Zest for languages

Fantastic experience: I genuinely feel so lucky to have found Laure and her amazing French classes. I was nervous about speaking in French in a group before I joined, but she immediately made me feel welcomed and put me at ease. Laure is endlessly encouraging and creative with her approach to lessons and I always leave class having learnt something new, both in terms of vocabulary, grammar and elements of French culture I hadn’t yet come across. Outside of class Laure is always recommending fantastic French films to watch as well as other French-related events going on nearby. I haven’t just joined a wonderful French class, but a wonderful community of interesting people who also all love French, which is a real testament to Laure’s natural talent for bringing people together. Her dynamic classes are the highlight of my week and I’d recommend them to anyone looking to inject a bit more French into their lives - they’re hugely enriching and I’d be so sad if they stopped!

Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Laure highly enough. Living in France I thought I had a passable understanding of everyday French but in a few short weeks Laure has really lifted my confidence to deal with more complex levels of conversation. Laure makes every lesson topical and interesting and I can honestly say that in over 50 years of various study this is the first class in which I’ve not once been tempted to pull a sickie ;)… thank you Laure

Fantastic experience: Laure's classes are fun and engaging. She pitches the standard at a level which allows all to participate and enjoy, while gently stretching the class mental sinews. Classes are designed so we learn to speak French and also learn about French culture which makes them all the more interesting and useful. No question is too silly and people are encouraged to speak and learn from their mistakes. Laure's corrections are gentle and encouraging and everyone in her class is willing you to find 'le mot juste' or the next best thing. And because of this, and Laure's welcoming and encouraging nature, classes are really enjoyable.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been learning French with Laure for about a year now, and I honestly couldn’t recommend her more highly. She is a fantastic teacher who brings both warmth and professionalism to every lesson. Her teaching style is engaging and thoughtfully structured. It’s clear that a huge amount of preparation goes into each session—everything feels purposeful and tailored, which has made a real difference to my progress. She has a great ability to explain not just the basics, but also the deeper rules and nuances of French grammar in a way that actually makes sense. What I particularly appreciate is her focus on authentic, real-life French. It’s not just textbook learning—you gain a genuine understanding of how the language is used in everyday conversation, along with the cultural context behind it. Laure is also incredibly patient, supportive, and encouraging, which creates a relaxed learning environment where you feel comfortable making mistakes and improving from them. After a year of lessons, I can confidently say I’ve learned a huge amount and feel far more comfortable with the language. If you’re looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring French teacher, Laure is an excellent choice. Thank you Laure

Fantastic experience: I couldn't be happier or more impressed with Laure's teaching. As a student, she is kind, supportive and I have learnt so much from her in a relaxed supportive environment which she creates. As a trained TEFL teacher, I can see how very impressively she structures her classes, designs different exercise to benefit different learning styles and know just when to correct and when to let the students talk freely. She is so inspiring and absolutely brilliant.