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FRENCH COURSES 2019
Table
of contents EDITORIAL
EDITORIAL
Editorial 03 Bienvenue ! Welcome!
ABOUT ALLIANCE FRANçAISE DE SINGAPOUR 04 ! Selamat Datang!
Why Learn French? 05
FRENCH CULTURE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS 06
LA médiathèque 07
Event highlightS 08
FRENCH classes for adults
GENERAL french classes 10
Cécile Le Breton Anne-Garance Primel
focus courses 12 Deputy Director Executive Director
testimonials 14 Give a French touch to your lifestyle!
French classes for children Alliance Française de Singapour is the only place in Singapore where you can enjoy a truly
unique and authentic French experience. Each year, our famille, counting thousands of
Les zouZous, FrenCh for toddlers 16 French language and culture lovers, is growing! When you join the Alliance Française, you
17 become a privileged member of a great community.
Kids and teens, general french classes
20 A state-of-the-art environment
testimonials Because learning French has to be made easy, fun and efficient, our classrooms are equipped
Corporate and private classes with Interactive SmartBoardsTM mastered by our 26 experts in teaching French using digital
textbooks. Our teachers are highly-trained native French speakers, dedicated to embark you
CORPORATE COURSES 22 on a wonderful voyage through the French language and culture.
PRIVATE TUITION 23 A unique French ecosystem
testimonials 24 Practise your French outside the classroom! As a member, you will enjoy exclusive
access to our events and special benefits throughout the year: language games,
ONLINE LEARNING 26 specific resources, storytelling hour for children and other activities at la médiathèque,
28 more than 50 French movies per year (with English subtitles – 12 FREE movies for
FRENCH LANGUAGE DIPLOMAS
students) every Tuesday night in our lush and modern theatre, French Fridays to make
PRACTICAL INFORMATION friends and chat in French while sipping a glass of wine, free language and cultural
workshops, free exhibitions at la galerie, and so much more...
TERMs CALENDAR 30
More than ever, we are committed to offer high quality programmes in education and
Registration 32
the arts giving all Francophiles a unique opportunity to explore the evolving diversity
DISCOUNTs & GIFT VOUCHERS 33 and richness of French and Francophone cultures.
policies 34 Join us for another exciting year as Alliance Française de Singapour will be celebrating
prices 35
its 70th anniversary! 03
We look forward to welcoming you in THE French hub! Enjoy your class et à bientôt !
ABOUT Why
ALLIANCE FRANçAISE DE SINGAPOUR learn french?
A b out A llia n c e Fra n ç ai s e de Si n gapour
W HY L E A R N F R E NCH ?
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VISION STATEMENT
We believe that developing mutual
understanding and going beyond cross-
cultural boundaries through the discovery
of languages (education) and cultures
(arts) can help humanity to live in a more REASONS REASONS TO LEARN
respectful world. TO LEARN FRENCH FRENCH AT ALLIANCE
CORE VALUES FRANcAISE
DE SINGAPOUR
Excellence is
our standard
1 GREAT CULTURE
French is the indisputable
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language of love, food, fashion, EXPERTISE
Expertise and theatre, arts, cinema, literature,
and philosophy.
AF is the leading French
language centre in Singapore
professionalism Key Figures with highly-qualified native
are our best tools
1949 2 SO CHIC and FUN!
French is a beautiful, refined,
French-speaking teachers.
Creativity and a chic language to learn.
2 INNOVATION
AF uses the latest methods
3
Alliance Française de Singapour
and conviviality is founded by a group of French-speaking
USEFUL when TRAVELLING
French is spoken on all 5
and technologies, including
SmartboardsTM for more
are our way residents. continents. interactivity in class.
Constant innovation
is our goal 4000 4
EXPANDING HORIZONS
Speaking another language 3 UNIQUE FRENCH ECOSYSTEM
AF is the ONLY place in
Singapore where you have at
allows you to meet new people
members hand French classes, French
Equal opportunity and registered at Alliance Française in 2018.
and explore diverse cultures
movies, exhibitions of French
diversity are our beliefs from all over the world. artists, thousands of French
resources and so many French
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
MISSION STATEMENT AND BETTER SCHOLASTIC words in the air.
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Alliance Française de Singapour's PERFORMANCES ENHANCING
mission is to offer unique opportunities teachers Speaking French can help PERFORMANCES
to all public to expand their linguistic dedicated to transmit their knowledge. you gain a competitive edge From toddlers to adults,
and cultural consciousness by offering professionally and boosts French boosts your confidence
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French classes using innovative state- children’s performances. and enhances intellectual
of-the-art methodology and material as performance.
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well as programming artistic events in SOCIAL NETWORKING
all disciplines that promote the richness EVENTS At AF, make new friends from
and diversity of cultures from the French- organised in 2018 at Alliance Française all over the world – en français…
speaking world and beyond. de Singapour.
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FRENCH CULTURE LA
AT YOUR FINGERTIPS médiathèque
F R E NCH C U L T U R E A T Y O U R F I N G E R T I P S
5 MAJOR FESTIVALS PER YEAR
L A M é diat h è q ue
A “learner’s library”
When you become a student, - March: the Francophonie with a film Your student membership gives There are many resources for students
festival from various French-speaking
you also become a full countries, an exhibition, and THE
you free access to la médiathèque, learning French, from grammar
the largest private French library workbooks to easy literature adapted to
member of Alliance Française. Francophonie Day: a full day of celebrations
any level.
With your one-year with food, drinks, performances & the in Singapore. Open from Monday
Runme Shaw Cup Ceremony
membership, you benefit from - May: the French Animation Film Festival to Saturday, the three librarians A COMIC’S CORNER: LA BDTHÈQUE
1950 comics from French-speaking artists
plenty of privileges exclusively - June: the International Music Day are delighted to guide you through
- November: the French Film Festival, THE for all ages and any level in French.
reserved for our community. the multiple offline and online
major film festival
- December: the Fashion Artisan Week, the resources that can benefit your EVENTS
- 2 conversation clubs once a month
most glamorous event to celebrate French learning. reserved for AF students to practise and
Key Cultural Events savoir-faire (fashion exhibitions, workshops
speak French in a relaxed atmosphere
with luxury artisans, fashion movies)
(intermediate and advanced levels)
CINé-CLUB A few facts - Storytelling hour 2 Saturdays a month
12 MOVIES FOR FREE
REGULAR SOCIAL Events
at 10.30am for kids aged 3 to 7
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The Ciné-Club screens a French movie FRENCH FRIDAYS - Book signing sessions, conferences
with English subtitles every Tuesday night and debates all year long
at 8pm. It is not only a great way to practise FREE for STUDENTS AND MEMBERS
Every last Friday of a term of French Documents in French (books, - Book fair twice a year
your listening comprehension but it is also
a wonderful window over French culture. classes, join us to unwind, mix, mingle, magazines, CDs, DVDs).
Free for members on the first Tuesday of converse, make new friends, all in 24/7 FREE ACCESS TO YOUR PERSONAL
French (but any other language is
860
every month! DIGITAL LIBRARY, CULTURETHÈQUE
welcome). Entrance includes 2 glasses Culturethèque is the digital library of
CINé-KIDS of wine and food. To extend the evening, the French cultural network abroad. It
watch a French comedy movie in our DVDs in French (with optional subtitles) to
12 MOVIES PER YEAR allows you to:
theatre. borrow.
Once a month on Sunday, in our theatre, - take advantage of language-learning
we screen a movie for children. Kids are materials tailored to your needs
5500
offered a free "goûter" (croissant, pain au WINE TASTINGS AND GASTRONOMY - introduce your kids to French with
chocolat, fruit juice) before the movie. WORKSHOPS cultural learning materials
Every two months, get the opportunity to Titles are available in the children’s - catch up on the latest editions of your
CINé-PLUS corner with a great variety of illustrated favourite French magazines
experience a unique workshop led by an
SPECIAL SCREENINGs ALL YEAR LONG books for all ages. - read e-books and comics
expert. Discounted price for members.
Screenings and more: cocktails,
conversation with directors and actors, For more information, please visit: www.
conferences, special activities, exclusive And one unmissable rendez-vous in July:
culturetheque.com
partnerships: our Ciné-Plus gives you a full our Bastille Day Celebrations!
360° French cinema experience!
LA Galerie DISCOUNTS WITH OUR PARTNERS
Exhibitions focusing mainly on Alliance Française' partners are
photography all year round for you to delighted to offer a special discount on
explore the richness and diversity of their products and services.
visual arts from renowned and emerging
artists.
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For more information, please visit: alliancefrancaise.org.sg For more information, please visit: alliancefrancaise.org.sg
event highlights
Opening French Animation Film Festival Storytelling at la médiathèque
Francophonie Day Meet-the-author session at la médiathèque -
with Cheah Sinann and Régis Hautière
french
CLASSES
FOR
French Film Festival with the cast of
Dans la brume
French Film Festival - Tour of the exhibition
"DESSINS" by Romain Duris
Adults
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ADULTS
GENERAL FRENCH CLASSES
SUPERIOR LEVEL B2 Choose your pace �
A D U L T S , G E N E R A L F R E NCH C L A SS E S
A D U L T S , G E N E R A L F R E NCH C L A SS E S
Superior B2 level courses give you the
You’ve done some French opportunity to deepen your knowledge
Once a week TWICE a week TWICE a week 4 TIMES A WEEK
before but you’re not sure of of French grammar and to practise • 3 hours per week • 3 hours per week • 4 hours per week • 12 hours per week
the class to register in? Take a both oral and written skills through • 8 weeks • 8 weeks • 8 weeks • 4 weeks
sociocultural themes. Interact with • $370 GST included • $370 GST included • $470 GST included • $680 GST included
FREE placement test!
a degree of fluency and spontaneity, • 24 hrs per term • 24 hrs per term • 32 hrs per term • 48 hrs per month
produce clear, detailed texts on a wide Courses offered Courses offered in Courses offered in Crash courses
Don’t forget, you can claim range of subjects and express viewpoints in the morning, the morning and the morning and offered in the
SkillsFuture credit for our on topical issues to master the French and in the evening: in the evening: in the evening: morning: 9.00am
6.30pm to 9.30pm on 10.30am to 9.30am to 11.30am to 12.00pm and
general French group classes. language perfectly.
weekdays, 9.00am 12.00pm or 7.00pm or 7.00pm to
to 8.30pm. Monday in the evening:
to 12.00pm and 9.00pm. Monday 6.30pm to 9.30pm,
& Wednesday,
Visit alliancefrancaise.org.sg 2.30pm to 5.30pm on or Tuesday &
& Wednesday,
on weekdays.
Saturday. Thursday, or or Tuesday &
Wednesday & Thursday, or
Friday. Wednesday &
BEGINNER LEVEL A1 Friday.
Speak French from day one! Build a
solid foundation in the French language Methodology and Textbooks
with this comprehensive introductory
French immersion programme. Learn IMMERSION
everyday expressions and phrases, ask At Alliance Française, we believe immersing students in French is the best way for
and answer basic questions, and have them to quickly become proficient. Right from day one, the objective is to make them
simple conversations. use and play with the language. English can sometimes be used to clarify a point or
to overcome a specific obstacle but we truly want to maximise the exposure to the
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL A2 French language during the time spent in class.
Learn sentences and frequently- TEXTBOOKS
used expressions related to everyday All our courses have communicative objectives that have been determined, that are
life. Practise speaking and reading explained by the teachers and that have to be fulfilled in a term. In order to develop
comprehension. the greatest proficiency, we use up-to-date textbooks (Alter Ego+ collection and
EXPERT LEVEL C1 / C2
Le Nouvel Edito collection) that include a DVD ROM as well as online exercises to
Understand a range of texts and practise outside the classroom.
ADVANCED LEVEL B1
recognize linguistic subtleties in
Advanced courses at the B1 level TECHNOLOGY
order to express yourself fluently and
reinforce oral and written communication To make the learning more fun and more efficient, our classrooms are equipped
spontaneously. Learn to use language
skills, emphasizing everyday topics. with Interactive SmartboardsTM enhancing interactivity and multiplying the variety of
flexibly and effectively for social, teaching and learning material.
Study familiar situations encountered
academic and professional purposes.
at work, school, and leisure. Learn OUR TEACHERS
Produce clear, well-structured and
to formulate simple sentences about Last but not least, our teaching team is highly qualified to teach French as a foreign
detailed texts on complex subjects,
personal interests, express ideas and language. Teachers at Alliance Française are professionals dedicated to ensure your
showing controlled use of organizational learning experience with us will be unforgettable.
opinions, and handle situations likely to
patterns, connectors and cohesive
arise when travelling. ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE CERTIFICATES
devices.
Facultative tests are organized at different stages of the curricula. Alliance Française
certificates are delivered according to results.
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Please note that curricula and material may change during the year.
ADULTS, FOCUS COURSES
to strengthen French Language Skills
REFRESH YOUR FRENCH EXPRESSION ORALE ET ÉCRITE
adult s , f o c u s c our s e s
adult f o c u s c our s e s
adult s , f o c u s c our s e s
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Advanced and Superior Levels
Keep your proficiency A2 level and Learn how to write different types
prepare for the B1 level. Improve your of texts, how to convince, argue,
4 skills in French: listening, reading, analyse and compare while working
writing and speaking through audio on descriptions, oral documents
and written materials on everyday life. and photos. All sorts of topics are
Learn how to write informal letters discussed. This course is also a good
and messages and practise your oral complement to the DELF preparatory
skills through guided conversation and class.
role play. Join this class to enrich your
vocabulary, revise your conjugation and REGARDS CROISÉS SUR LES MÉDIAS
strengthen your grammar. ADVANCED AND Superior Levels
Discuss francophone and international
news with a contrastive approach
PHONÉTIQUE
highlighting how one piece of
All Levels
information is analysed through
Boost your phonetics skills with
various perspectives. Each week socio-
this course that will allow you to
cultural trends from France and/or the
correct articulatory errors, ease the
French-speaking world are explored
pronunciation of a sentence, its fluidity
and commented.
and its melody.
GRAMMAIRE LE FRANÇAIS DANS TOUS LES SENS
all levels SUPERIOR AND EXPERT LEVELS
Designed to address the special Keep up with your proficiency level
learning needs of the students, the and open up to new horizons through
course allows intuitive and explicit French, be it job perspectives or
investigations of grammatical items. cultural areas. Various topics such
A pleasant and well-structured as French society, arts, philosophy, discussions. Priority is given to oral and
DELF/DALF PREPARATION classes
course based on the grammatical French history and geography, listening activities.
All Levels
programmes of our general French literature, cinema, fashion, food &
Get ready to take international WORKSHOP SERIES
courses. wine, make this course the best way to
diploma exams! Classes start 8 weeks Various language and Cultural
have a French scope!
CONVERSATION before the exam dates. Please refer Workshops
all levels to alliancefrancaise.org.sg for more A series of workshops focusing on
details. ACTUALITÉ ET SOCIÉTÉs
AF conversation classes use French literature, arts, gastronomy, fashion,
SUPERIOR AND EXPERT LEVELS
media to stimulate discussions on French culture, etc. are offered
This course focuses on news and
a variety of topics, leading to a lively occasionally.
society issues in France and worldwide
exchange of opinions and ideas. Use Check our website for more details.
to better understand current
your oral skills and improve them by challenges. We read and watch various
conversing in French. media, then analyse them to stimulate
12 Not all classes are offered every term. For schedules and prices, 13
please visit alliancefrancaise.org.sg
Testimonials
te s ti m o n ial s
adult f o c u s c our s e s
“Alliance Française is a place
where I can attend the classes of
fascinating teachers, where I can
meet motivating friends, where
I can have a tranquil corner to
sit and read, where I can join the
lively events, and where I can
learn to see the world through
French.”
Min Tun, adult student
EXPERT level
“AF Singapour has a team
of highly-experienced
professors who are highly
empathetic, professional
and knowledgeable. My
classes have been thoroughly
enjoyable! AF has a wide
variety of classes, ranging
from all levels and provides
great amount of flexibility
depending on each student’s
availability.”
Kimberly, Adult student
Beginner LEVEL
“I have completed 2 years FRENCH
CLASSES
of learning French at the
“Lessons with my teacher Alliance Française de
are always fun and rewarding. Singapour. I look forward to
She is patient and makes the
FOR
my class every week. Our
class very interactive. Lovely teacher makes the class very
that Alliance Française has interesting and fun. We are a
all these activities and movie mix of local and international
CHILDREN
sessions that help to increase students and we not only
our exposure to the French learn the French language but
culture!” also get insights about other
cultures.”
14 Joey, Adult student
Beginner LEVEL
Asmita, Adult student
Intermediate level
LES ZOUZOUS kids and teens
French for Toddlers General French Classes
8 weeks – once a week
K I D S A N D T E E NS , ge n eral f re n c h c la s s e s
L E S Z O U Z O U S , F R E NCH F O R T O D D L E R S
• 90 minutes per class
Learning French at a • 12 students per class
As early as 12 months,
young age gives the brain a • $260 per term (GST included)
children can be exposed to
boost, helps to get greater
a foreign language as their • 12 hours per term
confidence, offers biggest
natural abilities help them to Courses offered in the afternoon: 4.30pm
opportunities for college and
master a language rapidly and to 6.00pm on weekdays, 12.00pm to
careers and gives a bigger view
easily while boosting their 1.30pm on Saturday.
of the world. Intakes in March
intellectual competencies.
(Term B) and July (Tem D).
KIDS
LES PETITS LOUSTICS AGE 6
PRÉ-ZOUZOUS les ZOUZOUS Based on innovative French immersion
AGES 12 - 24 MONTHS AGES 2 - 5 YEARS teaching methods, language-learning
• 8 weeks – once a week • 8 weeks – once or twice a week becomes fun! Teachers present the
• 45 minutes per class / 6 students + 6 language and culture through tailored
• 90 minutes per class / 9 students per class
adults (parents or relatives) per class / age-appropriate activities, all in French.
$270 per term (GST included) • Once a week $410 per term (GST included)
Children are encouraged to interact
A gentle introduction to the French- • Twice a week $730 per term (GST included)
in French, thanks to various activities:
speaking world, children engage in Bilingual groups are available for the 5 years
stories, creative projects, songs, and
playful activities through songs, dance, old (Zouzous 4 Franco)
Grouped according to their age, educational games. This is a 1-year
stories, games, and more. Children are
encouraged to form and understand new children learn new words and language programme (6 terms).
sounds. structures, using them in fun, age-
appropriate activities. During snack time,
LES LOUSTICS AGES 7 - 9
toddlers practise lively routines in French
This course is specially designed to
demonstrating the French savoir-vivre.
Les Zouzous introduce French through: improve the oral communication and
• Songs, nursery rhymes, poetry, games comprehension of young learners.
with coloured blocks or cards Learned material is revisited at strategic
• Adequate arts and crafts activities from points with songs, rhymes and stories to
painting to preparing a salade de fruits make the learning both fun and efficient!
• Motor activities such as dancing or gym
• Stories introduced by a puppet as well
as books and videos
Related programme at la médiathèque :
Storytelling, 2 Saturdays a month at 10.30am.
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KIDS AND TEENS
General French Classes
K I D S A N D T E E NS , ge n eral f re n c h c la s s e s
K I D S A N D T E E NS , ge n eral f re n c h c la s s e s
Franco-Kids Courses
French for Bilingual children
Ages 6-15
• Classes offered on Saturdays and
on weekdays
• Children are placed according
to age and level
• 2 hours / once a week / 8 weeks /
$430 (GST included)
These courses are for children who
speak French: either they attend a
French school or French is spoken
at home as a second language of
communication or their level is
excellent. Two main objectives for
BLAH BLAH BLAH TEENS according to age groups and differ per
these courses: to maintain the school
AGES 6 - 9 Ages 10 - 15 session. Multiple session registration is
knowledge and savoir-faire in French
In this course, children will have the This course teaches teens to read, write encouraged for greater immersion and
that are necessary to be able to join the
opportunity to practise and improve and communicate while developing a results.
French education system if needed, and
their oral and listening skills in context. strong grammatical basis, all in French. • Classes offered in May/June and
to make sure French becomes a true
Children will interact in French, thanks This course, perfectly paced for teens, November/December
medium for intellectual and personal
to various activities: board games, offers the opportunity to learn French in • 8 hrs / 4 days per week / 1 week /
development for genuine cross cultural
songs, role-play, drama, stories… a friendly yet stimulating environment. $180 (GST included) – the programme
children. Children are only eligible for
The course focuses on pronunciation lasts 4 weeks.
these classes after taking a placement
and fluency, helping kids to be more • Discounts (available for registration
test that will assess their level in French.
confident when speaking French in real- in person only):
life and everyday situations. Holiday Camps - Register for 4 weeks: 10% discount
Ages 5–11 - Register for 2 or 3 weeks: 5% dis-
During the holiday day camps, children count
are immersed in the French language
International Diplomas
through workshops and activities
For Children
designed to educate and entertain.
Give your child the opportunity to get
Through thematic weeks, children
an international diploma in French!
embark on a voyage into a sensory,
Students aged 8-12 are encouraged
imaginary, creative and magical
to take the DELF Prim awarded by the
world. Each week, children explore the
French Ministry of Education. Students
French language and culture through
aged 13-17 are encouraged to take the
storytelling, theatre, arts and crafts,
DELF Junior.
singing and culinary workshops while
developing strong communication
skills in French! Activities are tailored
18 See pages 28 and 35 for details on dates and prices.
19Testimonials
TESTIMONIALS
“For years, my children
(French) follow happily the
Singaporean public school.
However, every Saturday, they
go back to their roots at Alliance
Française. It’s not only about
having an exciting Franco-Kids
class but also about being
somehow “in France”. Thanks
AF to enable this magic.”
Nicolas, Dad of Louanh and Emi
“A few years back, I was
looking for a 3rd language
for my children and found out
that Alliance Française offers
French classes for kids from
1-year-old. My children are
now attending classes at AF
for 4.5 years, starting with Pré-
Zouzous. It’s a weekly routine
for them to visit la médiathèque,
“We are a bilingual family borrow some French books and
and we were looking for some DVDs and carry on the French
classes for our daughter, so language immersion at home.
she can learn and practise her
Corporate
What compelled me to continue
French and interact with other the French language for my
children as well. We found les children was the immense
Zouzous and it had been a great effort invested in the Zouzous
and private
success! Our daughter loves her programme by the teachers
class and she has been learning - a class packed with songs,
so much through interactive stories, crafts, snacks and
classes
games and songs. On adore les even a short gym session, all in
Zouzous !!! ” French!”
Lilas, Mum of Emma
FAITH, mum of two kids
20corporate Private
courses tuition
PRIVATE FRENCH LESSSONS FOR ALL AGES
c orporate c our s e s
TECHNOLOGY
pri v ate tuitio n
Gain a competitive edge in Alliance Française incorporates Tailored to meet your specific needs,
Francophone markets, enhance your multimedia tools in state-of-the-art customised private lessons are ideal
business and travel experience in classrooms equipped with Interactive for busy schedules and will allow you to
French-speaking countries, improve Smartboards™ to enhance your learning learn efficiently at your own pace.
communication with clients and experience.
colleagues, and foster team building
Our offer:
within your company. Current WORKSHOPs
clients include: Singapore Airlines, • Private lessons available for adults,
Thematic workshops can also be tailored kids and teens at all levels of proficiency
Thales, Ministry of Defence, Total, to your business needs and are great for
Bolloré, Van Cleef & Arpels, L’Oréal, • Lessons take place in our classrooms
National University of Singapore, team building purposes: initiation to the or offsite at your home/office
Swiss School, Culinary Institute of French language, intercultural training, • Lessons may be taken one-on-one or
America... wine tasting workshop, etc. in small groups
SPONSORING YOUR STAFF • Flexible scheduling throughout the day
Sponsor your employees in our general or evening
FRENCH UP YOUR TEAM
French group classes. We provide • Online private tutoring available
COMPETITIVE PRICING preferential services for direct billing
Prices are scaled to class size, and students’ follow-up. tuItion fees
organizational needs, and long term in alliance française premises
programmes – the more employees TUITION FEES • 1 student: $98 per hour
enrolled, the better the value. In Alliance française premises • Small group 2-7 students: $130 per hour
• 1 student: $98 per hour
CUSTOMISED CLASSES • 2 to 18 students: $130 per hour At your home / office
Tailor-made tuition according to your At your office: • 1 to 18 students: $180 per hour
objectives, schedule and needs. Enjoy • 1 to 18 students: $180 per hour Packages:
the benefit of our expertise to design Corporate courses are conducted from Enjoy discounts when buying a package!
your course from basic to professional Monday to Friday. • 15h: 5% discount on the course fees
proficiency level. Sample classes • 30h: 10% discount on the course fees
include: Business French, French for Companies registered at the French
diplomacy and international relations, Chamber of Commerce enjoy a 10% Conditions
hospitality and more. discount on customised courses at • Private lessons are from Monday to
AF, 15% discount on offsite courses Friday and are signed up in blocks of 6
RESOURCES/MEMBERSHIP and a 10% welcome discount for first
Corporate students receive AF hours minimum.
registration of employees sponsored in
membership, giving access to a wide our general group classes!
cultural programming, social events Please note that above prices may
and Singapore’s largest private French vary according to the programme
Please note that above prices may implemented. All fees include GST.
language library. vary according to the programme Terms & conditions apply.
implemented. All fees include GST.
Terms & conditions apply.
22 For more information and details on terms and conditions, please contact:
Baptiste Chauveau at 6817 8170 or email academic@alliancefrancaise.org.sg
For private tuition requests, information and details on terms and conditions, please contact: 23
Baptiste Chauveau at 6817 8170 or email academic@alliancefrancaise.org.sgTestimonials
“ I often have to liaise with my French
te s ti m o n ial s
counterparts, so equipping myself with
the basic knowledge of the French
language can really facilitate my
communication and understanding
with my French colleagues. My teacher
from Alliance Française de Singapour
is very professional and patient,
making the French language lesson
a very fun and enjoyable one. Highly
recommended! ”
David, Société Générale
“ I have just completed 8 weeks of
French classes at Alliance Française
and the course and content have
been excellent. It was tailored to my
requirements with teachers meeting
on a weekly basis to adjust the content
accordingly. It gave me an insight into
both the language and the culture. I
now move to Paris with a strong base
of the French language, thanks to AF. ”
Andrew, Total Oil
“ When I was looking to further my
“ My 2 teachers patiently tailored the
practice of Business French through learning to my progress and specific
online
private tuition, I found Alliance needs, delivered the impossible, and
Française to have the best range of truly believed in the goals I had. I have
teachers. The private sessions have no doubt on the quality of teachers
learning
been really effective to target specific and private classes here at Alliance
topics of interest as well as address
particular areas I needed to work on
Française de Singapour. ”
CHLOE, ADULT STUDENT
with the patient help of my teacher. ” PRIVATE TUITON
Elwin, adult student
Private tuition
24ONLINE LEARNING
LEARN FRENCH ONLINE! ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
o n li n e lear n i n g
Whether you need to
supplement your French class
or want to learn French from
the comfort of your home or
office, AF now offers online
courses.
Discover our 2 online options
and choose the one that best
suits your learning objectives.
MY DAILY E-LESSON: FRANTASTIQUE MY FRENCH E-TRAINING
1 week free trial! LEARN ONLINE, AT YOUR PACE WITH A
Need extra French practice? Alliance TUTOR
Française de Singapour has teamed Our exclusive French online course gives
up with Frantastique to bring daily you the flexibility to study wherever and
customized French lessons via an email whenever you like! Learn French at your
right to your inbox! Every day, you will own pace with regular guidance and
receive a selection of exercises, texts, feedback from our tutors, at a time and
dialogues, and mini-lessons in French. place which suit you, whether you’re at
These include original stories and home, in the office, or abroad. Thanks
historical notes that match your level and to a video conference lesson every 2
objectives. Available on PC, tablet and weeks with your tutor, you will always get
smartphone. encouragement and support when you
need it.
FRENCH
LANGUAGE
For details and prices, please visit: alliancefrancaise.org.sg or contact Baptiste Chauveau at
DIPLOMAS
26 6817 8170 or email academic@alliancefrancaise.org.sgFrench language
diplomas
Fre n c h la n guage diplo m a s
PARIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(CCIP) / FRENCH MINISTRY OF
EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS
TEF (Test d’évaluation de Français)
& TCF (Test de Connaissance du
Français)
These proficiency tests are the fastest way
to officially assess your level of French.
They can be used for academic studies,
INTERNATIONAL FRENCH emigration to a French-speaking country,
LANGUAGE DIPLOMAS citizenship applications, professional or
Alliance Française de Singapour is the personal purposes. An online preparation
ONLY official centre in Singapore for the is available for TEF.
international exams and international
tests of the French Ministry of Education TEF & TCF exist in 4 different versions:
and the French Chamber of Commerce. • General (with optional writing
DELF and speaking tests)
(DIPLÔME D’ÉTUDES EN LANGUE • Quebec provincial immigration
FRANÇAISE) • Canada Federal immigration
AND DALF (DIPLÔME APPROFONDI • Access to French citizenship.
DE LANGUE FRANÇAISE) Results are valid for 2 years.
French Ministry of
Education Categories DFP (Diplôme de français
• DELF Prim A1.1, A1, A2 Primary School professionnel)
• DELF A1, A2, B1, B2 Adults and Junior Diplomas in Professional French are
• DALF C1, C2 : Adults business oriented and are available from
A1 to C1 levels.
Session I
• 16 May - 24 May 2019 DAEFLE
PRACTICAL
• Registration: 18 Feb - 16 Mar 2019 DIPLÔME D’APTITUDE À L’ENSEIGNEMENT
DU FRANÇAIS LANGUE ÉTRANGÈRE
Session II
• 14 Nov - 22 Nov 2019 DAEFLE is a diploma provided by the
INFORMATION
• Registration: 19 Aug - 14 Sep 2019 Alliance Française Paris Ile-de-France and
the CNED (Centre National d’Enseignement
Preparation classes are available for you to à Distance). This diploma is designed for
sit the exam with confidence (see page 12). teachers or for people who intend to teach
French as a foreign language.
28 For more details (detailed calendars and fees), please visit alliancefrancaise.org.sgTERMs
calendar
ter m s c ale n dar
regi s tratio n
ter m s c ale n dar
2019 TERM A 2019 TERM E
7 January – 2 March 2019 8-week term: 7 January - 2 March 2019 2 September - 26 October 2019 8-week term: 2 September - 26 October 2019
Registration begins on 19 November 2018 Crash Course / Two 4-week terms Registration begins on 29 July 2019 Crash Course / Two 4-week terms
10% Early Bird Discount 7 January - 1 February 2019 and 10% Early Bird Discount 2 September - 27 September 2019 and
from 19/11/2018 to 09/12/2018 4 February - 1 March 2019 from 29/07/2019 to 11/08/2019 30 September - 25 October 2019
Alliance Française closure: Tuesday 5 February and
Wednesday 6 February 2019 (Chinese New Year)
2019 TERM B 2019 TERM F
4 March - 27 April 2019 8-week term: 4 March - 27 April 2019 29 October - 21 December 2019 8-week term: 29 October - 21 December 2019
Registration begins on 4 February 2019 Crash Course / Two 4-week terms Registration begins on 30 September 2019 Crash Course / Two 4-week terms
10% Early Bird Discount 4 March - 29 March 2019 and 10% Early Bird Discount 29 October - 22 November 2019 and
from 04/02/2019 to 17/02/2019 1 April - 26 April 2019 from 30/09/2019 to 13/10/2019 25 November - 20 December 2019
Alliance Française closure: Friday 19 April 2019 (Good Friday) Alliance Française closure: Monday 28 October 2019 (Deepavali)
Mid-semester Break from Monday 29 April to Saturday 4 May 2019 End-of-year Break from Monday 23 December 2019 to Saturday 4 January 2020
2019 TERM C 2020 TERM A
6 May - 29 June 2019 8-week term: 6 May - 29 June 2019 6 January - 29 February 2020 8-week term: 6 January - 29 February 2020
Registration begins on 1 April 2019 Crash Course / Two 4-week terms Registration begins on 25 November 2019 Crash Course / Two 4-week terms
10% Early Bird Discount 6 May - 31 May 2019 and 10% Early Bird Discount 6 January - 31 January 2020 and
from 01/04/2019 to 14/04/2019 3 June - 28 June 2019 from 25/11/2019 to 15/12/2019 3 February - 28 February 2020
Alliance Française closure: Monday 20 May 2019 (Vesak Day) and Alliance Française closure: Saturday 25 January and Monday 27 January 2020 (Chinese
Wednesday 5 June 2019 (Hari Raya Puasa) New Year)
2019 TERM D
1 July - 24 August 2019 8-week term: 1 July - 24 August 2019
Registration begins on 3 June 2019 Crash Course / Two 4-week terms
10% Early Bird Discount 1 July - 26 July 2019 and
from 03/06/2019 to 16/06/2019 29 July - 23 August 2019
Alliance Française closure: Friday 9 August 2019 (National Day) and
Monday 12 August 2019 (Hari Raya Haji)
30 Mid-semester Break from Monday 26 August to Saturday 31 August 2019 Classes are not held on public holidays. 31
For PH falling on weekdays, make-up classes will be arranged up to 2 days per term.
No make-up class will be provided for PH falling on a Saturday.REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS
regi s tratio n
di s c ou n t s & G I F T V O U CH E R S
FREE PLACEMENT TESTS 10% EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT FOR continuing STUDENTS
New students who have learnt French before are required to take a placement test either Continuing students receive a 10% discount on their course fees when they register online
online at alliancefrancaise.org.sg or in person. within the first 2 weeks of the registration period. This discount applies for consecutive
terms of full-session.
SKILLSFUTURE
Singaporean students can claim SkillsFuture credit for eligible Alliance Française REFER A FRIEND or sibling & SAVE 10%
courses. Visit our website for more information. Refer a friend (new student) to the AF & get 10% off your current term! Your friend will also
receive a 5% discount. Referral forms are available at alliancefrancaise.org.sg. You must be
REGISTRATION a registered student to qualify for this discount. Available only for walk-in registrations of
the new student holding a completed referral form signed by the registered student.
IN PERSON
Registration in person at the counter is available throughout the year during hours of PRIORITY POLICY FOR TODDLERS
operation. Priority registration in the same class (same age and day/time) is given to continuing
Payment can be made either by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Amex), NETS or in cash. toddlers from one term to the other during the first 4 weeks of a term with 10% discount.
Cheques are not accepted. Registration is confirmed upon the full payment of the fees at Available for walk-in registrations only.
the counter.
HALF TERM REGISTRATION
ONLINE REGISTRATION Students can register either for the first or the last 4 weeks of a term at 65% of full price.
Easy, quick and secure, online registration is available for all courses (toddlers, kids, teens, Available for walk-in registrations only.
adults).
MULTIPLE REGISTRATION
YOUR ALLIANCE FRANçAISE ONLINE ACCOUNT Registration for any 2 full courses (same term) at one time entitles you to 5% discount and a
Once registered, your online account allows you to purchase memberships, courses, 10% discount for 3 full courses (same term). Available for walk-in registrations only.
books, movie tickets, etc. You can also update your personal information and consult your
test results and the pedagogical follow-up of your class. Discounts can be cumulated to a maximum of 25%.
Discounted course fees cannot be refunded or deferred.
YOUR ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE MEMBERSHIP: LA CARTE
The Alliance Française de Singapour, being an official registered Society, all students
must become members. A fee of S$30 (GST included) is to be paid upon enrolment and
GIFT VOUCHERS
membership is valid for 12 months. Everyone can be a member of Alliance Française de
Singapour and enjoy various benefits all year long.
Membership prices:
Individual: S$135
6 months individual: S$75
Family: S$205
Students (non AF): S$50
MAKE-UP CLASSES
Students cannot make up for a missed class by attending a similar class on a different Are you looking for the perfect present?
day/time. Make-up classes are available at S$68/hour (for one student) or S$110/ Gift vouchers are available for every budget and can be used for the purchase of French
hour (for 2 to 3 students of the same class) if you missed a class and want to catch up. language courses, course material and membership.
Maximum 3 hours per term. The 4th hour will be applied at private tuition rate. Fees Available in fixed amounts from S$100 to S$300, our gift vouchers are valid for one year.
32 include GST. Make-up classes are to be taken within the same term of the missed class
or within the first 2 weeks of the following term and under the condition to be registered
Terms and conditions apply. 33
in a regular course.Policies PRICES
FEES PAYMENT
poli c ie s
pri c e s
NUMBER NUMBER PRICES
Payments of all fees must be made in full at the time of registration by cash, NETS or credit of hours of weeks in S$
card (Visa, MasterCard or AMEX). Cheques are not accepted. All fees include GST. Please (incl. GST)
note that there are specific terms and conditions applying for online purchases. Adult general french classes
CLASSES REGISTRATION AND ADMISSION Once a week 24h 8w 370
Registration is not finalised as long as the ‘Terms and Conditions’ form has not been
read and signed for acceptance. A specific registration form is to be filled for DELF/DALF twice a week 24h 8w 370
preparation courses available at the registration counter. twice a week 32H 8w 470
Only students currently appearing on class lists can be admitted in class or holding their
entrance coupon available from the registration counter. four times a week 48h 4w 680
REFUNDS & DEFERMENTS Adult focus classes
No refund for workshops. No refund or credit note will be issued due to absence of the
student for any reason. No refund or deferment for discounted course fees. Classes paid CONVERSATION CLASSES 16h 8w 310
with a credit note cannot be refunded or re-credited. 15% of the course fees will be charged GRAMMAIRE 16h 8w 310
for refund for a course cancelled two weeks before the beginning of a term. No refund
or deferment is accepted after the beginning of the term. Deferments may be requested expression orale et écrite 16h 8w 310
before the beginning of the term. Any deferment incurs a S$20 administration fee. ACTUALITÉ ET SOCIÉTÉS 16h 8w 310
COURSE CANCELLATION REGARDS CROISÉS SUR LES MÉDIAS 24h 8w 410
AF reserves the right to cancel classes and workshops, adjust curriculum, and to change
teachers during terms if necessary without advanced notice. Courses can be cancelled due LE FRANÇAIS DANS TOUS LES SENS 24h 8w 410
to insufficient enrolment, unavailability of an instructor, or inability to schedule appropriate prÉparation dElf a1, a2, B1, b2 16h 8w 310
instructional space. When a course is cancelled, students are notified by telephone and/
or email and given the option to transfer to another course, to receive a credit note (valid prÉparation dAlf C1, C2 24h 8w 410
for 6 months), to defer to the next term or to be fully refunded. Transfer from one course to
another within the same term is allowed only within the first 2 weeks of the term. Higher children classes
price differences are to be paid by the student. Lower price differences are not reimbursed 12h 8w
general children course 260
by the Alliance Française but compensated for by a credit note.
BLAH BLAH BLAH 12h 8w 260
CLASS REGULATIONS
For the comfort of all, the use of cell phones is not allowed in classrooms. Eating and holiday camps 8h 1w 180
drinking are not permitted while the class is conducted. 6h 8w 270
les prÉ-zouzous
BOOKS les zouzous (Once a Week) 12h 8w 410
Textbooks and workbooks can be purchased either online or from Alliance Française
bookshop. Textbooks and workbooks are not refundable. Exchange can be done on the les zouzous (TWICE a Week) 24h 8w 730
condition that books are in perfect shape to be for sale again. Higher price differences 12H 8W 410
LES ZOUZOUS 4 FRANCO
are to be paid by the student. Lower price differences are not reimbursed by the Alliance
Française but compensated for by a credit note. Books purchased online are not delivered franco-kids 16h 8w 430
and can only be picked up at Alliance Française bookshop. 12H
PRÉPARATION DELF PRIM et Junior 8W 260
34 35
Course offering and prices presented in this brochure are subject to change without notice.
Please refer to alliancefrancaise.org.sg for more details.
The Alliance Française de Singapour is registered as an Education Institution under the Council for Private Education
 Registration Number: S61SS0085C
CPE Registration Period: 29 September 2015 – 28 September 2019THE FRENCH HUB
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Alliance française de Singapour
1 Sarkies Road, Singapore 258130
Bus services: Bukit Timah Road, Dunearn Road & Scotts Road
Bus Nos: 5, 48, 54, 66, 67, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 167, 170, 171,
518, 518A, 700, 700A, 960, NR1
MRT: Newton Station
North South line Exit A - Downtown line Exit C
+(65) 6737 8422
courses@alliancefrancaise.org.sg
www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg
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Saturday: 8.30am – 5.30pm
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