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Private French Classes for Kids and Teenagers: Learning French Their Way

Learning a new language should be more than memorizing vocabulary and completing exercises. For children, especially younger learners, French should be something they can hear, see, play with, speak and enjoy.

At Lazare French Academy, we offer private French classes for kids and teenagers from as young as three years old, designed around the individual learner rather than a one-size-fits-all classroom approach.

Our lessons are primarily delivered online, making them convenient for families with busy schedules. For very young learners who benefit from more direct interaction, LFA can also send a teacher to the learner's home upon request.

Whether your child needs additional tuition, wants to improve the French they already learn at school, is preparing for DELF Prim or DELF Junior, or is starting French as a complete beginner, our lessons are adapted to their level, goals and availability.

Private French Classes Designed Around Your Child

Every child learns differently.

Some learners need additional support because they find French difficult at school. Others already perform well but need more opportunities to practise speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Some children attend private or international schools where French is already part of their curriculum, but their parents would like them to have additional lessons to reinforce what they learn in class.

Our private French classes give learners the opportunity to receive individual attention and personalized instruction.

Instead of having to follow the pace of a large group, the teacher can spend more time on the areas where the learner needs support and move forward when they are ready.

French Lessons for Children from Age 3

It is never too early to begin developing an interest in French.

LFA provides French learning opportunities for children from three years old, with lessons adapted to their age and stage of development.

For very young learners, traditional classroom-style teaching is not always the most effective approach. Lessons therefore incorporate activities that encourage children to interact naturally with the language.

Depending on the learner's age and level, lessons may include:

• Games and playful activities
• French songs and rhymes
• Videos and visual learning
• Simple conversations
• Role plays
• Pictures and storytelling
• Vocabulary activities
• Pronunciation practice
• Interactive speaking activities
• French storybooks
• Reading aloud

The goal is to help children associate French with curiosity, enjoyment and communication, rather than seeing it simply as another school subject.

Online French Classes That Fit Your Family's Schedule

Finding time for additional lessons can be difficult when children already have school, homework, extracurricular activities and family commitments.

That is why LFA's private French classes are designed around the learner's availability.

Lessons are delivered online, allowing learners to study from home without having to travel to a physical classroom.

Parents can discuss their preferred schedule with LFA, and lessons can be arranged around the learner's available time.

For very young learners who may benefit more from face-to-face teaching, LFA can also arrange for a teacher to visit the learner's home and deliver the French lessons directly, upon request and subject to availability.

This gives families greater flexibility while ensuring that young children can receive the type of support that works best for them.

Supporting What Your Child Learns at School

Private French lessons do not have to replace what a child learns at school.

In fact, they can complement it.

For children studying French in school, additional private lessons can provide more time to practise and reinforce concepts introduced in the classroom.

A learner may understand a grammar concept but need more practice using it in conversation. Another may know vocabulary but struggle with pronunciation or listening.

Private lessons give the teacher more time to identify these gaps and work on them individually.

For children in private or international schools, LFA can also provide additional French learning that complements their existing school programme.

The aim is not simply to give learners more work. It is to help them understand, practise and use French more confidently.

French Tuition for Learners Who Need Extra Support

Some children simply need more time and individual attention to master French.

A learner who struggles with vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, reading or oral expression can benefit significantly from personalized lessons.

Rather than rushing through a syllabus, the teacher can revisit difficult concepts, provide additional examples and create activities specifically designed around the learner's challenges.

This makes private French classes particularly useful for learners who need extra tuition or academic support in French.

Preparing for DELF Prim and DELF Junior

LFA also works with learners preparing for French language examinations such as DELF Prim and DELF Junior.

Exam preparation requires more than simply learning French vocabulary. Learners need to become familiar with the skills and types of activities they will encounter during the examination.

Lessons can therefore be adapted to focus on areas such as:

• Listening comprehension
• Reading comprehension
• Written expression
• Oral expression
• Vocabulary development
• Grammar
• Pronunciation
• Speaking confidence
• Exam-style activities

The teacher can also identify the learner's weaker areas and dedicate additional practice to them.

For parents who are considering DELF certification for their children, private preparation provides an opportunity to give the learner structured support alongside their regular French studies.

Complete Beginners Are Welcome

Your child does not need to know any French before joining LFA.

Our private French classes are also available to complete beginners.

A learner can begin with the basics, including greetings, introductions, numbers, colours, classroom language, family vocabulary and simple everyday expressions.

As the learner progresses, lessons can gradually develop their ability to understand and communicate in French.

Starting from zero can actually be exciting for a child when the lessons are presented through activities that make the language accessible and enjoyable.

Learning French Through Games, Songs, Videos and Role Plays

Children learn particularly well when they are actively involved.

That is why LFA's lessons are not built around the teacher speaking for the entire session while the learner simply listens.

Depending on the learner's age and objectives, classes can incorporate:

Games

Games can turn vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar practice into an enjoyable challenge. They also give learners repeated exposure to French without making practice feel repetitive.

Songs

Songs and rhymes help younger learners become familiar with French sounds, rhythm, pronunciation and everyday vocabulary.

Videos

Visual and audio materials expose learners to authentic or age-appropriate French while helping them connect words with situations and images.

Role Plays

Role plays allow learners to practise using French in realistic situations. They might pretend to order food, introduce themselves, go shopping, travel, ask for directions or have a simple conversation with another person.

Storytelling and Reading

Stories introduce children to vocabulary and expressions in context while encouraging imagination and comprehension.

The activities are adapted according to the learner's age, level and learning objectives.

French Storybooks to Build Reading and Speaking Skills

At Lazare French Academy, we believe that learning French should continue beyond the lesson itself.

That is why LFA goes an extra mile to help families access relevant and engaging French storybooks for their children.

A good French storybook can become an important part of a child's language-learning journey.

Reading regularly helps children:

• Build vocabulary
• Improve reading comprehension
• Recognize French sentence structures
• Become familiar with common expressions
• Develop pronunciation
• Build confidence when speaking

We also encourage learners to read aloud.

Reading aloud gives children an opportunity to practise pronunciation, rhythm and oral expression while becoming more comfortable hearing themselves speak French.

Over time, a child who once hesitated to read a French sentence aloud can become much more confident.

French Learning That Grows With Your Child

One of the advantages of private French lessons is that the programme can evolve as the learner develops.

A three-year-old beginning French will obviously require a different approach from a teenager preparing for DELF Junior.

Likewise, a child who is learning French for the first time will have different needs from a learner who has already studied French for several years.

LFA therefore adapts the lessons according to factors such as:

• Age
• Current French level
• School programme
• Learning objectives
• Areas requiring additional support
• Exam preparation needs
• Speaking and listening goals
• Preferred learning activities
• Available lesson times

The objective is to create a learning experience that remains appropriate as the learner progresses.

Why Choose Lazare French Academy for Private French Classes?

Parents looking for French lessons for their children want more than simply a teacher who knows French.

They want a learning experience that is reliable, engaging, structured and appropriate for their child.

At Lazare French Academy, our approach is built around:

• Private and personalized lessons
• Flexible scheduling
• Online learning for convenient access
• Home-based lessons for very young learners upon request
• Support for school French
• French tuition for learners who need additional help
• DELF Prim and DELF Junior preparation
• Beginner French for children with no previous experience
• Interactive, age-appropriate activities
• Audio-visual learning
• French storybooks and reading practice
• A strong focus on communication and confidence

Most importantly, we want children to experience French as a language they can actually use, not simply a subject they study for an examination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What age can my child start learning French with LFA?

LFA offers private French learning from as young as three years old. Lessons are adapted to the learner's age and developmental level.

Are the French classes online?

Yes. LFA's private French classes are primarily delivered online, making them convenient for families. For very young learners, home-based lessons can also be arranged upon request.

Can my child take French lessons alongside their school French programme?

Absolutely. The lessons can complement and reinforce what your child is already learning at school.

Does LFA teach complete beginners?

Yes. Children and teenagers with no previous French experience can start from the basics and progress gradually.

Does LFA prepare children for DELF?

Yes. LFA can provide preparation for learners working towards DELF Prim and DELF Junior, with lessons adapted to the learner's level and examination objectives.

What happens if my child struggles with French at school?

Private lessons can provide additional individual support in areas such as vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, reading, listening and speaking. The teacher can spend more time on areas where the learner needs reinforcement.

Can LFA help my child get French storybooks?

Yes. LFA goes an extra mile to facilitate access to relevant French storybooks that learners can use to develop their reading, vocabulary and oral skills.

Give Your Child More Opportunities to Learn French

Whether your child is three years old and discovering French for the first time, a school learner who needs additional tuition, a student in a private or international school looking for extra practice, or a teenager preparing for DELF Junior, Lazare French Academy can build French lessons around their needs.

With private online classes, flexible scheduling, home-based lessons for very young learners upon request, interactive activities and additional learning resources such as French storybooks, we make it easier for children to learn French in a way that is enjoyable, practical and personalized.

Ready to help your child become more confident in French?

Visit Lazare French Academy to learn more about our private French classes for kids and teenagers.

You can also contact us at contact@lazarefrenchacademy.com to discuss your child's needs, preferred schedule and learning goals.

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