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AlpadiaLyon, France

6 Quai Jules Courmont - 69002 Lyon - see on map
What we like about the school
  • The school is based in a 19th century building overlooking the Rhône.
  • Located close to the main square surrounded by cafés and restaurants .
  • Walking tours of the city and trips to the Rhône countryside and vineyards.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 5% of students.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 35%
18-24 years 25%
25-34 years 25%
35-50 years 15%
>50 years 0%
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.

Location: Alpadia Lyon is a French language institute located in the historic city of Lyon, in France's Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Housed in a 19th-century building overlooking the Rhône, the school's central locations mean there are many amenities, links to public transport, shops, cafes and attractions nearby. Places and sites of interest within walking distance of the school include the Palais de la Bourse de Lyon,
Place de la République, Trinity Chapel, Célestins - Théâtre de Lyon and more.

Course selection: Course selection includes something suitable for students of all levels. In addition to General French taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also French + Volunteering, French + Work placement, and DEFL/DALF Exam Preparation programmes.

Getting around: There are several links to public transport within walking distance of the school, ensuring students can travel in and around the city with ease. The Cordeliers subway station is within a 300m walk of the school's front doors. Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is a 45-minute taxi or 50-minute journey via public transport from the Alpadia Lyon school.

Social and cultural: The history of Lyon dates back thousands of years, ensuring many sites and places of interest are scattered around this now modern and vibrant French city. Alpadia Lyon has a varied activities calendar for students to embrace the French language and their studies. In addition to immersive language activities at school, the school also provides regular trips and excursions such as boat trips on the River Rhône, Sightseeing in Lyon, cheese & wine tasting, Accrobbranche Lyone and much more.

French Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Intensive French CourseRecommended French courseMost Popular French course
25 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
In high demand!
from
300€
Course Details
Standard French CoursePopular French course
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
235€
Course Details
Premium French Course
30 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
from
360€
Course Details
Combi 10
30 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
1060€
Course Details
Combi 5
25 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
675€
Course Details
Work & Study
Academic Pathway Programme (20)
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
275€
Course Details
French & Work Experience/Internship
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
235€
Course Details
French & Volunteering Programme
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
from
235€
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
DELF/DALF Preparation CourseRecommended French course
30 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
from
400€
Course Details

Our prices for Alpadia include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities

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Alpadia

Accreditations and Quality seals
EAQUALSFLEPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalÉtudes en France
French teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix
45% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Alpadia and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoMaestro - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2006
Legal name/parent company
ALPADIA Berlin GmbH | Tax registration ID: DE276125087

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Snack vending machine

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 5
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 28
Throughout the year: 28
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 20 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 4%
Other nationalities 96%

Information for all courses offered by Alpadia

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
90.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

The minimum duration for A1 absolute beginners is two weeks.

Optional extra costs:

  • Weekly accident/health insurance fee: EUR 15.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 95 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 08 May 2024, 09 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 24 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 06 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 08 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per French language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport:
160 € one way
320 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Lyon and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Lyon page. For flight comparisons to Lyon, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
95 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Accommodation

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Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
from
290 €
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
from
230 €
Homestay
Double room, Breakfast
from
200 €
Homestay
Double room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
245 €
Residence
Single room, No meals
from
330 €
Student Apartment
Single room, No meals
from
310 €
Student Apartment
Double room, No meals
from
225 €

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Questions and answers about Alpadia

  • “Unfortunately, we cannot make an exception for students younger than 16.”
    Ivana, from Alpadia - Jun 23, 2023
  • “The minimum age is 16 years (except for the summer programmes). Unfortunately, we cannot welcome your daughter at the age of 15.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 29, 2023
  • “The minimum required French level to participate in the program "French & Volunteering Programme" is B1 - intermediate.”
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 18, 2024
  • “The program French & Volunteering Programme is open to 18+ years old, EEA and Swiss citizens.”
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 18, 2024

FAQ about Alpadia, Lyon

  • French courses at Alpadia start at 235 € for Standard French Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Alpadia
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport (160 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Alpadia varies from 8 students (Premium French Course) to 12 students (Intensive French Course)
  • 100% of teachers at Alpadia hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • Alpadia offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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