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LSFMontpellier, France

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

241 students - overall rating
6 rue Foch - 34000 Montpellier - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • E-learning platform.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 23%
18-24 years 40%
25-34 years 17%
35-50 years 12%
>50 years 8%
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.

Location: Located in the south of France, LSF Montpellier is a learning haven for students of the French language. With 20 years of experience and 20 fully equipped, air-conditioned classrooms, the school welcomes over 3,000 students every year. LSF Montpellier has a range of courses tailored for a variety of objectives including learning French for professional purposes, academic or even simply for the love of the language.

Course selection: The school offers beginner to advanced level courses adapted to all backgrounds of learning which is assessed through a written online test followed with an oral test. It also offers an intensive course for upgrading oral skills. LSF’s high quality programs are aimed at improving and solidifying the understanding of the French language. Students are provided with a Roadbook that includes illustrated examples and group activities that ensure the learning goes beyond the introductory understanding of French.

School facilities: The school incorporates an e-Learning platform for added convenience to students as well as long-distance learning programs.

Social and Cultural: Montpellier offers a wide range of sightseeing and tourism opportunities like hiking in the Pic Saint-Loup overlooks, stand up paddling in La Grande-Motte and biking among others. Students have a range of accommodation options from private apartments to host families to choose from.

French Courses

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General Language
Intensive CourseRecommended French courseMost Popular French course
26 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
In high demand!
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320€304€
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Standard CoursePopular French course
20 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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250€238€
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Combined Group 20 + 6 Private
26 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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540€513€
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Super Intensive Course
40 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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480€456€
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Junior
Junior Sun and Art Summer Camp - Residence (13 to 16 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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705€688€
Includes accommodation
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
DELF / DALF Exam PreparationRecommended French course
26 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
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188€179€
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TCF / TEF Exam PreparationRecommended French course
26 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
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208€198€
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Our prices for LSF include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform

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Student opinions about LSF, Montpellier

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating of
LSF, Montpellier
241 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Organisation
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Value for money
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Other
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (34 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 18-30 years (65 ratings)
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Students 31-49 years (55 ratings)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Students 50+ years (74 ratings)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
29 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The school is super centrally located and can be reached by tram. The on-site team is very well organised. All questions are answered quickly, even in English if your language skills are a little lacking. The lessons are didactically very well organised. There is a good balance of grammar, vocabulary and exercises. There are printed worksheets and also slides via projector. The teaching materials are still available to me for revision after the course. The city of Montpellier is a very good destination. It is a pleasant size, so you can get a good overview of the city after a few days and at the same time there is always something going on. For the weekend: The Mediterranean Sea is not far away.”
Disliked
“I had classes mainly in the afternoon, which took some time to get used to. In the group sessions, I had many Mexican students who were there for the student exchange. As they went to a regular school in the mornings and were still comparatively young (around 18 years old), concentration and motivation were very slow in the afternoons and only improved over time.”
Insider tip: “Away from school, take in the cultural life, cafés/restaurants, museums, zoo, parks, small shops, ...”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: 30 sessions as educational leave are quite demanding with preparation and follow-up of about 1-2 hours per day. But it was fun because I noticed the progress after one week.
Other comments I will recommend it to others.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Oct. 2023 by Lars Niebuhr
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
72 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Teacher used Google classroom, she had a very integrated programme, which fostered a lot of high-level conversation. She was constantly challenging us, and at the time supporting us to try new things and expand our vocabulary. It was amazing to see a professional to see her working with students at different levels within the same group giving support and encouragement constantly. We could see the improvement. I was very impressed. Instead of spending time with formal testing, evaluation was based on our oral and written work.”
Disliked
“There is a large classroom in the basement Foch. The lighting is poor in this room. A few floor lamps would make a big difference.”
Insider tip: “Before accepting accommodation with a host family, I would be contacting the host family to get an idea of what the expectations and accommodations are to see if it’s a good fit.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The first week was a little intense as I came at the very end of B1. The school and the teacher were very helpful in making sure I was in the right level. It was challenging, but I think I made a lot of progress.
Other comments The staff in the main office was very helpful. When I needed a doctor, they found one very quickly. They responded to the problems with lodging, and they followed up to make sure that if there was a problem it was resolved.
Course: Standard Course  - 6 weeks
Review date: 30. Nov. 2023 by Frances Clare Keith
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
43 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The weekly changing topics. Everything important was covered and you can easily join in every week. (I booked 3 weeks, 20+6). The teachers were all very welcoming and friendly. Also good: you can change levels during the course. The support was always excellent and there was always someone to talk to. The school is centrally located and there are lots of joint activities on offer. The group size was very pleasant.”
Disliked
“The rooms were outdated, air conditioning didn't work or wasn't available. This summer makes learning difficult. Only one teacher used Google Classroom, although it should be standard for all teachers at the school. Otherwise, there were more or less good copies and a whiteboard in the room. There is still potential for digitalisation to make lessons more appealing. There were not enough sanitary facilities. ”
Insider tip: “Enjoy leisure activities and socialising with other students. Just join in the fun.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Well-organised private lessons, my teacher (Anissa) was completely responsive to me and made the lessons very practical (crepes baked, restaurant visit), really great; the group course was good, the group size optimal.
Course: Combined Group 20 + 6 Private - 3 weeks
Review date: 25. Aug. 2024 by Cindy Schneider
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
20 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The school is in the city centre and is well organised. There is also a tram stop nearby. The teachers are good and helpful, the lessons interesting. The environment is very friendly and the students come from all over the world (many from Germany and England). Essential to get to know the people is the city tour on the first day.”
Disliked
“The students are divided into several schools located in different places in the city (all in the centre, however). There is no common place to meet everyone. The school organises some activities (but not too interesting) and many excursions, but all of them cost 40€.”
Review details
Course: Standard Course  - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. Aug. 2022 by Maria Grazia Mocci Guicciardi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
50 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Compared to other language schools that I have already got to know, the LSF in Montpellier is the best. All (very competent) teachers and staff take care of each student individually. A solution is sought immediately for every problem that occurs. Dealing in school is respectful and informal.”
Review details
Other comments I can highly recommend the school, regardless of age.
Course: Online Standard Course - 10 weeks
Review date: 26. Jul. 2020 by Sylvia Mayer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
31 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The school is located in the very center of the beautiful city of Montpellier, the organization functions well, and (at least) my teacher was phenomenal. I would definitely recommend it to others and would love to come back again the the near future!”
Insider tip: “Join the activities organized by the school. It is worth the money and a chance to see more than just Montpellier!”
Review details
Course: Standard Course  - 2 weeks
Review date: 28. Aug. 2019 by Kiyomi Molin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
15 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Good animation team and activities. Lovely city and the homestay was very good. I think activities should have all been after lessons as there was a lot of travelling back and forth to the homestay until very late at night.”
Insider tip: “Take snacks for lunch as the school food is not great. ”
Review details
Course: Montpellier Summer Vacation - Homestay Full Board [French] - 1 week
Review date: 20. Aug. 2019 by Tom Gravell
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“My host family and my teacher were amazing (although I was lucky because not all my friends had such great experiences with theirs), there were many free excursions which were fun, and the weather was incredible.”
Insider tip: “Check out the activities that the school offer to help you pass the time outside of the lessons. Go to the beach.”
Review details
Other comments Some of the other students wanted their teachers to speak more English with them to help them understand but LSF insists on only speaking French. For this reason, it may be difficult for total beginners to learn French at LSF.
Course: Standard Course (20) [French] - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Jerome Courtois
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
60 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I especially liked the teachers, they were very competent and patient. I also enjoyed the different classroom locations. The groups were well mixed and we always had a good time learning together.”
Disliked
“Nothing in specific, everything was OK”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: No
Course: Intensive Course  - 3 weeks
Review date: 26. Sep. 2022 by Jeffrey Mc Cutchan
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
65 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The lovely welcome on the first day. The city tour. Our teacher Genna. The structure of the lessons. The materials were very professional and lovingly put together.”
Insider tip: “The tour of Montpellier, because you not only get an overview, but also recommendations on history and restaurants.”
Review details
Other comments A very modern school with students from all countries and all ages
Course: Standard Course (20) - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Sep. 2018 by Imma Melzer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
30 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The positivity from teachers and simply a community of random people together to learn/improve a new thing. I’ve never taken a language class before!”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: I loved my teachers ! I thought that occasionally, students weren’t placed in the best class. For facilities, everything was great except when there was a listening exercise and the volume/speakers were barely audible (even for the younger folks!).
Course: Intensive Course  - 3 weeks
Review date: 9. Jul. 2019 by Alexandra Jones
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“You have to work hard. The teachers (m/f) teach excellently. The program is also very good, but the basic program is also intensive.”
Disliked
“I found the intensive program in the afternoon less strong than the basic program in the morning. You are forced to speak and that is very good. But the level of the different students (9 to 10) is too different. As a result, the end effect is not good enough for me. I also did this course a few years ago and then I also noticed this negative effect. Furthermore, the classrooms are sometimes very cramped for the number of students crammed into them. I was in Montpellier at a time when it was very hot. The combination of cramped classrooms (with my wife, but not with me) and often no air conditioning in the basic lessons and fans that sounded above speaking level (with my wife) made the course even more tiring. It is also difficult that the platform with the supporting exercises is aimed at laptops and computers. I couldn't use my android tablet and phone properly for certain exercises.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: I don't think I'll do any intensive next time, for the reason mentioned above.
Course: 1 week Intensive Course + 1 week Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Jun. 2022 by Andre Van Soest
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
68 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Lessons ok so far. Less monologues by the teacher would be better. Even better would be more frequent changes of method”
Disliked
“Mini classroom in the basement. 8 people on approx. 12 sqm without windows. Not acceptable at all. ”
Review details
Course: Standard Course  - 1 week
Review date: 20. Sep. 2022 by Detlev Krüger-Sperling
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
73 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“My experience at LSF was beyond my expectations in every way. My teacher, Louise, is a talented and genial educator.”
Disliked
“No identified recommendations for improvement.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Made great progress.
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. Jun. 2024 by Pamela Alexander
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
53 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The lessons were excellently prepared and very diversified. My teachers were absolutely great and trained my gaps.”
Review details
Course: Standard Course  - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2019 by Renate Bay
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
70 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I enjoyed everything, and the teachers and staff were fantastic. I already want to come back for more learning.”
Review details
Course: Standard Course - 11 weeks
Review date: 15. May. 2024 by Julia Galvao Andersson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
52 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The small classes, the teachers, other students, everyone spoke French, so I couldn't easily speak English.”
Disliked
“1. The order of the lessons was wrong. When I arrived, I was placed in level A2 week 7 where the students were in the last week of A2 studying political opinions from radio interviews which were really difficult because I was expected to fully know my verb tenses and vocabulary. Then the second week, we reviewed the difference between passé composé and l'imparfait, skills that I needed in week one. In my last week, where I was placed into B1, we started from the beginning with the difference between passé composé and l'imparafait, which I had just reviewed in week 2. 2. The error on my schedule was never changed for the three weeks I was there even though I showed them on the first day.”
Insider tip: “Arrive at the beginning of the month so you start at the beginning of the level. Sign up for excursions: they are not only for the fun but also for meeting people.”
Review details
Course: French and Cooking [French] - 3 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2018 by Kathryn Standing
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
36 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“My teacher, she explains very clear and makes an interesting lesson and has great pedagogical skills.”
Review details
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 1. Dec. 2023 by Bastian Sennholz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The best thing about the school was its central location, its free activities and its facilities.”
Disliked
“The worst thing about the school was its organization due to the overcrowding, the large number of students per class and the high price of the excursions.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course [French] - 3 weeks
Review date: 24. Jul. 2023 by Diego Remezal Santamaría
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
14 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Friendly supervisors and teachers, good organisation, tidy facilities in the building, good food”
Disliked
“The programme was not always very appealing to the students”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very nice host family, good variety of lessons and activities
Course: Junior Summer Course + Homestay  - 1 week
Review date: 22. Jul. 2024 by Simon Rist
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
73 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Our professor, Claire was excellent. Tres sympa (very nice) and creative with our assignments.”
Disliked
“The educational handouts could have been better. They were lacking. ”
Review details
Course: Standard Course [French] - 1 week
Review date: 7. Oct. 2024 by Lydiatt Carol
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Amazing teachers and staff, always available to help and make sure everything is going well.”
Review details
Other comments One of the best weeks of my life. Wonderful atmosphere in class. High level of teaching and very experienced teachers.
Course: French and Cooking [French] - 7 weeks
Review date: 24. Dec. 2018 by Neta Lee Ivry
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
78 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The school is professionally run and the teaching is professional, you cannot ask for more.”
Disliked
“Suggestions from pupils could also be taken into account for once. No joint activities with the student group.”
Insider tip: “Helping to shape lessons yourself”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Professional.
Other comments None
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 3. Oct. 2023 by Bruno Heuer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
54 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Central location; openness,friendliness and humor of the staff (teachers and office)”
Review details
Other comments During off-season, unfortunately, little differenciation according to learning levels is possible because there are only a few students - small school
Course: Intensive Group - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Sep. 2010 by Erna Körber
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
19 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The activities, excursions and how the school made it easy for us to make friends.”
Insider tip: “Going to the bakery just around the corner during the break”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Pretty much everything was great about the school, the host family and the stay overall. In the intensive classes there was a little too much variation in French knowledge between the students, which was the only thing that wasn't perfect. Overall, I very much enjoyed taking courses at LSF.
Other comments Great school, a bit too many anglophones though. That makes it harder to speak French outside of school.
Course: Intensive Immersion Course  - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Jul. 2019 by Assar Leideman
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
63 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teachers are competent and motivated. The teaching methods were appropriate.”
Disliked
“The mixture of classes was not always good. As soon as the young students were grouped together in a separate class, it was much better for me in the other class.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: No overload
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 30. Apr. 2024 by Andreas Steiger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
54 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Loved the teacher and the ethos and the approach to teaching. I learnt so much!”
Disliked
“The quality of the classrooms - some were dark, windowless, airless and facilities were poor. One toilet amongst so many pupils is simply not enough and people were always queuing. Its a shame! I was not aware there was a library? Perhaps some sort of orientation would have been helpful?”
Insider tip: “Do take the time to get to understand the online platform (maybe a workshop would be helpful). ”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was great and really helped develop all the learning from the morning courses.
Other comments Judith is probably the most wonderful teacher I have ever had - she is a complete inspiration.
Course: Intensive Course  - 4 weeks
Review date: 17. Oct. 2022 by Claire Lewis
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
62 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“Friendliness and helpfulness, endeavour of the teacher to answer all questions”
Disliked
“Lessons: too little opportunity to speak, lots of written exercises, hardly any differentiation, previously announced exercises (e.g. opportunity to speak - talk about own city) are only partially carried out, participants who are regularly late are told individually what they have missed (in person), not as a possible repetition for everyone”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Level of participants is too different, requires differentiation
Other comments Success certainly depends on the respective teacher
Course: Standard Course [Französisch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Apr. 2024 by Birgit Saleh
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
65 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The friendliness of all employees, the good teaching and motivation by Judith.”
Insider tip: “The after-class gatherings, especially on Fridays, with drinks and tapas from the region”
Review details
Other comments Leisure activities, also many free good activities, the harmonious work of the employees, the helpfulness of everyone, the learning app
Course: Standard Course (20) - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Kornelia Terhorst
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
46 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Teachers were well prepared and interested in helping the students succeed.”
Insider tip: “The more you participate in the social activities through the school, the more you'll practice your French and meet new people. ”
Review details
Course: Intensive [French] + Standard - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Victoria Grieve
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of LSF compared to ratings of all schools in France

 LSF MontpellierAverage of all other schools in France
Overall school rating4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Homestay4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared flat4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

LSF

Accreditations and Quality seals
FLEPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalDFP, TEF
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 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at LSF and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Year of school foundation
1996
Legal name/parent company
EURL NEW LSF | Tax registration ID: FR09504539388
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Free water dispenser

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Please advise us about the need for halal food and any other special dietary requirements at the time of booking

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 22
    • Number of public PC workstations: 8

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school
The main adult school, which also houses the administrative team, is located in a building opposite the law courts and next to the Arc de Triomphe, in the historic centre of Montpellier. The school includes 20 air-conditioned classrooms and 5 classrooms with interactive flat panels. LSF Foch has 7 classrooms, a Staff-room, garden, a terrace and drinks machines. LSF Préfecture has 7 classrooms and drinks machines. LSF Barnabé has 6 classrooms, a rooftop terrace and drinks machines.

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 150
Throughout the year: 50
Junior courses - In summer: 80
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 29 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Switzerland 14%
Germany 13%
Spain 13%
England 12%
USA 10%
Brazil 3%
Turkey 3%
Italy 3%
Netherlands 3%
Sweden 2%
China 1%
Japan 1%
Other nationalities 22%

Information for all courses offered by LSF

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
80.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Absolute beginner courses have fixed starting dates. A late start is possible (within two weeks after the course has begun) with the condition that you complete the online module for beginners (EUR 49).

Inscription fee for online courses is EUR 30.
Course prices include French lessons, use of LSF course materials (LSF course manual, e-learning platform and LSF app for smartphones), welcome meeting (with breakfast), guided visit of Montpellier and end-of-course certificate.

During busy weeks some classes may take place at the LSF annexes no more than a 5-minute walk from the LSF permanent school.

Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024 - 08 Jan 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 08 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 08 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 20 Dec 2025 - 31 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 email.
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

Montpellier-Mediterranee Airport:
70 € one way
140 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (MPL).
More details about airports near Montpellier and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Montpellier page. For flight comparisons to Montpellier, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Latvia do not require a visa for travelling to France and attending a language course.
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
No
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.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet2 km
Basketball3 km
Cooking1 km
Dancing2 km
Diving12 km
Football (soccer)4 km
Golf10 km
Horse riding6 km
Ice Hockey6 km
Mountainbiking-
Music-
Sailing12 km
Squash2 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis2 km
Tennis2 km
Volleyball2 km
Windsurfing12 km
Yoga1 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Montpellier guided tour.

Adults - Paid activities

The school organises a weekly calendar of social activities which can include Welcome drinks in a local bar, a meal in a local restaurant or crêperie, wine and cheese tasting, bowling, ice-skating, visits to local museums, beach trips, excursions to local towns and places of interest and more. Excursions available by our professional guide on : www.oculture.fr

Junior - Free activities

All-inclusive compulsory programme of activities and excursions (1 half-day and 1 full-day excursion per week).

Junior - Paid activities

All-inclusive compulsory programme.

Accommodation

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Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, No meals
In high demand!
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0
100 ratings
from
150 €
Homestay Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0
100 ratings
from
225 €
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0
100 ratings
from
170 €
Private Apartment
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0
2 ratings
from
300 €
Private Apartment
Single room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0
2 ratings
from
250 €

Student Testimonial Videos

Note: The video testimonials of students from LSF have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at LSF.

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Questions and answers about LSF

  • “The minimum required age for the junior courses at LSF is 11 years. They can't make exceptions and accept younger students for the day programme. ”
    Eugenie, from LSF, Montpellier - May 06, 2022
  • “After you drop your child off at school in the morning, you can leave the junior campus at 8:30 and attend the adult classes at 9:00.”
    Eugenie, from LSF - Montpellier - Oct 28, 2022
  • “Yes, you can also just cancel the accommodation and do the course if you prefer to live in a shared apartment. It is best to let us know as soon as you have made your decision so that we can change the booking accordingly. The residences are very popular in summer and then someone else would have a chance of getting a room in Montpellier.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 24, 2022
  • “To secure your course and accommodation now, you pay a deposit using the registration form. The outstanding fees to the school must be paid to the LSF school by 31 days before the start of the course.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 24, 2022
  • “Activity Programme and Excursions:
    Full programme of afternoon and evening activities, including beach sports and parties, disco, bowling, ice-skating, Photomania; all compulsory and fully supervised by qualified LSF staff. One half-day and one full-day excursion per week to local places of interest (Avignon/Pont du Gard, Sète, Nîmes, the Camargue, Grotte de Clamouse/St Guilhem-le-Désert, la Bambouseraie…).

    Activities will range from:
    Welcome Meeting
    Town Walk
    Beach-volleyball and Beach games
    Sports
    Workshops, Quizzes, Indoor Games, Video Night
    Farewell Evening (beach or disco)
    Photomania
    Theme Nights
    Discos
    Cinema
    Bowling    ”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 30, 2023
  • “The two boys are supervised 24 hours a day. The host family organizes transport to and from the school. You can be more independent from the age of 16, but in your case the boys cannot leave the house unsupervised.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 31, 2023
  • “The minimum age is 16 years. Unfortunately, we cannot make an exception, but only if the student turns 16 within the month they attend school.”
    Eugénie, Administration Assistant from LSF - Jan 23, 2024
  • “A lesson lasts 45 minutes.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2024
  • “The LSF can help you organize a host family, hotel residence, student residence or shared apartment. If you prefer, find accommodation yourself and just book the course.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2024
  • “The school organizes sports and leisure activities such as volleyball, hiking and various types of water sports. If you are interested in culture, art, history & gastronomy, you will find a wide range of activities in Montpellier!”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2024
    • “In the family they have a shared bedrooms with same age students - 2 or 3 kids per bedroom.”
      Eugénie, from LSF - Jun 04, 2024

FAQ about LSF, Montpellier

  • “Yes, the school offers accommodation in homestay, studio, apartement, hotel. You can find the price and additionnal information in the section "Accommodation"”
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 03, 2023
  • “LSF offers junior courses for 11-16 year old students. 17-year-old students can apply for the mixed-age adult courses. There's no maximum age for these courses. There might be older students as well, however, the average age during summer is lower: 20-25 years. Most young adults attend these courses. ”
    Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 17, 2024
  • “No, activities are mandatory in the junior day programme with lunch. ”
    Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 06, 2024
  • “No, but the school will arrange a suitable homestay for you.”
    SuJin Kim, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 19, 2024
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at LSF varies from 1 students (Combined Group 20 + 6 Private) to 15 students (Junior Sun and Art Summer Camp - Residence)
  • 100% of teachers at LSF hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at LSF comes from Switzerland with a 14% representation, followed by students from Germany (13%) and Spain (13%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • LSF offers courses from 13 years (Junior Sun and Art Summer Camp - Residence, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 29 for the rest of the year.

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