Private Classes

One-on-One Classes

If you feel like you will benefit more from learning at your own pace, private instruction is probably the best solution for you. One-on-One classes are perfect for addressing specific needs, brushing up on existing skills, preparing for a specific occasion or simply enjoying conversation with a French native speaker. Help our teachers understand your objectives and they will design you a personalized curriculum.

Rates

Number of students	1	2	3
Hourly rate: 5 to 9 hours	$70	$100	$120
Hourly rate: 10 to 24 hours	$60	$85	$105
Hourly rate: 25 hours or more	$55	$80	$95

Notes

• Tuition is valid one year from date of purchase.

• Private lessons are generally scheduled on weekdays (i.e. Monday-Friday before 6pm).  On weeknights after 6pm and on Saturdays, our instructors and facilities are busy with our group classes and therefore, we can rarely accomodate lessons at those times.

• All rates are for classes held at 2142 Wyoming Avenue or 419 7th st NW.  Please see below for transportation fee applicable when class takes place at your home or office.

Other Fees

• Transportation Fee: for classes held outside the Alliance Française, there will be a transportation fee of $8-16 depending on the distance, plus the cost of parking. You will need to pay at time of registration for transportation fees. Any relevant parking fees must be paid as well. Please contact alliance@francdc.org to find out about the transportation fee rate.
• Membership: the membership to the Alliance Française is required of all Alliance Française students (see our membership page for details).  Please note that rates quoted above do not include the membership fee.
• Books: Books may be needed, depending on your objectives and on teacher assessment of your needs. Please note that book sets range from $40-50.

Policies

• Private courses tuition is not refundable and not transferable to group classes or to another student.
• Tuition must be paid prior to the start of lessons.
• A minimum payment is 5 hours of private lesson time.
• Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel a lesson, please contact the teacher directly 24 hours in advance or you will be charged for a one-hour lesson.
• Membership Policy: Membership is required for all students, whether group or private classes are given.
• In the event of inclement weather, students should check with the tutor for potential cancellation.

How To Register

1. If you are a new student at the Alliance and you are not a complete beginner, you need to complete a placement test before registering for private lessons.

Take the placement test

2. Once you've taken the placement test, you can initiate the registration process by sending a private class request form.  Please give specific dates and times you are available. We will then contact you directly by phone or email once a tutor is available. When no instructors are available, your request will first be put on the wait list.

I would like to request private lessons

 

3. Once you've been assigned a teacher and a schedule, you can purchase hours of private class tuition. Please call the Alliance française main office at 202-234-7911 to make the purchase over the phone by credit card (Monday-Friday 9am-7pm). Purchases made by check must be made in person during office hours.