French classes Neuilly-sur-Seine
Looking for a French as a Foreign Language teacher in Neuilly-sur-Seine next to Paris?
Whether you live, work, or simply love exploring this pleasant to live in, elegant and green suburb city of Paris, our French courses, designed especially for expats and their families, will help you grow your language skills and confidence.
Neuilly-sur-Seine: a blend of elegance and calm just steps from Paris
A welcoming haven for expat families that values discretion at the edge of the bustling capital.
Some say Neuilly-sur-Seine is too proper, too chic, too polished – and often overlook it. We love teaching here. Everything about this city exudes refinement, serenity, and a quiet openness to the world. You stroll around, meet families from all over, greet regulars at local shops, and sense how everyone has found their balance between city life and gentle living.
We love the village atmosphere hidden behind the wide, tree-lined avenues and elegant façades. On Rue du Château, Rue de Chézy or Rue Madeleine Michelis, shopkeepers know their customers, take the time to advise and chat. Buying cheese at Androuet, a cut of beef at Metzger, or a delicious veggie tart at De La Tarte is part of those small everyday pleasures that give the city its warmth and flavor.
Neuilly is also wonderfully green. We love strolling through Parc de la Folie Saint-James, following the peaceful banks of the Île de la Jatte while thinking of the many Impressionist painters who captured it, or escaping to the Jardin d'Acclimatation to breathe, relax and enjoy the view of the city from afar. Everywhere, there is greenery and space. Amid the modern buildings, we enjoy uncovering the architectural gems Neuilly quietly shelters: here an Art Deco building, there a graceful Belle Époque house, a flowered balcony, an ornate iron railing. You just need to look a little closer for charming Neuilly to reveal itself.
And we can never resist its cosmopolitan feel, so tangible in the cafés, at the Sablons Market or outside Marymount International School. The languages of the world blend naturally, conversations flow easily and encounters are genuine and warm.
It's this mix of elegance, calm and openness that makes Neuilly-sur-Seine such an ideal place to learn French: a city where you feel good, a cocoon where you can take your time with the language, recharge and then dive back into the lively rhythm of nearby Paris.
Let's start your French journey in Neuilly-sur-Seine!
Private French Lessons for Expats in Neuilly-sur-Seine
Step out of your comfort zone, confidently
Since 2017, we've been helping expatriates and their families learn French and feel more at home in Paris and Neuilly-sur-Seine. Our courses focus on real-life situations you'll face as an expat – at work, at school, in daily errands, and in social settings – so you can improve your French quickly(1) and communicate with confidence.
Whether you're a complete beginner or an advanced learner preparing for the DELF, TCF, or DCL FLE exams, we'll support your language journey and help you navigate the nuances of French culture with ease.
Private French Lessons
Our native French teachers offer FrenchUp private lessons right in Neuilly-sur-Seine or in Paris – at your home, your office, or in handpicked local cafés. These charming, Parisian settings create a relaxed atmosphere where learning feels natural and enjoyable.
Group French Lessons
Prefer learning with others? You can take our FrenchUp courses in small, friendly groups of peers, friends, or families at the same level – at your office or at your home.
We also offer dynamic group classes like the French Conversation Class and our FrenchBooster Programme. The sessions are at 54 rue Greneta, Paris 2, which is just under 30 minutes away from Neuilly-sur-Seine by metro on Line 1!
(1) Students in our FrenchUp private lessons typically improve by one full CEFR level in just 30 hours of instruction – from placement test to final evaluation.
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2 Cafés Where to Take Your French Lessons in Neuilly-sur-Seine
Over 11,000 hours of lessons – and almost as many spent in Parisian cafés or those of Neuilly-sur-Seine with our learners!
Not just because we're coffee lovers (okay, maybe a little), but because the Parisian (and neuilléen!) café is one of the most practical, inspiring, and culturally rich places to take a French lesson.
We're always on the lookout for authentic, welcoming cafés ideal for private French lessons. We carefully select and recommend spots in Neuilly-sur-Seine that match your mood, the weather, and the vibe of your neighborhood.
Here are two of our favorite cafés in Neuilly-sur-Seine we'd love to share with you today:
Le Nouveau Paris
204 Bd Bineau, 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine
The Heavenway
33 Av. du Roule, 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine
French Lessons in Neuilly-sur-Seine: A Perfect Excuse to Explore This Suburb City of West Paris
In the midst of busy schedules, daily errands, and the challenges of expat life, it can be hard to make space for yourself. But taking French lessons is more than just language learning – it's also a chance to slow down, connect, and immerse yourself in the rhythm of Paris.
Why not extend your French lesson in Neuilly-sur-Seine into a little urban escape?
Wander a side street, admire an architectural detail, or step into an offbeat boutique or museum. Every corner of Neuilly-sur-Seine offers something worth discovering.
We're passionate about Paris and some of its suburbs like Neuilly-sur-Seine, and we love sharing our favorite addresses, secret spots, and daily rituals with our learners. Because learning French should be more than grammar and verbs: it should feel like a real immersion in the Parisian (and neuilléen!) way of life. We're here to help you fully experience your French moment and truly feel at home in Neuilly.
And until your next French class? We've already picked out three magical spots to explore in Neuilly-sur-Seine. Honestly, it was tough to choose from our long list of favorites!
A true haven of peace, Île de la Jatte offers an enchanting escape just minutes from La Défense. At the southern tip, by the Temple of Love, the contrast is striking: on one side the towers of the business district, on the other, a green sanctuary where time seems to stand still.
You can stroll along the Seine between moored houseboats and flowered cottages, watch the beehives that produce local honey, and soak in the calm. The perfect alignment of the houses with their bow windows even gives the island a touch of British charm.
A romantic and soothing place, ideal for taking a breath away from the bustle of Paris.
Île de la Grande Jatte, 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine
With its lovely Art Deco façade full of charm, Le Village Cinema is the kind of place you almost want to keep secret. No frills here: a large screening room with a balcony, films in their original version (and sometimes even in 3D), a friendly atmosphere, and the best sweet popcorn in western Paris—crispy and perfectly caramelized.
A human-sized cinema, family-run, authentic, slightly worn, where you can rediscover the simple pleasure of the big screen.
4 Rue de Chézy, 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine
On Sunday mornings, the Market Square slowly comes to life. Shopping bags fill up, children skip along, and we like sometimes settling on the terrace of Dupont Durand for a coffee break. You do not just come here for an espresso; you come to observe, to listen, to breathe in the city. It is a meeting point, a ritual, an open-air stage where the daily life of Neuilly unfolds.
Just steps away, the international Coffee Parisien or elegant La Place Neuilly carry on the conversation. But to truly capture the spirit of the neighborhood, nothing beats that suspended moment facing the market when all of Neuilly seems to gather over a coffee or tea.
14 Pl. du Marché, 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine
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Who am I?
Bonjour, I'm Fabienne Defaux!
I'm a French as a Foreign Language teacher and a true Paris and West Paris enthusiast – especially when it comes to Neuilly-sur-Seine, a refined, green, and very international town right next to Paris.
For over 14 years, I've been helping expats and their families settle into life in Paris. In 2017, together with my husband Pierre-Yves, I founded novexpat with one clear goal: to offer personalized French lessons designed for the real lives of expats – so they can navigate daily life in Paris with more ease, confidence, and joy.
At novexpat, real life is our classroom. Our courses are built around the everyday situations you face – at work, at school, in the market, or on a café terrace – so you can start speaking and understanding French naturally, right from the start.
What do our learners often tell us?
✨ That each lesson immediately helps them better understand their surroundings, connect more easily with locals, and feel more at home – whether getting advice from vendors at the Sablons Market, ordering a delicious homemade dish at Brasserie Charlie, discussing a play at Théâtre des Sablons, going shopping in the streets around Place Parmentier, chatting with other parents after school, or participating in a work meeting with French-speaking colleagues.
With a team of 10+ experienced teachers and a deeply human approach, we design a learning experience that adapts to your goals, schedule, and lifestyle – and yes, even your neighborhood!
Throughout your journey, I stay personally involved to make sure everything fits: the right teacher, the right pace, and the right approach – just for you.
Ready to make French a natural part of your Parisian life? Explore our French courses in Neuilly-sur-Seine and book a video call with me to chat – and why not begin this wonderful adventure right here, in Neuilly?
How to Get Started
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Browse our French courses available in Neuilly. Discover all the details about our private FrenchUp Class, semi-private FrenchUp Duo & Trio Class, French conversation classes, and FrenchBooster program: prerequisites, syllabus, class structure, testimonials, and pricing.
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Pre-apply online for your preferred French course (no payment, no commitment)
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Get a video call interview with Fabienne, our enrollment advisor
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Receive a detailed training agreement to sign and start learning French in Neuilly-sur-Seine!
Still not sure about what French class in Neuilly-sur-Seine would best fit you?
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Not in Neuilly-sur-Seine ? No problem!
We also offer French lessons in Paris 16 and Paris 17... Two neighboring arrondissements of Paris where we support expats every week in gaining fluency and confidence in everyday conversations.
Looking beyond Neuilly-sur-Seine? We teach in all arrondissements of Paris — and even in surrounding cities like Boulogne-Billancourt, Saint-Cloud, Saint-Germain-en-Laye or Versailles.
Not in Paris yet? Thanks to our online French courses, you can start learning remotely before your plane even lands.
FAQ
Your questions answered
We offer several formats tailored to the needs of expats and their families, including private lessons and duo or trio lessons. Our small group conversation classes and intensive programs such as the FrenchBooster take place in a classroom located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, easily accessible by metro in less than 30 minutes on line 1!
We teach in different areas of Neuilly, including the Jatte, Sablon, Saint-James, Château, Bagatelle, Inkermann, City Center, and Bois de Boulogne neighborhoods. Lessons can take place at home, in carefully selected cafés near you, at your office, or online if you prefer more flexibility.
Absolutely! Our French lessons are tailored for expats, even total beginners. Our goal is to help you feel comfortable speaking French in real-life situations — at the doctor's office, in shops, at your child's school, during administrative appointments or at the coffee machine with your coworkers.
It all depends on your starting point and your objectives. Thanks to our practical approach and personalized support, each course gives you the keys to progress in the situations that matter to you. For our FrenchUp learners, we see an average improvement of one language level every 30 hours.
Our classes are based on real-life needs, not just grammar or vocabulary lists. Unlike language apps or fully automated platforms, we offer a personalized and structured learning experience with professional teachers who understand the expat life in Paris. We help you speak, connect, and integrate — not just memorize, with highly qualified teachers.
In many cases, yes! We can help you present your learning plan to your HR or mobility team. Our training programs are structured, goal-oriented, and make sense as part of a professional integration or development plan. You can also use your CPF to finance part of your training. Don't hesitate to consult our page dedicated to financing or contact us to discuss it together.
We're committed to presenting all our programs on the site in a thorough and comprehensive way. We've also created a free quiz to help you identify the program best suited to your level, goals and schedule. It's quick, non-binding and gives you a personalized recommendation in just 2 minutes. Finally, if you still have any doubts, don't hesitate to book a discovery call with Fabienne, our teaching consultant. She'll guide you towards the program that's right for you.
Absolutely! We support children of expat and international families with personalized French lessons, whether it is for a first introduction to the language or academic support. We work with children and parents who attend, for example, Marymount International School, the Swedish high school at Institution Saint-Dominique or the Liceo Español Luis Buñuel. Our lessons are fun, age-appropriate, and tailored to each child's level, helping them make progress in French while building confidence. Classes can take place at home, online, or in a convenient location in Neuilly-sur-Seine.
