Learn French from the experts 

Open a world of opportunity by learning French with the best

Whatever your goals and dreams, put your learning in our expert hands. With nearly 130 years' experience, we are the oldest and most trusted French language school in Sydney, and the only one to cater to all your French needs under one roof. 



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Why learn French over any other language? 


A vibrant cultural calendar


There is always something exciting happening in the Francophone world: the French Open Tournament, the Tour de France, the Cannes Film Festival and more. Did you know that French is also the official language of the Olympics coming to Paris in July? Whatever your interests or hobbies, there's something French for you to enjoy. 

A top tourist destination


More than 75 millions tourists visited France in 2022. If you also feel the pull to discover City of Light (or Love), marvel at the impressive châteaux or wish to bask in the sun on the South's Mediterranean beaches, be sure to learn French and gain a whole new level of appreciation during your next trip. 

Cultural Richness


Knowing French will unlock an even deeper appreciation of culture - particularly of France's renowned cinema, gastronomy and theatre - as you experience it in its intended form and enjoy the subtleties that can get lost in translation.

A fast-growing language 


French is spoken across all seven continents, is the official language in 29 countries, and is spoken in another 24 countries as a second official language. With the number of French-speaking African communities on the rise, it is estimated that 700 million people will be speaking French in 2050! After English, French is the most-learned language in the world. 

Is it difficult to learn French?

While learning French certainly requires effort and discipline, you might be surprised by the amount of French you already know, simply because you speak English. Nearly 30% of words in English are of French origin, and many others closely resemble French words because of their shared Latin heritage. 

At Alliance Française de Sydney, we are experts in helping you overcome any challenges or hiccups you may encounter during your language-learning journey, giving you the confidence and the practical skills to live your best French life.

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How long does it take to learn French?

You are generally considered an independent and competent user of a language when you reach a B2 level. If you take our courses, steadily progressing from an absolute beginner to a confident user of French would take you just shy of 3 years.

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Can you learn French effectively online?

Many apps and podcasts promise to help you learn French online quickly, easily - and for free. While these tools can certainly help you rote learn vocabulary and complete grammar exercises, there really is no substitute for the personalised support and individualised feedback that comes from learning with a French teacher.

Our award-winning online learning model is proven to be a very effective way to learn French online. In our live classes, you'll be guided to achieving your learning objectives, immersed in French and will enjoy speaking French in meaningful and authentic interactions from day one. 

We have a purpose-built learning portal to help facilitate interactions between you, your teacher and your peers, and exclusive deals with French learning apps which offer the perfect support tool for those looking for a little something extra.

With all of this, you can be sure that - yes, it is possible to thrive learning French online.

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What are some ways to fast-track my progress?

Throughout your learning journey, give yourself every opportunity to be immersed in French. This will help you expand your vocabulary, develop an ear for the accent, and increase your confidence. There's so much you can do, so why not: 

Enjoy the leisure and learning materials in our Media Centre
Revel in the finest of French cinema at our French Film Festival
Tune into French radio or listen to some curated French music playlists
Connect with our large Francophone and Francophile community at events
Complement your learning with some apps to revise course content