Paris is the lively capital of France and home to some of the best French language schools. As a student looking to study French in Paris, be ready for the inconsistent weather, the busy streets and the gorgeous al fresco Parisian cafes. No matter where your school is located, you will likely be within a short commute of any iconic landmarks in this romantic capital.
Schools on this page have been selected based on client reviews from independent sites, popularity (research of annual student intake), and appeal to different student types and budgets. Poorly rated schools have been discarded.
Every language school on this page has been personally visited by me. I’ve inspected the classrooms, facilities, and spoken with students and staff. My reviews reflect my honest opinion. I never accept money from schools. If you book through a link on this site, LingoTraveller may earn a commission from LanguageCourse.net, and you’ll pay less than booking directly with the school. Win-win. Click on the schools to see my detailed review and YouTube video of each school visit.
1 L’Atelier 9 Paris Full Review
The good
- It is a very small school so all teachers and staff know the students personally and more intimately.
- A school focussed mainly on communication and encouraging speaking
- The school is inclusive and students are free to be themselves at this school.
- No extra fees (no admin or course material fees)
The bad
- Very underdeveloped technologically.
- Very limited course range.
- They are not officially accredited.
Ideal for introverted students that want a school with a family dynamic.
L’Atelier 9 is most definitely a unique school. It is located in a typical French apartment, in the trendy Faubourg-Montmartre Quarter.
I recommend this school to students aged 23+ who want to be in a fantastic location but also want to be in a homey, family environment with a small number of people they can get to know individually and personally.
| Rating of former students | 4.4 (286 ratings) |
| Class size | Lingo Traveller rating: Very Small Max. 10 students in Standard French course |
| Diversity of nationalities | Lingo Traveller rating: Excellent diversity No nationality more than 15%. |
| Accreditations | n/a |
| Price | |
| Standard Group course 20 lessons/week: 50min/lesson | 1 week: €350 3 weeks: €940 |
| Additional fees | Inscription fee: none Course material fee: none |
| Price Level – Standard Group course (based on 3 weeks incl. all fees) | €18.80 per 60 minute tuition |
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2 Les ateliers FL Paris Full Review
The good
- Amazing facilities (multiple communal lounges, a courtyard and rooftop terrace).
- Access to networking with French creative writing students .
- Great range of courses.
The bad
- Change over between incoming students and graduating students can be quite hectic.
Ideal for students who want to mix with native French students.
Les ateliers FL is in the Batignolles district, an excellent location for exploring all of Paris. The school building is extremely large, with five different floors, but students from the French creative writing school share some of the floors.
If you are looking for a dynamic and personable school with a large student population and a proven track record, then this is the perfect school for you.
| Rating of former students | 4.4 (80 reviews) |
| Class size | Lingo Traveller rating: Average/Very Large Max. 14 students in a.m. Standard French course/Max. 18 students in p.m. Standard French course |
| Diversity of nationalities | Lingo Traveller rating: No percentages given Top nationalities: all nationalities are equal |
| Accreditations | Label Qualité FLE, IALC, FLE.FR, ALTO, FIPF, CCIP, ATOUT France, Campus France, Detadock, CSN, Bildungsurlaub |
| Price | |
| Standard Group course 20 lessons/week: 45min/lesson | 1 week: €370 3 weeks: €1110 |
| Additional fees | Inscription fee: €80 Course material fee: none |
| Price Level – Standard Group course (based on 3 weeks incl. all fees) | €26.40 per 60 minute tuition |
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3 Bayswater Paris Full Review
The good
- Great on-site facilities.
- Students share the building with other students from different schools (networking opportunities)
The bad
- Limited range of courses.
Ideal for students who are passionate about giving back to a social cause.
Bayswater is just a quick walk from the Seine, on the Paris’ Left Bank. It is founded on the same values as other Bayswater schools and as such it is an excellent school for students seeking a community and who are passionate about social causes.
I recommend this school to young adults and mature adults who want to be in a fantastic location, in the hustle and bustle of Paris, and wanting to get involved in the community.
| Rating of former students | 4.4 (78 ratings) |
| Class size | Lingo Traveller rating: Average Max. 15 students in Standard French course |
| Diversity of nationalities | Lingo Traveller rating: Good diversity No nationality more than 18% |
| Accreditations | Quality FLE, Qualiopi |
| Price | |
| Standard Group course 20 lessons/week: 45min/lesson | 1 week: €252 3 weeks: €754 |
| Additional fees | Inscription fee: €85 Course material fee: €6/week |
| Price Level – Standard Group course (based on 3 weeks incl. all fees) | €19.00 per 60 minute tuition |
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4 Language Studies International Paris Full Review
The good
- Very modern school and technologically advanced
- A wide range of unique courses.
- Small student intake.
- Perfect location for exploring all of Paris (4th arrondissement)
The bad
- Infrequent social activities
- High maximum class size.
Ideal for students searching for a wide range of unique courses.
LSI Paris is located in the 4th arrondissement, within walking distance of the first to the fifth arrondissements.
The ideal student here is said to be serious about improving their French language skills and not just in Paris for tourism, so if you fit that category, this may be the school for you!
| Rating of former students | 4.4 (107 ratings) |
| Class size | Lingo Traveller rating: Large Max. 16 students |
| Diversity of nationalities | Lingo Traveller rating: Excellent diversity No nationality more than 10% |
| Accreditations | Quality FLE, Bildungsurlaub, Exam Centre for TEF |
| Price | |
| Standard Group course 20 lessons/week: 50min/lesson | 1 week: €400 3 weeks: €1200 |
| Additional fees | Inscription fee: €105 Course material fee: none |
| Price Level – Standard Group course (based on 3 weeks incl. all fees) | €26.10 per 60 minute tuition |
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5 Elfe (École de Langue Française) Paris Full Review
The good
- Modern but rustic aesthetic in a historic building (with a protected WWII wall).
- Very diverse study body, no nationality makes up more than 10% of the students.
- Extensive range of unique courses, i.e. General French course combined with food, art or wine.
The bad
- One of the most expensive schools in Paris.
Ideal for students who want personalised attention.
Elfe is a small school in a beautifully renovated, sizeable building in the 2nd arrondissement. It is arguably in one of the best locations in Paris.
If you are a mature student (25+) who would like to be surrounded by like-minded individuals, this would be your ideal school.
| Rating of former students | 4.0 (30 ratings) |
| Class size | Lingo Traveller rating: Very Small/Average Max. 10 students in Standard French course/Max. 15 students in French Au Pair course |
| Diversity of nationalities | Lingo Traveller rating: Excellent diversity No nationality more than 10% |
| Accreditations | Label Qualite FLE, Qualiopi |
| Price | |
| Standard Group course 15 lessons/week: 60min/lesson | 1 week: €450 3 weeks: €1350 |
| Additional fees | Inscription fee: €90 Course material fee: €30 |
| Price Level – Standard Group course (based on 3 weeks incl. all fees) | €32.70 per 60 minute tuition |
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6 EF International Language Centre Paris Full Review
The good
- Amazing facilities and amenities.
- Unique activities on the social programme.
- Dedicated student residences for underaged students (16-17) and 18+ also.
The bad
- One of the most expensive schools in Paris.
- Not a large range of courses.
Ideal for students looking for an upscale school with high end amenities.
Located in the heart of Paris, EF Paris does not disappoint.
If you are a student with the financial means, would love the experience of unique cultural immersion (in and outside of lessons), and are able to handle a city as big as Paris without becoming overwhelmed, EF may be the school for you.
| Rating of former students | Insufficient independent student ratings online at time of publication. |
| Class size | Lingo Traveller rating: Very Large Max. 17 students |
| Diversity of nationalities | Lingo Traveller rating: Average diversity No nationality more than 20%. |
| Accreditations | Eaquals, Label FLE |
| Price | |
| Standard Group course 26 lessons/week: 40min/lesson | 1 week: €600 3 weeks: €1800 |
| Additional fees | Inscription fee: €150 Course material fee: €55 |
| Price Level – Standard Group course (based on 3 weeks incl. all fees) | €38.60 per 60 minute tuition |
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7 IS-DBA Paris Full Review
The good
- Amazing views of Paris and the Eiffel Tower from many different classrooms.
- They offer a free lesson for students to “try before they buy”.
- Very affordable, the cheapest rates for French language schools in Paris.
The bad
- They do not have any official accreditations.
- They were only founded in 2019 so lack experience.
- Very large class sizes.
Ideal for students who are on a strict budget and want a very affordable school.
IS-DBA Paris is located in an 11-storey business building in the financial district of Montparnasse, this is a relatively new language school.
If you are a student already based in Paris who likes to “try before you buy” and are looking for a very affordable language school, IS-DBA would be perfect for you.
| Rating of former students | Insufficient independent student ratings online at time of publication. |
| Class size | Lingo Traveller rating: Very large Max. 18 students |
| Diversity of nationalities | Lingo Traveller rating: Very little diversity No nationality more than 65%. Top nationality: Korean |
| Accreditations | none |
| Price | |
| Standard Group course 20 lessons/week: 60min/lesson | 1 week: €75 3 weeks: €225 |
| Additional fees | Inscription fee: €100 Course material fee: none |
| Price Level – Standard Group course (based on 3 weeks incl. all fees) | €5.40 per 60 minute tuition |
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