French Classes for Kids, High School Students and Adults - Suffolk Park

General Information

For more information and testimonials see below and for kids class excerpt through videos visit: www.facebook.com/easyfrenchwithhelene

For enquiries and bookings contact Helene on Messenger, phone or email (see above)

French classes for all ages – from playful, interactive lessons for children from 3 years old onwards, to structured support for High School students preparing for their exams, and practical, confidence-building classes for adults — there’s something for everyone.

Children’s classes
One word can summarize my children’s classes: “FUN” because children learn best when they play. Together, we do role play, story-telling, puppet shows, songs and lots of funny interactive activities. To support these activities, I use lots of prompts like balls, puppets, games, toy-based cooking utensils, flashcards, etc. Whether your children are new to French or living in a bilingual family, I offer private or group classes tailored to suit their learning style.

High School students’ tutoring classes: face-to-face or online
With many years’ experience supporting students with their French studies for HSC, QCE (QLD Certificate of Education) and IB (International Baccalaureate), I provide support, guidance and formative feedback to help students develop their French skills and build confidence in preparation for their exams.

Together, we practice mock exam papers. We also use role play, podcasts, videos and printed materials to create engaging lessons and make learning fun.

Group or private classes for adults: face-to-face or online
If you’re planning a holiday or moving to France, or have just always wanted to learn French, join my group or private lessons. Together, we set conversation goals where you will see fast improvements.
My aim is to help you rapidly gain the skills and confidence to be able to have a conversation in French, whether you are a beginner or already know some French. You get to guide what we cover in the lessons so it’s enjoyable and relevant to you.

Why learn a second language at an early age?
Research studies show that learning an additional language increases children’s self-confidence, critical thinking, creativity and flexibility of the mind. It improves cognitive skills that will help them at school in reading, writing and maths. Finally, it exposes children from a young age to different cultures opening their mind and fostering tolerance and respect to others.

Young children are happy to try out new sounds and words without fearing embarrassment.  They are naturally better than adults to pick up and mimic different tones, sounds and pronunciations, thus learning to speak a foreign language with a native-like accent.

Testimonials:

Alison Smith, Byron Bay, Australia

Helene had created a great learning environment in her home for the children to learn the language of French.

Helene customizes her classes to the individuals’ age, stage and needs for growth, also offering adult lessons, one on one.

For preschool and primary aged group classes, each lesson is well planned incorporating fun activities, props, role play and music. Learning through play is her specialty. 

My daughter loves attending each week. I highly recommend Helene as a teacher. 

Vicky and Esme Liddle, Suffolk Park, Australia

Helene has been teaching my 9 year old daughter for 2 years.   She loves the classes and is so inspired that she regularly asks for homework! 

Helene is a very, very fun teacher I really like the games we play and the songs we sing. I really, really enjoy her classes cause it’s not listening to a person going on and on. It’s about having fun and trust me it’s very, very fun.

Louica Stradwick, Byron Bay, Australia

Helene tutored me during my final years of high school. She helped me to gain confidence in speaking before I went on an exchange, and helped me to improve my grammatical skills in preparation for my final exams

Helene has a special ability to make the long learning process for an examination enjoyable. She is caring and very dedicated to her work. She always tailored her lessons to fit my specific needs, whether that be practicing speaking or learning cultural perspectives for my written tasks.

Meredith Morschel, Yamba, Australia

I really enjoy my weekly virtual French lesson with Helene (we conduct our lesson online). I have learned a lot over the past year.

Helene designs the lessons so that they build on from the previous week and in a way that supports your progress. We always do a combination of grammar, pronunciation/speaking, and exercises to reinforce the grammar lesson.

Helene uses various techniques to assist the learning process including voice recordings which I listen to and transcribe, a great way to improve listening and writing skills.

Helene’s gentle and supportive teaching style makes it a pleasure to attend ‘class’ every week. I highly recommend Helene if you are keen to learn French.