Montclair Campus

L’Alliance Montclair Campus

Looking for French language classes in New Jersey? Come learn from the oldest and largest French language and culture organization in the nation. L’Alliance New York’s Montclair, New Jersey campus offers French courses for students of all ages and experience levels. We’ll make sure you get the education you need to learn a new language and experience francophone culture. Because everything sounds better in French!

After taking a placement test to find where your French journey starts, you can find the class that’s right for you. Discover our upcoming session dates here. And when you enroll as a student at L’Alliance, you receive a complimentary 1-year membership, which unlocks even more opportunities to practice your French with like-minded learners at our campuses in New Jersey, New York – and beyond!

Our French classes follow five major proficiency levels set by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF). To progress at a manageable pace, students work through a few sublevels between each major proficiency rank.

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French Courses for Every Experience Level

 

Intro to French

Beginner
(A1)

Advanced Beginner (A2)

Intermediate
(B1)

Advanced
(B2)

Expert (C1/C2)

Hours

20

120

120

120

120

180

Purpose

Essential tools to start learning French

Everyday expressions and common French phrases

Topics relating to everyday life and basic interactions in French

Main points of conversation with a native French speaker

Broadened French language structure and speaking with a degree of fluency

Mastery of the French language

Check out our website for more information on classes, membership, and events.

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Events

L’Alliance New York’s Montclair Campus offers a number of exceptional francophone art & cultural events, including movie screenings, live performances, art exhibitions, and youth educational events.

These events rival the best entertainment and cultural offerings from NYC cinemas, museums, and arts institutions – but L’Alliance events also reinforce a sense of community. By introducing and connecting like-minded people, our members and attendees share an appreciation of cultural beauty. This collective recognition of the value in diverse art and cultural events enriches these experiences – and others like them – throughout the community.

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Join The Montclair Campus of L’Alliance New York Today

For anyone from age 1 to 101 who wants to learn French, immerse themselves in francophone culture, or just enjoy a curated experience in French art, literature, wine, and more, L’Alliance is the place for you. In addition to providing fun French classes, both online and in community-friendly settings, we also offer:

  • Extensive library of French literature with regular live events
  • Culturethèque digital library
  • Special events, including film festivals and the annual Gala Awards
  • A range of membership levels

As a bonus, students enrolled in group or private classes for a week or longer will receive complimentary individual memberships (valued at $99) valid for one year. Memberships are valid at both Montclair and Manhattan campuses. For full member benefits and prices, check out our membership details page!

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If you know some French:

Take our free 10-minute placement test, either online or in person, followed by a one-on-one discussion with a L’Alliance teacher. We’ll help you determine your exact level of proficiency and help you choose a class that’s perfect for you.

Take the Placement Test