Small class sizes
6 to 8 students per class, maximum 10
Good nationality mix
alpha.b welcomes students from 15 to 20 different nationalities
Varied choice of courses
Continuous, intensive, individual, exam preparation, 30+, 50+, French for teachers…
Highly qualified teachers
Your teachers are passionate with French language and culture
Unique location in the heart of Nice
alpha.b is located at only 2 minutes walking from the tramway station and at 10 minutes from the beach
Accommodation service managed by the school
with French host families (half board or self-catering), residences, hotel or in shared students flats
Culture and leisures activities
during afternoons and weekends (optional)
National and international credentials
Only school in Nice with 3 quality labels : Label qualité FLE, Eaquals, IALC
What our students say about us
For me alpha.b was the perfect school for my language stay in Nice. The lovely villa is located in the heart of the city with modern equipement and a nice garden. We work in small group classes, with adult students and different nationalities, in a very pleasant and a family atmosphere. All the teachers are very helpful and professional – with also a very good backstage team ! Always kind and flexible. Thank you so much !
The main reason why I chose alpha.b was that they could guarantee a class for students aged 30+ only. The lessons are well structured and very lively. Our teacher Jean-Philippe is great! I really feel that he loves to teach and I’ve already improved a lot. Alpha.b offers different after school activities. I’ve been to the cheese and wine tasting yesterday, which was very interesting but great fun too. I’m really enjoying my time here in Nice and can highly recommend alpha.b to all 30+ students.
Alpha.b does not only have a great personnel, good courses and have engaged teachers but also provides sufficient information and guided tours of Nice, Monaco and more, like salsa dancing or have a crepe-party ! It does not matter if you don’t know any French at all or if you want to improve your current French skills, Alpha.b will help you and provide you with the tools you need.
When I came to alpha.b last summer for 7 weeks in July and August, I discovered a new way of learning French. The teachers were really passionate and inspiring. I came back in April to prepare for my exams. Will I be back again ? Of course les copains !
FAQ
When can I start with the course?
Our courses start every Monday.
On the first day you will take a test and then on Tuesday you will be placed in the appropriate level.
What will be my timetable?
For the continuous French, the lessons take place from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12.20 (or in high season your course can be from 4.15pm to 7.30 pm).
For the intensive French, the lessons take place from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12.20 and 3 afternoons from 1.15 pm to 4 pm.
Why should I choose alpha.b?
Alpha.b is known as one of the best schools in France and the only school in France to offer an intensive 30+ French course.
Alpha.b is also approved by three of the most important national and international organizations for French language courses.
Alpha.b was founded in 1993 and is still a family run, private and independent school with the same administration and teaching staff for many years.
We are situated in the very town center and can offer premises with air condition, free WIFI access in the whole school building and a private garden.
What can I do in my free time?
Nice offers so much to do and to see! Alpha.b organizes a varied weekly activity program where you can learn more about the French lifestyle, the culture and the local gastronomy.
You have the chance to visit stunning places around Nice like Cannes, Monaco, Antibes, Eze, St. Paul de Vence and many others.
Join one of our food tastings or your class for an evening in an authentic restaurant. Nice offers 300 sunny days a year, a 7 km long beach and a beautiful hinterland.
What type of accommodation can alpha.b offer?
We have our own in house accommodation service and offer accommodation with French host families, with half board or self-catering, two and four star residences, hotels or shared flats.
