Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France
Learn French
in Lyon.
Welcome to Lyon Bleu International, your gateway to French excellence. Discover Lyon — France's gastronomic capital and UNESCO heritage city — while mastering the language since 1999.
1999 Founded 1,500+ Students / year 80 Nationalities 14 Max / class
More than a school.
An experience.
At Lyon Bleu International, learning French is about culture, ambition, and connection. Since 1999 we have welcomed students from over 80 nationalities to the cultural capital of France.
Expert Teachers
Native French-speaking instructors, certified and passionate — each one selected for both their linguistic mastery and their teaching excellence.
UNESCO Heritage City
Study in Lyon — a UNESCO World Heritage site, France's gastronomic capital, where history, culture, and cuisine meet every day.
Small Groups
Maximum 12 students per class ensures personal attention, faster progress, and lasting friendships with fellow learners from 60+ countries.
DELF / DALF Centre
An official accredited examination centre — prepare and sit for all major French certifications with the confidence of our expert teachers.
Flexible Schedules
Morning intensive, afternoon or evening classes — from 1 to 12 weeks. Build a programme that fits your life perfectly.
Total Immersion
Cultural visits, gastronomic tours, language exchanges, and weekend excursions — everything to make your French truly unforgettable.
Find your perfect course.
All levels welcome, every Monday, year-round in the heart of Lyon.
French Courses for Adults
Standard, Intensive, Super Intensive — all levels A1 to C2, tailored to your goals, starting every Monday year-round in Lyon.
French Courses for Teachers
Specialised French language and methodology courses designed for teachers of French as a foreign language at all career stages.
French Exams & Certifications
Prepare and sit for official French language exams — DELF, DALF, TCF, TEF — at our fully accredited examination centre.
French for Groups & Corporate
Tailor-made French programmes for corporate teams, academic delegations and private groups — flexible dates and bespoke content.
They now speak French.
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Shannon Mueller22 August 2026
I spent six weeks of my summer here, and I couldn’t have chosen better. The school was very organized and the staff communicated with all of the students—including me very well. They provide homestay or very affordable housing options in Annecy, which is one of the most beautiful and somewhat expensive areas in France. It’s ideal for nature enthusiasts like me. Their classes are very well organized, and all of the instructors are enthusiastic and care about their students. Although my instructor, Gladys, was newer to teaching, she spent a lot of time trying to tailor the class to all of our interests and really cared about us as students. The school also provides many activities such as weekly drinks, paddle boarding, hiking, visiting the beach and local museums, and city tours to socialize with other students and make you feel welcome. Most of them are free or cost a very small amount. If you can’t make it to Annecy, check out the other locations of this school through France!![]()
Sarah22 August 2026
I took the intensive course, which gave me a perfect mix of school and free time. The teachers were great and overall I had a great time in Annecy!![]()
Guayarmina Esteves Eliasson19 August 2026
It was a unique experience. I loved the French classes and living with a host family. Léandre is the best language teacher I've ever had, fantastic. I feel like I learned a lot. I'll do it again whenever I have the chance.
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María Jiménez Belloch2 August 2026![]()
My son enjoyed so much his stay!!! He wanted to stay longer and he can't wait going back hopefully next year!!![]()
Katia Xylia25 July 2026
A very positive experience with IFALP Annecy. We spent a week in this beautiful city and will cherish the memories. A huge thank you to our teacher, Pascaline Mermoux, for her kindness, patience, and the high quality of her lessons. She made learning French both interesting and fun. I highly recommend this school and Pascaline to anyone who wants to learn French in a beautiful setting.
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Panagiotis Braimis25 July 2026
We had a wonderful week in Annecy. The city is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. A huge thank you to the entire IFALP team, and especially to our teacher, Pascaline Mermoux. She was excellent, very kind, patient, and always ready to help us. The classes were interesting, enjoyable, and very motivating. I highly recommend IFALP Annecy and Pascaline to anyone who wants to learn French in a friendly atmosphere.
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Marina Teixeira11 May 2026
Another excellent experience! The school is very comfortable with modern facilities and the teachers are excellent!
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Knud Trubbach23 April 2026
It was an inspiring week, with a very motivating teacher. Annecy and its surroundings are marvelous. A Bientôt!![]()
Maha Armaly20 April 2026
We just had a great week in Ifalpes. Annecy is a beautiful town with lots to do and see. The school is nicely located a walking distance from the old town and the lake. The administrative process was easy and friendly. Best of all our teacher leandre was excellent. Very engaging, supportive, and encouraging if participation. I learned a lot in one week.![]()
T. T.15 April 2026
A week-long super-intensive course. The classes were excellent, and the group was made up of adults of all ages. The "apero & rando" activity and others they offer are a great way to practice French. The city is very safe and beautiful. I will definitely return.
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Carol Sherman9 April 2026
Hello. I originally booked for 2 weeks but extended for an extra week as really enjoyed the classes. I did one of the more intensive programmes and was assessed as A2 which I believe was a good fit. There were only 7 to 8 students and I liked the challenge of having only French spoken to me. The school is small, friendly and caters to relatively young university students from around the world and to those individuals like me who just want to learn or improve on their French without prepping for any exam. Information prior to the course was good and punctual. The school offered arranging for accommodation as well if that was needed. I would definitely return.![]()
Parvis Jamieson6 April 2026
Excellent school, excellent tuition. I met some lovely people and had great fun. I feel I've progressed quite well, and I'm looking forward to doing another week in the Autumn. Thank you all.![]()
Fernanda Sales4 April 2026
I had a wonderful experience with the teaching method. If your goal is to learn in an applied way, go for it!![]()
Hassan4 April 2026
My training went very well, the team was very responsive, I'm very happy and I plan to return for other certificates or diplomas.
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John Wiebe30 March 2026
Great teachers, Great staff.![]()
Maria Klingenschmid23 March 2026
My week at KLF went well from beginning to end. I was assigned my preferred morning class, which I had requested due to my age (79). The professor was excellent, the material was good, I learned something new, and the group was generally in good spirits! I was in Lyon last year, which was also very satisfactory, and this year I came here because my granddaughter is studying here and I wanted to take advantage of the opportunity. If I stay healthy, I might come again another time. I would absolutely recommend it!
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Christine Harwood16 March 2026
Every year I spent a couple of months learning French at IFALPES in Annecy. I highly recommend the school. The teachers are welcoming and follow the international course. Classes are small and activities are varied and fun and highly engaging. Annecy is a beautiful little town and I love living there.![]()
Sarah Muir2 March 2026
Thank you IFALPEs for another excellent 3 week learning experience. I will be back.![]()
Lisa Jarvis26 January 2026
My weeks at the school were interrupted by work but, what a great school. All of the teachers helpful and kind. There is an air of happy excitement every day. Serious teaching and fun at the same time. Highly recommended![]()
Michael Kantor8 December 2025
Excellent program for learning French. Great teachers. I look forward to coming back for more lessons.
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Haim Levy Rosa8 December 2025
I had an absolutely exceptional experience at the Newdeal French Institute in Bordeaux. The entire team truly deserves five stars for the outstanding quality of their work. The courses are of a very high standard, perfectly structured, and always tailored to my needs. The teachers are excellent: competent, passionate, caring, and genuinely committed to each student's success. I made tremendous progress thanks to them. The administrative team is equally remarkable: extremely responsive, attentive, and always ready to help. They provided me with special attention to all my personal requests and specific needs, which made my stay even more enjoyable and stress-free. I highly recommend Newdeal to anyone wishing to learn French in a professional, welcoming, and dedicated environment. A huge thank you to the whole team!
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Di11 November 2025
Great place to learn and practice French for all levels. I took the B2 class for 1 month and loved it. The school had a friendly, welcoming environment, lessons were engaging and the teachers were really passionate about helping us improve. There was a diverse age range from adolescents to retirees, with a very social atmosphere so made many new friends from all over the world. Annecy is also a beautiful city and has lots of opportunities for hiking, water activities on the lake, and a beautiful old town to explore. Highly recommend.
Lyon Bleu —
25 years of passion
for French.
Founded in 1999 in the heart of Lyon, Lyon Bleu International has grown into one of France's most respected French language schools. As a KLF Group school, we hold the Quality FLE certification and serve as an official DELF / DALF examination centre.
Lyon — UNESCO World Heritage, culinary capital of the world, and one of France's most dynamic cities — is the ideal backdrop for an unforgettable French language journey.
UNESCO heritage, world-class gastronomy, vibrant culture — take a virtual tour of our school and discover everything Lyon has to offer.