GRADE GURUS EXPRESS B2 FRENCH LANGUAGE PROGRAM
All exams, classroom instruction and seminars will be delivered at our beautiful downtown campus, in the heart of the Montreal within walking distance of both Concordia and McGill Universities.
The Express B2 Program is delivered in 450 hours. The program focuses on build oral and listening French Skills. Students in this program are expected to build their French skills through casual use outside of class with assigned tasks and homework to support learning.
Our teachers and staff welcome students from all over the world into a French milieu. Students comfortably ease into our French classes and become immersed in the language and culture, while studying in the second largest French speaking city in the world, Montreal.
Our students learn to communicate and build a repertoire of skills through academic classes, workshops and activities aimed at real life experiences. Our students become prepared to pass their B2 level exam at the end of the program.
Assessment
Students will be assessed and placed according to their French level proficiency.
Classroom
In class, students will benefit from small class sizes with curriculum designed for the international student.
Certification
On location and in class, students will be given exams in accordance with the Ministry of education of Quebec to certify their B2 level of French.
Review & Prep
After program completion, students can opt into a 2 day intensive seminar with a focus on the oral skills needed to successfully engage in job and government related interviews.
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Qualified teachers
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Small class sizes
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Individualized attention
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Curriculum based government program
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B2 level Ministry exam on site – certified
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Extracurricular activities available
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Excursions
THE GRADE GURU DIFFERENCE
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL)
Recognizes familiar words and make simple sentences. Introduces self and answers basic questions.
A1
Understands the main ideas of concrete or abstract topics in a complex text (including technical articles). Communicates with fluency during a conversation with a native speaker, speaking clearly and with detail on a number of subjects. Gives opinion with explanation.
B2
Understands common expressions that relate to self like family, shopping, environment. Uses basic and direct information and communicate with simple words.
A2
Understands a wide range of texts and understands nuances. Expresses self fluently without searching for words. Uses language in a number of contexts including professional, social or academic. Communicates clearly and can support a well-structured argument.
C1
Understands the main points of clear speech on subjects such as work, school, activities. Manages in situations when traveling to countries using the language. Produces simple texts and describes goals, desires and explanations.
B1
Understands easily almost all that is read or heard. Can express self fluently and spontaneously with precise meaning.
C2
