Are you thinking of enrolling at CILFA soon to learn French? The students in the B2 group have some tips to help you settle in Annecy and make the most of your time at our school!

Accommodation and practical information

Normally, [in Annecy], you can often use the bus, but there’s no underground like in big cities. So you need to be careful when choosing accommodation. In my opinion, it’s best to look for accommodation close to your school. It’ll be easier to get there. […] If you’re staying in a flat far from the school, it’s best to hire a bike. I’d say Annecy is a ‘cycling town’. Lots of people use bikes, and it’s a handy way to get to lots of places.

Kazuko, Japan

I’d like to offer some advice to prospective students to help them settle in more easily in Annecy. The best thing about my time here has been my flatmate, who speaks French with me and has introduced me to her friends and neighbours. I’d advise you to get to know […] the locals, who can show you what life in Annecy is really like, the restaurants where the French eat, Savoyard dishes and the culture of Haute-Savoie.

Jenny, United States

Studying at CILFA

I’d advise you to learn French at CILFA because you’ll receive the very best teaching there. It’s a school where all the teachers are like diamonds. […] CILFA was like a second home to me. I had a wonderful time there. […] That’s why, if I were in your shoes, I’d choose this school.

Olesya, Russia

I’d like to share my experience at CILFA to offer some advice to future students. […] First of all, the school is the perfect size for me as there are a maximum of 12 students per class, which makes it easier to get involved and practise the language. What’s more, we have plenty of opportunities to improve our French outside the classroom. For example, every Tuesday and Thursday, we spend the break with all the students and teachers at CILFA, having a coffee or a tea. In my opinion, this is a great opportunity to get to know students from other groups. Furthermore, I’d advise you to take part in the afternoon activities to explore the town of Annecy. CILFA organises lots of interesting activities for its students.

Chiaki, Japan

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Discover more testimonials from former students of CILFA

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Read “Perspectives on France”, another article by CILFA students

Read “Living in Annecy”, another article by students from CILFA