Question 1

WHY SHOULD I JOIN A GROUP CLASS?

Accepted Answer

🎯 Level-specific learning: Each group is organized by level (A0–B2), so you get targeted practice
🧑‍🏫 Native, experienced teacher: I bring 10+ years of global teaching experience to every session
🌐 Online & accessible: Join from anywhere! All you need is Zoom and a love of learning
👥 Small groups: Max 6 students for plenty of speaking time and personalized attention
🎉 Convivial atmosphere: Games, breakout rooms, and real conversation, learning French can be fun!

Question 2

WHAT IS THE DURATION OF A CLASS?

Accepted Answer

Our most typical group class format meets once a week for 2 hours over 8 weeks.

🕡 Class times: Between 6:30 PM and 8:30 PM Bangkok time
🕑 That’s:
Lunch break in the UK
Evening in China & Southeast Asia
Early morning in the US (for motivated New Yorkers!)

No matter where you are, there's a time slot that can work for you.

Question 3

WHEN ARE THE CLASSES?

Accepted Answer

The group classes are held all year long. Please check the specific dates under the class you wish to enroll for.

Question 4

WHAT IF I'M IN BETWEEN LEVELS, OR UNSURE WHAT MY LEVEL IS?

Accepted Answer

No worries, to accurately determine what your level is before signing up for class, take our online placement test.

Question 5

WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE AREN'T ENOUGH PEOPLE IN MY GROUP CLASS?

Accepted Answer

In the event of low enrollment for a group class (less than 3 people), we might reschedule the class to a later start date. In this case, students will have the option to transfer their credit to a different class, or to get a refund if the new dates do not fit their schedule.

Question 6

WHAT HAPPENS IF I SIGN UP FOR A CLASS BUT WANT TO CHANGE OR CANCEL IT?

Accepted Answer

As of January 1, 2025: You can request a refund or transfer your registration to another group class at no cost up to seven (7) days prior to your course start date.

After this date, a refund is not possible under any circumstances.

Question 7

A GROUP CLASS IS MARKED AS FULL CAN I STILL SIGN UP?

Accepted Answer

No. However, you can be added to a wait list and you’ll be notified if a spot becomes available, but we strongly encourage you to find another option that works for you.

Question 8

I SEE A CLASS THAT WORKS WELL FOR MY SCHEDULE, BUT IT HAS ALREADY STARTED. CAN I STILL JOIN IT?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it’s definitely possible to join a class that has already started, if you join us within the first 3 weeks! 
As soon as we receive your registration, we’ll send you all the necessary info as well as a summary of the lesson(s) you missed so you can get caught up.

Question 9

CAN MY GROUP CLASS TUITION BE APPLIED TO PRIVATE LESSONS?

Accepted Answer

Under no circumstances can a group class credit be used towards private lessons. If you would like to sign up for private lessons in addition to group classes, you must pay the additional fee.

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