French - Day and Evening


Reminder: Advanced registration and payment is required.


Classes are listed below. Some classes are in person and some are on Zoom. Please note location for each course below.


French: Beginner, Part 1 - Evening - on Zoom
Let us start from scratch! This Zoom class is for people who have no experience of French but would like to start building foundation and become familiar with the practical, everyday usage. Along the way, we will explore aspects of French culture and history to tantalize those considering a visit to France. Instructor Nancy Maxwell was a teacher and school counselor in Switzerland for over 20 years and traveled extensively in Europe, particularly France. Makeup date, if needed, is 12/15.

8 Sessions (12 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Mon., 10/20, 27; 11/3, 10, 17, 24; 12/1, 8 from 5:20 to 6:50 p.m. on Zoom.


French: Beginner, Part 1 - Evening - in Person
For people with no or very little knowledge of French who would like to build a solid learning foundation of the language for travel, business, culture . . . Students will discover how English and French are similar in their structure and vocabulary.  Text is Learn French the Fast and Fun Way (Barron's 4th Edition. ISBN-10: 1438074948 or ISBN-13: 978-1438074948). Focus will be on learning alphabet (Pronunciation) and numbers, listening, written comprehension and short conversation related to everyday life situations with native speaker, Jean Vianes, who formerly worked for IBM in France and the U.S. and is now teaching and tutoring French.

8 Sessions (12 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Wed., 9/24; 10/8, 15, 22; 11/12, 19; 12/3, 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. No class: 10/1, 29; 11/5, 26.


French: Beginner, Part 2 - Evening - in Person
A continuation of Part 1 from Fall. For people with no or very little knowledge of French who would like to build a solid learning foundation of the language for travel, business, culture. . . Newcomers are welcome. The students will acquire essential vocabulary, become familiar with the simplest rules of grammar and conjugation while studying short texts and visuals illustrating the habits of French i.e. site visits or local activities. Text is Learn French the Fast and Fun Way (Barron's 4th Edition. ISBN-10: 1438074948 or ISBN-13: 978-1438074948). Focus will be on comprehension, pronunciation, interactions with questions / answers conversations related to everyday life situations with native speaker, Jean Vianes, who formerly worked for IBM in France and the U.S. and is now teaching and tutoring French.

8 Sessions (12 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Next session starts Winter 2026 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. Call or check back for dates.


French: Beginner, Part 3 - Evening - in Person
For people with very little knowledge of French who would like to build a solid learning foundation of the language for travel, business, culture. . . Newcomers are welcome. The students will progress in the discovery and understanding of the language. Text is Learn French the Fast and Fun Way (Barron's 4th Edition. ISBN-10: 1438074948 or ISBN-13: 978-1438074948). Focus will be on studying script of events and associated video, the comprehension of these events, conversational exchanges, expressing yourself when visiting a francophone country, with native speaker, Jean Vianes, who formerly worked for IBM in France and the U.S. and is now teaching and tutoring French.

8 Sessions (12 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Next session starts Spring 2026 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. Call or check back for dates. 


French: Advanced Beginner - Evening - In Person
The course is designed for people who have completed French Beginner, Parts 1, 2 and 3. Newcomers with equivalent knowledge (A1/2-FLE) are welcome. Students will consolidate already acquired vocabulary and strengthen the way they can express themselves. Each session will encompass discussion (s) between the attendees themselves and the speaker. Topics covered will be linked to daily life matters, history, geography, books, tourism, health, shopping, etc. There will be references in the classes to grammar, spelling, and conjugation. The idea is to bring all students closer to fluency in speech. Text is Learn French the Fast and Fun Way (Barron's 4th Edition. ISBN-10: 1438074948 or ISBN-13: 978-1438074948).   Instructor is native speaker, Jean Vianes, who formerly worked for IBM in France and the U.S. and is now teaching and tutoring French.

8 Sessions (12 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Mon., 9/29; 10/6, 20; 11/10, 17, 24; 12/1, 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. No class: 10/13, 27; 11/3.


French: Intermediate, Part 1 - Evening - In Person
The course is designed for people who have completed Advanced Beginner classes. Newcomers with equivalent knowledge (A1/2-FLE) are welcome. Students will consolidate already acquired vocabulary and strengthen the way they can express themselves. Each session will encompass discussion(s) between the attendees themselves and the speaker. Topics covered will be linked to daily life matters, history, geography, books, tourism, health, shopping, etc. There will be references in the classes to grammar, spelling, expressions and conjugation. The idea is to bring all students closer to fluency in speech. Text is Learn French the Fast and Fun Way (Barron's 4th Edition. ISBN-10: 1438074948 or ISBN-13: 978-1438074948).   Instructor is native speaker, Jean Vianes, who formerly worked for IBM in France and the U.S. and is now teaching and tutoring French.

8 Sessions (12 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Next session starts Winter  2026 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. Call or check back for dates. 


French: Intermediate, Part 2 - Evening - In Person
The course is designed for people who have completed French Intermediate Part 1. Newcomers with equivalent knowledge (A2-FLE) are welcome. Students will consolidate already acquired vocabulary and strengthen the way they can express themselves. Each session will encompass discussion(s) between the attendees themselves and the speaker. Topics covered will be linked to daily life matters, history, geography, books, tourism, health, shopping, shows, etc. There will still be references in the classes to grammar, spelling, expressions, and conjugation. Instructor is native speaker, Jean Vianes, who formerly worked for IBM in France and the U.S. and is now teaching and tutoring French.