Programmes for Minors
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We are part of a world-wide network of more than 800
Alliances Françaises sharing the same mission since 1883:
promoting French language, culture and cross cultural links.
Since 1922, the Dublin branch has become the 2nd largest
in Europe and ranks in the top 20 worldwide. We are a
non-profit organisation and a Registered Irish Charity.
A reference for learning:
- Native-French teachers, qualified and Garda-vetted
- Small groups to guarantee the best learning experience
- A communicative approach ensures that every child
is given ample opportunity to actually speak French - Official French Diplomas like DELF Prim & Junior,
recognised internationally and valid for life - Fun & Education camps very School Holiday
- Field Trips for Primary & Seconday Schools
- In-school tuition during school hours or after-school
An immersive experience:
- Iconic listed premises in the heart of the city centre
- A hub for a vibrant Francophile Community
- A rich cultural program all year round including
events specially designed for children & teenagers - The multimedia French Library with onsite & online
ressources and activities for the whole family - The Alliance Française Membership which includes
privileged discounts, access to events and competitions
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- Secured, yearly registration with 2 terms
- Annual Calendar aligned with the Irish Primary & Secondary School
- New schedule with more timeslots including weekdays
- New progression adapted to development and needs of 2 to 18 years old
- New content with the latest innovative methods and custom-made materials*
- New Bilingual Section from the age of 3
- Project-based approach and pedagogy to motivate at all levels
- End-of-year celebration with the presentation of the class projects
- AF Bundle that includes Membership and a notebook
* Curriculum developed in collaboration with Cloe Rolin, a consultant from Frenchminded Limited
Register for the whole year and get a 10% discount on the 2nd term! To avail of the offer, contact info@alliance-francaise.ie or book in person at Reception.
10% discount for the 2nd member of the same family
Holidays: All our classes for minors are aligned with the Irish Primary & Secondary Schools calendar, meaning there are no classes when School is out. Instead, we offer fun and structured holiday camps.
Sep (children & teens) | Oct (children & teens) | Nov (children & teens) | Dec (children & teens) | Jan (children & teens) | Feb (children & teens) | Mar (children & teens) | Apr (children & teens) | May (children* & teens) | Jun (children* only) | |
Wednesday | 11, 18, 25 | 2, 9, 16, 23 | 6, 13, 20, 27 | 4, 11, 18 | 8, 15, 22, 29 | 5, 12, 26 | 5, 12, 19, 26 | 2, 9, 30 | 7, 14, 21*, 28* | 4*, 11* |
Thursday | 12, 19, 26 | 3, 10, 17, 24 | 7, 14, 21, 28 | 5, 12, 19 | 9, 16, 23, 30 | 6, 13, 27 | 6, 13, 20, 27 | 3, 10 | 1, 8, 15, 22*, 29* | 5*, 12* |
Friday | 13, 20, 27 | 4, 11, 18, 25 | 8, 15, 22, 29 | 6, 13, 20 | 10, 17, 24, 31 | 7, 14, 28 | 7, 14, 21, 28 | 4, 11 | 2, 9, 16, 23*, 30* | 6*, 13* |
Saturday | 14, 21, 28 | 5, 19, 26 | 9, 16, 23, 30 | 7, 14, 21 | 11, 18, 25 | 1, 8, 15 | 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 5, 12, 26 | 3, 10, 17, 24*, 31* | 7*, 14*, |
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Meet Gaston le Pigeon, the mascot of our new programme for minors!
He’s coming from Maison des Langues in Paris and will be with us at our Open Day on Saturday 31st August from 10am to 4pm. Follow his journey on our social media!
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Fun and structured programmes every school break
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Cover any topics or specific needs in a one-to-one format
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French Official Diplomas designed for Children & Teenagers