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Homestay in France - Learn French in the Loire Valley

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Le Poyenval French Language School, Western Loire:
Le Poyenval is an old-style house near Bazoges-en-Pareds in the Vendée region of France.

We believe this to be the ideal location to improve your French in quiet and comfortable surroundings.

There are many things to see and do in the surrounding area, many great restaurants in which to sample French cuisine and wine - a great place in which to study, or visit!

There are attractions such as the coastline and sandy beaches at Les Sables d’Olonne, towns like La Rochelle with excellent dining (especially if you like seafood), and the fascinating waterways of the Marais Poitevin all within easy reach.

The Vendee weather is wonderful, and photographers and artists can enjoy the countryside with its varied and stunning scenery. The area is ideal for walking, cycling, golf, fishing or horse riding. The picturesque sea shore of the French Atlantic coastline, with its excellent beaches, is within easy reach by car and there is boating on the inland waterways of the Marais Poitevin.

Courses:

Residential (Home-stay) French Language Courses for individuals and small groups, families, with emphasis on listening and conversation

Our key to success:

Our language courses are suitable for all levels of ability - from beginner through to fluent.

We encourage active student participation in all aspects.

One-to-one tuition from native speakers is available every day for all students.

Students gain an increased understanding of French culture and current affairs.

Teaching covers conversation, grammar, business and professional aspects of French.

Accomodation:

Accommodation and meals are provided with us in the comfortable setting of Le Poyenval helping you to absorb the language and French atmosphere throughout the duration of your course.

We are well equipped with all the facilities necessary to make your stay both successful and comfortable.

Chambre d'hôte (B&B) accommodation is available for partners and families of those attending our courses at additional cost, if required.

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Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2022-05-02 were from:

USA; San Francisco, USA; Yorkshire, UK / GB; and more.
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