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Paul spent two weeks with us in Lyon on a language immersion program and is sharing his impressions with you here. Together with Paul, we visited the memorial to the children of Izieu, which commemorates a tragic event in Lyon’s history. Paul and Lolo on a bike ride through Lyon French language homestay – April 17–30, 2026 Paul's review: Thank you so much for this wonderful stay in French and for all your tips. You really helped me improve my French. I truly enjoyed getting t

A language study trip with a host family is an experience like no other. First of all, it is a human experience made up of encounters and cultural differences. It requires an open mind on the part of both, the student and the teacher's family. If you're ready for it, it's the best way to learn and dare to speak, in a friendly and supportive environment. Do like Silvia, take the plunge! Silvia and I, Croix-Rousse Language study trip with a host family for Silvia - March 14 to

Here is the testimony of Mimie, who came back to us and visited us 6 years after her first language stay with us! This time again we spend a few days in Lyon and a short trip through the Ardèche, to our great delight. Kickass and Mimie at breakfast Mimie's language stay - from February 28 to March 7, 2026 Mimie's Testimony: I absolutely loved my language stay with Hélène and Lolo, and of course the unmissable Kickass. You have found the perfect balance between my interests an

You have to take a French exam? Do like Emmy to prepare for A-Level. Strengthen your skills and confidence before the exams with a language stay in my family: Emmy, during class Emmy's Immersion Stay - December 15-21, 2025 Testimonial from Juliet, Emmy's mother: Bonjour, My daughter spent a wonderful week with Hélène in December 2025 and we are very grateful for her patience, enthusiasm and energy in helping boost Emmy’s confidence in speaking and writing for her French A- le

Alan spent a week with us in November for a French immersion course! Here he shares his impressions with you: Alan and me, on Alan's birthday =) French immersion course for Alan - November 1 to 7, 2025 Alan's testimonial: I loved my stay with Hélène and Laurent in Lyon. Everything was perfect. I had my own private room with a study and private bath. The two-story penthouse apartment is situated on a quiet residential street with easy access to the Tram and the city. The immer

This summer, 17-year-old Melanie, who is of Cuban-Canadian descent, visited Lyon with her parents. She chose a language immersion program that included French conversation classes and guided tours of Lyon. Jeannete, her mother, tells you all about it: Melanie on her way to the Basilica of Fourvière French language immersion program for Melanie – July 21–25, 2025 Testimonial from Jeannete, Melanie's mother: Lyon’s inmersión experience was amazing. The city is gorgeous and vibr