L’Ecole Parisienne de Langues
French language courses for individuals.
French and English language courses for businesses.
The Philosophy
L’Ecole Parisienne de Langues was created in order to help expats and foreign tourists with their daily life in Paris. Living in France is fascinating, but it’s often difficult to fit in without a proper knowledge of the French language and culture.
The Concept
Here, there are no manuals or exercise books! How do you learn to order a dish at the restaurant? Well, by going to the restaurant!
We encourage a full language immersion. We strive to make the communication conditions in French as real as possible. Far away from classrooms, our classes take place in lively and warm environments that stimulate conversations: public places such as cafés, restaurants or parks, in Parisian hotels, or even inside your company.
We offer numerous activities that will quickly improve your French while having lots of fun!
The Methodology
We offer an easy, playful, and interesting method of teaching of the French language. Our classes are tailor-made in order to serve your needs and linguistic goals that you have set for yourself.
We leverage the most innovative teaching methods, including the co-actional co-cultural method. We are focused on the acquisition of precise language skills in a short period of time. At L’Ecole Parisienne de Langues, you will learn French “by doing” while having fun.
Our teaching puts a focus on using the most current and present-day French language.
Our training actions have been assessed and deemed to comply with the characteristics set out in the “National reference system on the quality of actions contributing to the development of skills”, in the training actions category (L. 6313-1 – 1°).
We received Qualiopi certification in June 2021. You can download it here.
A Unique Teaching Team
We are a close-knit and long-standing team of 15 language teachers. On occasion, we also utilize our network of other trainers, depending on the needs of our customers. Our teachers have degrees in language education and extensive experience in areas like tech, media, marketing, luxury, and hospitality. Many have worked in the marketing, communication, sales, training, customer relations, and legal fields.
Our story
L’Ecole Parisienne de Langues was created by Milena Koralczyk, a passionate of the French language and culture who is fondly in love with the city of Paris. Milena came to France for her studies almost 20 years ago. Her credentials mix Literature and Linguistics. After graduating with a Masters degree from Sorbonne University, Milena drifted away from the didactics of the French language for a while. She dedicated her skills to the advertising industry, where she managed marketing and communication services for nearly 10 years. Her professional career includes various areas, such as technology companies (Weborama) and one of the most important French media groups (Groupe Le Monde). Today, she is mixing her expertise in marketing with her passion for teaching living languages by offering innovative programs for learning French.
Our students’ reviews
Briana Marin
18:05 02 Dec 24
During my brief internship at L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues, I had the opportunity to observe the school’s commitment to language instruction. This school provides a unique opportunity for language learning, blending expert instruction and goals of the individual or group that is being taught. Whether you are looking to learn a new language for personal growth or professional development, I highly recommend this school!
Celine Forbes
01:05 21 Oct 24
We enrolled our children at Ecole Parisienne de Langues to help them communicate with their French family. Finding short-term lessons for children over the summer was proving surprisinly difficult. Thankfully someone recomnended we got in touch with Milena. And I'm glad we found her! She's is very warm, accommodating and passionate! My kids' teacher, Alix, was fantastic! She made learning French fun and enjoyable, engaging them through play and activities. Thank you Ecole Parisienne de Langues for creating such a positive learning space and getting my sons started on their learning journey. They were able to communicate with their cousins, play in French and create wonderful memories.
I can't thank Milena and Alix enough. I would highly recommend their services to anyone who wants to learn French.
I can't thank Milena and Alix enough. I would highly recommend their services to anyone who wants to learn French.
Federica Lettieri
15:07 25 Sep 24
Pour avoir eu la chance de voir de près le fonctionnement de cette école, je peux dire qu’elle est vraiment exceptionnelle! Du sur mesure à 100% avec des progrès garantis en très peu de temps! Je recommande mille fois!
Alessio Prunotto
08:53 04 Jun 24
I took a 15 hours class at a B1-B2 level in a 3 people group. It was really useful, as it allowed me to both engage in conversations and deepen my grammar.
Huge shout-out to our teacher, Cecile, who was always preparing the lessons very accurately and make sure to come up with conversation topics that would be of interest for the whole group, beyond providing exercises and examples to strengthen our grammar skills.
Merci École Parisienne !!
Huge shout-out to our teacher, Cecile, who was always preparing the lessons very accurately and make sure to come up with conversation topics that would be of interest for the whole group, beyond providing exercises and examples to strengthen our grammar skills.
Merci École Parisienne !!
Yalda
13:10 24 May 24
It is an excellent language school. Milena is the best French teacher ever, with very flexible approaches and methodologies depending on your needs. I took 30 hours of French lessons and now I feel that I have made notable progress. It is highly recommended for people who really want to learn real French.
Emir Erdoğan
16:07 13 Mar 24
The pleasant environment of the course makes you feel at home and comfortable. I learned a lot from Milena in such a short time. She really knew my needs and structured the course accordingly and always very kind and friendly 🙂
Erika Dietze
13:15 12 Dec 23
I started my journey to learn French with L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues in 2022, shortly after arriving in Paris. This experience has been nothing short of transformative, thanks largely to my incredible instructor, Milena. From day one, Milena has been instrumental in reshaping my approach to learning. Her teaching methods are engaging, effective, and tailored to individual needs, making the process both enjoyable and highly rewarding.
Despite the constraints of a demanding job and a busy personal schedule, which limited me to just one class per week, the progress I made was remarkable. Milena's expertise not only lies in her language skills but also in her ability to connect on a personal level, making each lesson a joy. Her patience and encouragement played a huge role in boosting my confidence.
One year into my learning journey, I've experienced a significant transformation. I've gone from hesitant attempts to fearlessly engaging in conversations in French. It’s an exhilarating feeling to be able to converse in a language that was once completely foreign to me.
I'm endlessly grateful for the experience I've had at L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues and for Milena's exceptional guidance. Her influence extends beyond language learning; she truly enriches the whole experience. For anyone looking to learn French, either for professional or personal reasons, I cannot recommend this school enough.
Despite the constraints of a demanding job and a busy personal schedule, which limited me to just one class per week, the progress I made was remarkable. Milena's expertise not only lies in her language skills but also in her ability to connect on a personal level, making each lesson a joy. Her patience and encouragement played a huge role in boosting my confidence.
One year into my learning journey, I've experienced a significant transformation. I've gone from hesitant attempts to fearlessly engaging in conversations in French. It’s an exhilarating feeling to be able to converse in a language that was once completely foreign to me.
I'm endlessly grateful for the experience I've had at L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues and for Milena's exceptional guidance. Her influence extends beyond language learning; she truly enriches the whole experience. For anyone looking to learn French, either for professional or personal reasons, I cannot recommend this school enough.
Tjasa Petrovic
14:03 16 Oct 23
The L’Ecole Parisienne de Langues is a really great place not only to learn and improve your French, but also to get closer to French culture.
I studied French with Milena for 7 months as part of my company offer. It was an amazing experience during which my French improved and I gained more confidence in expressing myself in French in my working environment. Each lesson was adapted to my level, my needs, my interests and my way of learning. Milena also shared some tips with me on how to keep improving my French. She is a really good teacher with a great knowledge of French culture, she is super friendly and also very adaptable to work schedule (possible to have live online and/or presential lessons).
It's by far the best experience of learning French!
I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their French skills and is looking for an unforgettable experience!!
I studied French with Milena for 7 months as part of my company offer. It was an amazing experience during which my French improved and I gained more confidence in expressing myself in French in my working environment. Each lesson was adapted to my level, my needs, my interests and my way of learning. Milena also shared some tips with me on how to keep improving my French. She is a really good teacher with a great knowledge of French culture, she is super friendly and also very adaptable to work schedule (possible to have live online and/or presential lessons).
It's by far the best experience of learning French!
I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their French skills and is looking for an unforgettable experience!!
Dagmara Stolc
11:11 12 Oct 23
I had the pleasure of participating in the French course with the school director Milena. The courses were tailored to my interests and needs. I experienced the utmost professionalism, attention to detail and commitment from the professor in preparing each lesson. It was superb and I progressed a lot. I can only recommend L'Ecole Parisienne.
Alix Debon
15:39 05 Sep 23
Ecole Parisienne is by far the best school I have been working in for over 4 years!
Allison Weinberg
04:24 24 Aug 23
My 17 year-old daughter and I had the great pleasure of being able to take 12 hours of classes at l’Ecole Parisienne this July/August 2023 during our 12-day vacation in Paris.
I was a French language and literature major in college and spent several summers living and working in Paris. However, that was almost 30 years ago! I have since forgotten a lot of my French and desperately wanted to take language immersion classes as part of our trip. My daughter has taken 6 years of French at school. Although she was not thrilled about spending any part of her summer vacation in class, she agreed to come along, mostly to avoid an argument!
THE CLASSES WERE FANTASTIC and were the highlight of our entire trip (perhaps tied with The Crazy Horse 😂)! Our instructor Alix was phenomenal. Each 3-hour class felt like 30 minutes because we were having so much fun, and I was sad each time we finished for the day. Alix had a tremendous amount of positive energy. What she taught us was extremely useful. The balance between grammar and speaking was perfect. My daughter commented repeatedly that Alix was by far the best French teacher she has ever had (I hope her school teachers are not reading this…!). And I would agree: that Alix was able to explain the most complicated topics in a very simple and clear manner. Grammar questions we had had for years were finally answered in minutes.
Alix is also a wonderful person, extremely kind and fun to get to know. We were very lucky to have her. I plan to continue classes online with her this fall, and I am already trying to figure out when I can get back to Paris for more classes at the Ecole Parisienne!
A huge thank you to Milena and Alix for putting up with these difficult Americans with a smile! ❤️🥰
I was a French language and literature major in college and spent several summers living and working in Paris. However, that was almost 30 years ago! I have since forgotten a lot of my French and desperately wanted to take language immersion classes as part of our trip. My daughter has taken 6 years of French at school. Although she was not thrilled about spending any part of her summer vacation in class, she agreed to come along, mostly to avoid an argument!
THE CLASSES WERE FANTASTIC and were the highlight of our entire trip (perhaps tied with The Crazy Horse 😂)! Our instructor Alix was phenomenal. Each 3-hour class felt like 30 minutes because we were having so much fun, and I was sad each time we finished for the day. Alix had a tremendous amount of positive energy. What she taught us was extremely useful. The balance between grammar and speaking was perfect. My daughter commented repeatedly that Alix was by far the best French teacher she has ever had (I hope her school teachers are not reading this…!). And I would agree: that Alix was able to explain the most complicated topics in a very simple and clear manner. Grammar questions we had had for years were finally answered in minutes.
Alix is also a wonderful person, extremely kind and fun to get to know. We were very lucky to have her. I plan to continue classes online with her this fall, and I am already trying to figure out when I can get back to Paris for more classes at the Ecole Parisienne!
A huge thank you to Milena and Alix for putting up with these difficult Americans with a smile! ❤️🥰
Irene Piacentini
15:31 28 Jul 23
Amazing school! Professional, competent and friendly teachers, interesting classes tailored to each individual or group.
I couldn't thank Milena enough for the past year - my French improved greatly thanks to her, and we also built a very good personal relationship. There's a lot of different ways to go about learning anew language or improving your skills, and Milena has been able to make each class a fun and interesting experience, integrating grammar, vocabulary, and cultural/historical notions, as well as fun workshops. This is exactly what I needed personally.
Highly recommended!!!
I couldn't thank Milena enough for the past year - my French improved greatly thanks to her, and we also built a very good personal relationship. There's a lot of different ways to go about learning anew language or improving your skills, and Milena has been able to make each class a fun and interesting experience, integrating grammar, vocabulary, and cultural/historical notions, as well as fun workshops. This is exactly what I needed personally.
Highly recommended!!!
Adrian Huber
14:20 07 Jun 23
I had the most incredible experience at Ecole Parisienne de Langues, owned by the wonderful Milena. This language school truly exceeded all my expectations and I cannot recommend it enough. From the moment I started my classes, my French level increased exponentially and quickly, thanks to their innovative and immersive teaching methods.
What sets Ecole Parisienne apart is their unique concept of learning French while having fun and engaging in activities that align with your interests. Gone are the days of boring textbooks and rigid classroom settings. Instead, they create a vibrant and dynamic learning environment by taking their classes to lively and authentic locations like cafes, restaurants, parks, and even Parisian hotels. This not only makes the learning experience more enjoyable but also provides direct interactions with French people, allowing for real-life conversations and cultural immersion.
The methodology employed by Ecole Parisienne is truly exceptional. They have mastered the art of making language learning easy, playful, and interesting. The classes are customized to meet your specific needs and linguistic objectives, ensuring that you make significant progress in a short period of time. Their focus on the acquisition of precise language skills through practical application is remarkable. You don't just learn French theory; you learn by doing, which makes the whole process engaging and enjoyable.
The dedication of the teachers at Ecole Parisienne is evident in their commitment to providing the highest quality of education. They use the most innovative teaching methods, including the co-actional co-cultural approach, which fosters a deeper understanding of the French language and culture. The use of current and present-day French ensures that you learn the language as it is spoken in everyday life.
I was also impressed to learn that Ecole Parisienne de Langues has received the Qualiopi certification in June 2021, and their training actions have been assessed to meet the highest standards of quality. This certification further solidifies their commitment to delivering excellence in language education.
If you're an expat or a foreign tourist looking to enhance your daily life in Paris through learning French, Ecole Parisienne is the place to be. Milena and her team will not only help you master the language but also make your experience in France truly unforgettable. Prepare to have a blast while improving your French skills, and be ready to explore the beautiful city of Paris in the most authentic way possible.
What sets Ecole Parisienne apart is their unique concept of learning French while having fun and engaging in activities that align with your interests. Gone are the days of boring textbooks and rigid classroom settings. Instead, they create a vibrant and dynamic learning environment by taking their classes to lively and authentic locations like cafes, restaurants, parks, and even Parisian hotels. This not only makes the learning experience more enjoyable but also provides direct interactions with French people, allowing for real-life conversations and cultural immersion.
The methodology employed by Ecole Parisienne is truly exceptional. They have mastered the art of making language learning easy, playful, and interesting. The classes are customized to meet your specific needs and linguistic objectives, ensuring that you make significant progress in a short period of time. Their focus on the acquisition of precise language skills through practical application is remarkable. You don't just learn French theory; you learn by doing, which makes the whole process engaging and enjoyable.
The dedication of the teachers at Ecole Parisienne is evident in their commitment to providing the highest quality of education. They use the most innovative teaching methods, including the co-actional co-cultural approach, which fosters a deeper understanding of the French language and culture. The use of current and present-day French ensures that you learn the language as it is spoken in everyday life.
I was also impressed to learn that Ecole Parisienne de Langues has received the Qualiopi certification in June 2021, and their training actions have been assessed to meet the highest standards of quality. This certification further solidifies their commitment to delivering excellence in language education.
If you're an expat or a foreign tourist looking to enhance your daily life in Paris through learning French, Ecole Parisienne is the place to be. Milena and her team will not only help you master the language but also make your experience in France truly unforgettable. Prepare to have a blast while improving your French skills, and be ready to explore the beautiful city of Paris in the most authentic way possible.
Eleonora Galli
20:48 03 May 23
My expérience at L'Ecole Parisienne was delightful.
The staff is really kind, professional and competent. They are always willing to provide you with the best tool to learn. I attended one-to-one lessons and the learning path was tailored to my goals. I found it very effective and my French improved greatly.
I do not hesitate to recommend L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues !
Thank you Milena and Alix!
The staff is really kind, professional and competent. They are always willing to provide you with the best tool to learn. I attended one-to-one lessons and the learning path was tailored to my goals. I found it very effective and my French improved greatly.
I do not hesitate to recommend L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues !
Thank you Milena and Alix!
shailesh mota
09:14 25 Dec 22
I progressed greatly in my spoken french level with L'école Parisienne de langues. The teachers cater to your level and adapt to your language needs. One of the best language learning experience for me so far and I can't wait to get back to improve my french level.
Efe Ejemudaro
17:54 23 Dec 22
c'est une tres bonne experience. The tutor moved at my pace and made me comfortable to express myself in French. Learnt a lot about the french culture and Language. Here's an extra star ⭐️
Maria Dzieduszycka
09:57 01 Dec 22
Des cours sur mesure dans une ambiance très parisienne et très sympa ! Milena a su parfaitement adapter le contenu de ses cours à un niveau C1/C2 - un défi pas évident. Merci !
Marcos Sampaolesi
08:45 08 Aug 22
I've been taking 1 year and a half of Classes in this Ecole as it was included in the compensations package of my enterprise. Very recommend!, method is super flexible and dynamic, highly recommended for workers. And Martine if the best teacher! 🙂
Andrijana IVANOVIC
14:37 01 Jul 22
Best language school and programme i've ever seen/experienced.
Person is truly prepared to live and adapt to french culture, society and learn both grammar and langue quotidienne.
Fun, motivating, and educative. Merci Milena!
Person is truly prepared to live and adapt to french culture, society and learn both grammar and langue quotidienne.
Fun, motivating, and educative. Merci Milena!
Polina Beliakova
09:08 17 Jun 22
I have been living and working with France for about 2 years now. Since the beginning and up until now I have been taking courses with École Parisienne. It has honestly been an amazing experience: on every lesson we learned a lot about culture, history, day-to-day life. For me it was very valuable that we were learning the language while learning tons of things about France. The courses were live and exciting, I was (and am) really looking forward to each one of them. Huge shout-out and thank you to Milena who has been my teacher and friend during this journey. I really recommend learning French with école parisienne if you want not only to get the essential knowledge but to also have fun and learn more about “modern” French & culture.
Klara ZUPANCIC
15:52 21 Dec 21
I came in Paris this year with completely no French language knowledge - thanks to Milena, I was looking forward to every French lesson and I have made a significant progress already in 6 months with her help. 5 stars:)
Stéphanie O'Dea
09:22 10 Mar 21
I've lived in Paris for 9 years and have always been so ashamed of my French level, I was just totally stuck in feeling really bad about the whole thing and totally overwhelmed every time I tried to make progress. I've had so many teachers over the years but never found the right one until NOW. Such an amazing change - I love my lessons and do extra work just for the fun of it, and the positivity and constant work that goes into the classes is amazing. Genuinely can't recommend L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues highly enough.
Renee Spencer
09:55 25 Jun 20
We love L'Ecole Parisienne de Langues! So lucky to have found them.
Excellent choice for learning or improving your french skills. Outstanding instructors. We were matched with 2 teachers who have created interesting lessons that blend french culture and language. You can make great progress by having real world experiences incorporated into your learning process. We have continued our lessons during "la confinement" and the online classes have been equally productive and enjoyable. Highly recommend this school and their programs.
Excellent choice for learning or improving your french skills. Outstanding instructors. We were matched with 2 teachers who have created interesting lessons that blend french culture and language. You can make great progress by having real world experiences incorporated into your learning process. We have continued our lessons during "la confinement" and the online classes have been equally productive and enjoyable. Highly recommend this school and their programs.
Shumin Dai
21:20 17 Jun 20
My French level was not too bad as I have lived in France for many years now. My company offered 1 to 1 classes from Ecole Parisienne so I participated, only did I discovered another level of learning a language. I can honestly say it's not a traditional language school that you learn grammars or vocabulary. The classes are tailored to my needs, a lot of discussions on culture, news, debate of opinions, business, slangs etc. Teaching materials were collected from such a wide variety of resources, from pop musics, newspaper, trendy books to magazines and websites. I look forward to every class because they are simply interesting. This is beyond language training, but culture integration as well as professional training. I recommended it to everyone who have a certain level of language and who determines to become a little bit 'French'.
Jeanne Conry
18:44 05 Feb 20
I have moved part-time to Paris to help my daughter and granddaughter. I want to become comfortable with the French language and independent in my needs. L’Ecole Parisienne is helping me do just that. It is practical, comfortable and engaging. Milena is a great and patient teacher
Elya Assayag
08:36 02 May 18
I've studied French with Milena from l'École Parisienne for two months and it was just perfect! Milena was so professional but also super nice and pleasant at the same time. The material that the school uses are great and very useful. I've learned so much during those months and it was absolutely a great pleasure.
Claire Drayne
07:40 14 Apr 18
Super professeur avec une méthode très dynamique. Très agréable et toujours disponible, j'ai progressé très rapidement sur les objectives que nous nous étions fixés.
Marian Tomaszczuk
09:29 22 Jan 18
Les profs sont sympas et écoutent les besoins des étudiants. J'ai voyagé à Paris pour mes vacances. J'ai pris des cours thématiques, c'était un groupe de 3 personnes de niveau B1-B2. En 15 heures j'ai peut-être appris plus qu'avec 1 an de cours à l'école.
Dorota Lasecka-Pęk
09:10 22 Jan 18
I had 3 months of intensive French learning at L'Ecole Parisienne for professional purposes. A flexible form of education, which is full understanding of my needs. Each lesson implements 100% of themes that I need in my everyday professional life. Fast learning effects.
