French for Professionals

Catherine is an amazing tutor. Lessons were clear and educational but also good fun. Thanks to her my French has improved exponentially and it didn’t feel like a chore to study! Couldn’t recommend her enough!!

I just wanted to thank you for all you help with our daughter's A level preparation- We are delighted to say she got an A* in French and is off to Cambridge in October. I know she feels the work she did with you was invaluable and she really enjoyed all her lessons.

Catherine is a wonderful French tutor and most reliable and organised in her work. She was doing GCSE French practice for us with a bit reluctant pupil and managed to light up the spark of desire to do well and engage with the subject and that is invaluable. Homework / mock test marks went from 6/7 to 8+. We are most impressed.

Catherine was an absolutely brilliant tutor for my 14 year old son taking an early French GCSE. Outstanding communication not just with me but also working closely with the school teacher. Thanks to Catherine my son achieved a grade 9 and he was delighted, can't recommend enough.

Lessons are fun and so interesting ! I had the opportunity to spend 12 months receiving one on one French lessons with Catherine. I had had very little contact with the French language before these classes, and my goal was to be able to easily communicate with people while traveling around French speaking countries, as well as to learn about the culture and be able to enjoy it. Not only did Catherine help me to achieve my goal but also she taught me many other things. She is a great language teacher who is able to adapt to your level and push you to achieve your goals. Beyond being a great French teacher, Catherine is a very interesting person who makes the classes very amenable / with very stimulating conversations.

"Catherine is the best French tutor anyone could ask for! Catherine has been tutoring my daughter for a year now and we have definitely seen the benefits of her lessons. Catherine is very knowledgeable and very passionate about teaching. This definitely comes across in her tutoring sessions. She is truly an amazing teacher. My daughter found languages a challenge at school but always left Catherine's sessions feeling so positive and enthusiastic. Her grades have improved immensely too. Catherine took the time to plan lessons that were tailored to my daughters school curriculum and learning needs. She also kept her engaged in all lessons and challenged her at the right level. My daughter describes Catherine's lessons as 'fun, challenging and so easy to understand'. It's been a pleasure getting to know you Catherine and we are truly grateful for all of your support and time that you have put in to ensuring our daughter excelled in her knowledge and understanding of French. Merci beaucoup Madame Catherine"

Avec Catherine, on apprend beaucoup sur la langue mais aussi sur la culture françaises. les cours sont géniaux et j'ai fait de gros progrès en peu de temps.

Catherine est un professeur et une personne formidable. ​ Catherine est un professeur et une personne formidable. Son empathie naturelle dans les rapports avec les personnes aide énormément à bien transmettre la connaissance de la langue, ce qui n’est pas toujours facile. J’ai pris des cours particuliers avec elle et j’ai fait des grands progrès en peu de temps, traitant des sujets que j’aime. De cette façon, j’ai pu atteindre mes buts. Grâce à ses leçons, rapidement, j’ai commencé à m’exprimer et à communiquer en français sans effort. Je ne la remercierai jamais assez pour la qualité de ses leçons et son dévouement à l’enseignement.

It was the first time I have ever looked forward to a language lesson ! "I have tried to learn French several times and really struggled. Catherine made the experience fun and enjoyable whilst ensuring I progressed quickly with both my grammar and vocabulary. At the same time I learnt a huge amount about France and French culture. It was the first time I have ever looked forward to a language lesson! I can highly recommend working with Catherine to anyone looking to learn the language and I have already passed on her details to several contacts."

"Catherine is a fantastic French tutor, she is incredibly patient, caters each class to the pace you want to go and makes the learning experience genuinely fun and enjoyable. I would certainly recommend Catherine to anyone who wants to learn French quickly and also understand the culture and practices along the way".

"I’ve been having beginner French lessons with Catherine for the past year! Her lessons are always fun and tailored to your own pace. I have learnt a lot in a short amount of time. Thanks Catherine!"

Catherine is great, she is structured, experienced, goal orientated and would definitively recommend her.

Catherine is a wonderful tutor! She always answers my needs so patiently. I would highly recommend her!

Catherine is a brilliant tutor - very clear and patient - who ensures lessons are informative but also enjoyable/fun! I have been picking up French again 15 years after doing it at school and I would definitely recommend Catherine to anyone looking to learn this wonderful language

I wanted to thank Catherine for steering our daughter through the last two months of preparation of her French GCSE. It certainly made a huge improvement!

Catherine is truly a very dedicated French tutor. She is always prepared for the lessons, keeps you update of what has been covered and shares practice content with the parents. I strongly recommend her anyone who wants to learn French!

Just to let you now, I got a 9 in my French GCSE. thank you very much for all your help ! I couldn't have done it without you.

Thank you so much Catherine for all your help!

I got an 8 in French GCSE, thank you so much for all your help!

Just to let you now, I got a 9 in my French GCSE. thank you very much for all your help ! I couldn't have done it without you.