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G
#1
just wondering if anyone had any tips learning French when you have kids.  I have a 3 month old baby and a 4yr old.  The 4yr old would benefit from learning French too to get ready for school next year.

We are in le plateau without a car so it would be nice to be able to do something locally.
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Ensaimada
#2
Hello ! I suggest you check this link. It might be helpful and I am sure that you will find a place on the Plateau where you can learn French part time since you have young children.

Being on the Plateau and surrounded by mostly French-speaking person would also be a great opportunity to learn French. You can learn the basics at school, but there's nothing like being able to share a discussion in French to learn more. Bonne chance ;)http://www.carrefourfrancisation.com/ap … immigrants

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tarbais
#3
Of course, Ansaimada.
Ensaimada
#4

tarbais wrote:

Of course, Ansaimada.


;)

G
#5
Thank you so much :) I'll have a look when the kids give me a break :)
Ensaimada
#6

tjejen wrote:

Thank you so much :) I'll have a look when the kids give me a break :)


Geezzz, one thing I can see is that you travelled a lot and lived in different places. Good for you ;)

G
#7
Oh its only in French... I have to find a course before i read it lol

I've emailed them though :-)

i never really think about how many places I've lived... I have so many friends who have been to so many more countries. .. But Im more for living in a place and getting an in depth experience than for a quick visit.  Who knows this might be where we put down our roots ;)
Ensaimada
#8
Oups... true... I forgot that the site was in French. But I am sure you will get an answer in English ;) After all... it's meant for people who want to learn French, so before, they have to make sure you understand what they say :)
Armand
#9
Topic moved to the anglophone forum.

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Armand
G
#10
Naww why did you move this Armand :( i already posted in both sections and did you notice that the francophone section was where i got the most reads and help?
H
#11
Hi tjejen, if you want to post in the Francophone forum, you must write in French and not in English!;)

Harmonie.
Ensaimada
#12
Don't hesitate to PM me Tjejen if you want ;)
G
#13
Hehe thanks harmonie. .. Was just pointing out that i got more help with my specific problem from people who can speak French ;)

Thanks ensaimada :) just waiting for a reply from the link you posted :)
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G
#14
Still trying find something that fits with having a small baby.  I've got my oldest going to daycare soon so really keen to find some French courses!

The link you proved was great ensaimada but i have to wait another 6months until i qualify. 

Im not looking for free courses. ... Anything will do :)

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