Learn French

The Alliance Française de Kansas City offers a wide range of French classes for adult learners of all levels - from complete beginners on up. All classes are in person.


French Language Studies for Every Level

Alliance Française offers adult French classes in a small group setting or private 1-1 classes. Complete beginners start with the fundamentals, and students that have studied French before are placed in the level that most closely matches their current language proficiency.

Group Classes

Kick off or continue your learning journey enrolling to one of our fun and small group class with the guidance of our dedicated passionate French native speaking tutors!
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French Conversation Groups

Our conversation groups provide an informal setting for students to practice and improve their French skills. 2 levels offer now.

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Private Tutoring

Looking for a 1-1 experience? Have a particular concept or topic on which you want to concentrate? We also offer private tutoring.

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School Calendar

Classes are offered throughout the year in 4 terms, each consisting of 10 sessions

Fall
2025

October 06 -
December 14 
Enrollment
Early bird:
Aug 25-Sep 21
Regular:
Sep 22-first class

Winter
2026

January 12 -
March 23 
Enrollment
Early bird:
Nov 17-Dec 28
Regular:
Jan 1-first class

Spring
2026

April 6 -
June 15 
Enrollment
Early bird:
Feb 2-March 22
Regular:
March 23-first class

Summer 2026

July 06 -
September 14 
Enrollment
Early bird:
May 4-June 21
Regular:
June 22-first class

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Classes are held in person at our AFKC location
PLEASE NOTE: AFKC MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES. Login to verify your membership before enroling. Not yet a member? Checkout the membership options here.

FAQs

Do you have a question? Ask us! We are here to help with your French learning journey. Checkout the FAQs

Our Teachers

Our teaching staff is composed of highly qualified French instructors of native language proficiency. We welcome all students of French and aim to offer fun and effective classes for your learning journey.

Refund Policy

The Alliance Française de Kansas City is committed to providing its students with the best possible class experience.
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About our Levels

Our levels are based from the CEFR (Common European Framework for Languages). Here is a general overview (to know which level is best for you, visit this page

A1 Level - Beginner

Learn basic vocabulary and structures: greetings, numbers, days, ordering food, introducing yourself, asking simple questions. Build confidence in short, everyday interactions.

A2 Level - Upper Beginner

Expand vocabulary on familiar topics (family, work, shopping, travel). Learn to describe your environment, talk about past and future plans, and handle simple social exchanges.

B1 Level - Intermediate

Develop ability to narrate events, describe experiences, and express opinions. Learn to handle most travel situations, write connected texts, and follow clear conversations on familiar subjects.

B2 Level - Upper Intermediate

Learn to discuss abstract topics, defend viewpoints, and interact fluently with native speakers. Gain skills to understand more complex texts and conversations, and write detailed, structured arguments.

C1 Level and above - Advanced

Master advanced grammar and idiomatic expressions. Learn to understand nuanced meaning, produce clear and well-structured speech and writing, and adapt your language for academic, professional, or cultural contexts.

Unsure of your level?

Take our online test to find what level of French class is suitable for you.

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