Learn French

The Alliance Française de Kansas City offers a wide range of French classes for adult learners of all levels from complete beginners to advanced speakers 
All classes are in person

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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 for 
Adults,
Children & Teens

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. Check out the different options!

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School Calendar

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


Summer
2026

July 06 -
September 20 

Enrollment
Early bird:
May 18 - Jun 21

Regular:
Jun 22 - first class

Fall
2026

September 28 -
December 13
 
Enrollment
Early bird:
July 20 - Sep 06

Regular:
Sep 07 - first class

Winter
2027

January 11 -
March 27
 
Enrollment
Early bird:
Oct 12 - Dec 27

Regular:
Dec 28 - first class

Spring
2027

April 05 -
June 19
 
Enrollment
Early bird:
Feb 1 - Jun 19

Regular:
Jun 20 - 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 enrolling. 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. 

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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.

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Refund Policy

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

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Testimonies from our students

"Merci pour tout! Je me sens beaucoup plus en confiance pour parler Français pendant mes vacances en France.. 
- A student from Summer 2025
"Thank you! Loved your class and looking forward to taking more classes at AFKC!!
- A student from Summer 2025
"Learning everyday vocabulary, basic grammar structures, and common expressions helped me feel more confident in simple conversations. 
- A student from Summer 2025
"I especially enjoyed the interactive activities, such as practicing dialogues and listening exercises, because they made the lessons more engaging and practical. The mix of speaking, listening, and writing exercises kept the course dynamic and enjoyable.
- A student from Summer 2025

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.

Don't know your level?

Here is a general overview (to know which level is best for you, visit this page

You can also take our placement test .

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Unsure of your level?

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

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