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Ellen (Canada)
Jueves, 01 Junio 2017 15:34
In 2016, I took two month-long French immersion courses in southern France. Valorme was the one I chose to return to this year, and this time with my husband. In fact, many of the students at Valorme are returning for a second or even third time--a fact which speaks volumes about the quality of Corine's instruction.
I'm a professor of education, and I can't say enough about Corine's approach to teaching French to adult learners. The courses are offered at various levels and for varying lengths of time. Activities are varied and well-keyed to the needs of the particular learners (never more than 6) and the pace is relaxed. Corine's explanations are very clear, and she has a wonderful sense of humour. Afternoons are typically spent on excursions, so you get a chance to see quite a lot of the stunning countryside--the castles, caves with prehistoric drawings, subterranean rivers, etc. And for the weekends, there are some terrific hiking trails into the nearby mountains, as well as the charming town of Foix to explore.
I can't recommend this program enough--and yes, I hope to return for a third visit in the not-too-distant future!
I'm a professor of education, and I can't say enough about Corine's approach to teaching French to adult learners. The courses are offered at various levels and for varying lengths of time. Activities are varied and well-keyed to the needs of the particular learners (never more than 6) and the pace is relaxed. Corine's explanations are very clear, and she has a wonderful sense of humour. Afternoons are typically spent on excursions, so you get a chance to see quite a lot of the stunning countryside--the castles, caves with prehistoric drawings, subterranean rivers, etc. And for the weekends, there are some terrific hiking trails into the nearby mountains, as well as the charming town of Foix to explore.
I can't recommend this program enough--and yes, I hope to return for a third visit in the not-too-distant future!
Jacqueline
Jueves, 27 Abril 2017 09:15
Ich war für vier Wochen in Valorme und kann diese Sprachschule ohne Vorbehalte empfehlen. Corine hat grosse Erfahrung und erkennt in kürzester Zeit, wo jeder Studierende gefördert werden muss. Sie hat einen unglaublichen Fundus an Übungseinheiten zu vielen Themen. Da die Gruppen klein sind, kann sie allen gerecht werden. Entsprechend ist der Unterricht abwechslungsreich und interessant. Gemütlich sind die gemeinsamen Mittagessen und ein Genuss die Ausflüge am Nachmittag. Ohne grossen Aufwand lernt man die Gegend um Foix kennen, und ohne es zu merken, spricht und hört man viele Stunden Französisch.
Sheila
Viernes, 07 Abril 2017 09:16
I have found Valorme to be the rare program having the capacity to take advanced students to their next level. First of all, because it is rare to hear languages other than French on the street, Foix offers the ideal environment for immersing yourself in the language.
As for the school itself, classes are limited to six people, thus offering ample opportunity for oral practice both in the classroom and in the real world. Thanks to her many years of teaching French as a foreign language, Corine has a keen ear for spotting habitual errors and an arsenal of corrective exercises--written, oral and aural--with which to address them. She also takes pains to place students in groups in which they will both learn and enjoy themselves.
I can recommend Valorme without reservation.
As for the school itself, classes are limited to six people, thus offering ample opportunity for oral practice both in the classroom and in the real world. Thanks to her many years of teaching French as a foreign language, Corine has a keen ear for spotting habitual errors and an arsenal of corrective exercises--written, oral and aural--with which to address them. She also takes pains to place students in groups in which they will both learn and enjoy themselves.
I can recommend Valorme without reservation.
Alison (Australia)
Lunes, 26 Septiembre 2016 16:35
Wonderful location in an atmospheric old town. The standard of teaching was excellent and the afternoon excursions were fun. Highly recommended. So good I will stay for two weeks next time. Thank you Corine.
Sheila (USA)
Viernes, 04 Marzo 2016 04:45
I chose Valorme on the recommendation of an English friend who had gone there. I have been there three times now. Two other friends, one Norwegian and the other American/English have gone there and have also liked it very much. So put us down as Fans of Valorme!
I learned a lot and fell satisfied that I got my money's worth.
One of the advantages of Valorme is that because Corine is a solo teacher, she is not bound by a curriculum and can adapt her method and choose materials to meet students' needs...even at the drop of a hat as people's attention flags or she senses the need for a change of pace.
Because Foix is off the beaten track, fewer people speak English than in a larger city. And because it is small and everybody in town knows Corine, when they see you with her, they will know that you want to use French. (In fact, Corine avoids restaurants where the staff will tend to speak English to students.)
I learned a lot and fell satisfied that I got my money's worth.
One of the advantages of Valorme is that because Corine is a solo teacher, she is not bound by a curriculum and can adapt her method and choose materials to meet students' needs...even at the drop of a hat as people's attention flags or she senses the need for a change of pace.
Because Foix is off the beaten track, fewer people speak English than in a larger city. And because it is small and everybody in town knows Corine, when they see you with her, they will know that you want to use French. (In fact, Corine avoids restaurants where the staff will tend to speak English to students.)
Frances (Australie)
Domingo, 04 Octubre 2015 04:46
I can recommend the immersion course at 'Valorme' without reservation. Everything promised on the website was fulfilled, and Corine communicated with me promptly and clearly from my very first email enquiry.
I really enjoyed the lessons and found Corine to be very professional: always well prepared, approachable and able to meet the learning needs of all in the class.
Afternoon excursions were organised with consultation, and eating lunches together was an easy way of getting to know the other students as well as learning about French cuisine and manners. I was only able to attend for one week, and wished I could have stayed for a second, so I may well be back.
I really enjoyed the lessons and found Corine to be very professional: always well prepared, approachable and able to meet the learning needs of all in the class.
Afternoon excursions were organised with consultation, and eating lunches together was an easy way of getting to know the other students as well as learning about French cuisine and manners. I was only able to attend for one week, and wished I could have stayed for a second, so I may well be back.
Penny UK
Jueves, 18 Diciembre 2014 15:35
Merci pour une très bonne semaine. C'était vraiment agréable et je pense que je me suis souvenue beaucoup de la langue français que j'avais oubliée et j'ai appris même un peu plus. J'aurais voulu rester une autre semaine - peut-être la prochaine fois!
Penny Martin-Jones
UK
Penny Martin-Jones
UK
Karin (Allemagne)
Lunes, 18 Agosto 2014 15:35
J’avais voulu améliorer mon français et autant que possible parler
français - mais où ?
Quel heureux hasard que j’ai trouvé www.valorme.com sur l’Internet!
Parce que c’est là où il y a ma meilleure chance pour réactiver mon français:
Vraiment petits groupes, enseignement individuel, atmosphère et ambiance très agréables, les offres additionnelles pour apprendre la langue après les leçons et finalement le contact avec les autres étudiants qui sont ouverts et gentils.
J’ai fait un deuxième séjour chez Corine et je suis sûre que je ferai un troisième cours dès que l’occasion s’en présentera.
français - mais où ?
Quel heureux hasard que j’ai trouvé www.valorme.com sur l’Internet!
Parce que c’est là où il y a ma meilleure chance pour réactiver mon français:
Vraiment petits groupes, enseignement individuel, atmosphère et ambiance très agréables, les offres additionnelles pour apprendre la langue après les leçons et finalement le contact avec les autres étudiants qui sont ouverts et gentils.
J’ai fait un deuxième séjour chez Corine et je suis sûre que je ferai un troisième cours dès que l’occasion s’en présentera.
Paula (USA)
Miércoles, 04 Septiembre 2013 04:41
Last year Rich and I visited Corine Rouleau to do a reconnaissance on her small French immersion school (valorme.com) in Foix at the foot of the Pyrenees. We had always talked about really trying to improve our French and our visit with Corine “sealed the deal”. Corine has no more than six students at a time and does not mix beginners with more advanced students in any one week.
This experience has far exceeded our expectations. Corine is a wonderful teacher who creates a very interesting and well-paced classroom experience. No language other than French is spoken and we saw tremendous progress from the beginning of the week to the end, so much so that Rich and I are trying to speak primarily in French even in our studio. After more than three hours in the classroom (with a coffee break where we speak only French as well), we all go to lunch together. There are at least twenty little restaurants in the old town so there is no shortage of choices. Of course we speak nothing but French at lunch as well! After we finish lunch, three days a week we go on an excursion to an interesting museum or site. Corine is our guide and we’ve loved every single experience, whether it’s a huge grotto with cave paintings, hiking up steep hills to a ruined Cathar castle or going to a charming town like Mirepoix. This is absolutely fantastic! On Wednesdays we have a free afternoon and on Fridays we have a course review in the afternoon. She really keeps us hoppin’!
This experience has far exceeded our expectations. Corine is a wonderful teacher who creates a very interesting and well-paced classroom experience. No language other than French is spoken and we saw tremendous progress from the beginning of the week to the end, so much so that Rich and I are trying to speak primarily in French even in our studio. After more than three hours in the classroom (with a coffee break where we speak only French as well), we all go to lunch together. There are at least twenty little restaurants in the old town so there is no shortage of choices. Of course we speak nothing but French at lunch as well! After we finish lunch, three days a week we go on an excursion to an interesting museum or site. Corine is our guide and we’ve loved every single experience, whether it’s a huge grotto with cave paintings, hiking up steep hills to a ruined Cathar castle or going to a charming town like Mirepoix. This is absolutely fantastic! On Wednesdays we have a free afternoon and on Fridays we have a course review in the afternoon. She really keeps us hoppin’!
Kasia K. (Pologne)
Miércoles, 04 Julio 2012 04:41
"Wszystkim miłośnikom Francji i języka francuskiego polecam pobyt w Valorme. Foix i okolice to rejon bogaty w atrakcje, od prehistorycznych grot i średniowiecznych twierdz, do festiwali muzycznych i filmowych. Zajęcia są dopasowane do indywidualnych potrzeb i zainteresowań.
Je recommande Valorme à tous les amateurs de la France et du français. Foix et ses alentours sont très riches en attractions - des grottes préhistoriques et châteaux médiévaux aux festivals de la musique et du cinéma. Les cours sont adaptés aux nécessités et intérêts individuels.
Je recommande Valorme à tous les amateurs de la France et du français. Foix et ses alentours sont très riches en attractions - des grottes préhistoriques et châteaux médiévaux aux festivals de la musique et du cinéma. Les cours sont adaptés aux nécessités et intérêts individuels.
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