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Lena
- Rate £35
- Response 1h
£35/hr
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- French
- French speaking
- French reading
- French listening
- French writing
French Tutor Supporting Students in Communication, Grammar Mastery, and Cultural Competence With 8 Years of Experience and Degrees in B.A French Language & Literature.
- French
- French speaking
- French reading
- French listening
- French writing
Lesson location
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At Lena's house: Southampton
- Online
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at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 40 km from Southampton
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About Lena
I have 8 years of experience teaching French, holding a B.A in French Language & Literature and an M.A in French Cultural Studies. I have taught students ranging from absolute beginners to advanced learners, guiding them in conversational fluency, grammar mastery, reading comprehension, and cultural awareness. My approach emphasises interactive engagement, personalised support, and practical application to ensure meaningful learning and sustained progress.
I focus on patience, adaptability, and encouragement in my teaching. Lessons incorporate grammar exercises, vocabulary drills, reading, conversation, and cultural context to provide a rich and comprehensive experience. Students are encouraged to actively participate, experiment with language, and gain confidence in expression.
Outside the classroom, I immerse myself in French literature, media, and contemporary linguistic research to provide students with authentic examples and cultural insights. This approach helps learners connect classroom learning with real-world application. Seeing students achieve fluency, confidence, and cultural understanding is the most fulfilling aspect of my work and motivates my continued passion for teaching French.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
French lessons are most effective when students combine structured instruction with immersive and interactive experiences. My lessons emphasise grammar, vocabulary, conversation, comprehension, pronunciation, reading, and writing. I incorporate role-plays, dialogues, multimedia content, and cultural discussions to make learning engaging, practical, and relatable. Each lesson encourages active participation, experimentation with language, and meaningful practice, fostering both confidence and fluency in French communication.
I tailor lessons to the student’s proficiency and goals. Beginners focus on basic sentence construction, essential vocabulary, pronunciation, and conversational phrases. Intermediate learners refine grammar, expand vocabulary, engage in dialogues, and practise reading comprehension. Advanced students tackle complex syntax, idiomatic expressions, literature, translation, debate, and advanced conversational skills. Personalised exercises, consistent feedback, and practical applications ensure steady progress and deeper understanding.
Learning French develops linguistic competence, cultural appreciation, and confident self-expression. Students gain the ability to communicate effectively, navigate cultural contexts, and approach language learning with curiosity and curiosity-driven engagement. My goal is to provide a nurturing, immersive, and stimulating environment that inspires learners to achieve fluency while fostering a lifelong interest in the French language.
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Rates
Rate
- £35
Pack prices
- 5h: £175
- 10h: £350
online
- £35/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Lena will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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