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French Language School

François and Linda Collet




Read about our move from England to France and the beginnings of Le Poyenval, as published in the magazine French Property News



We are happy to accept payment by Visa or Mastercard, either by telephone or via our secure website




Click here to visit Galerie Poyenval, where Linda has a selection of her original paintings on view




Residential French Language Courses and Lessons for individuals and small groups

in the beautiful setting of an old country house in the Vendée, in the Western Loire region of France.

French Language Courses in France!

A residential French course here at Le Poyenval could be the perfect answer if you wish to improve your understanding of French, especially the speaking and listening skills.

Answer "yes" to any of these and we can help!

We cater for all standards, abilities and requirements, from beginners through to the more advanced. Our courses are suitable either for individuals or small groups, using intensive teaching methods with lessons that will improve your fluency in French whilst you gain a better understanding of French customs, culture and the way of life.

For more information on courses, accommodation, and prices please follow the links to other parts of our website or email us with your queries.


Courses combining French Language Tuition with other topics

During 2010 we shall be running our well-established series of courses at Le Poyenval combining French Language tuition with other topics:

Parler & Paint will combine French Language Tuition with practical Art Study

French and Photography - French tuition in the mornings, and practical photography tuition (in our Art Gallery on site) in the afternoons.

 Click
here for more details.


New for 2010 - French Courses On-line

During 2010 we shall be beginning On-line French Tuition, using email. An optional Skype module will also be available, either in addition or separately.

Courses will last for 6 weeks, and an enrolled student will be given a selection of sentences to translate, a piece of French to read and perhaps an article to answer questions on.

The work can be done at any time during the week, with answers being sent at the end of each week.

The Skype sessions will be the only 'oral' segment and can be with or without video.

Please follow the Online link on the Language Courses page, or email us for more details.



Holiday Accommodation at Le Poyenval

We have excellent self catering gîtes and chambres d'hôtes (bed and breakfast) holiday accommodation here at Le Poyenval, ideal for exploring the beautiful Vendée and surrounding countryside. Click on the link above for more information.


Francois and Linda Collet
Le Poyenval
Address 66 Rue Georges Clémenceau,
85390  Bazoges-en-Pareds,
Vendée,   France.
Telephone International +33 (0) 2 51 51 26 85
(From UK) (00 33) 2 51 51 26 85
Fax International +33 (0) 2 51 51 35 94 (From UK) (00 33) 2 51 51 35 94