Meet Anna Diaz, Director of French language school IS Aix-en-Provence

This month we talk to Anna Diaz, Director of French language school IS Aix-en-Provence. The schools specialises in quality French courses for mature and adult international students. IS Aix-en-Provence offers tuition for small groups with excellent end experienced teachers, all in a friendly atmosphere.

P. ¿Cuándo se unió a IALC y por qué?

We joined IALC many years ago to take a step forward in terms of marketing and best practice and we have been satisfied with the outcome.

Q. As School Director, what are your projects for IS Aix-en-Provence?

I’ve been the Director since 2008 and our challenges for the future is to develop new courses and tools for new markets.

Q. The school is moving to new premises in January. Why are you moving?

To be able to welcome students with disabilities and offer a stimulating learning environment. Our students will be able to enjoy two sunny terraces as well as a green garden with its small pond. Perfect for a cup of coffee and a chat (in French) under the planetrees!

Q. What developments do you expect in France in 2014? How will they impact the language travel industry?

France is the world’s number one tourist destination and continues to attract with its culture and nature but France can always improve in service and innovation.

P. ¿De dónde proviene la mayoría de sus alumnos?

USA, Scandinavia and German speaking countries.

P. ¿Cuáles son las actividades estudiantiles más populares?

Cooking classes and wine tasting, Provence offers fabulous gastronomic possibilities.

P. ¿Tres cosas que hacen que tu escuela sea especial para tus alumnos?

Dedication to our students, excellent staff and wonderful surroundings.

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Acerca de ti:

Q. How did you get started in the industry? How did you reach your current role?

I started out working at the reception at IS and I have always loved service and contact with people. Someone wonderful saw possibilities in me and taught me the tricks of the trade.

P. ¿Qué idiomas hablas o te gustaría hablar?

Swedish is my mother tongue but I speak English and French as well. I dream of picking up and becoming enough fluent in Spanish to impress my mother in law.

P. ¿Cuál es tu destino de viaje favorito?

Stockholm, my home town. Summer, spring, autumn or winter, always beautiful and I get to see friends and family.

P. ¿Tu pasatiempo favorito?

Battling it out with the honeysuckle in the garden or reading a novel in the shade.

P. ¿Tu comida favorita?

Anything with ratatouille and a glass of chilled rose wine.

P. ¿Quiénes serían tus invitados ideales para una cena?

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Anna Diaz, Director of French language school, IS Aix-en-Provence

IS Aix-en-Provence

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