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Learn French and have fun in Montpellier!

ILA – IH Montpellier is a leading French language school in the South of France, near the Mediterranean coast. We offer high-quality French courses and services year-round at affordable prices. Classes are taught in small groups of 8 students on average, for all levels and goals. A wide range of accommodation options and a rich leisure programme help make the most of your stay. Located in the historic heart of Montpellier, a vibrant university city, ILA features 30 air-conditioned classrooms and a dedicated team committed to making your immersion both enjoyable and successful. With 27 years of experience and over 2,000 students welcomed each year, ILA stands out for its academic excellence. We are the only school in Montpellier accredited by EAQUALS, IALC, International House World, Label Groupement FLE, and the French Government’s Label Qualité FLE*** – a unique guarantee of quality.

  • School size: Medium
  • Class size for Junior programs: 10
  • Age Group: Adults (16+)
  • Class size for Juniors: 10
  • Levels: All levels welcome, including those with no prior knowledge
  • Accommodations: Homestay, Residence, Studio

Highlights

  • Best accredited school in Montpellier : IALC, EAQUALS, QUALITE FLE***, and part of the reputable INTERNATIONAL HOUSE WORLD network.
  • Located in the very heart of the historic center of Montpellier with 30 air-conditioned classrooms.
  • Excellent nationality mix with students from over 80 countries.
  • Exciting year-round activity programme for the best cultural study abroad experience.

Programmes Offered

Our French Immersion School offers a wide range of year-round French courses for all levels, from A1 Beginner to C2 Advanced.

FRENCH COURSES FOR JUNIORS (16+) and FRENCH COURSES FOR ADULTS are available with flexible starting dates.

• Wide level range: Minimum of 6 group levels year-round, aligned with CEFR standards
• Small groups: Promotes interaction and personalized attention
• Dynamic, effective teaching
• Highly qualified, passionate teachers dedicated to your progress
• Tutoring: Individual support available via appointments with our educational advisor
• Self-learning resources
• Regular assessments to track your progress.

General French Courses:
• Standard French: 20 lessons/week
• Intensive French: 30 lessons/week
• Both can be upgraded with private lessons for faster progress.

Summer French Courses
Specially designed to learn French and have a great time during summers in the South of France.

Specialized Courses Year-Round:
• Business French
• Teacher Training Programmes
• 50+ French Courses
• French + Cooking

We prepare students for DELF/DALF exams and offer University Preparation and PATHWAY Programmes.

ILA offer a wide range of accommodation options tailored to students’ needs and lifestyles.
Homestay
Homestays are carefully selected according to our strict quality standards and in compliance with the IALC Accommodation Code. Staying with in a homestay provides a warm and immersive cultural experience, ideal for practicing French in daily life. You can choose from Kitchen access / Bed & Breakfast / Half-board.
Residence/Studio
Student Residences are centrally located, just 5 on foot to 15 minutes by tram from the school, and major city attractions. All studios include: Private bathroom / Single or shared double rooms / Private or shared kitchen facilities / Free WIFI
Aparthotels*** in Montpellier offer flexible and comfortable stays. Ideal for students with higher expectations, they come with excellent amenities including air conditioning, and in some cases, extras like a sauna or breakfast service (at an additional cost). They offer Studios for single or double use / Two-room apartments for up to 4 people.

  • Homestay
  • Residence
  • Studio

Montpellier and the Occitanie region offer an ideal setting for French language immersion. With over 80,000 students, the city is dynamic and student-friendly, featuring year-round cultural events, concerts, and affordable venues.

Named by the *New York Times* as one of the world’s most attractive destinations, Montpellier combines Mediterranean lifestyle with academic appeal. The region boasts 6 UNESCO sites such as Pont du Gard, historic center of Avignon, fortified City of Carcassonne, Canal du Midi to name a few; as well as excellent opportunities for cultural, culinary, wine tasting and outdoor activities.

Beautiful sandy beaches are just minutes away, A welcoming local population encourages students to practice French beyond the classroom in everyday situations.

Exams

Each year, ILA successfully prepares hundreds of students for the DELF B2 and DALF C1 exams. These prestigious, lifelong certifications significantly enhance your CV and academic or professional profile. We are proud to maintain an outstanding success rate of 95%. • DELF B1/B2 (Independent Level): This diploma attests to your ability to handle most everyday communication situations, both spoken and written, across a variety of topics. It is often a requirement for admission to French universities. • DALF C1 (Advanced Level): This diploma confirms your capacity to express yourself fluently and spontaneously on more complex and nuanced topics, reflecting a high level of proficiency in French. Our exam preparation courses are taught by experienced, specialized teachers and span between 4 to 6 weeks. To ensure you are fully prepared, we organize two full mock exams—one mid-course and one at the end—under real exam conditions.

More Features

We want your student’s French language stay at ILA – IH Montpellier to not only profitable in term of academic success, but also enjoyable and safe. At ILA IH Montpellier the wellbeing and security of our students are our top priorities. Being an International House school means we follow IHWO client promise’s charter in which well being and security is of paramount importance. Our wellbeing team takes care of your students whenever they need, be it to offer a caring and confidential listening space, to support them through stress, anxiety, or low moments, help them in case of any housing-related issue. We foster an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and are committed to treating all students fairly, respectfully, and equally, regardless of background or identity. Our dedication to our partner agents has been consistently recognised over the past 15 years and we are proud to be nominated once again by StudyTravel Magazine as one of the top French language schools – a testament to the trust and satisfaction of our partners and students alike.

Testimonials

It was one of the best times of my life. I so appreciate your time with me. I am much more confident in French and I look forward to returning. Your school is amazing and I loved every minute I spent with your wonderful teachers and staff. Thank you for being so kind and patient! I can’t wait to return next year!

I stayed for 4 weeks. I started my first lesson in B1 but after one day went back to A2. I remained here for the rest of the stay and happy i did. I love my teacher, she did an amazing job at motivating me and the other students. Also my host mom was the most amazing person ever.

Fun, pleasant, educational. Roxane was very helpful and patient. Her classes were full of new material. She has great sense of humour too. If I am back for the third time, I keep fingers crossed to be back in her class. The cooking course was run efficiently. Food was interesting, various and tasty. The facility was nice and clean. Explanation was clear and on point. I strongly recommend this course.

Location of the accommodation was perfect. Lessons were excellent, and the staff was very friendly. It was perfect, i really enjoyed it.

The experience I had with the ILA institut was incredible. The school is well located, very organized and the professors are very well prepared and kind. The homestay was fantastic. I recommend this school for everyone who wants to learn French.

I got what I came for – to improve my language. And I met a bunch of new people. The ambience was excellent. I highly recommend the teacher Maguelonne. She is very inspiring, very dedicated, very observant on each individual student. She has a good way of explaining each subject to us, she is a VERY good teacher. And on top of that she is very kind.

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