Find Your Level in French

Whether you’re new to French or have years of learning under your belt, we have a class for you.

Free Level Placement Calls

Our placement call is a quick way for us to determine your level in French in order to put you in the most appropriate class for your skill level. After a quick call with one of our teachers, they will recommend the best level you should sign up for.

To receive your free placement call, please take the quick 6-question placement test below.

To make sure we get you in the right level, make sure to answer questions without any help from a dictionary or translator. Don’t worry about being perfect - just try to answer as many as you can!

Level Guide


A1.0 - Introduction

“Le Newbie”

You’ve never studied French before. Let’s dive right into the basics!


A1.2 - Beginner

“Le I-Know-a-Lot”

You understand the basics. Now, you can learn different structures and tenses.


A2 - Advanced Beginner

“Le I-Can-Do-a-Lot”

You can hold a conversation! Keep building your vocabulary in this level.


B1 - Intermediate

“Le Traveler”

You can get around and share your opinions. Now, you’ll learn to express abstract ideas!


B2 - Independent

“Le College Student”

You understand complex ideas. Continue to grow your authentic communication skills!


C1 - Proficient

“Le Pro”

You understand almost everything you hear or read. Make strides toward fluency!

*Adorable level guide permanently “borrowed” from our friends at the Alliance Française de Chicago.