Varsity Tutors is the only resource you need if you're looking for a top-quality Houston French course. French has almost 300,000,000 speakers worldwide, including geographic areas you would expect (France, Canada) as well as some locales you may not immediately think of (Monaco, Southeast Asia, Lebanon, West Africa, etc.). It is also commonly utilized in the business community and recognized as one of the UN's official languages in international affairs. Clearly, French is one of the world's most significant languages.
Every individual has their own reason for studying French. High school students at local schools such as Memorial High School and Carnegie Vanguard High School may take it to fulfill their graduation requirements. Similarly, an undergrad attending a college such as the University of Houston may need to take a language in order to earn their degree. Working professionals may study French as a means of enhancing their resume, and world travelers often learn it to make more out of trips to Francophone areas. Heck, maybe you're a lifelong learner interested in studying primary French texts in their original form, or just somebody craving a new intellectual challenge. There is no wrong reason to study French, so know that your reason is a good one.
Sadly, deciding that you would like to learn French and actually doing so can be two very different things. Both French and English were derived from Latin, so there are many points of commonality between them. The alphabet is the same, and several cognates (words that mean roughly the same thing in both languages) exist. For example, "le basketball" means exactly what you would expect it to. Unfortunately, these similarities can make the differences harder to grasp. The letters are the same, but French has a lot of accent marks that produce phonetic sounds that are completely foreign to English-speaking ears. There are also false cognates, words that sound the same but have completely different meanings. For instance, "oui" means yes in French, but "we" is a pronoun in English. We (not oui) can enroll you in a Houston French class today to help you work on your French skills.
What skills can I work on in a Houston French course?
One of the biggest learning obstacles to learning a new language is frequently a lack of conversation partners to practice with. It's easy enough to listen to French media and look up unfamiliar phrases online, but you don't get that same sense of interaction that you can from a live partner. Enrolling in a Houston French class means that you have a set block of time each week to practice your French skills with a fluent speaker. For advanced students, sessions may even be conducted exclusively in French to force you to get more comfortable with it.
Taking a class can also help you work on your French writing skills. For example, set phrases such as "je veux" (I want) can be used on any assignment where you're asked to produce an opinion, making it easier to get something on the page and feel like you're making progress. Your teacher may also show you how to compose an outline to help organize your thoughts, an effective technique no matter which language you ultimately compose in. Your instructor can also provide constructive criticism of your work, helping you identify what you did well and areas of opportunity for improvement.
The finer points of French grammar are also a common topic of discussion. Most French verbs are conjugated in a set way based on their last two letters, with "er," "ir," and "re" verbs being the most common. That said, irregular verbs such as etre (to be) follow unique rules, and they're too common to try to just avoid. Your instructor can teach you the general rules while noting important exceptions as they arise.
If your studies have a historical or cultural component, your instructor can also help you with that aspect. This is likely to feel more like a social studies class than learning a new language, but understanding the history and culture that has produced a language is often a good step toward understanding why a language works the way it does.
How does Varsity Tutors structure each Houston French course?
Each course we provide consists of a virtual classroom full of students with a knowledgeable teacher leading the class. Every instructor has been thoroughly vetted so you can count on studying under a great communicator with a strong foundation in the fundamentals of all aspects of French. Your teacher is also available for private study sessions outside of normal course meeting hours, allowing you to seek personalized extra help on an as-needed basis.
Our exclusive live virtual platform also allows you to communicate with your peers in real time. Working with other students may seem like an unwelcome distraction at first glance, but it can actually be a good thing. Listening to your classmates can expose you to new dialects and accents, providing a more realistic simulation of what it would be like to hear French spoken in a Francophone country. You can also work together to establish a collaborative learning environment that may make it easier to develop a deeper understanding of French mechanics. For instance, you can try to help each other out while the teacher is busy with another student.
We also try to make attending a class as convenient as possible. We offer two-week and four-week options to make it easier to find a fit for your lifestyle. Similarly, new classes start on a monthly basis so you never need to wait too long to enroll in one. Add in the convenience of studying online, and it really couldn't get any easier.
Can I sign up for a Houston French course today?
Yes you can. Simply reach out to an educational consultant using the contact info provided on this page to learn more about how to enroll in a Varsity Tutors Houston French class today. We eagerly anticipate working with you!

Mathilde: Houston French course instructor
...clear communication while tutoring is paramount to my teaching philosophy. My goal is to help your student realize their strengths. As a Linguistics major, much of my academic career focused on studying and understanding the nuances of English and French in both reading and writing, though I also have a strong foundation in mathematics, ranging from Algebra to AP Calculus AB. Additionally, my ACT score was 33 (99th percentile); I completed ACT tutoring courses as...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelors, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Algebra 2
- Middle School Math
- Essay Editing
- +67 subjects

Jan: Houston French course instructor
...tutored at school and was a mentor for the new foreign language teachers. My evaluations were always the best possible, and I received an outstanding teaching instructor and role model award in 2008. I have read, evaluated and scored the Advanced Placement Spanish Literature Exams for the College Board for the past five years. I am a very upbeat teacher, using not only the textbooks and CD's, but songs and rhymes as well to help...
Education & Certification
- University of Tulsa - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
- University of Houston - Masters in Education, Curriculum & Instruction/Second Language Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- French
- Conversational Spanish
- College Essays
- Phonics
- +14 subjects
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP Human Geography
- Trigonometry
- Macroeconomics
- +54 subjects

Stephanie: Houston French course instructor
I started tutoring professionally in 2002 while I was in college. In 2004, I tutored English, French, Latin, and constitutional government for Baylor University's Student-Athlete Services and stayed there the first two years of law school. I love working with foreign languages. I speak English natively, French fluently, and Spanish and Arabic proficiently. I also can read and write Arabic.
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelor in Arts, Language and Lingustics
- Baylor Law - Juris Doctor, n/a
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Summer
- +19 subjects

Zeina: Houston French course instructor
...well private sessions for students and professors who had the desire to learn French and Arabic. Besides tutoring, I experienced the art of research in three different laboratories in Northern Arizona University and in Baylor College of medicine: the Biophysics Laboratory, the Microbial and Genomic Laboratory and the Cell Biology Laboratory. I enjoyed designing experiments and working on different instruments. The link between theory and practice, the methodical laboratory preparations, and the tangible results of...
Education & Certification
- Northern Arizona University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
- University of Texas school of Public Health - Master in Public Health, MPH Epidemiology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Languages
- +12 subjects

Matt: Houston French course instructor
...the most natural feel when it comes to teaching because the act thereof does not simply entail the recital of fact, but rather the recounting of a greater narrative within which the facts and specific events of the past may be found. Outside of academia, I am an avid reader, enjoying works in both French and English, and take joy in traveling, football, and various types of games, including those played with cards, boards, or...
Education & Certification
- Stony Brook University - Bachelor in Arts, History and French Language and Literature
Subject Expertise
- French
- College English
- French 1
- High School English
- +39 subjects

Anna: Houston French course instructor
...she can own their learning process. This means that the teacher works to facilitate guided discovery and so is in constant dialogue with the student. Those students needed to learn English in a way that was relevant to them. This approach has been informed through a year and a half teaching in Russia as well as my education. I completed my B.A. in History and International Relations from Bowdoin College. Before that I went to...
Education & Certification
- Bowdoin College - Bachelor in Arts, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- French
- Geography
- Conversational French
- Graduate Test Prep
- +61 subjects

Charles: Houston French course instructor
Native French speaker with extensive experience tutoring and teaching French on-site and Online. My ultimate goal is to help students quickly grasp conversational French using a set of useful tools and methodologies based on specific short and long term goals and needs. My students age span is from early kindergartners to adults. I enjoy travel/tourism, sports, photography, painting, and sculpting.
Education & Certification
- Southwestern Adventist University - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Systems Security
- University of Maryland-University College - Master of Science, Information Technology
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 2
- Conversational French
- Languages
- +3 subjects

Tauqir: Houston French course instructor
...high school I took AP level English, science and math classes which further lead me to major in Biology. I am a certified live and online tutor based in Houston, TX. I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's degree in English/Biology/Pre-med after which I decided to pursue a career in medicine. I spent two years in the Caribbean finishing my basic sciences and the remaining two years in the United...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, English
- American University of Antigua - PHD, Doctor of Medicine
Subject Expertise
- French
- Microbiology
- IB Biology HL
- Math
- +44 subjects

Michelle: Houston French course instructor
...the perspective. I am a Houston native certified to teach general elementary and secondary history. I taught TAKS prep and second grade in Cy-Fair ISD and currently work as a substitute in Klein. I earned a BA in the Humanities from Brigham Young University in Provo, UT. My studies focused on the fine arts, history, and French. My passions include history, music, photography, sailing, and learning. Also, I truly enjoy helping others discover all there...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- French
- Comparative Literature
- High School Level American History
- English
- +24 subjects

Michael: Houston French course instructor
...from Texas A&M University in Genetics with a minor in English. I am also a native Spanish speaker with 17 hours of College level Spanish credit, and a 5 on the AP Spanish Language exam. I love taking time to help students understand content, and more importantly, understand how to learn content so that it stays past just test day. I remember what it was like to be a student and how difficult it can...
Education & Certification
- The Texas AM University System Office - Bachelor of Science, Genetics
Subject Expertise
- French
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- Calculus
- ESL/ELL
- +118 subjects

Avery: Houston French course instructor
...were college freshmen and sophomores, but I'm comfortable tutoring all ages! I'm currently putting the finishing touches on my first novel, which is the first installment in a dystopian sci-fi trilogy. I believe in helping students learn by making content as fun and engaging as possible. I'm always looking for creative solutions that will appeal to each student's individual interests. I look forward to getting to know my students and working collaboratively with them to...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- High School Biology
- Middle School Reading
- Classics
- +35 subjects

Ife: Houston French course instructor
...as young as elementary school all the way up to adults studying math for the GRE. There's nothing I love more than helping a student have an "ah-ha" moment, and seeing concepts truly click and become meaningful to students. As a teacher, I emphasize deep understanding rather than memorization. I find that the best way to remember a formula is actually understanding where it comes from. I also believe it's incredibly important to guide students...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- French
- Science
- Algebra
- Calculus
- +23 subjects

Emmanuelle: Houston French course instructor
...patience. I believe that the student-tutor relationship should be built on honesty, trust and support where the sharing of experiences and lessons learned goes a long-way in building your self-confidence. I truly believe that the relationship should be seen by both parties as a partnership where you know I am there to work with you to supplement classroom and individual studies. Ultimately, being a tutor is all about teaching you learning techniques and how to...
Education & Certification
- Copenhagen Business Academy - Unknown, Marketing Management
Subject Expertise
- French
- Conversational French
- Languages
- Spanish 3
- +9 subjects

Dina: Houston French course instructor
...college coursework, helping them understand difficult concepts and work towards an efficient and sustainable plan for learning the material. Currently, I offer tutoring for various life science classes, biology, introductory French, and essay writing. One of my favorite topic to work with students on is life science and biology as I find the topic especially exciting and promising! Being in the field of genetics, I am fascinated by the implications of genetics on our health...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Baylor College of Medicine - Master of Science, Genetic Counseling
Subject Expertise
- French
- Test Prep
- High School English
- English
- +36 subjects
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- English
- IB Theory of Knowledge
- Art
- +39 subjects

Olasina: Houston French course instructor
...I tutor several different subjects in Math but I also tutor French. Tutoring has always been something I enjoyed. For example, when I was in middle school, I tutored students in math for two summers in a row. Later, during high school, I tutored students in Chemistry. And now, I hope to tutor more students through Varsity Tutors. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing several sports such as Ultimate Frisbee, ping pong, and basketball. I...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Current Undergrad Student, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- French
- Trigonometry
- Geometry
- English
- +24 subjects

Sophia: Houston French course instructor
...a high school graduate of Osbourn Park High School, I graduated with Advanced Studies diploma with a certificate in biotechnology. I love the Sciences, however, I am open to tutoring in all different disciplines including Pre-Algebra, Algebra I and Algebra II, Trigonometry, Geometry, Elementary Math, English, Grammar, Vocabulary, Psychology, Biology, Chemistry, and TOEFL. I am graduated from University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelors of Arts in Biology. I have a strong passion for...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT
- Biology
- ACCUPLACER Language Use
- +99 subjects

Houda: Houston French course instructor
...it is an endlessly intriguing subject, as the discipline appears limitless, allowing so much scope for further study and research. My interest has spread to computers and trying to link the two together has played a big part of my life in the last few years. I have taught myself, using books and other available sources, how to program in JAVA and HTML and this has made it possible for me to take an active...
Education & Certification
- Houston Community College - Associates, Engineering
- University of Houston - Current Grad Student, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Calculus 3
- French 4
- Elementary Math
- +19 subjects

Nadjia: Houston French course instructor
I wish to open up the minds of all students and guide them to achieve great knowledge and ingenuity. My aim is to promote enthusiastic thought to the learning process and open up the doors to opportunity to all my students. As a foreign MD graduate I had the opportunity in different international schools over the world to teach and tutor both Arabic and French languages for students from elementary to high school levels.... Teaching is a fundamental aspect of our knowledge and ingenuity. I believe that every student has the capacity to achieve great things, and needs guidance to choose the path that they wish to build on. The stimulation of a human mind causes great potential and ingenuity, and it helps it to deliver and enhance awareness and thought.
Education & Certification
- Out side the us - Bachelors, Science
- Medical university of Algiers - Masters, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- French
- IB Biology
- High School Biology
- AP Biology
- +17 subjects