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
...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 a high school student and am familiar with the strategies used to maximize scores. I will use Varsity's methods to enhance your student's experience with Varsity Tutors while taking their individuals needs and learning style into...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelors, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- French
- SSAT- Middle Level
- Business
- Social Sciences
- +67 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
- Latin
- College English
- ACT English
- +19 subjects

Michelle: Houston French course instructor
...was also this job which sparked my interest in teaching. I have taught French in public schools for 5 years, which is the perfect job for me, as each year brings new students to meet and new families to get to know. I find that I enjoy learning as much from my students as I enjoy teaching French to them. I have also taught ESL to adults in a community college, which was wonderful because...
Education & Certification
- University of Dallas - Bachelor in Arts, French/Modern Languages
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- Spanish
- Conversational French
- +7 subjects

Michelle: Houston French course instructor
...I find that sometimes the wall that keeps someone from understanding can easily be overcome by changing 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...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- French
- Literature
- ESL/ELL
- Social Studies
- +24 subjects

Jocelyn: Houston French course instructor
...reading, editing papers, and anything French, and it shows in my work. I've worked with students from eighth grade to college students. My students have had a range of abilities, from those struggling to pass to those attending top-level schools. Most students come to me for English and French assistance, but I've also worked with standardized test preparation, math, and time management. In my free time, I like to take long rambling walks and explore...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, History and French Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- European History
- High School Level American History
- Comparative Literature
- +20 subjects
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
- Trigonometry
- Geometry
- +54 subjects

Zeina: Houston French course instructor
...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 successful experiments, all seemed...
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
- Elementary School Math
- Biology
- Elementary Math
- +12 subjects

Jan: Houston French course instructor
...write Spanish. It is perfectly phonetic and it is spoken exactly the way it is written. It can be learned quite easily as long as it is explained properly. I travel as often as I can. Besides living in many places in the USA, I have been to Europe and Mexico many times. I have also traveled to Australia, Africa and Canada. I love to go to the gym, swim, take Pilates classes and lift...
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
- Spanish
- Literature
- English
- +14 subjects

Francis: Houston French course instructor
...subject to tech is French because it was the first foreign language I learned. I came to the U.S. from Spain and did my graduate studies at Purdue University, where I got my Doctorate in Tourism Management. I would say that my teaching style involves assessing the level of my student(s) initially, and trying to take them forward from where they are. It involves giving them opportunities to express themselves in the new language and explaining...
Education & Certification
- University of Idaho - Master of Science, Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
- Purdue University-Main Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
- University of Memphis - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Spanish 4
- French 1
- +12 subjects

Nelly Fleur: Houston French course instructor
...environment. I am patient and take creative parts that are necessary to fully comprehend materials. Being a bilingual with degrees in Data Science and Finance, I have helped students from different backgrounds to overcome their scientific and linguistic hurdles by demonstrating multiple problem-solving approaches and encouraging practice to meet their desired standards. My goal is to bring joy and excitement into the subjects that I teach as I help them succeed in their academic endeavors....
Education & Certification
- Bloomfield College - Bachelors, Finance/Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Greek
- Middle School Science
- Arithmetic
- +63 subjects

Oluwadara : Houston French course instructor
Hi! I'm Dara and am a sophomore at Rice University. I really enjoy tutoring and helping people learn and grow. I enjoy biking, watching movies and tv shows (open to any and all recommendations) and hanging out with friends.
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Languages
- Spanish 1
- +13 subjects

Houda: Houston French course instructor
...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 role in web design. I'm looking forward to experiencing university life - it will not only give me the academic grounds to get into careers like Computer Science and research, but the social experience in itself...
Education & Certification
- Houston Community College - Associates, Engineering
- University of Houston - Current Grad Student, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Arabic
- College Algebra
- Computer Science
- +19 subjects

Avery: Houston French course instructor
...At FIU, I taught Writing and Rhetoric courses and co-taught a Narrative Techniques course. Most of my students 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...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- Latin
- ACT Science
- Classics
- +35 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
- Arabic
- Microbiology
- Study Skills
- +17 subjects

Solmarie: Houston French course instructor
...Reading. Although I enjoy tutoring these subjects, my favorite would have to be French. This is because it is a very beautiful language, and I believe acquiring a new language is a very useful skill, as you never quite know when it might come in handy. I enjoy tutoring students, because I understand the difference education can make in a person's life. Furthermore, I believe that everyone deserves the opportunities that come with doing your...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Current Undergrad, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT Reading
- French 3
- ACT Science
- +11 subjects

Dominika: Houston French course instructor
...and 2. My favorite subjects to tutor, however, are writing and literature. I believe strong reading and writing skills and an appreciation for great writing can not only help a person attain practical educational and professional goals, but can, much more importantly, transform a person's outlook on life. In my free time, I enjoy creative writing, painting, cooking, reading, and basically doing all things that make the right side of my brain jump for joy.
Education & Certification
- University of St Thomas, Houston - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- Latin
- Elementary School Reading
- 8th Grade Reading
- +51 subjects

Adam: Houston French course instructor
...had both poetry and short stories published, and I'm currently going through the publication process of my first novel. Although I specialize in creative writing and higher-level English courses, I have vast experience tutoring mid-level math and everything writing related. As father of a 7 year-old daughter and a 4 year-old son, I'm also passionate about working with younger kids. I speak Spanish fluently and taught it while an undergrad. My interests include music, video...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- Italian
- Portuguese
- Spanish
- +81 subjects

Ali: Houston French course instructor
Parlez-Vous Francais ? Do you speak French ? Let's get started ! In addition to my postgraduate degree in French language , I'm DALF certified tutor by French Education Authority to teach the French language and civilization. Possessing creative teaching skills, I have an enthusiasm for student development, and my method focuses on oral and written French language proficiency in a strong conversational skills .
Education & Certification
- College of Languages - Bachelor in Arts, French Literature
- College of Languages - Master of Science, Translation (Major French)
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 1
- Languages
- Conversational French
- +9 subjects

Ghali: Houston French course instructor
...physics tutor with the Physics department at the University of Houston. I was then hired by the engineering Department to help fellow student maintain high GPA's and academic eligibility. Subjects ranged from remedial algebra to calculus. I have a relaxed and friendly tutoring style. I usually find students learn best by working through questions or examples, but I am also happy provide teaching of entire subjects from scratch. So if you're having trouble understanding the...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelors, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Arabic
- Elementary Algebra
- Pre-Algebra
- +47 subjects
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- IB Language B
- Pre-Calculus
- Other
- +39 subjects