Francois's Feedback

From Michael

Just finished a lesson with Francois which was at just the right level. It took account of my prior knowledge, but also developed new concepts and my understanding as well. Looking forward to the next lesson and developing my French further. Thanks Francois!

From Peter

Francois is an enthusiastic tutor. He came to our home and kindly gave a 'taster'session', which was most appreciated.

From Giles

Very nice opening session. Comfortable manner and a well structured plan. I’m looking forward to learning

From Libby

I'm very picky when it comes to teachers, perhaps as I have been one for so long and really want someone to teach me who is an excellent teacher. I haven't been disappointed! Francois asked all the right questions to assess my level and what I wanted to get out of lessons. The balance between conversation and planned materials is perfect and he has geared homework to suit my needs and the time I have to work with. He corrects my French in a kind way. His knowledge of grammar is excellent and he can also explain it using very clear examples and explanations to make things clear to me that I have been struggling with for a long time.

From Zoltán

I am very suprised that Zoltan has chosen to give feedback as he did not have any lessons with me. At our first meeting on Skype, he wanted to use his mobile phone for lessons which I explained was not going to be an efficient way as it would be very slow and difficult to read and write during lessons. We agreed that he would see about being able to use better equipment. That is the last time we had any communication. I subsequently asked First Tutors to investigate. In 18 years of teaching I have never had a bad review.

From Danielle

Myself and partner are a month into our French lessons with Francois are are very much enjoying the sessions. Each lesson is very informative and varied - we are very pleased with our choice of tutor :) highly recommend

From Dominic

From Peter

After the first three classes I can say that Francois is a passionate teacher who is taking my colleague and I straight back to the basics (grammar and pronunciation) while clearly explaining the foundations of the French language.

From Rosalind

A very stimulation teacher. The lessons are both thorough and fun. He is very encouraging and uncrititical of mistakes but helps learning through them. We look forward to our lessons.

From Sue

really fantastic tutor - working at a pace suitable for beginners

From Richard

I have been away on holiday since we first meet and this week we get working again

From Kenneth

I have zero background with French language and Francois made learning it very simple and easy for me. He's patient and you can expect a very tailoured approach to his teaching. Very well recommended indeed!

From Melissa

Excellent tutor. Very professional and approachable. The skype sessions are perfect for me and the resources that are used are really well made. Would recommend François to anyone of any level of French.

From Andrew

only had a couple of lessons so far , but the future looks good for me.

From Gerda

Although I am following a non-standard method (Birkenbihl-Methode) to learn french, Mr. is happy to help me with that.

From Andrew

Francois is an experienced teacher and this shows in his lessons. Thanks to his help both my wife and I are making significant progress in the French language both in written and spoken forms. Whilst based on clear lesson plans, Francois' style of teaching is flexible and he misses no opportunity to extend the learning experience through following up on questions by the student.

We could not have wished for a better Tutor. Francois is exactly the [erson we were seeking.

From Jane

Francois is an excellent tutor. He is very pleasant and friendly and works
my pronunciation and understanding of all aspects of French. He provides clear, intuitive worksheets to my ability and his customised computer files always work and are well prepared. I thoroughly recommend him as a tutor for GCSE.

From Clair

Worked very hard with my son for his GCSE French. Good to have a native speaker.

From John

Francois has dealt very well with two people who thought they were speaking acceptable French and getting by quite well! Taking us back to some of the basics while listening and correcting us was absolutely the right thing to do.
Weekly lessons have no doubt improved our speaking and understanding, and made us very aware of our specific needs in improving our skills.
Learning with Francois has so far been extremely enjoyable, good humoured, and also quite taxing.

From Georgia

I'm in my second year of college and I find him great in helping me improve my french. I have been able to improve my comprehension of the language a lot, alongside my writing and speaking skills too. The individual worksheets he sets for you are to your ability, but are also challenging which makes you learn even more. Would highly recommend him as a tutor to any age!

Georgia is a very serious student, who is determined to succeed and do everything to the best of her ability. A pleasure to teach.

From Anita

Francois is a superb teacher, prepared to go at the students pace to the students ability. I particularly appreciate the way that he makes sure that you understand the basics of a point. I am so glad we met.
Anita Best

Anita is also a superb student. She understands the importance of learning each part to enable progress and get results. She enjoys learning and this makes the whole process good for both of us.

From Carla

Very flexible and patient. Emphasis on pronounciation so that we will be understood on our holiday. Thank you.

You are very good students, showing lots of enthusiasm and curiosity. I am very pleased to be working with you. Je vous encourage dans votre travail. Merci.

From Samuel

Mr Francois contact me very quickly and provide a very service.
He also provided the correct paper work.