French Immersion Homestay At Teacher’s In Fillinges Near Geneva
€2000 Per Week
- 12-15 hours of personalized lessons, formal French instruction
- Enjoy an authentic stay in a cozy and stunning place : a charming house overlooking the mountains. Learn and relax : welcome home !
- Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with me and occasionally dine out together as well. I will do my best for special dietary needs.
- 2 excursions (your choice) with your teacher.
- Join me solo as my exclusive student or contact me if you are accompanied.
Amenities/Features
Sleeping Arrangements
1 queen bed 1 double bed
Types of Courses Offered: Focus on oral communication to build confidence in conversations. Exam preparation for DELF A1, A2, B1, B2
Teacher Certifications: Primary School Teacher Qualification, MASTER 2 in French as a Foreign Language, Professorr French Second Language.Accredited DELF A1–B1 Examiner and Corrector, Italian C1 , English fluent
Extra Activities/Options: Aquagym
Meet Aurore - your French tutor, language buddy & host In France
Bienvenue, Benvenuti, welcome home!
I'm Aurore, and I've been a primary school teacher at "Education Nationale" since 1999. I turned 50 this year.I currently work for the Schooling of Non-French-speaking Students after earning a Master2 in FLE in 2016.
Each stay is a wonderful encounter.
I began hosting homestays for the holidays four years ago, initially for kids and gradually expanding to include adults and seniors.
I can provide customised immersion programmes that include classes, tastings, guided tours, walks, discovery workshops, games, movies, evenings out, and a little dancing.
Each stay is a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
I speak English and Italian in addition to my native French.Haute-Savoie is where I was born and raised. In 2000, I married Nello, a native of Sardegna, Italy. Matteo, who is 23, and Eva, who is 20, are our two children. Although they are independent, I like to spend the weekends with them at home. Our friends, neighbours, and family are always up for an aperitif!
Each stay is a sharing of languages and cultures
We moved to the closest rural area 8 years ago, and we have no regrets. In our large, cosy home and in the quiet village of Fillinges, we love every season. I'm proactive:
- I've been singing gospel, and I adore it!
- I participate in winter activities at our well-known ski areas
- I like to capture shots of the amazing 360-degree views when strolling through the mid-mountains.
- I enjoy foraging for berries, wild herbs, flowers, and mushrooms. I'll lead you off the typical routes for a genuine and original experience.
- I enjoy swimming.
Please provide information about yourself, your objectives for learning the language, and any particular hobbies or preferences you may have for your immersion experience. I'll send you a list of commonly asked questions to help you make an informed choice. I'll see you shortly!
My French Immersion Program
I suggest complete immersion for:
- Teens Children + 10 years old = all language proficiency levels, including beginners
- Adults who can "communicate in simple and routine tasks" at least at level A2.
I have had the pleasure of assisting numerous students in achieving their objectives through formal tests, such as DELF moving from A2 to B2, throughout my time as a French teacher.
French lessons every morning :
- Friendly French-language exercises include cooking, gardening, unwinding, and strolling
- Guided excursions to discover the "tresors de la Haute - Savoie"
- Immersion in the French sociocultural setting through local animations, movies, and visits...
I take care of everything during your immersion week, especially you: enjoyable outings, activities that boost confidence, and delectable home-cooked meals produced with regional ingredients.
My Teaching Approach
My main concern is the calibre of instruction. I have a degree in teaching French as a foreign language and am a natural speaker of the language. I will provide you with a customised curriculum depending on your learning preferences and present language proficiency, ranging from A1 to C1.
Even though the sessions offer strong grammatical knowledge, the first and most crucial element is to communicate : I will provide you a lot of oral communication practice. I help every student, from speaking to writing, discover and comprehend how French functions intuitively and develop a solid vocabulary, particularly through games and guided exercises. Vocabulary, culture, and interdisciplinary subjects will be reviewed and developed. You'll enjoy speaking French!
We'll play "pétanque" together because I enjoy sharing outdoor activities. Additionally, a language immersion programme is a holiday! I'll make sure that this experience will improve your French and, most importantly, be enjoyable.
Learn French In France – Your French immersion Program in Fillinges, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nestled in the French Alps, between lakes and mountains, Haute-Savoie is a region where nature, heritage, and gastronomy combine to offer you an unforgettable experience. We could visit Geneva and Annecy specially the old towns and make a cruise on the lake. We can go to Chamonix, the world capital of Mountaineering, located at the foot of the roof of Europe. If you prefer (like me) to rediscover the silence of the mountains, the smell of dry wood or the simplicity of a plate of local cheese and artisanal charcuterie shared on a terrace : I will show you villages like Samoëns, la Roche, Megève, Grand-Bornand. I will propose to take you to the medieval village of Yvoire: flowered alleys, garden of five senses, medieval castle, lakeside restaurants… the atmosphere is magical. The "vallée verte" which my house is located is ideal for gentle walks in the forests, around rivers and the mountains lakes. We can go hiking in the natural reserve of “Sixt fer à Cheval” or the nearest mountain “ les Brasses ” with a magnificent 360-degree view : in one side is the Mont Blanc and in the other side the Leman lake. There are plenty of cozy mountain restaurants who serve local specialties such as fondue, tartiflette, fine Savoy wines and for the dessert, blueberries tarte (my favorite tarte).
Your French Immersion Homestay Accommodations in Fillinges, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Our House
Enjoy an authentic stay in a cozy and stunning place : a charming house overlooking the mountains. The living rooms are on the ground floor, it is Chalet-style with exposed ceiling beams. In the living room there are sofas and TV next to a wood-burning fireplace, an open kitchen with a central island : ideal to do a cooking or baking workshop. The large south-facing balcony offer a beautiful view that I never tire of. Little by little we have renovated all the rooms of the house : recently the bathroom with more modern tiles. The pool is family-friendly with a cover. The water treatment using salt : better for the skin. We have a big garden with luxuriant plants, the chickens, the cat and our dog " Olli" are happy and lovable.
Your Accommodations
During the stay " our home is your home " .
- a private room with a large bed and a shared bathroom
- breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner with me and the family as possible
- pétanque court and outdoor games : rackets of tennis, balls, darts game, Mölki...
- pool and water aerobics equipment ( we can do Aquagym together)
- free time - transats by the pool and decks chairs in the shade of the large linden tree - books of literature FLE, comic books, albums, board games I can give you “Homework” during your course – private study activities to practice and consolidate learning (you are allowed to change your mind !)
Contact Aurore - your French tutor, language buddy & host
French Immersion in Fillinges, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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Reviews (7)
My daughter Melanie stayed for a week with Aurore’s family. She felt like at home. The bedroom was very comfortable with a private bathroom. Aurore was amazing preparing meals for her everyday. She also plan 2 field trips. One a hike and picnic, that we enjoy a lot accompanied by her dog Olli who is adorable. The second to a beautiful village with her daughter, where we went for a boat ride around the lake.
She has a very well plan schedule everyday. My daughter receive clases in the morning and then they practice in the afternoon through other days activities.
The overall experience was great. She is a wonderful teacher but also a very nice person who made us fell like at home. Her family is very nice too.
J’ai pu passer une semaine merveilleuse chez Aurore et sa famille. J’ai bien sûr beaucoup appris lors de leçons concentrées, mais les longues discussions lors des randonnées, des courses quotidiennes et des échanges avec la famille et les amis ont été particulièrement instructives. Une préparation parfaite pour mes tâches professionnelles – et une belle expérience dans les paysages spectaculaires de la Haute Savoie. Merci !
Nous avons passé une semaine pluvieuse ce qui nous a pas empêché de sortir tous les jours car nous aimons discuter en marchant et aussi pour découvrir le terroir : le tour du lac du Môle, les chemins de l’Arve, les meulières du Vouan. Nous allions au marché pour cuisiner avec des produits locaux et une visite à la foire internationale de Haute-Savoie de la Roche nous a occupé toute une journée avec une pause déjeuner avec des spécialités. Ma belle mère italienne nous a appris à faire “la Pasta al forno ” et nous avons fait des belles soirées jeux.
This is my third year staying with a French family, so while I am not an expert, I can compare this homestay with the other ones. My experience with Aurore was unique in many ways.First, Aurore is a very, warm and welcoming person. I immediately felt at ease with her and her family. She was always making sure that I was comfortable and happy. I also en-joyed her lessons; she is a good teacher. Her home is unusual because, you can walk out of her back yard and you are on a walking trail. Each time we took a path there was plenty to see and do. One day we took a path to pick the local blackberries and then made a tart with them. An-other day we walked up to an area that used to supply millstones for allover Europe in the Middle Ages. Another time we walked with a neighbor and learned about the local flora and fauna. Each time we took a trail there was always new things to see and do. Aurore also has a well-kept, clean, beautiful pool. I had no reactions to the pool, and my skin is very sensitive. For me, the pool was a lovely way to end the day. It is available all the time, and the family was frequently enjoying it. Given that the summer can be hot, the pool is a real bonus. Aurore has a wonderful immediate and extended family. I had lunch at her mother-in-laws house, and dinner at her brother’s house, where I played pétanque. Family and friends frequently dropped by so there were more people to talk to. Aurore had a list of excursions, and I got to choose the excursions which were great. We went to the medieval city, Yvoire, explored the city of Annecy, rode on a boat on Lake Leman, visited a snail farm,toured a clock museum, spent time at a country fair, bought food at a outdoor lo-cal market, and much more. Aurore is a good cook, and made some of the local dishes. Another unique aspect was that we ate out some of the time. One day, we had lunch out at a cafe, and I ordered what the locals ate when they were out. Another day we picked up sandwiches at a lo-calbakery before going on a hike around a lake. We went into Switzer-land and hiked up to a local restaurant to have lunch. In my other
homestays, I never ate out, but then it is expensive to eat out.Eating out with a local is a unique experience. If you like animals you are going to be in heaven. Their border collar is charming and just wants to beloved. The chickens are entertaining and produce the wonderful eggs you will have in your meals. The two cats are beautiful, but very reserved.Bottom Line – I had a wonderful time and I hope to go back.
Merci infiniment, Aurore
Si j’étais pas venue, oh quel tort!
Tant de choses j’aimerais te dire encore.
La belle maison, le beau jardin: quel paradis.
Voir tout ça, j’étais étourdie.
Holly, le gentil chien,
je l’aimais bien.
Aussi les quatre poules,
elles étaient très cool.
Aurore, Eva, Matteo et Nello,
en fait, tout le clan: che bello!
Sans oublier la bonne cuisine,
les baignades dans la piscine.
Tu as investi beaucoup de patience,
pour mon apprentissage, quelle chance!
A toutes les excursions qu’on a faites
j’éprouvais une joie complète.
On a même joué à la pétanque.
Malheureusement, c’est l’habitude qui me manque.
Je n’ai pas voulu faire la grève
pour aller à Genève,
ni pour monter au Salève.
Dans votre famille aimable je suis entrée,
maintenant, c’est le temps pour rentrer.
Je ne vais jamais oublier ce stage,
donc, j’aimerais bien vous faire hommage.
Hélas, pas au revoir, mais adieu.
Tout était super bien mieux!
Charmi a passé trois semaines avec moi : tout s’est très bien passé. Charmi a un caractère réservé et n’avait pas l’habitude de séjourner dans une autre famille ; elle participait à toutes les activités mais échangeait surtout avec moi Petit à petit elle s’est senti en confiance notamment grâce à Olli aussi grâce à la venue de sa sœur Maya ,débutante mais très à l’aise pour communiquer, qui nous a rejoint la deuxième semaine. Elle a choisi des excursions sportives : luge d’été au col de la faucille et accrobranche à Cruseilles et des animations locales notamment le cinéma en plein air.
Stefania a 14 ans, elle a passé une semaine de vacances studieuses avec moi; elle parlait bien le français et devait progresser en lecture-compréhension et production d’écrit ; elle a rédigé un photo journal avec les activités du jour et les recettes de cuisine que nous faisons ensemble : nous allions chercher des mûres pour faire des tartes. Nous avons été invité 2 fois chez mon frère où Stefania a pu rencontrer des jeunes de son âge. Elle s’est bien occupé de Olli et adorait chercher les œufs frais tous les matins.