Testimonials

The class was just the right level but also had some challenging aspects which were good. The variety was excellent and I feel I have learnt a lot. Sarah Anderson, stage 5 to 6 and Aspects of French culture

All classes are well prepared and relevant to the ability and interests of the students. Pat Arlette, stage 5 to 6 and Aspects of French culture

Having forgotten most of my school French learned many decades ago, I joined Sandrine's French class eight years ago. It's great. Apart from learning French, there is such a wonderful sense of camaraderie; many of us have been together in her class for some years and we feel almost like an extended family when we meet. Sandrine is exceptionally patient in her teaching and is able to accommodate us all, with our varying level of expertise in a way that encourages learning the French language. J'aime ce cours. Mary Lou Philips, stage 1 to 6 and Aspects of French culture

As someone who had followed no academic courses for 25 years, it was with some trepidation that I decided to improve my French. I needed a teacher who is patient, tolerant, understanding, and has a sense of humour; someone who will provide a structured learning process, leavened with insights into the French nation and culture, taking pains to deal with queries as they arise, and always encouraging students to progress. Sandrine Perkins is that teacher; I recommend her courses to all who desire to study French. Roger Durgan, stage 2 to stage 5

I thoroughly enjoyed the weekend. We were a happy bunch who immediately got on well together, trying our French on each other as well as any opportunities in restaurants and transport!  Lille was very friendly, the student bar we discovered for a pastis aperitif gave us a warm welcome. Good choice of restaurants for local food. Thank you for a great experience. Vicki Hayes

I would like to say thank you for your help with Joe. After having a predicted grade C in GCSE last year, he has just managed an A* in his  exam. I am sure you have a significant part to play in this.

It will be good to continue with French classes so supporting our French holidays and our Pontardawe-Locminé twinning Group. Lynfa Lewis, stage 2 to 6 and Aspects of French culture

'Sandrine's classes have enabled me, in 3 years, to make myself understood in Brittany where I visit as often as I can. I still struggle with the speed the language is spoken, but I am no longer out of the conversation! This winter I have a painting exhibition in Paris and feel confident enough to give a speech in French at the opening. I love the language and its sound and look forward to Sandrine's classes which are always fun, relaxed, interesting and friendly events where I can learn something new. Janis Fry, stage 5

Sandrine always prepares the classes well, with a good balance between grammar, speaking about current affairs and what we have been doing, and more recently, literature. The classes are always fun, and have been a high point of my week during the pandemic (on Skype). I feeI I have improved and gained confidence and am able to chat in French with my French friends. Merci beaucoup Sandrine! Anne Rees  

"Your lessons are a real pleasure and have done wonders for turning my franglais into a more comprehensible français. I would recommend them to any budding Francophile!' See you in October. Ian Stapley, stage 2

Apprendre français en ligne c'est la bonne façon de procéder (surtout actuellement) mais il n’y a pas de remplacement pour une bonne prof!  Sandrine est patiente, sensible et solidaire. Grace à ses leçons je commence à parler français avec plus de confiance. Phil Martin

Thank you so much Sandrine for teaching me French! I really enjoyed your French class and appreciated your professionalism and also your patience and kindness. I learnt so much and I like the enjoyable atmosphere. Sandrine motivated me to work hard and to continue studying French. I didn’t miss a class and you can’t miss this French course. Vittoria Napoli Macchetta, French stage 2 to 3

I thought the ten “students”, their tutor and partner made up a very diverse group that got on really well. Variously, we practiced our French for a whole two days. Lille is certainly “worth a visit” as they say in the Michelin travel guides with so much to see. The visit to the LAM art museum entailed travel by both Metro and bendy-bus, furthering our French adventure. The spiritualist “art brut” by Crespin, Lesage and Simon seemed similar to what might adorn a Hindu or Buddhist temple. The visit certainly provoked discussion. Eating at the Alcide bistro, the creperie and the café at the museum was a further part of the French experience. Thank you Sandrine! Colin Hayes

"J'ai suivi quatre cours de francais avec Sandrine et cette année j’en suivrai encore un autre. Je trouve que son style d'enseigner est très bien adapté aux adultes qui retournent aux études. Nous nous amusons beaucoup au cours sans réaliser que nous travaillons assez sérieusement. Les discussions sur les films ou des informations après avoir lu des articles de journaux ou les livres sont animés avec tout le monde qui parle et de temps en temps nous ne sommes pas d'accord, mais toujours avec bonne humeur. Mes amis en France trouvent que je parle mieux qu'avant quand je leur rends visite." Pat Lewis, stage 2 to stage 5

I first joined one of Sandrine’s courses when I retired seven years ago and, along with several others, have been a student of hers ever since. After progressing through a six-year Adult Education French program our classes are now less formal but hugely rewarding and really are great fun under Sandrine’s professional guidance. John Francis

I very much enjoy Sandrine's French classes. The atmosphere is relaxed yet focused and stimulating. Sessions are always well prepared and there is a range of activities to keep everyone engaged. My French language skills have made excellent progress since joining her class. Julia Davies, stage 5 to 6 and Aspects of French culture

"Sandrine has worked on language and translation projects for us over the last 10 years and has always given the highest level of service and support to our business.  She has worked well with our team on projects in Wales and in other parts of Europe" Stephen Davies, Managing Director, Penderyn Distillery

J'étudie le français avec Sandrine depuis quatre ans et j'aime beaucoup ses cours. Depuis Covid nous faisons les cours en ligne et c’est le point fort de ma semaine! Je m’améliore en français avec Sandrine et je vous la recommande comme prof. Pippa Gardner