Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alliance Francaise ?
The largest school in the world specializing in teaching French

How do I register for a class ?
Fill in enrolment form, come to the Alliance Française in Isa Townsend with payment.
You can also send it with payment to Alliance Française de Bahreïn P.O. Box 840 Manama Kingdom of Bahrain.
If you have a credit card, no need to come or send payment, just call 17 683 295 with your credit card details.

What is the class size ?
A minimum of six students is required for the Alliance française to offer a class; fourteen is the maximum number of students allowed to register per class.

How can I be sure to enroll in the class which matches my level ?
A free placement test is offered to anyone interested in registering for private or group classes.

What does a membership to the Alliance Francaise offer ?
The Alliance Francaise membership card allows you to borrow books, videotapes, DVDs, etc. from our resource centre and give you special discount on our cultural activities,.

How often are classes held ?
Regular classes are held twice a week whereas intensive classes take place three times a week.

What textbook is used to teach the curriculum ?
We use the most up to date and easy to use manuals, designed by experts in education. At the advanced level, the course material is provided.

Will I be able to receive a credit or refund ?
As we canot be held responsible for changes in students' commitments or personal circumstances, no refund or credit will be given. Please read carefully our conditions of enrolment.

How long before I am able to communicate in French ?
You can be conversant with less than 120 hours of French classes !
After 3 courses (120 hours), you will be able to ask and give information about your daily routine, family, hobbies; give your personal opinion about activities, places; make appointments, tell time; tell a story and make plans.