OUR STORY

French Next Door was founded by Gaelle Sona, a native French speaker with years of experience teaching French as a Foreign language. Gaelle has taught French to adults and kids in France, England and the U.S. She is from Toulouse, the pink town settled on the banks of the Garonne River, famous for it's "Cassoulet", museums and historical religious buildings. Gaelle has a degree in French Modern Language from Toulouse Jean Jaures University. She speaks French, English and Creole.

French Next Door aims to offer custom-made lessons tailored to individual needs, encouraging students to speak French from day one using a wide range of teaching methods, including themes and real-life scenarios.

Courses are designed to be fun, interactive, short, cost-effective and flexible enough to be online or in-person. Suitable for all levels from Beginner to Advanced, our courses are perfect for adults or kids, students planning a trip to a French speaking country, those who just want to learn a second language, business professionals and private schools in Las Vegas /Henderson who wants an afterschool club or group lessons.

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE US?

*Contrary to popular Apps like Duolingo, your lessons will be delivered by a French Native speaker who will teach you correct pronunciation, grammar, French Culture and local slang. Our teaching approach will enhance your ability to hold French conversations and break the barrier of fear often experienced by learners.

* You will be able to choose when you start your lessons and if you want to do them online or in-person

*You will enjoy quality affordable, short term, comprehensive course and plans with flexible payment methods.

* You can cancel or re-schedule your lesson at no cost with 24 hour notice (past the 24 hours, you will incur a minor fee of $25

*You have the option of booking a low cost 30mn trial lesson for $18 before committing to a course.

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TESTIMONIALS

"Gaelle's approach to teaching French is both effective and engaging. She utilizes a combination of writing and speaking exercises to ensure that her students not only understand the language but also develop strong communication skills. My daughter has consistently expressed enthusiasm for Gaelle's classes, citing her ability to make learning enjoyable and interactive."

Laura R.

"I have the pleasure of getting one on one French tutoring classes from Gaelle. She is a driven, organized professional who developed an inspiring relationship with me right away.. Gaelle has developed a lesson plan that is tailored to set up her students for success. Her skills as a French educator are clearly routed from experience and passion for the language. She takes the responsibility of educating her students seriously and prioritizes the importance of preparing students for real world experiences. Gaelle has an ability to connect with her students and she is talented at teaching both simple concepts and advanced topics."

Sandy C.

"From the moment my son embarked on his French language journey under Teacher Gaelle’s guidance, his passion for the language has soared to new heights. Through her innovative and engaging teaching methods, my son's knowledge base has expanded significantly. Whether through private sessions or group lessons, Teacher Gaelle has consistently fostered an interactive and supportive learning environment, where my son feels encouraged to explore and grow. One of the most impressive aspects of her teaching approach is her dedication to not only improving pronunciation but also nurturing writing skills in French and beyond.
Under her tutelage, my son has not only become more proficient in speaking the language but has also developed confidence in expressing himself through the written word. Teacher Gaelle goes above and beyond to tailor her lessons to meet the individual needs and learning styles of her students. Her ability to connect with my son on a personal level has made his learning experience all the more enriching and enjoyable."

Rachel B.