French
Bonjour et beinvenue au groupe français.
With a growing interest in speaking French amongst our members, we are now offering two French groups – Conversation and Intermediate. Not sure which group is for you? You are welcome to try out either (or both!) groups to see which is the best fit for you.
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Conversation
This new group is for people who enjoy the French language, French culture and generally all things French. Members may have studied French to a certain level in the past, have holidayed frequently in France or perhaps lived or worked in a French speaking country; people who are able to join in conversational French, although who are not necessarily fluent. The idea is that the group is a place to practice our spoken French and learn from each other.
Each of the sessions will be based on a topic from a list compiled in advance by the members. Some people may wish to do a little preparation beforehand but the goal is to have a convivial conversation discussing the subject of the day. It is our group to develop as we wish, and to enjoy the beauty of the French language without feeling pressured.
If you feel the group may be for you please contact the convenor so we can arrange for you to come along and try it.
Venue
Time
Alternate Wednesdays at 2-3 pm. Our first meeting will be on 14th January. Please check the online Calendar for full details.
Fee
There is a small charge of £10 to cover the cost of room hire and refreshments for the meetings for the first half of 2026. Anyone wishing to come along for a “taster” meeting or two would be very welcome and will be asked to pay £1.50
Convenor
Jean Martin
For more information please email salfordu3a@gmail.com marking the subject line of your email ‘FAO: Jean Martin’.
Intermediate
The French Intermediate group is for members who have some French, maybe from long ago, wanting to improve their skills. Most activities will be at A2 level: you will find some examples here. From January 2026, We will be following French Made Easy Level 2: members will need to purchase their own copies once they join the group.
Our meetings are a mixture of speaking, listening and reading, in a relaxed atmosphere. We do not have a teacher and we would not be suitable for absolute beginners. Learn more about the group from the welcome message below:
Venue
Time
Alternate Wednesdays at 2-3 pm. Please check the online Calendar for full details.
Fee
There is a small charge (£12 per person) to cover the cost of room hire and refreshments for the meetings for the first half of 2026. Anyone wishing to come along for a “taster” meeting or two would be very welcome and will be asked to pay £1.50
Convenor
Mary McBride
For more information please email salfordu3a@gmail.com marking the subject line of your email ‘FAO: Mary McBride’.
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