Beginner level · A1–A2

Beginner French Classes in Toronto (A1 & A2)

TFA’s beginner program takes you from your first words in French to a working elementary level: A1, then A2 on the CEFR scale, in roughly three to four months. Classes run online and in person across the GTA.

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The levels

What A1 and A2 actually mean

The levels come from the CEFR, the European framework used to describe how much French someone actually has. A1 is the absolute beginner level. By the end of it you can introduce yourself, ask simple questions and follow slow, clear speech. A2 is elementary: the past and future tenses arrive, and with them errands, appointments and short stories about your week. Our CEFR guide covers all six levels if you want the full picture.

Students aiming at immigration usually ask where the beginner levels sit on Canada’s own scale. The conversion is simple: A1 corresponds to NCLC 1 to 2 and A2 to NCLC 3 to 4, against the NCLC 7 that PR points require. The full chart is in our NCLC levels guide.

Curriculum

What the two courses cover

The outline below comes from the syllabus our tutors teach from, the same document that later carries students into B1, B2 and TEF preparation. It is specific on purpose. A beginner course that won’t name its grammar is usually hiding how little of it there is.

A1 Beginner

About 1.5 to 2 months · No prior French required

A1 is where the machinery gets installed:

the present tense of regular verbs, plus the irregulars you meet constantly: être, avoir, aller, faire, venir, pouvoir, vouloir
pronunciation from the first week: silent final letters, u against ou, é against è
numbers, dates, prices and telling the time, including the infamous 70 to 99
everyday vocabulary for family, food, housing, the city and the weather
asking questions three different ways, and saying what you like with j’aime and je préfère
introducing yourself, spelling your name and email aloud, and getting through a first short conversation

A2 Elementary

About 1.5 to 2 months · Prerequisite: A1 or equivalent

A2 is where French becomes useful outside the classroom:

passé composé and imparfait for the past, futur simple for what comes next
reflexive verbs, comparisons and polite commands
the object pronouns, plus y and en, which make natural-sounding sentences possible
nasal vowels and liaison, the difference between reading French and sounding French
vocabulary for shopping, transit, travel bookings, a doctor’s visit and renting a home
telling a short story in the past, proposing and declining plans, describing people and places

The road to CLB 7

Where the path leads

Most students at TFA are working toward Canadian permanent residency. The rule that matters: once you reach NCLC 7 in all four skills on TEF Canada or TCF Canada, French adds 25 to 50 points to your CRS score. Nobody gets there in one course.

A1Beginner — you are here
A2Elementary
B1Intermediate
B2Upper-intermediate
CLB 7 / PRTEF or TCF Canada

After A2 the route continues with our B1 & B2 classes, then TEF & DELF exam preparation or the combined Professional B2 + TEF track. Because every level runs on the same syllabus, the sequence works as a single A1 to B2 French course taken in stages: you join at the level you have and stop at the level you need. If PR is the goal, read the French for Canada PR guide before you start; it lays out the points math in full.

Formats

How classes run

Group classes

Groups average 3 to 4 students and never exceed 8, so you speak in every class rather than listening from the back row. Schedules and details are on the group classes page.

Private tutoring

One tutor, one student, lessons shaped entirely around your pace. It is the right choice when a test date is close. See private tutoring or our private French classes in Brampton.

Online and in person

Most students study live online; in-person options run across the GTA. Same tutors, same syllabus either way. If you are searching for French classes near you, start there. In Brampton? See our dedicated beginner French classes in Brampton page for local schedule and pricing details.

Every format is taught by Toronto French Academy‘s own full-time team. More about the school on the about page.

Student Reviews

What Our Students Say

300+ Google reviews · Rated 4.8 ★

I started learning French from TFA few months ago with teacher Love Bhatia. He is such a hardworking teacher and truly dedicated towards his work. He always motivates me to improve myself and helps me build confidence to speak French.

Kajal Janagal

January 2026

I’ve been taking French classes here for about one month with Love Bhatia as my instructor, and I’m really impressed with my progress so far. Love makes each lesson engaging, clear, and practical — every class feels interactive and well-structured.

Amit Thakkar

December 2025

I have been taking classes from Love Bhatia for the last 2 months. He is very detailed and good at teaching French and makes the classes easier and interactive with different activities. He goes above and beyond to make beginners understand the basics.

Navneet Gill

November 2025

My tutor is Love Bhatia. I am taking classes from him since past two months. He explains everything in a very detailed and interesting way and makes learning French easy and enjoyable. I’ve really felt comfortable and confident learning French so far.

Khushpreet Kaur

November 2025

Our teacher Love is amazing. He is passionate, patient, and truly inspiring. Thanks for all the help so far!

Alieza Garcia

November 2025

I started taking classes with Nupur 9 months ago. She is an amazing instructor. Her approach and adaptability made each class a great process to learn. She’s helping me a lot to prepare for my TEF test.

Esteban

October 2025

My experience with Divya on my first classes has been fantastic! She is very patient and engaging and makes the classes both enjoyable and highly effective. It has definitely been a really nice experience learning with TFA!

Fabiana Flores

October 2025

Been taking classes from Kanishka for a while now, she is fantastic with her ways of teaching and making sure her students grasp a fine understanding of the topics before moving forward. The homework she gives is very helpful.

Anshika

September 2025

I’ve had the pleasure of learning French with Kaniska, and I can confidently say she is an outstanding teacher. She makes every lesson engaging, clear, and enjoyable. Her teaching style is patient yet motivating.

Diljaan Singh

September 2025

Been taking classes with Anil for the last couple months and it has been a great experience. He’s very caring for his students and accommodates the classes based on your knowledge and level. I recommend TFA.

Georgina Carballo

September 2025

I have seen great progress in my French learning journey. They have great content and very professional teachers. Harshita has helped me personalize my training as per my needs. Highly recommended this academy.

Sakshi Sharma

September 2025

My experience with TFA has been amazing so far! My tutor, Jasleen Kaur, provides tailored lesson plans based on my skill level and gives me undivided attention during our sessions. I have really enjoyed learning French with them.

Atharv Agrawal

September 2025

My French learning experience with TFA has been wonderful so far. Kudos to the administrative team for all the backend support you guys provide with the classes. Aashika, my instructor, ensures that everyone in class is keeping up. She has been very patient and motivating.

Jyoti Sitoula

September 2025

I signed up for French classes at Toronto French Academy a few months ago to prep for my TEF exam. The tutors were knowledgeable and the material covered most of what I needed. Overall a decent experience, I did see some improvement in my French.

Kavya T

December 2025

I’ve been learning French with Priya ma’am at Toronto French Academy for about 4 months now, and it’s been a great experience. The learning material is well-structured, and the way she explains concepts makes it easy to understand. The classes are interactive and engaging.

Umesh Arora

September 2025

I started my journey with TFA and I must say their one-to-one sessions are best for anyone who wants to learn French quickly and working on tight timelines. Special thanks to Divya Ahuja my trainer for being flexible, innovative and supportive.

Tarun Aggarwal

August 2025

I’ve been taking classes at TFA for a couple of months now and I’m pretty happy with how things have gone. My tutor is patient and really knows how to break down the tricky parts of French grammar. I feel way more confident going into my TEF exam than I did before.

Lovish Juneja

January 2026

Called them a couple of times and nobody picked up. Left a message too and never heard back. I was genuinely interested in signing up but if they can’t even answer the phone I don’t know how the actual classes would go. Pretty disappointing first impression.

Sanjana Singh

December 2025

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FAQ

Common questions from beginners

Can I really learn French from zero, with no experience at all?

Yes. A1 assumes nothing: no vocabulary, no grammar, no past exposure. The first lessons cover greetings, pronunciation and the present tense, and our tutors teach complete beginners every day.

How long does it take to finish A1 and A2?

Each level takes about 1.5 to 2 months, so both together come to roughly 3 to 4 months. The pace depends on your weekly hours and on whether you study in a group or one on one.

How long does it take to go from A1 to B2 in French?

A1 and A2 together take about 3 to 4 months. B1 and B2 are bigger levels and take longer; the honest answer is measured in months of steady work, and it depends on your weekly hours and how much corrected speaking and writing you get. Our guide to reaching B2 gives a realistic timeline.

Do I need French for Canada PR if I am only at the beginner level?

Not directly. CRS points arrive at NCLC 7 in all four skills, which is well beyond A2. But that score has to start somewhere, and it starts here. The French for Canada PR guide lays out the numbers before you commit.

What is the difference between A1 and A2?

A1 installs the basics: the present tense, questions, numbers and core vocabulary. A2 adds the past and future tenses, the object pronouns and enough vocabulary to handle errands and appointments.

Should a beginner choose group classes or private tutoring?

Groups stay small (3 to 4 on average, capped at 8), so you get real speaking time and classmates at your level. Private moves faster because every minute is yours. You can switch or combine the two at any point.

Are classes online or in person?

Both. Most classes happen live online; in-person options run across the GTA. Tutors and syllabus are identical either way.

Where do beginner classes run in person?

Across the GTA, including Toronto, Brampton and Mississauga, with most students joining live online. The French classes near me page breaks the options down by area.

What happens after A2?

B1 and B2 come next, in our intermediate and advanced classes, followed by TEF & DELF preparation when an exam is on the horizon. The B1 guide shows what that next level looks like.

More questions? See the full FAQ or contact us. A real person answers.

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Beginner French Classes in Toronto (A1 & A2)

What A1 and A2 actually mean

What the two courses cover

Where the path leads

How classes run

Group classes

Private tutoring

Online and in person

What Our Students Say

Common questions from beginners

Sit in on a class first

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