Learn French with individual online lessons tailored to your goals. Build confidence in everyday conversations, at work or when preparing for a French exam.
70+ positive reviews on Glocals. Individual online French lessons for adults in Geneva and beyond.
Learn the French you actually need for daily life in Geneva and French-speaking Switzerland.
Each lesson is adapted to your level, pace, goals and real-life situations.
After each lesson, receive detailed written notes covering almost everything we worked on, including corrections, vocabulary and useful expressions.
My teaching focuses on the two needs I see most often in Geneva: everyday communication and targeted exam preparation.
This is the core of my work. I help adult learners speak more naturally and handle everyday situations with less stress and more independence.
I also offer targeted preparation for FIDE, DELF/DALF and naturalisation interviews, with structured sessions, simulations and detailed corrections.
Practical private lessons, personalised feedback and materials to help you keep learning between sessions.
Each session is tailored to your level, goals and real-life situations.
You learn how to speak and react in real situations, not just theory.
Receive an extensive written record of each lesson. Depending on your needs, I also provide grammar explanations, exercises, dialogues, videos and audio materials for further practice.
Four clear options depending on your pace, flexibility needs and goals.
45 CHF / 45 EUR per 45-minute lesson
Essential pack: 8 × 45-minute lessons — 360 CHF / 360 EUR total (prepaid)
Valid for 4 weeks
A lighter structure for students with busy schedules who want regular contact with French and gradual progress.
8 × 60 min — 400 CHF / EUR
Equivalent hourly rate: 50 CHF / 50 EUR (per 60 min)
Valid for 4 weeks
The recommended programme for regular progress, stronger confidence and practical everyday French.
8 × 75 min — 480 CHF / EUR
Equivalent hourly rate: 48 CHF / 48 EUR (per 60 min)
Valid for 6 weeks
A more comfortable format for students who want deeper lessons and a more flexible rhythm without losing regular progress.
8 × 75 min — 550 CHF / EUR
Equivalent hourly rate: 55 CHF / 55 EUR (per 60 min)
Valid for 5 weeks
Focused preparation for FIDE, DELF/DALF, TEF/TCF or naturalisation interviews, with structured practice and detailed feedback.
Not sure which programme fits your needs?
Custom programme on request — we can adjust the number of lessons and the programme duration based on your goals and availability. A tailored price will be proposed accordingly.Prices are the same in CHF and EUR. Both currencies are accepted. Hourly equivalents are shown for comparison only. Programmes are prepaid in full before the first lesson; individual lessons are not sold separately.
Get in touchBonjour, I’m Selma, a French tutor based near Geneva. I’ve been teaching French for more than 15 years, helping adults, including expats and international professionals, gain confidence in French for daily life, work and exams.
My lessons are practical, structured and supportive, with a strong focus on usable French that helps you communicate more easily in real situations.
I also teach under the name Célia on Glocals, where I have received 70+ positive student reviews.
Reviews from students who studied with me online or in Geneva.
“Thanks to Célia’s support, I successfully passed the DALF C1 exam.”
Marc — Medical doctor at HUG (Geneva University Hospitals)“Célia’s online lessons are practical and tailored. She’s patient and encouraging.”
Juliana C. — UNICEF“Célia is joyful and patient. I reached conversational level in under a year.”
Delia Burns — UNHCR“Célia’s flexible, fun lessons built our confidence. Highly recommend.”
Niamh D. — Expat spouse in Geneva“When I first started, I knew next to nothing about French. Now I can hold basic conversations, order food, ask for directions and handle everyday situations in French.”
Faizah S. — United Nations“Celia immediately understood what I needed and tailored each lesson accordingly. I quickly became much more confident speaking and writing in French.”
Anastasia B. — PhD student in Art History, University of GenevaBook a free introductory video call or contact me directly to discuss your level, goals and availability.
This short video call allows us to assess your level, clarify your goals and choose the most suitable programme for you.
No commitment — just a quick conversation to understand your needs and see if we’re a good fit.
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Email: french4expats@gmail.com
Online lessons by default. In-person classes and group classes on request.
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Email: french4expats@gmail.com
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