Bienvenue à La Petite Ecole en Provence

An immersive experience into the French and Provençal culture.

Learn. Relax. Immerse.

Located in the heart of Provence, our school La Petite Ecole offers a deep immersion in the French and Provençal culture. Come and learn the beautiful French language while staying in our little house La Petite Maison completely renovated and offering maximum comfort. 

Your teacher Vincent will welcome you and take you on a discovery of all things quintessentially Provençal. Its villages, its history, its gastronomy.  

Find out more about the area surrounding La Petite Ecole

Nos chers étudiants…

  • "The entire week was extremely enjoyable, productive and a pleasure thanks in no small part to Vincents energy, enthusiasm and care for his students."

    Tamara & Geoff

  • "I would recommend La Petite Ecole to anyone passionate about improving their French while enjoying the beautiful region of Le Var."

    Alison

  • "A week at the Petite Ecole was, for me, a highlight of my 2022 holidays."

    Margaret

  • "My experience at La Petite Ecole was exceptional. As someone who has been learning French for over a decade, this was my first opportunity to live and study in an authentic ‘Frenchy' environment."

    Edward

  • "I would highly recommend a week at La Petite École to anyone looking to improve their French while having lots of fun."

    Stephen

  • "La Petite Ecole en Provence was a complete immersive experience. Your days will be filled with French language, French history, French culture and French cuisine. Vincent takes extreme care and pride in designing a program that suits the interests and level of his students."

    Liam

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to speak another language?

The idea of La Petite Ecole is for you to experience an incredible linguistic and cultural immersion. Therefore, all communication will be conducted in French. However, your teacher speaks English, which can prove to be highly beneficial in situations that require immediate assistance.

 

My partner wants to come along but does not speak French. Can he/she stay with me?

Everybody is welcomed, your partner can be completely independent or can join us for the Afternoon Immersions (one student + partner fee will apply).

What about meals?

In the kitchen, you will find basic ingredients and condiments i.e. coffee, tea, pasta, rice, pasta sauce, olive oil, butter, etc. In the morning, you will take care of your own breakfast. As for lunch, Vincent and/or his family will cook for you! But you may have to “mettre la main à la pâte!”. Dinner is not included. This leaves you the freedom to discover the taste of our wonderful Provencal cuisine. For vegetarians, vegans, and gluten intolerant? Let us know if you have any dietary requirements.

What if I can’t start on Tuesday ?

We strive to accommodate our students to the best of our ability and understand that scheduling conflicts may arise. While we make every effort to accommodate preferred arrival and departure dates, it is important to note that during our peak season, our availability may be limited.

I would like to request a modification to the schedule, possibly by allocating additional spare time or increasing the amount of tuition. Is that possible ?

As La Petite Ecole accommodates a maximum of two students who are acquainted with each other, Vincent is pleased to customise the experience to best meet your needs. Please indicate your preferences on the application form to allow for personalised accommodations.

I don’t drive : how can I move around during the week ?

Our school is located in a remote area devoid of public transportation infrastructure. However, in terms of the days involving Vincent, transportation arrangements for the afternoon immersion will be taken care of. Additionally, if you require assistance with running errands, Vincent will gladly provide transportation services.