Our Core French tutoring program for Grades 4–12 follows the Ontario curriculum and helps students boost their grades and succeed in school. We offer personalized support in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to make French easier and more enjoyable. Through engaging lessons, students build confidence, improve marks, explore Francophone cultures, and prepare for future success in a supportive environment.

🧩 Core French
(Grades 4–12)

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Our Core French tutoring program for Grades 4–12 follows the Ontario curriculum and helps students boost their grades and succeed in school. We offer personalized support in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to make French easier and more enjoyable. Through engaging lessons, students build confidence, improve marks, explore Francophone cultures, and prepare for future success in a supportive environment.

✅ Core French Program Overview

The Core French program in Ontario is a mandatory French as a Second Language (FSL) initiative designed for students enrolled in English-language schools.
Its primary objective is to develop students' basic communication skills in French and to foster an appreciation for Francophone cultures.

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"Program Overview"

🎓 Secondary Level (Grades 9–12)

Graduation Requirement: Students must complete at least one credit in French as a Second Language to obtain the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), typically achieved by taking Core French in Grade 9.
Continued Learning: Students have the option to pursue additional Core French courses in Grades 10 through 12. Completing all four credits (Grades 9–12) may qualify students for a Certificate of Achievement in Core French.

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🏫 Elementary Level (Grades 4–8)

Start of Instruction: Core French instruction typically begins in Grade 4.
Instructional Time: Students receive approximately 200 minutes of French instruction per week, totaling a minimum of 600 hours by the end of Grade 8.
Curriculum Focus: The program emphasizes the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Instruction is delivered in French, utilizing authentic materials and real-life contexts to enhance language acquisition.

🎯 Program Goals and Benefits

✅ Communication Skills:
Develop students' ability to communicate effectively in French.

✅ Cultural Appreciation:
Foster an understanding and appreciation of French-speaking cultures in Canada and globally.

✅ Cognitive Development:
Enhance problem-solving, reasoning, and creative thinking skills.

✅ Career Opportunities:
Provide a competitive advantage in the workforce by equipping students with bilingual capabilities.

🤝 Inclusion and Support

The Core French program is inclusive and accommodates students with diverse learning needs:

Special Education Needs: Students receive appropriate accommodations or modifications as outlined in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Multilingual Learners: English Language Learners are supported through tailored instructional strategies to ensure success in acquiring French as an additional language.

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Elise

Laura

Radmila

Karine

C. Paul

Elsa

Zachary

Danicka

Monica

Mina

Gisèle

Evguénia

Karina

Evgeny

Chahinez

Native French speaker

Degree: Master of Education, University of Lyon 3, France

Elise is the ideal instructor for both high school students and adults.

With her deep understanding of the philosophy and culture of the French language, she helps learners confidently master the language and succeed in their exams.

She also prepares students for the DELF, DALF, TEF, and TCF exams.

Elise

Over 7 years of teaching experience

Laura

Degree: Master’s Degree, Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary
Additional Qualifications: Bachelor of Education and International Bachelor of Arts (iBA), University of Toronto (Glendon College), Certified Teacher in Ontario, Canada.

Laura is an OCT-certified French Immersion teacher. She helps children and adults develop confident speaking skills and ensures a thorough understanding of French, both in everyday situations and professional contexts.

She also prepares students for the IB entrance exam and the IB final exams.

Over 6 years of teaching experience

Radmila

Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in French Studies
Additional Qualifications: FSL – Part 1 and Part 2
Certification: Ontario Certified Teacher (YRDSB)

Radmila is an Ontario Certified Teacher with 20+ years of experience in Core French, Immersion, IB, and AP programs. She teaches both children and adults, creating a warm and supportive environment that builds confidence, fluency, and a genuine love for the French language.

Over 20 years of teaching experience

Native French speaker

Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in French Language, University of Toronto, Canada
Additional Qualifications: Master’s in French Studies, University of Guelph, Canada

Karine specialises in teaching both adults and children. With over five years of experience teaching at universities, she has also worked at a French primary school in Peterborough, Ontario. She will help you master French for a variety of purposes, from academic success to practical communication in a French-speaking environment. She also prepares students for IB exams as well as DELF, DALF, and TEF certifications.

Karine

Over 7 years of teaching experience

Native French speaker

Degree: BA and MA in French Studies, York University

Christopher helps kids overcome difficulties in reading and writing in French and creates a positive and comfortable learning atmosphere.

He helps adults speak French fluently, gain confidence and achieve their goals

C. Paul

Over 6 years of teaching experience

Native French speaker

Certified FLE Teacher, Native French Speaker

Elsa is a FLE teacher and native speaker with 4 years of experience teaching adults and kids . She has taught over 3,000 lessons and supported more than 100 students from all over the world.
Her methodical and enthusiastic approach helps learners progress at their own pace, in a supportive and motivating environment. Elsa stays available outside class time and provides personalized guidance at every step.
She prepares students for official exams such as TEF, TCF, DELF, and DALF.

Elsa

Over 4 years of teaching experience

Native French speaker

Certified French language teacher

Zachary specializes in teaching French to students of all levels, including complete beginners. He uses a variety of materials tailored to each student’s level, making learning both engaging and effective.

His lessons are designed to help every student speak French confidently and correctly.

Zachary

Over 7 years of teaching experience

Danicka

Degree: BA in French/Sociology, MA in Child Study and Education from OISE of the U of T

Danicka is an Ontario and UK-certified teacher with experience teaching both primary and secondary students.

She will help your child speak French with ease and confidence, making it a natural part of their daily communication.

She prepares students for the IB exam.

Over 8 years of teaching experience

Native French speaker

Degree: Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Territories and Societies, specializing in Information and Communication Sciences, University of Montpellier 1, France
Additional Qualifications: Undergraduate Diploma in Criminal Sciences, University of Montpellier 3, France. Certificate in Steiner-Waldorf Pedagogy, Didascali Institute, Sorgues, France.

Monica is a native French speaker and an experienced educator. She creates a dynamic, supportive learning environment and helps students of all ages build confidence and enjoy learning the French language.

Monica

Over 10 years of teaching experience

Native French speaker

Mina

Degree: Ph.D. in French and Comparative Literature
Additional Qualifications: Advanced training in French language teaching in France; Certified TEF and TEF Canada examiner

Mina is a passionate French instructor with over 17 years of teaching experience in universities, language schools, and adult programs.
She brings a rich academic background and international expertise to her classes, helping students master French for academic, professional, and everyday communication. Her dynamic teaching style ensures steady progress and lasting results.

Over 17 years of teaching experience

Native French speaker

Gisèle

Degree: Diploma in French Language and Literature
Additional Qualifications: University training in pedagogy, linguistics, and language didactics

Gisèle is an experienced French teacher and certified examiner for TCF, TEF, DELF, and DALF. She has taught French in a variety of educational settings, adapting her methods to suit different student profiles and levels. Her inclusive approach focuses on communication, learner autonomy, and the joy of learning, ensuring that every student feels supported and motivated.

Over 25 years of teaching experience

Degree: PhD in French Studies, University of Toronto
Additional Qualification: BA in French Studies, York University – Glendon College

Evguénia is a skilled French instructor with over 15 years of experience.
She helps students of all ages build confidence in speaking, reading, and comprehension, offering a strong foundation in French language and culture. Her personalized, supportive approach helps learners reach academic, professional, and personal goals. She also prepares students for IB exams and certifications like DELF, DALF, TEF, and TCF.

Evguénia

Over 15 years of teaching experience

Karina

Degree: Honours Diploma in Teaching French and English

Karina is a passionate language teacher and translator with over 20 years’ experience in French.
She has taught thousands of students of all ages, helping them build strong communication skills in a supportive and motivating environment. Her personalized approach ensures steady progress with continuous guidance.

Karina is also a skilled translator and prepares students for official exams (TEF, TCF, DELF, DALF).

Over 20 years of teaching experience

Evgeny

Degree: Master’s degree in linguistics University of Strasbourg
Additional Qualifications: PhD (University of Strasbourg)

With six years of experience teaching French as a foreign language, Evgeny specialises in helping learners from all backgrounds succeed in international French exams, including the DELF, DALF, TEF, and TCF. Drawing on his academic expertise and deep understanding of language acquisition, he is dedicated to making French accessible, engaging, and results-driven. Her approach combines rigorous exam preparation with a passion for real-world communication.

Over 6 years of teaching experience

FLE Teacher & Certified Examiner

Degree: Bachelor’s degree in French Language
Additional Qualifications: DALF C2, Certified Examiner (TEF, DELF/DALF – France Éducation International & Paris Île-de-France Chamber of Commerce and Industry)

Chahinez specialises in helping learners from all backgrounds master the French language, particularly in preparation for international exams. With over eight years of experience, she is a certified examiner for the TEF and DELF/DALF exams. A passionate educator, she is committed to teaching a living, authentic language that leads to success.

Chahinez

Over 8 years of teaching experience

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My 8-year-old daughter has been studying at your school for a few months, and I can see great progress! Thanks to your approach, she can already read and speak in full sentences in French. Her confidence and interest in learning the language grow with each lesson. Thank you for your attentiveness and support every step of the way!

Gabriel

I want to express my huge gratitude to Toronto French! Elize is an excellent, attentive, and highly qualified teacher. Her teaching method is unique: everything is presented in such an interesting and clear way that the results are just amazing. I’m so glad we chose your school, and of course, we will continue our lessons. We love everything about it. Moreover, my son has his French exam coming up, and thanks to Elize, he will be 100% ready for it! Once again, a big thank you!

Sophie

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William

We have been learning with Karine for about a year. She is a very pleasant teacher and a true professional. My daughter is always in a good mood during her lessons, and that makes me very happy. We are very pleased with the results and will continue our lessons!

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