What our students say about us
Discover the testimonials and experiences of our students, whom we have had the pleasure of supporting throughout their French learning journey.
Through their stories, discover the progress they have made, the challenges they have overcome, and the goals they have achieved through personalised and needs-based pedagogical support.
At MAISON PAPILLON, we are proud to contribute to every stage of their journey and to see our students grow in confidence, develop their French language skills, and achieve their personal, academic, or professional goals.
Explore some of their testimonials and discover their stories, experiences, and journey towards greater confidence and proficiency in French.
Alexis was my private French tutor in October 2020. Back then I told him that I needed to get a C1 certification asap. At that moment in time I was probably at a B2 level. I was confident speaking everyday French but struggled with the writing parts. My last French lesson dated back > 10 years. Within only 6 weeks Alexis got me ready for the TCF exam. We scheduled 2-3 lessons a week and he gave me daily homework. The effort was immense, and it was worth it. I passed my TCF with a total of 561 points which equals a C1 in all modules. Thank you, Alexis! I couldn't have done it without your help.
Jasmine P
Alexis was fantastic as my French instructor! His passion for teaching is evident through his attitude in class. His determination to make sure his students got the most out of each class (while having fun) made the class all the more enjoyable !
Vishal B
Alexis is a great teacher with passion for his job and students' success! I really enjoyed our classes and I am grateful for his teaching methods and engagement. We worked together to improve my French speaking and listening skills, the topics were also tailored to my professional domain whenever possible, which was both interesting and challenging for both of us. I highly recommend Alexis as a tutor - his classes are educative and fun, and there is something to learn for everyone.
Elvira A
I had the opportunity and the pleasure to be a student from Alexis, he was my french teacher.
During our time together, Alexis focused on my goals. bringing interesting topics for conversation adapted to my level. His capacity to teach the concepts was outstanding and his friendly and flexible way was much appreciated.
Alexis let me learn at my own pace, through the right amount of exercises and a very practical focused methodology.
I recommend Alexis as a French teacher. You will be in the right place with him !
Mata B
C'était un plaisir de prendre des cours de français avec Alexis.
Alexis adapte très bien le niveau de français au groupe.
J'ai l'impression qu'Alexis est un professeur qui fait le maximum pour aider ses élèves.
J'espère te revoir au prochain cours, Alexis !
Eveline B
Alexis est un très bon professeur qui est ouvert aux différents milieux et niveaux d'apprentissage de ses étudiants. Il offre un environnement d'apprentissage agréable et professionnel.
Frederik V
Alexis was my French teacher. His friendly, casual but firm way of teaching made sure that you feel comfortable enough to make mistakes and he ensures that you learn every class, without forcing subjects in the group.
Marie M
Alexis was a great tutor during my introduction to the French language.
His animation in the online classes was refreshing and conducive to a great learning experience.
His expectations of us were simple and his patience with my "zero" level of knowledge was great, but at the same time pressing me to speak the language instead of defaulting to english.
Merci d'être un grand professeur
Mike W
II had the pleasure of working with Alexis during the French courses he provides at the company I work for. Alexis provides a safe and fun environment in which you have the opportunity to develop and train your French skills. Due to the group not being too big and the approach of Alexis being personal but professional, I felt secure enough to try and learn from my mistakes. I feel more confident using my French skills now, so I would definitely recommend the courses of Alexis.
Elise N
Alexis is a good teacher. The fact that he requires you to speak French during class makes you think extra about the vocabulary.
He tries to make every lesson fun.
Milandra K
Alexis est un très bon professeur de français! Il a toujours été encourageant et patient avec nous, et a réussi à nous faire parler avec des phrases complètes! Le matériel et les vidéos qu'il a utilisés étaient engageants et ont maintenu mon intérêt, ce qui n'est pas facile à faire!
Erin B
Not only is Alexis a great teacher but he is HILARIOUS!!! He makes learning fun and I looked forward to my French classes with him each week! J'ai pu améliorer considérablement mes compétences en français au cours de mes 3 mois de cours. Merci beaucoup Alexis!!
Shannon S
Alexis is an excellent French teacher who makes classes fun and engaging with his vibrant and positive personality. Thank you Alexis, hope to be able to pursue classes in one of your groups!
Sofie C
Alexis was my teacher of French for a semester. We had virtual lessons and he helped me a lot to bring back my passive French knowledge to an intermediate level. I would really recommend him to everyone who would like to learn French from a native speaker :-)
Monika H
I loved the French courses which I had with Alexis! He helped me a lot to bring back my passive knowledge and we always had fun during the sessions. I would highly recommend him if you would like to learn French or just would like to practice your language skills :)
Nomin B
Alexis était mon professeur de français et j'ai beaucoup appris sur la culture française en plus de la langue française grâce à lui. Il est un enseignant qui comprendrait les besoins des étudiants et concevrait les activités du cours en conséquence afin que les étudiants puissent atteindre leurs objectifs et voir des résultats très rapidement.
Il est éduqué dans l'enseignement et aime passionnément aider les étudiants à améliorer leur français.
Omid V
Alexis was fanstatic and truly an inspiring teacher. He gave me topics about art to practice my French on which I enjoyed so much. I dropped French in a almost a year but within a few weeks with him, I was able to pick it up very quickly. I’d highly recommend him to anyone who wants to leverage French or simply to fall in love with this language more !
My TH
Finally, someone who understands how to teach French. Alexis’s teaching skills are fresh and advanced.
I can confirm: “his passion for his job, teaching French!” as a result during the sessions we had the interactions were amazing as well as knowledge exchange.
In only three months my French improved constantly, Alexis thank you very much and keep going you are the best! A+
Fernando I
Alexis was a fantastic teacher, with great practical approach to organise his classes. The way of each class was tailored to the level of the group, and communication was always smooth. I would highly recommend Alexis.
Rafal K
Alexis is a great teacher! I was always impressed by his patience during our French classes, while at the same time he´d make sure I´d leave each lesson with something new in my French vocabulary.
Don't hesitate in reaching out to him if you´d also like to learn this beautiful language!
Raynolf S
I followed three courses of a duration of 4 months given by Alexis.
A great teacher with a lot of patience and a shining personality. He makes to most difficult French
grammar easy to understand.
Babette VM
Comme l'a dit l'un des étudiants d'Alexis. Je peux dire que si vous voulez améliorer votre français avec lui, c'est un bon choix. Non seulement il est très gentil et compréhensif. Il explique le sujet d'une manière créative et joyeuse. Si vous choisissez Alexis, votre français atteindra un niveau supérieur et vous vous amuserez.
Fernando I
Great teacher with great mentality and super fun !
Elien D
Alexis is a wonderful instructor, every class is a joy to follow thanks to his enthusiasm and patience. You're never "afraid" to speak the language because making mistakes is OK and Alexis takes the time to point them out after you're finished talking. I enjoyed every single class I attended!
Devon K
Alexis has been my french professor for more than 4 semesters in my compagny . By far He is the best professor that I had. His method of teaching is fantastic. He motivates me to learn more in every single session. Using multimedia techniques, considering the students habits of learning and focusing on teaching all of the skills are his strength points. I am more than happy and grateful to be his student.
Leila G
I first started studying with Alexis when I was working toward my DELF B1 certification. I was taking group classes and wanted some one-on-one teaching to help consolidate what I was learning in group classes. It was invaluable to have so much conversation practice and to be able to focus more on concepts that were difficult for me while moving more quickly through things that I found easy. It was a perfect compliment to group classes.
I continued on with Alexis when I stopped group classes, and always found his lessons personable and fun. Which makes it easy to keep one's attention compared to group classes, where the mind can wander. He's happy to make the lessons as formal or informal as you wanted, and I appreciated that flexibility. When you are juggling French learning with work and other commitments, sometimes you don't have the energy, but I never once dreaded a lesson with Alexis. With his help, I managed to pass the DELF B1 with high marks (including perfect marks in some sections).
Finally, after taking a six-month break I reached out to Alexis to help me prep for my French citizenship interview. I had done close to zero French during my break and my speaking confidence had slipped. But, again, with Alexis' help I got my skills back and we prepped exhaustively for the interview—which went well.
All in all, I highly recommend Alexis to help you reach your goals in French. No matter what they are, he'll help you achieve them. Merci, Alexis !
Luke M
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