For Ages: 13-18
Absolute Beginner to Advanced French
Supervised Program

The NRCSA Center in Bretigny was founded in the mid 1960's, and has a long history in organizing programs specifically designed for teens. The programs have a good mix of language and culture study, with supervised activities, to ensure that students learn and have a good time while their in France. The NRCSA Center in Bretigny abides by the ethic and safety rules enacted by AFNOR, a governmental body which ensures the standard and safety of organizations.

The Center's unique teaching methodology was developed by their highly qualified teachers, and is continually improved each year. Teachers understand each student's needs and encourage conversation in French and oral progress. This typr of teaching is called Full immersion, which remains the main elements of  the methodology.

The NRCSA Center is situated in a wide and beautiful park, approximately 5 to 10 minutes walking distance from the city center. The Center houses an amphitheater, classrooms, and a cafeteria where students take their lunch, Monday through Friday.

The program includes French language study in the mornings from 8:30 to 12:30, and activities, such as sports, in the afternoons. One full day excursion and four half day excursions are offered per week.

Bretigny-sur-Orge is a quiet residential suburb situated 30km (20 miles) from the centre of Paris. With 20,000 inhabitants, Bretigny provides the combination of the quality of life of a provincial town with the nearby excitement of one of the most dynamic cities in Europe.

The center of the city offers opportunities for cultural activities, such as a visit to the Jules Verne Center of Contemporary art, and the numerous cafes and cinemas provide social outings for the students.

It takes approximately 30 minutes by Metro to reach the centre of Paris, 60 minutes to Charles de Gaulle Airport and 20 minutes to Orly. All students will be picked up at the airport or train station upon arrival and transferred back upon departure.