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The homestay program is an excellent way for teachers to put into practice what they teach and for students to learn French and experience French culture. Our CEI host community in Paris.
Host families
Our host families are carefully selected after an interview and a home visit by a CEI local representative. Availability, open-mindedness and hospitality are the major criteria for the selection of host families.
Host families live approximately 15-30 minutes from the school. Students receive full board accommodation (breakfast, packed lunch and dinner).
Accommodation
Homestay is in the South of Paris in a quiet and safe residential city, Bretigny sur Orge. Access to Paris is easy by public transport.
French Courses
15 hours per week from Monday to Friday (5 x 3 hours) in a local school. Classes are taught by native French teachers in closed groups depending on the number of participants and the level of the group. Teachers use dynamic, interactive educational methods and materials. Students receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course.
Social and cultural activities
Along with the French classes, students will participate in afternoon activities in Paris. Excursions and specific activities upon request.
Supervision and safety
Assistance of the CEI team and local representative throughout the stay if needed. Meet and greet service on arrival. All our host families live in safe and quiet residential areas.
Dates 2026 Homestay and learning French in Paris :
During fall, winter or spring.
Prices 2026 :
- 15 students, 1 leader free of charge : 435€
- 30 students, 2 leaders free of charge : 450€
Optional in Paris :
- Activities package +50€/student.
- Sample of activities package : Seine River cruise, Eiffel tower tickets 2nd floor, guided walking tour of Montmartre, entrance to
Louvre Museum, entrance to Versailles Castle and gardens. - Return transfers from Paris airport to host community by private coach +850€/group.
- French leader during afternoon activities +350€/group.
Extra cost for residence accommodation in Paris +275€/person.
Accommodation
Homestay accommodation. Full board.
Host region
The trip takes place in Bretigny-sur-Orge, near Paris.
Discover Paris and its major places of interest
Visit famous landscapes of Paris, iconic places, improve your language skills with French lessons.
Participants
Participants must be at least 12 years old.
- Valid identity documents for a stay in France.
- Please check the exact conditions for entering France (visa, authorizations, etc…).
Prices includes :
- 6 nights full board homestay accommodation in the area of your choice.
- 15 hours of French courses with specialized teachers.
- 1-week unlimited public transport card.
- Assistance of CEI local representative and CEI office.
Advantages of this homestay and learning French in Paris
- Discover the must-see places in Paris
- Improve your language skills with French lessons
- Homestay accomodation
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