Saturday French course in Bern

Description & Course Objective

French course nearby. Saturday French course in Bern. Don't have time during the week? Then a Saturday French course would be just the thing for you! You'll learn French in 4 lessons every Saturday. Through conversation, listening comprehension and writing exercises, you will improve your language skills and learn to cope with everyday life in French. A variety of written and spoken exercises will help you to speak French as quickly as possible.

French course in Bern, effective and fun French learning. Various course options, best prices.

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Songül Öcalan
November 6, 2026
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I took my fide exam today at the ILS Bern . Everything was well organized, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I’m happy to recommend ILS Bern !
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Sari Hasso
November 5, 2026
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I'm very happy with my experience at ILS-Bern. The organization was great, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience🌹
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Carlos Enrique Pereyra Souza
October 30, 2026
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It was already a very advanced level for A1 and quite difficult
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Alessandro Russo
October 29, 2026
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I really love this language school! The atmosphere is great—we laugh a lot and get to practice speaking all the time. Katrin is honestly one of the best teachers I’ve ever had! She’s super patient, explains everything really well, and makes learning fun and easy. You can really feel yourself improving quickly. The school is also conveniently located, and everyone speaks English, which makes things much easier. I definitely recommend it!!!!!!!
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Gabriel Orozco
October 29, 2026
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I'm learning a lot in a short time; the German lessons are super dynamic, and the teacher, Karin, makes everything much easier and super engaging. I'm very happy.
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Aleksandra Agapitova
October 29, 2026
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Karin is an amazing German teacher—incredibly kind, professional, and supportive. She makes me feel comfortable and confident, and I genuinely enjoy learning with her. I couldn’t ask for a better teacher!
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Shamsullah Sediqi
October 8, 2026
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I'm very satisfied with the exam. Everything was very well organized. The staff were friendly and helpful. Thank you very much for the great experience!
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Tara Daly
September 22, 2026
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I recently joined the super-intensive class taught by Karin Steiner. So far, it’s been amazing—her teaching style, the variety of activities throughout the lessons, and the caring and fun environment she creates in class have all made this experience truly enjoyable. I’ve noticed that I’m already picking up quite a bit of the language, and I’m able to use it when I’m out and about after just two weeks of lessons! I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn German!
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Poliksena Hakolli
September 21, 2026
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Dear Karin, You're a wonderful teacher. You explain the lessons so clearly and in a way that's easy to understand. We're very happy with you and feel very comfortable with you. You help us understand the lessons better and make learning easier. Thank you so much for your patience and support ❤️
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Gratiela Petrache
September 20, 2026
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On September 18, 2026, I took my “ Fide-Test ” exam at the “ ILS Bern .” I was greeted very warmly there, and I found the staff to be very friendly, patient, and pleasant. The atmosphere was calm, and I felt well taken care of. Thank you so much for the friendly service! I really hope I passed the test, because I really need the results. 😊 I can definitely recommend the ILS Bern .
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Level Duration & Course Cost - Saturday French Course

How much does a Saturday French course in Bern cost?

LevelDurationLessonsPricePrice
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Installment rate*.
A1.1, A1.2, A2.1, A2.2, B1.1, B1.28 weeks32 lect.CHF 700CHF 21.852 x 350
B2.1, B2.2, C1.1, C1.28 weeks32 lect.CHF 700CHF 21.852 x 350
A1, A2, B116 weeks64 lect.CHF 1400CHF 21.854 x 350
B2, C116 weeks64 lect.CHF 1400CHF 21.854 x 350
*Surcharge CHF 15 per installment

finally speak freely!

Free conversation course

free of charge for existing participants, CHF 150 for external students

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Course days & times Saturday French in Bern

What are the course days & times for the French courses in Bern?

Course optionCourse daysCourse times
Super-Intensive French CourseMonday till Friday13:00 - 16:15
Intensive evening French courseMonday till Thursday17:30 - 19:00
Evening French CourseMonday & Wednesday / Tuesday & Thursday19:15 - 20:45
Saturday French CourseSaturday09:00 - 12:15
Christmas Break:
From December 21, 2026, through January 2, 2027, there will be no group classes. Ongoing group classes will be suspended during this time and will resume on January 4, 2027.
Free online placement test

Start dates for all sub-level Saturday French courses 2025

When does the next Saturday French course start in Bern?

Classes canceled due to holidays will be made up. During the week of the holiday, classes will begin 30 minutes earlier. This schedule change will remain in effect until all canceled classes have been made up.

Christmas Break: There will be no group classes from December 21, 2026, through January 2, 2027. Ongoing group classes will be suspended during this time and will resume on January 4, 2027.

Level:

A1 to C1

Course duration:

A shorter course duration is also possible on request.

Holidays:

Holidays are not charged for courses that take place every day.

Participants:

The courses are started from 3 participants.

Materials:

60.- CHF is not included in the price

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  • Small groups (2-8 people)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Saturday French Classes on Saturdays

Learn more about our French courses

Yes. The Saturday French class is held every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. This format is particularly well-suited for people who cannot schedule fixed class times during the week.

Yes. You have only one scheduled class per week, so you can keep your weekdays free for work, school, or family. The longer class block on Saturday still ensures regular exposure to the language.

A sub-level such as A1.1, B1.2, or C1.1 lasts 8 weeks and consists of 32 lessons. A full level lasts 16 weeks and consists of a total of 64 lessons.

Yes, if you review regularly between class days. Short vocabulary exercises, French podcasts, texts, or conversations can help you keep the language fresh in your mind throughout the week.

The lessons combine conversation, listening comprehension, and writing. The goal is for you to become increasingly confident in using French in typical everyday situations.

The course begins with a minimum of 3 participants and is held in small groups. This ensures there is plenty of opportunity for active conversation and personal questions.

Yes. You can join a course that's already in session if your French level matches that of the group. You only pay for the lessons you actually book.