Bonjour !
Welcome to French via Skype — your online French tutor, wherever you are in the world.
Online French Tutor — DELF & DALF Exam, IB French Tuition
At French via Skype, we provide you with a native French tutor who has over 20 years of international teaching experience.
Since 2014, we have been helping adults and children worldwide reach their French language goals — whether for everyday conversation, professional development, or official examinations.
Our lessons can be designed to prepare students of all levels for the IB French exam, DELF and DALF certifications (A1 to C2), the FIDE test, and naturalisation interviews — whether for Swiss residency or French citizenship.
We also specialise in Business French for professionals.
Our students are based in London, Paris, Brussels, Geneva, Luxembourg, Hong Kong, Sydney, Montreal and beyond.
We offer private and semi-private lessons for all levels, tailored to your specific needs and schedule.
Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or want to sign up for lessons.
À bientôt !
How do online French lessons work?
We offer private and semi-private online French lessons, personalised to your learning needs and goals. All lessons are delivered on modern, flexible platforms such as Zoom, Teams or Google Meet — wherever you are in the world. Find out how it works →
Develop your French conversational skills
Our online General French courses take you from complete beginner to advanced level, focusing on oral fluency, listening comprehension and vocabulary. With your online French tutor, you progress at your own pace, working on the specific skills you wish to develop. Discover our General French courses →
DELF and DALF exam preparation online
Our DELF and DALF preparation courses cover all levels from A1 to C2. Our structured approach combines oral practice, written exercises, listening comprehension and mock exams. Our students consistently score 80% or above — giving you the best possible chance of success on exam day. Discover our DELF and DALF courses →
IB French tuition online — Ab initio, SL and HL
We specialise in IB French tuition at Ab initio, Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL). Our students consistently achieve scores of 6 or 7 out of 7. We cover all aspects of the IB French curriculum — oral exams, written tasks, literary and non-literary texts — and adapt each lesson to your exam session and level. Discover our IB French tuition →
FIDE test, French citizenship and naturalisation preparation
We specialise in helping students prepare for the FIDE test, Swiss naturalisation interviews, and French citizenship — including the B2 level requirement for a French passport. Our lessons focus on real-life scenarios and official procedures, giving you the confidence and language skills you need to succeed. Discover our FIDE test preparation →
Discover our naturalisation interview preparation →
What our students say about their online French lessons
" Achieving a pass grade on the DELF B2 examination was a prerequisite for my doctoral program. Having spent half a decade studying French in a North American high school, I was confident that self-study would suffice. However, the reality was more challenging than anticipated, and I found myself floundering on my first attempt with a disappointing score in the 40s. That's when I enlisted the help of Laure. With her in-depth expertise and professional demeanor, she swiftly discerned my weak points and devised an astute, targeted plan to help me overcome them. Her assignments were also well curated to improve my skills and rigorous enough to have me studying 7 hours a week to keep up. Although I hesitated initially at the cost, her lessons showed me that it was well worth it. In just eleven sessions, Laure remarkably helped me boost my score by approximately 30 points, culminating in a pass mark of 71.5 at my second attempt. My primary obstacle was my speaking ability, a skill I hadn't had the chance to hone in years. I also struggled with key grammatical structures vital for the exam. Laure didn't merely teach me how to succeed in the DELF exam, but she also substantially elevated my overall French language proficiency. Should I dare to take on the DELF C1 exam, I would unquestionably reach out to Laure without a second thought. For anyone endeavoring to excel in a French language examination or aspiring to enhance their French speaking abilities, Laure can definitely help. "
Yuri Han
" I had the absolute pleasure of working with Laure to prepare for the DELF B1 exam, and I can confidently say that she played a key role in my success. From the very first lesson, Laure demonstrated not only a deep understanding of the French language but also a remarkable talent for teaching it in a way that was clear, engaging, and perfectly tailored to my level and learning style. What sets Laure apart from other teachers is her ability to make each session both productive and enjoyable. She has a calm, encouraging approach that immediately put me at ease, even when tackling tricky grammar points or practicing oral expression—my biggest challenge. Her lessons were always well-structured, combining conversation practice, listening exercises, vocabulary building, and mock exam questions that mirrored the real test format. Laure was also incredibly attentive to my progress. She gave thoughtful, constructive feedback and offered practical tips for improving not just my language skills but also my confidence. Thanks to her guidance, I felt fully prepared going into the exam and achieved a score I’m really proud of! If you're looking for a skilled, supportive, and genuinely inspiring French teacher, I can’t recommend Laure highly enough. She’s an outstanding instructor who truly cares about her students’ success."
Karen Karbo
" I began my lessons with Laure almost a year ago to improve my basic conversational French but ended up going for DELF A1 and aced it with a score of 96%. Her lessons are highly personalised and structured around gaps identified at each lesson. We usually begin the lesson with a recap of the previous, making sure that I am progressing at a comfortable pace. Overall, Laure is a fantastic, motivating and professional online French tutor whom I highly recommend. I am definitely not stopping here... DELF A2 here I come! "
Hui Tan
" I have been studying French with Laure for the past 2 years. I originally met her, and began taking French lessons from her, in Prague 15 years ago. Then, 2 years ago I received an email announcing that Laure would begin giving French lessons via Skype. I jumped at the opportunity! My previous experience with her had been very positive, and I looked forward to working with her again. She is a very professional and competent instructor. She individualizes instruction to precisely fit her students' levels and needs. Her classes are engaging and interesting. I look forward to each session. She offers the right mix of challenge, support, and patience. She provides honest feedback and encouragement in follow-up emails after each session. While I imagine that using Skype as a platform for giving French courses could be more challenging than a face to face class, she is extremely organized. Each lesson is well planned, and efficiently and seamlessly executed. I definitely recommend Laure to anyone who is interested in studying French in a supportive, positive environment. "
Kerith Donnay
" I was looking for a French tutor in Brussels and I found Laure’s website through a Google search almost a year ago, and I am so glad I did! I had been attending group French classes in person at a French school for some time and they had caused me to become quite disheartened and despondent about my French. I found that the group classes were extremely time- consuming and did not cater to my needs – with lots of time spent covering material I was already familiar with. I now attend classes weekly with Laure and I enjoy the classes so much. I have made more progress in one year of classes with Laure than I did in years of group classes. Laure is an amazing teacher. She has the ability to pin-point exactly the areas in which I need to improve. She also listens to what you want to achieve. In my case I simply wanted to improve my French for daily life in a French-speaking environment, rather than focusing on exams. Laure is always incredibly prepared and sends a comprehensive round-up of new vocabulary and expressions after each session. The sessions are always interesting and the tasks she sets are completely realistic and help consolidate what you learn during the sessions with her. For me, having the classes online also allows for added flexibility and is a huge plus! If you are on the fence about learning or improving your French, I really would encourage you to take some classes with Laure – you won’t regret it! “
Bláithín Ní Chróinín
" I began my lesson with Laure about a year ago. I had learnt some basic French. I wanted to restart my learning and toward DELF exam. Prior to it, I struggle to understand conversations or form the sentences properly. My oral conversation is my weaker link. Laure identifies the gap and structure our lesson accordingly. She helps me to prepare DELF A2 with lot of focus on my weaker area of oral conversation, and also improved my writing skills. I have improved tremendously and I aced my DELF exam with flying colours. Overall, I find her lessons to be of premier customised quality. She keeps me motived to continue learning at a suited pace. I highly recommend Laure's lessons. “
Karrish Tan
" I have had lessons with Laure for a year. One year ago I was at A1/A2 level, despite lessons and an A at GCSE level. My initial aim was to obtain the B2 DELF in order to work with French speakers, here in Switzerland. From the start Laure was able to recognise the errors I commonly made and would write these down so that I could learn them, she would then test me in the following lesson. She positively encouraged me to speak, write, read and listen throughout this time. Laure would check my written work in between lessons and was always happy to help. She even bought the B2 DELF practice exam book that i was using, so that she could help me. have been to University and had Post graduate teaching in medical studies. I can truly say that Laure is one of the kindest, most dedicated, thoughtful, professional and effective teachers that i know. She is methodical and offers structure to her lessons. She possesses the characteristics and qualities of a great teacher. I do not use this term lightly, I have had several other teachers but she stands out from the crowd. I worked hard and passed the B2 in November 2017, thanks to Laure. Since then Laure has continued to help me to gain confidence in my profession. She has shown herself to be adept at learning medical terminology as well as using different teaching styles to help me. Thank you Laure, you have helped me so much to realise my dreams. Last year, I was successful in a interview in French. In 2018 I start work in a 100% french environment. I believe that Laure can help anyone to learn French to a high level and boost your confidence at the same time. If you are motivated, she will help you. If you are discouraged she will help you find your courage. "
Dr Steve P
" Laure has been an absolutely incredible teacher, and I’ve passed my B2 with 92%! That is a fantastic improvement on my mark in the B1, done prior to our lessons. I get a huge amount of practice in all areas in the lesson, and we did plenty of mock exams of all types. After the session I promptly receive a list of vocab I couldn’t remember or didn’t know, words I mispronounced and really good homework focused on issues that came up in the lesson or things I have asked to work on. I’m continuing with lessons even after the exam, which really speaks volumes about how much I enjoy them, and I’m so delighted to now be able to tackle novels I previously had to give up on. I’ve really seen a huge improvement in my French, and crucially also in my confidence with the language. With plenty of encouragement and a huge amount of skill, Laure has helped me exceed my expectations! "
Katherine Rybacki
" I have been taking lessons from Laure (French Via Skype) for almost two years and it has been a wonderful experience. I had previously taken French classes at universities and also for several years at the Alliance Française, but I wanted to refresh and improve my conversational skills easily from home. The process and results with Laure have surpassed my expectations and has been the best French learning experience by far. Laure is extremely well prepared (keeping track of topics and assignments, planning the coursework, providing assessments of the progress, etc.) and her teaching methodology has been effective. She takes into account my preferences in terms of topics/skills to be covered, and uses discussions about current events, books and films to complement the class material. Above all she has a friendly demeanor that makes the class very approachable. I wholeheartedly recommend these personalized classes for anyone interested in learning French regardless of their skill level. "
Luis Munoz
" Having studied French for several years in high school, I took up re-learning the language and preparing for the DELF after my undergraduate medical studies to maintain my connection and interest with the French culture. Laure was fantastic as a teacher and mentor during this experience, and was a highly supportive, encouraging and engaging teacher. Her lessons were structured around the exam topics in such a way that I could not have felt better prepared going in. On a personal note, her flexibility to reorganise certain lessons around my work schedule, as well as her weekly homework tasks to keep our knowledge and learning to the highest standards were highlights of working and learning with her, making for a very enjoyable and smooth studying experience alongside working full-time. I was able to pass my DELF B1 exam despite being out of touch with the language for over 7 years prior to Laure’s lesson- a true testament to her ability as a teacher, and would have no doubt recommending her to future students as one of the best options to prepare for your DELF exam, irrespective of your level! ”
Dr Abhi Shekhsrinivas
" I was looking for last-minute help to score a B2 on the DELF French exam for University. I had only about a month or two before my exam and Laure was able to help me attain the B2 score. Her teaching skills were fantastic and I really noticed great improvement after every session. If you are interested in learning French, especially for any French exams, Laure is the professor for you. She not only helped me pass my exam but also helped me improve my French proficiency. I was looking to just pass the DELF exam but Laure made sure I received a good score. I scored an 81/100 and a perfect score in French which wouldn’t have been possible without her tutoring. Overall, Laure is a great teacher and I couldn't have received my B2 score without her. "
Chloé Gratson
" Laure has been an exceptional support for my daughter’s IB French. She has been thorough, attentive with quality of learning at the core of her work. My daughter looked forward to every class and enjoyed working with Laure. We delighted to receive higher results than what we were expecting and now my daughter feels confident with her French for the next part of her life! "
Sia Bebawi for her daughter Sia
" Almost a year and a half ago, I commenced ‘French via Skype’ with Laure because I desired to improve my academic ability and I have a deep interest in travel and global connection. Thus, I can testify to the excellence of Laure’s classes, which are perfectly structured to cover all aspects of language learning. In each lesson, there is always the opportunity to engage in discussion about daily life. This has considerably improved my conversational French and ensured that classes are consistently engaging and often humorous. Laure also concentrates on reinforcing new vocabulary and grammar structures so that they become part of my long term memory. Entering my senior years as a student, a key criteria for valuable tutoring lessons is effective pacing. Laure achieves exactly this, optimising my time so that I rarely feel overwhelmed and conveniently conducting lessons online. I can converse with a native French speaker right from my desk at home! Laure further caters to my needs as a student by willingly providing feedback on school projects. Overall, our lessons have completely elevated my French skills and confidence. "