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Location
Located in the South West region Occitania, Montpellier sits on the sparkling Mediterranean coast with 300 days of sunshine every year. The city is young and vibrant with 40% of population being under 30 and 80,000 of its 400,000 inhabitants being students. In particular medicine studies, Montpellier is known as one of the birthplace of medicine with it being home to the oldest medical school in the West.
The sandy buildings paired with blue sky make Montpellier an attractive city with the bonus of a large pedestrian area making it easy to explore!
Language School
There is a friendly welcome waiting for you at the school in Montpellier, which has a lively and international feel. Located right in the heart of the city in the beautiful old town with views of the Arc de Triomphe and the Peyrou Royal Square beyond, it is the perfect place to learn French, discover French culture, meet new friends and enjoy the pleasures of the wonderful South of France!
The school has three premises, all within 5/10 minutes walk of each other, which between them offer 20 well-equipped, light, and comfortable classrooms. In breaks and after lessons you can relax in the lounge area with a hot drink or snack, use the computers with internet access, enjoy the free Wi-Fi, discover the resource centre with a selection of French language movies, French literature and workbooks to complement your studies and browse the tourist information area containing local magazines, newspapers, tourist guides, and cultural information.
The Place de la Comédie, the famous main square of Montpellier with its sunny café terraces, is only a five-minute walk away and you will find many bars, cafés, restaurants, shops, cinemas, museums, and gardens in easy walking distance which will help you enjoy your stay in France to the full.
The school is located very near bus and tramway stops, which can take you on the short journey to the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean sea.
The school is about 10 minutes on foot from Montpellier’s Saint-Roch main train station.
Lessons offered:
20 lessons of 50 minutes are offered across the week. Bespoke resources are provided by the language school. Students can be either divided within the wider school according to their level and placed in international classes or placed in a closed group following a tailored curriculum based on the profile of your students and your objectives. If you choose to place your students in a closed group, your input to the course content is welcomed and the school are happy to tailor the course structure to your preferences.
Accommodation
Host accommodation:
Host accommodation is a great option for students to gain a true sense of French home life. It also enables them to continue practicing their language skills in a casual environment outside of lessons. Students will also get a taste of local and delicious regional specialities. Host accommodation is situated within 45 minutes total journey time of the school. They can provide either half board (breakfast and an evening meal) or full board with lunch packs included. Students will be placed together with others from the group.
Hotel:
The hotel accommodation in Montpellier is a 4-star aparthotel with 5 storeys. It is only a 5-minute walk from the Place de la Comédie and 2 minutes away from the language school. We can offer either single or double rooms. Breakfast is provided, and evening meals will be supplied in local restaurants.
Activity Programme
There are a variety of activities and excursions available for groups at our partner school in Montpellier. We are happy to recommend a programme for your group with a mix of activities suited to your students.
Some examples include but are not limited to:
- Guided walking tour of Montpellier
- Beach sessions accompanied by a personal lifeguard
- Excursions to some of the surrounding UNESCO Heritage sites such as Nîmes and its Arena, Aigues-Mortes and the Tower of Constance, the Camargue and its white horses, the Mediterranean beaches, Carcassonne and its Medieval City, Avignon and Papal Palace, and Marseille and its old Port.
- Chocolate tasting workshops
- Pétanque workshops
- Visits to museums such as Musée Fabre
- French songs
- Cooking classes
- Occitan dance lessons
- Guided hike to Pic Saint Loup
You can also supplement your programme with self-directed activities. Montpellier offers a rich breadth of opportunities within the local area including:
- Scavenger hunts
- Visits to the beach
- Visits to the city by bus
- Explore Le Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier
- Take a visit to the Zoo
- Set challenges at the food market
Contact us to find out more.
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The Blue Stamp team showcased their expertise from the start, handling every detail with precision and care. Accommodation was comfortable, transportation was punctual, and the planned activities were both educational and enjoyable. The itinerary was perfectly balanced, allowing us to explore the beautiful city of Montpellier while ensuring the students had ample time to learn and have fun.
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The Beacon School
Transport Transfers and Local Travel
Transport
Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport is accessible from London airports year-round. You can also fly into the nearby Marseille Provence Airport, which has more international options.
Transfers
You can decide between self-transfers via the direct train to Montpellier Saint-Roch Railway Station or private coaches that can be booked to a meeting point in the city.
Local travel
Montpellier has great public transport, with 4 tram lines joined together alongside excellent bus services.
What we offer
To help with organising your trip, we offer travel itineraries, detailed activity schedules, 24/7 support from our staff, liaison with the language school, and important documents for students and organisers such as city guides, packing checklists, and guides to accommodation.
