LEVEL 4
Describe Your Experiences and Tell Your Story
Past events, personal background, physical descriptions — Level 4 gives you the grammar to talk about what happened, not just what’s happening now.
Is This Course a Good Fit for Me?
- You’ve Completed Level 3 or Have Solid French Basics: This course builds on foundational knowledge, helping you move from basic interactions to confidently narrating past events and sharing personal stories.
- You’re Comfortable Using the Present and Future Tenses: Intermediate French Level 4 course focuses on past tenses while reinforcing and expanding your use of present and future grammar structures learned in previous levels.
- You’ve Learned French Before but Need a Refresher: Ideal if you want to revisit and strengthen your skills in narrating past events using key tenses like passé composé and imparfait.
What You’ll Master at Level 4 – Or Begin the Full Journey from Here
At Level 4, you’ll develop storytelling skills by learning to narrate past events and share personal experiences.
You can choose to enroll in this intermediate French level 4 course alone or continue through our structured program.
Take a look below at what each level offers over the first 3 months to build French foundations.
If you’re preparing for the TEF or TCF exam, you can also enroll in the full 9-month program, starting from your current level. Learn more about our TEF/TCF preparation program.
Past Tense (Passe composé) - 1 Month
This module focuses on teaching you how to talk about events that happened once in the past.
Topics:
- Narrating past experiences (vacations, cultural outings)
- Asking for information at the cinema
- Discussing cultural habits
- Sharing memories and past habits
- Comparing past and present experiences
- Describing daily routines and habits
Grammar:
- Past tense (passé composé): regular verbs, irregular past participles
- Imperfect tense (imparfait)
- Contrast between passé composé and imparfait
- Placement of frequency adverbs
- And much more!
Conditional Present - 1 Month
This level covers conditional tenses and discussions on technology, music, and literature, enhancing your ability to communicate effectively on diverse topics
You’ll learn how to:
Topics:
- New technologies and IT vocabulary
- Informal expressions for surprise and relief
- Giving opinions on various topics
- Music genres and francophone artists
- Sharing anecdotes and past events
Grammar:
- Conditional present (formation and uses)
- Conditional past (introduction)
- Gerund (formation and use)
- Reinforcement of past tenses
- And more!
Subjunctive - 1 Month
Achieve fluency by mastering the subjunctive mood and other intermediate grammatical structures. This level helps you express wishes, doubts, and feelings, and use idiomatic expressions, making your French sound more natural.
You’ll learn how to:
Topics:
- Making vacation plans with a friend
- Expressing wishes, doubts, obligations, and feelings
- Using idiomatic expressions with "en" and "y"
Grammar:
- Present subjunctive (formation and uses)
- Past subjunctive
- Conjunctions used with the subjunctive
- And much more!
TEF/TCF Preparation - 6 Months
By this stage, you’ve mastered the French Foundations and reached a B1 level. In the second half of the program, the focus shifts entirely to preparing for the TEF/TCF exam. This phase is meticulously designed to provide you with the strategies, knowledge, and practice required to excel in all four sections: Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing. Through dynamic lessons, realistic mock exams, and tailored feedback, you’ll sharpen your French skills and build the confidence needed to succeed on test day.
Mock Exams and Corrections:
- Complete practice tests for all TEF/TCF sections.
- Receive detailed corrections and feedback from experienced instructors.
Master Advanced Grammar for TEF/TCF Success:
- Plus-que-parfait, Subjunctive, Gérondif, and other key structures.
- Use grammar effectively in speaking and writing.
Expand Your Vocabulary:
- Topics like volunteering, arts, travel, health, and gastronomy.
- Idiomatic expressions to sound more fluent and natural.
Sharpen Your Comprehension Skills:
- Strategies for tackling listening and reading sections.
- Practice with authentic texts, recordings, and exercises.
Boost Your Writing Performance:
- Learn to write structured essays and responses for TEF/TCF sections.
- Practice argumentation and persuasive writing techniques.
Enhance Your Speaking Confidence:
- Develop clear and coherent speech for both speaking sections.
- Practice expressing opinions, narrating experiences, and answering scenarios.
Check out the official Government of Canada’s website, to learn about the level requirements for immigration purposes.
What You’ll Master at Level 4 – Or Begin the Full Journey from Here
At Level 4, you’ll develop storytelling skills by learning to narrate past events and share personal experiences.
You can choose to enroll in this intermediate French level 4 course alone or continue through our structured program.
Take a look below at what each level offers over the first 3 months to build French foundations.
If you’re preparing for the TEF/TCF exam, you can also enroll in the full 9-month program, starting from your current level. Learn more about our TEF/TCF preparation program.
Level 4
Past Tense (Passe composé) - 1 Month
This module focuses on teaching you how to talk about events that happened once in the past.
Topics:
- Narrating past experiences (vacations, cultural outings)
- Asking for information at the cinema
- Discussing cultural habits
- Sharing memories and past habits
- Comparing past and present experiences
- Describing daily routines and habits
Grammar:
- Past tense (passé composé): regular verbs, irregular past participles
- Imperfect tense (imparfait)
- Contrast between passé composé and imparfait
- Placement of frequency adverbs
- And much more!
Level 5
Conditional Present - 1 Month
This level covers conditional tenses and discussions on technology, music, and literature, enhancing your ability to communicate effectively on diverse topics
You’ll learn how to:
Topics:
- New technologies and IT vocabulary
- Informal expressions for surprise and relief
- Giving opinions on various topics
- Music genres and francophone artists
- Sharing anecdotes and past events
Grammar:
- Conditional present (formation and uses)
- Conditional past (introduction)
- Gerund (formation and use)
- Reinforcement of past tenses
- And more!
Level 6
Subjunctive - 1 Month
Achieve fluency by mastering the subjunctive mood and other intermediate grammatical structures. This level helps you express wishes, doubts, and feelings, and use idiomatic expressions, making your French sound more natural.
You’ll learn how to:
Topics:
- Making vacation plans with a friend
- Expressing wishes, doubts, obligations, and feelings
- Using idiomatic expressions with "en" and "y"
Grammar:
- Present subjunctive (formation and uses)
- Past subjunctive
- Conjunctions used with the subjunctive
- And much more!
TEF/TCF Prep
TEF/TCF Preparation - 6 Months
By this stage, you’ve mastered the French Foundations and reached a B1 level. In the second half of the program, the focus shifts entirely to preparing for the TEF/TCF exam. This phase is meticulously designed to provide you with the strategies, knowledge, and practice required to excel in all four sections: Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing. Through dynamic lessons, realistic mock exams, and tailored feedback, you’ll sharpen your French skills and build the confidence needed to succeed on test day.
Mock Exams and Corrections:
- Complete practice tests for all TEF/TCF sections.
- Receive detailed corrections and feedback from experienced instructors.
Master Advanced Grammar for TEF/TCF Success:
- Plus-que-parfait, Subjunctive, Gérondif, and other key structures.
- Use grammar effectively in speaking and writing.
Expand Your Vocabulary:
- Topics like volunteering, arts, travel, health, and gastronomy.
- Idiomatic expressions to sound more fluent and natural.
Sharpen Your Comprehension Skills:
- Strategies for tackling listening and reading sections.
- Practice with authentic texts, recordings, and exercises.
Boost Your Writing Performance:
- Learn to write structured essays and responses for TEF/TCF sections.
- Practice argumentation and persuasive writing techniques.
Enhance Your Speaking Confidence:
- Develop clear and coherent speech for both speaking sections.
- Practice expressing opinions, narrating experiences, and answering scenarios.
Check out the official Government of Canada’s website, to learn about the level requirements for immigration purposes.
Transformation In Their Words
Hear from our satisfied learners! Dive into authentic stories of students who’ve transformed their language skills and achieved their French learning goals with our guidance and support.
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- Comprehensive course materials: presentations, PDFs, and worksheets
- Homework assignments after each lesson to reinforce learning
- Quizzes for each level to track your progress
- Additional tools and resources to enhance your French learning journey
- Community support to stay motivated and connected
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Goals of the Level 4 French Group Classes
Listening
You will understand familiar words and basic phrases concerning the following topics: Shopping and physical description.
Speaking
You will also be able to interact with sellers when you go shopping in France and speak about You can ask and answer simple questions on familiar topics.
Reading
You will be able to read and understand dialogues between 2 people or more at past tense.
Writing
You will be able to write a short text about your last weekend or last holidays using the past tense.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to know before starting Level 4?
You should be comfortable with present tense, future tense, and the passé composé. You can discuss plans, describe your job, and handle travel situations. If you’ve completed Level 3 in our program, you’re ready. Otherwise, take our free placement test.
What's the difference between passé composé and imparfait?
The passé composé describes completed actions (“I went to Paris”), while the imparfait describes ongoing states or habits in the past (“I was living in Paris” or “I used to go every summer”). Level 4 teaches you when to use each — and how to combine them naturally in storytelling. This is one of the most important grammar milestones in French.
I learned French in school years ago — is Level 4 the right restart point?
Possibly — Level 4 is a common re-entry point for people who once knew French but haven’t used it in years. If you remember basic conjugation and can hold a simple conversation, Level 4 might be right. Take our free placement test to be sure, or contact us to discuss.
How close am I to being TEF/TCF ready?
After Level 4, you have 2 more foundation levels (5 and 6) before moving into dedicated exam preparation. Most students targeting CLB 7 complete all 6 levels (about 6 months) then do 3–6 months of TEF/TCF prep. You’re well on your way — the grammar you learn in Level 4 is heavily tested in the exam.
Can I take Level 4 online?
Yes — online and in-person classes follow the exact same curriculum with the same native French teachers. Online runs via Zoom with 3 time slots available. You can switch between formats if your schedule changes.
Looking for a Different Level?
Not quite the right level? Discover our other group classes to achieve fluency. Whether you want an extensive program or the next step in your journey, we have the perfect course for you.
Level 3
Advance your abilities by discussing future plans and describing common situations in more detail. This engaging course focuses on future tenses and practical applications, preparing you for more complex conversations.
Level 5
Enhance your conversational skills and express more complex ideas. Learn intermediate grammar, including the conditional present and relative pronouns, while discussing topics like technology, music, and literature.
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