TEF & TCF Preparation in Vancouver
Zero French to CLB 7 in 12 Months

Preparation for both exams, taught by native teachers from France and Quebec. Start from nothing and walk into the test centre ready, in person in Gastown or live online.

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The problem we solve

Struggling to Prepare
for TEF/TCF Canada?

You know you need French for your PR application. But where do you start?

“How long will it take?”

Two clear phases: CLB 5 in 6 to 9 months, or CLB 7 in about 12. Your path is mapped from day 1.

“Which exam should I take?”

TEF or TCF: both are accepted by IRCC, and our program prepares you for both at once.

“Can I really reach CLB 7?”

With our structured method, support and your commitment, CLB 7 is absolutely doable.

+50
Bonus CRS Points

French can add up to 50 points to your Express Entry profile. Often that is the difference between getting an ITA or not.

How it works

Your 12-Month Path
to CLB 7

Two clear phases: CLB 5 in 6-9 months, or CLB 7 in 12 months

1
Months 1 to 3
First conversations

Basic grammar, daily vocabulary, first conversations.

2
Months 4 to 6
You reach B1

Past and future tenses, 15-minute conversations. Solid B1 French.

CLB 5 in 6 to 9 months, enough for Francophone Mobility
3
Months 7 to 9
Exam training

Exam format mastery, timed exercises, strategies.

4
Months 10 to 12
Exam ready: CLB 7

Mock exams, writing & speaking intensives. Ready to book your TEF or TCF.

CLB 7 in 12 months, the Express Entry milestone
Phase 1 · Months 1 to 6Build Your French
1
Months 1 to 3
First conversations

Basic grammar, daily vocabulary, first conversations.

2
Months 4 to 6
You reach B1

Past and future tenses, 15-minute conversations. Solid B1 French.

CLB 5 in 6 to 9 months, enough for Francophone Mobility
Phase 2 · Months 7 to 12Master the TEF/TCF
3
Months 7 to 9
Exam training

Exam format mastery, timed exercises, strategies.

4
Months 10 to 12
Exam ready: CLB 7

Mock exams, writing & speaking intensives. Ready to book your TEF or TCF.

CLB 7 in 12 months, the Express Entry milestone
Student success

Milind’s TEF Success Story

From complete beginner to excellent TEF results in just 1 year

Milind started from zero and reached impressive TEF scores in 12 months. Here’s what helped him succeed:

  • Built strong foundations
  • Clear structure & consistent support
  • Native teachers guiding each step
  • Prepared effectively for TEF
  • Confidence built through real speaking practice

Want to know exactly what CLB 7 means and what scores you need? Read our complete guide: What Is CLB 7 in French?. It covers exact TEF and TCF score requirements, the CRS points breakdown, and real student timelines.

Milind’s TEF success story
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Student stories

Transformation
In Their Words

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Olga Cieslarova
★★★★★

I´m enrolled in a one year transformation course from level 0 to TEF/TCF exam. The course is well structured and giving you a lot of information. It goes without saying that there´s a lot of self-study needed outside of the course, however, you can always ask for a help from your teacher or study group. I spent my first 6 months of the course with Frédérique and I´m so grateful for everything I learnt in her classes. Her teaching style and positive attitude made classes easier. Even though the learning process was difficult (obviously, because it´s French), I had a lot of fun during the lessons.

Ale Peru
★★★★★

Estoy muy contenta de que ahora tengan presencia en Victoria!!!!! Los instructores son muy amables, están enfocados en crear una comunidad y que sus alumnos estén preparados para el examen por motivos de inmigración. Je suis très contente qu’ils aient maintenant une présence à Victoria !!!!! Les formateurs sont très aimables, ils se concentrent sur la création d’une communauté et veillent à ce que leurs élèves soient bien préparés pour l’examen pour des raisons d’immigration. I’m very happy that they now have a presence in Victoria!!!!! The instructors are very kind, they focus on building a community, and they make sure their students are well prepared for the exam for immigration purposes.

Nataliya Ignatyeva
★★★★★

Bonjour! I would like to thank Noelie and the Learn French team for making it possible for me to get the sufficient result of TEF exam. The profound teaching of the clé grammar end mocking tests - that is the path :)

Andrew Mortimer
★★★★★

I completed Levels 4-6 in person and have just finished 1 month of TEF/TCF Prep. My experience has been extremely positive and I would fully recommend Learn French in Vancouver. Our teacher, Maï, uses her empathy and energy to create an environment where I have felt comfortable to make mistakes and push myself. This has helped me improve my French a great deal. Maï's lessons have been fun, engaging, and she is able to adapt the level of challenge for each class member.

Pushpendra Singh
★★★★★

I'm having a great experience learning French with Camille! She is patient, knowledgeable, and explains concepts very clearly. Her TEF/TCF preparation is helpful and boosted my confidence. I recommend her to anyone serious about learning French!

Phoenix Liu
★★★★★

Needless to say if you are doing TEF prep for the purpose of immigration you know how stressful the process can be, but I’m so lucky that Maï is my instructor. Coming into the TEF prep class I have been learning French on and off for 4 years in the past but has since not kept it up, and I enrolled in TEF prep ready to be told that I should in fact go to one of the level classes because I’m not B1, but even in the first two classes where I struggled a lot and voiced my fears to Maï, she has expressed only confidence in me and encouraged me to keep going. I’ve been kicking my ass learning French with her guidance and feedback and I’ve progressed so much in just the past 1.5 months in her class. And I truly feel like I can participate and make mistakes without fear because Maï will always correct me with kindness. I now feel like a good result in TEF is within my reach and I’m excited to update this review once I get a result

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In-person French class in our Vancouver classroom
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Why our program works

You’re not just preparing for a French test.
You’re learning how to actually speak French.

Learn French. Speak French. Prepare for your TEF/TCF. And never feel like you’re learning alone.

Live classes twice a week

Learn with native French teachers in live, interactive classes of max 14 students. You don’t just listen to a lesson: you speak, practice, ask questions, make mistakes and get real-time feedback.

Practice French anytime, 24/7

Learning doesn’t stop when class ends. You have 24/7 access to our online platform, with pre-recorded classes, course content and extra resources to review and practice whenever you want.

A community that supports you

Our community events give you more chances to connect, practice French in real life and meet people on the same journey. And you’re never learning alone: you have teachers, a community and a team behind you the whole way.

A clear path to your goal

Six levels to build your French, then 6 months of TEF/TCF preparation: exam strategies, mock tests and coaching on all 4 sections. You always know where you are and what comes next, from zero French to CLB 7.

Learn with native teachers.Practice every day.Connect with a community.Build confidence in French.

You get the live practice and feedback of a real French class, the flexibility to practice online whenever you want, and a community that keeps you motivated and supported. That’s what makes our program different from a traditional French school, a self-paced online course, or a few private lessons.

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Your French Journey?

Select your plan and preferences. Spots are limited, classes fill fast!

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2Mode
3Starting date & time (PST)
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Please note: Due to limited class sizes, registrations are final within 15 days of your class start date. See our full terms and conditions.

Free live Masterclass · Tuesdays & Thursdays 6–7 PM PST

Have Questions?
Connect with Lily, Clélia and Tasnia

Try a free live French class and get your questions answered. Every Tuesday and Thursday, 6 to 7 PM PST: 30 minutes of real French class, the way we teach in our program, then 30 minutes of Q&A about the TEF, TCF, immigration and our courses. Pick the date that works for you and we will email you the link.

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  • Clélia
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FAQ

FAQs: Your path
to clarity.

Find answers to the most common questions about our TEF/TCF preparation program.

Still unsure?

Bring your question to the live Q&A: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 PM PST. Real instructors, real answers.

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Earlier than feels necessary. Seats fill fastest in the run-up to the draws, and leaving it late usually means taking whatever date is left rather than the one you were ready for. We normally settle on a date once your mock exam scores have stopped moving around, which is a better signal than the calendar.