Yvan

I started working with Yvan for TEF preparation but then I switched to TCF preparation, and I can’t recommend him enough for both. He is an exceptional teacher - always well-prepared, patient, and encouraging. He doesn’t just correct grammatical errors; he also suggests more natural and elegant ways to express ideas in French. What really stands out is his positivity and the way he makes learning feel lighter and more enjoyable. Even on days when I feel overwhelmed with work or not in the mood to study, his sessions always leave me feeling more confident and motivated. Every class is thoughtfully structured; he comes prepared with subjects for practice and not a minute of the session is wasted. I always walk away with new insights and a renewed sense of progress. I’m truly grateful to have found such a dedicated and inspiring teacher. Merci beaucoup Yvan!

I've been taking lessons with Yvan for a year. Yvan is an excellent teacher. He is always well prepared and chooses very interesting videos/topics to discuss. His interview style conversation are incredible. He was able to improve my vocabulary, grammar and conversational skills a lot. I've taken lessons with multiple teachers on Italki and I would rank him as one of the best here. Thank you, Yvan.

Yvan is an awesome teacher that has helped me a lot with my Speaking practice for the DELF B2!

Thanks for answering all my questions about the DELF B2, and for your encouragement and critique of my monologues. After so much practice and with the structure that you have helped me put together, talking on a random subject no longer seems so daunting and I feel (almost) ready for my exam next week.

Yvan has helped me prepare for the DELF B2 oral exam. He shared with me extremely useful material and made sure I learnt the proper structure to analyse the texts. He always comes prepared to debate and thinks of very insightful questions. He gives you enough space to share your thoughts and makes an effort to understand what you wanted to say and give you useful guidance. A great teacher !

Yvan is a great French teacher! The lessons are always well-structured encouraging me to practice speaking, building my confidence and making the language feel alive. I've only been studying French for 3 months and my French friends are telling me that I have already made great progress.