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 was really helpful. I asked him to help me last minute to help with my exam prep and speaking. I achieved the goal I wanted and am leaving a review after achieving my goal. amazing guidance, advice, explanation and teaching method.

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.

My current goal is to expand my French vocabulary and improve the way I express myself. Thanks to the homework I receive from Yvan—topics that I prepare as presentations and then discuss—I feel that every week I have a new opportunity to enrich my vocabulary in different ways. This process pushes me to express myself in new forms, sometimes challenging, but always rewarding. It’s proving to be an excellent method for building confidence when speaking French.

Yvan is helping me with TEF Speaking and I am very happy with the class. He tries to simulate the real examinator experience and that is very helpful