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Bourbonne-les-Bains is a charming spa town with a population of 2,000, located in the Grand-Est region, at the crossroads of Haute-Marne, Haute-Saône, and the Vosges. Surrounded by vineyards and lush forests, this small town offers a unique blend of thermal wellness, natural beauty, and cultural heritage, making it an ideal setting for a French immersion experience. With its many marked hiking trails, dynamic seasonal events, and its local, welcoming atmosphere, Bourbonne-les-Bains becomes a lively destination during the spa season.
In addition to its wellness center and picturesque landscapes, the town offers numerous attractions:
a museum, a castle, and historic buildings, lively local markets that showcase traditional gastronomy and craftsmanship. Explore charming villages with remarkable heritage, taste regional specialties on local culinary tours, or simply enjoy the pool and the tranquility of the countryside. Whether you are strolling along the river or discovering centuries-old architecture, Bourbonne-les-Bains offers an authentic French experience that will enrich your language learning while immersing you in local life.
Passionate French as a Foreign Language teacher and avid traveler, I bring a wealth of cultural experience to every lesson. Having lived for eighteen years on Réunion Island, I also introduce elements of Creole culture. As a dedicated ambassador of French culture abroad, where I have taught at renowned French institutions. I have explored diverse lifestyles and traditions, enriching my teaching with real-world experiences and a dynamic approach that makes learning both engaging and authentic.
Holding a Master’s degree in Information and Communication from the University of Nancy 2, I combine academic expertise with immersive language instruction. My pedagogical approach, both personalized and playful, creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere in which students learn French while deepening their understanding of French culture and lifestyle.
Professional Profile
With more than twenty-five years of experience teaching French—specializing in French as a Foreign Language (FLE), French for School Contexts (FLSco), French for Immigration (FLI) and French for Specific Purposes (FOS)—she has honed a task-based and differentiated pedagogical approach that addresses the challenges of plurilingual classrooms. She is thoroughly familiar with both the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and Canada’s National Core Language Curriculum (NCLC).
International and Online Teaching
Her career has taken her across four continents. In Sherbrooke, Canada, she designed and delivered online FLE courses fully aligned with the NCLC standards. In Asia, she supported allophone learners in Bangladesh, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam through FLSco programs. Back in Europe, she taught FLE and FLI students in Bourbonne-les-Bains, France, and later joined the Lycée Français Anna de Noailles in Bucharest, Romania. Additionally, she has taught in a variety of institutions throughout metropolitan France, Réunion Island and Rodrigues Island, where she also hosted international students in immersive French-language programs.
Academic Qualifications and Language Proficiency
Academically, she holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Information and Communication. Her professional credentials include a teaching diploma from the Centre de Formation des Apprentis (CFA) and a Certificate in FLE instruction. She is proficient in English at the B1 level, possesses intermediate Italian skills (A2) and speaks Creole fluently.
Imagine learning French as an authentic, enjoyable and immersive experience. Christine, an experienced teacher with a passion for culture and travel, welcomes you to the vineyards and forests of Bourbonne-les-Bains, renowned for its thermal baths and refined way of life. Rather than confining lessons to a classroom, you’ll practice French daily as you explore local terroir in picturesque villages, join community festivals and share family-style meals that reinforce your language skills.
With Christine, you are regarded as a privileged guest rather than a mere student. Her practical, interactive lessons are tailored to your proficiency and interests, promoting natural progression through full immersion. Accommodation is available in a comfortable family-run room or, for a more rustic option, a shared cabin nestled in a peaceful meadow. Shared access to a swimming pool, a spacious garden and communal relaxation areas ensures that learning extends beyond lesson time.
In partnership with the local tourism office, the thermal spas and community associations, Christine organizes workshops in wellness, crafts, creative pursuits, leisure activities and sports. Some of these activities are offered free of charge, while others require a nominal fee.
To immerse oneself in the French language is to enter a world where every word carries the weight of history, every conversation reveals a culture, and every day becomes a discovery of the soul. —Maya Angelou
