French immersion in ESBLY

French Immersion Homestay in

ESBLY

The town

I live in the Paris region, in the charming town of Esbly, just 30 minutes from central Paris, in a spacious house with a large garden (please note that there are quite a few stairs). Esbly offers all essential amenities, including bakeries, pharmacies and restaurants, and is served by the Transilien P train line, which connects directly to Paris Gare de l’Est in about 30 minutes.

Meet Carole, your French language teacher and host.

My family and I lived in New Caledonia for eight years. I have travelled extensively throughout Europe, North Africa and the Pacific region, including Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Vanuatu, Fiji and Tahiti. I particularly enjoy intercultural exchanges and discovering new cultures.

I am the mother of three grown-up, travel-loving children: Théo (24), Lila (20) and Jade (17). Today, I have the opportunity to devote much of my free time to welcoming guests. I live in the Paris region, in the charming town of Esbly, just 30 minutes from central Paris, in a spacious house with a large garden (please note that there are quite a few stairs). Esbly offers all essential amenities, including bakeries, pharmacies and restaurants, and is served by the Transilien P train line, which connects directly to Paris Gare de l’Est in about 30 minutes.

We are a close-knit and active family, all passionate about sports, music and culture. My daughter Jade plays the piano and would be delighted to introduce you to the instrument during your stay. I also love cooking and would be happy to prepare traditional French dishes as well as specialties from New Caledonia.

We also share our home with our large and very friendly dog, Rush, who loves meeting new people.

Language and educational background

I have been a primary school teacher for 25 years and hold a Master’s degree (Master 1) in Teaching French as a Foreign Language (FLE) from the University of Rouen in Normandy. I am passionate about teaching the French language and culture, as well as everything related to the French-speaking world.

I have three years of experience as a French as a Foreign Language teacher. I have taught French to adults through organizations such as the Red Cross in New Caledonia, and in France I have also taught migrant teenagers.

Thanks to my diverse teaching experience, both with my young pupils in primary school and with my FLE students, I have developed a strong ability to adapt to different learners and I always strive to meet the needs of students with varying language levels.

Your homestay & Activities

There are many enjoyable activities available near Esbly, including:

walks along the Canal de l’Ourcq;
birdwatching at the Olivettes Nature Reserve;
theatre, cinema and the local media library;
restaurants and shopping, including Val d’Europe and La Vallée Village;
Disneyland Paris;
the Museum of the Great War and the Maison du Brie in Meaux;
swimming and outdoor activities at the Jablines Leisure Park;
visits to the medieval town of Provins;
and excursions to magnificent castles such as Fontainebleau, Vaux-le-Vicomte and Blandy-les-Tours, all about an hour away by car.

Originally from Burgundy, I can also introduce you to this beautiful region, famous worldwide for its exceptional wines, located about two hours from my home.

I look forward to meeting you and helping you discover authentic French life through personalised lessons, friendly conversations, and enjoyable cultural and recreational activities, whether one-to-one or shared with my family.