FRANCE: SUMMER
Learn or improve your French language skills while attending a language class in your selected destination in the mornings & experience the French culture while sightseeing in the afternoons or participating in sailing or surfing activities! It’s the perfect combination of language instruction and summer activities!
France is available in:
CLASSIC | GROUP | SUMMER | BOARDING | HOME-TO-HOME
HOW LONG CAN I STUDY ABROAD?
start dates in late-June, July or August
Inquire for dates
Application due:
Inquire – based on start date
start dates in late-June, July or August
Inquire for dates
Application due:
Inquire – based on start date
late-June or July
Application due:
May 1
ACCOMMODATION STYLE: HOMESTAY
What better way to learn the language and culture than to live with a host family. Host families provide a warm and welcoming environment, providing meals in the home as well as an opportunity to immerse yourself in everything the country and culture has to offer. Just like families in Canada, host families abroad represent many different compositions, nationalities and live in a variety of different areas from small towns or villages to larger cities. Families come in all shapes and sizes but one thing they all have in common is that they are motivated to be part of the experience and look forward to welcoming you into their home!
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age: 12
Maximum age: 18.5 years upon arrival.
Want to travel with your siblings or friends? You are more than welcome to!
FOREIGN LANGUAGE: FRENCH
No prior language experience is required. The summer programs include French language classes.
SUMMER ITINERARY
Attend language classes in the mornings Monday to Friday and take part in your selected activity/ sightseeing in the afternoons.
Choose from:
Placement in Saint-Malo and select:
1. French Language + Activity Program:
Students have the opportunity to enjoy exciting activities after morning French classes. For example: beach games, boat trips,crêpes making, excusions to Mont Saint-Michel and the medieval town of Dinan, boat trip to the seaside resort of Dinard and much more
2. French Language & Sailing Program:
After morning classes, students will take sailing lessons 5 afternoons per week with a professional sailing club in Saint Malo
Opt to combine French + Activity + Sailing Program and take part in 2 weeks of sailing and 1 or 2 weeks of fun activities!
Placement in Arcachon Bay and select:
1. French Language + Activity Program:
Students have the opportunity to enjoy exciting activities after morning French classes. For example: guided tour of Archacon, excursion to the Dune du Pyla and Bordeau, crossing of the Bassin d’Arcachon towards the Cap Ferret, aqualand, canoeing, horse riding, bicycle rides and more…
2. French Language & Surf Program:
After morning classes, students will have 4 surf lessons a week. Daily transport is arranged ot the surf sport. Surf lessons are adapted to each level. Participants also take part in a weekly excursion with teh international group.
Opt to combine French + Activity + Surfing Program and take part in 2 weeks of surfing and 1 or 2 weeks of fun activities!
France at a Glance
Population
66,627,602
Capital City
Paris
Known For
Eiffel Tower, Fashion, Baguettes & Fromage, Cafes
Currency
Euro
Language
French
Say Hello
BonjourProgram Fees
Saint Malo
(Summer 2026)
French + Activity:
$3,375
French + Sailing Program:
$4,095
(Summer 2026)
French + Activity:
$4,125
French + Sailing + Activity Program:
(2 weeks sailing + 1 week activities)
$5,050
(Summer 2026)
French + Activity:
$4,910
French + Sailing + Activity Program:
(2 weeks sailing + 2 week activities)
$5,675
Arcachon Bay
(Summer 2026)
French + Activity:
$3,495
French + Surfing Program:
$4,095
(Summer 2026)
French + Activity:
$4,445
French + Surfing + Activity Program:
(2 weeks surfing + 1 week activities)
$5,295
(Summer 2026)
French + Activity:
$5,070
French + Surfing + Activity Program:
(2 weeks surfing + 2 week activities)
$5,675
What’s Included for the Student Exchange Program?
- School Registration and Placement
- Host Family Recruitment, Screening and Placement
- Food and Lodging with Host Family
- Full and Comprehensive Medical Insurance provided by Guard.me
- Pre-Departure Orientation in Canada
- Arrival Orientation in Host Country
- Monthly Monitoring and Progress Reports
- 24 hour Emergency Support Overseas
- Academic Support
- Arrival Greeting by Representative from Partner Organisation and/or host family
- Round trip ground transfer between final host port (airport, train or bus station) and host family home
- Provision of Program Documentation: Orientation manual and other materials to prepare for student exchangeAnd
- The Opportunity to LEARN-TRAVEL-EXPERIENCE!
Additional fees the student is responsible for include:
- Airfare (While the airfare is not included in our pricing, we can help you find the best deal and recommend travel sites)
- Passport and Visa Fees (if required)
- School supplies, uniforms (if required), cafeteria lunch (if required) or extra-curricular activity fees
- Personal Spending money while abroad
- Transportation to and from school for some students, dependent on where the host family is located. Some students are required to take a bus or train, while others walk or bike to school. This is dependent on where the host family is located.
- Any cancellation, change or program addition fees as issued by YES Canada or the partner organisation.
*Please note that YES Canada reserves the right to modify and update program options, leading to changes in pricing. Please note that pricing may be subject to change. Please note which program term the posted rates apply to, if the term you are applying for is not posted please inquire.
Find more information on what's included in the program fee, additional fees, payment schedule and cancellation policy, visit our Program Info page.
