About
Dedicated to your child's success in French
I am an experienced French tutor based in Canberra, working with high school and university students across Australia, particularly those studying the IB, HSC, and VCE programs, as well as for the DELF exams.
Having learned French as an anglophone myself, I know first-hand the challenges of mastering a new language and the strategies that make success achievable. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Languages and a Master of Journalism, and have worked as a journalist and media advisor, including at the French Embassy in Australia. My professional experience allows me to bring both expertise and real-world cultural insights to my teaching.
My approach combines academic rigour with structured, thoughtful instruction. Beyond improving results, I help students develop confidence, independence, and a genuine appreciation for the French language and culture. I work best with motivated students and families who value excellence and a considered, results-driven approach to learning.
My philosophy
Learning French is never one-size-fits-all. Each student approaches the language with different strengths and goals. My lessons combine clear grammatical foundations with conversation, reading, writing, and listening practice, carefully adapted to the needs of the individual.
Teaching is aligned with the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Higher School Certificate (HSC), and the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), while also drawing on international standards such as the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and DELF examinations.
Above all, I aim to help students develop the confidence to think, speak, and express themselves in French with clarity and independence.
The difference your child will experience
Lois is an excellent tutor who provides well-structured lessons with cultural insights as to the real use of French, so that you sound like a native speaker and not a dictionary. She is goal-oriented so students achieve great results.
Philippa
Parent of a student
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