Montpellier is one of France’s youngest and most vibrant cities—nearly half the population is under 30! Just a short ride from the Mediterranean, it blends beach life with a buzzing, student-friendly city full of festivals, street art, music, and cool cafés. It’s also one of France’s greenest cities, with eco-friendly transport like trams and bike paths everywhere. Best of all, Montpellier is known for being welcoming and safe, so it’s easy to explore with confidence. Sunshine, sea, and good vibes—what else is there?

KLF – LSF Montpellier has 30 years of teaching experience and is accredited with Qualité FLE and Qualiopi. With excellent quality teaching by qualified instructors in modern, well-equipped classrooms, the team is famous for their welcoming atmosphere, small class sizes, and vibrant social programme, including cultural workshops and local excursions. KLF consistently receives excellent reviews for its teaching, friendly staff, and safe, lively environment in one of France’s most student-friendly cities.

As a creative optional extra, students can enrol in a workshop run in collaboration with ESMA—one of France’s leading film and animation schools. Alongside daily French lessons and cultural activities, this optional workshop empowers young learners to design characters, build storytelling skills, and produce their very own short. It’s a brilliant way to combine language learning with hands‑on digital creativity.

£170 optional extra

Flights will be direct from Edinburgh Airport, making the journey simple and stress-free.

Athena has partnered with Travel Counsellors, an award-winning UK-based travel company that provides professional booking services and round-the-clock assistance. This ensures that, should any travel disruption occur, expert support is available to help manage changes and minimise impact on students and families.

The Athena chaperones (1:10 ratio) meet students at the airport and will be on hand for them (and parents!) throughout the week and also accompany them on the return flight home.

Included in the flight price:
Transfers between the arrival airport and the school
20kg baggage allowance

Flight costs are paid directly to Athena as part of the booking process, keeping arrangements simple and straight forward.

NB As Montpellier is not yet finalised, prices, and exact dates and times are still to be confirmed

Athena students will stay in a modern student residence with big common spaces to hang out, a cafeteria, and either comfy twin or 4-person rooms (each with its own bathroom). Also staying on campus, are the Athena chaperones as well as KLF’s qualified course leaders to guarantee around-the-clock supervision and safety. It’s only a short walk to the school and activities, so no long travel.

All meals are included — healthy, tasty, and with plenty of choice. Students will also be encouraged to experience (and order!) fresh croissants at the local boulangerie, taste different cheeses, and enjoy sweet crêpes — all part of exploring French food culture!

15 hours of fun interactive French lessons
All meals (with the exception of one evening restaurant meal)
Daily cultural and sporting activities, led by qualified and experienced leaders
An Athena chaperone providing continuous 24-hour welfare support and acting as a direct point of contact for parents
24-hour support from school leaders

Flights are not included in the package price, but booking and payment for flights are part of the Athena service.

Last summer, the programme was approximately £1350 per student (+flights)

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