THESE PAGES ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT WHAT ALLIANCES FRANÇAISES CAN DO FOR YOU AND YOUR PUPILS. WE ARE LOCAL AND FRIENDLY, SO JUST GET IN TOUCH!

WHAT ARE ALLIANCES FRANÇAISES?  

Alliances françaises are the language and cultural centres for French and francophones cultures. They were created in Paris in 1883, as a charity. Today, there are 824 Alliances in 138 countries. It is the largest non-profit language and cultural network in the world! 

WHERE ARE THEY? 

New Zealand currently counts 6 Alliances françaises (Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, Palmerston North, Wellington) with some, offering French lessons, cultural events and serving their respective local communities and schools for over 130 years! 

Addresses and links: 

• Auckland: 131 Remuera Road, Remuera, Auckland
  www.alliance-francaise.co.nz

• Palmerston North: 47 The Square, Palmerston North
  www.french.org.nz

• Wellington: Old Dominion Building, Level 3, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington
  www.french.co.nz

• Nelson-Tasman: www.afnelsontasman.org

• Christchurch: Unit 4-5, 275 Cashel Street, Christchurch
  www.afchristchurch.org.nz

• Dunedin: 15 Bond Street, Dunedin
  www.afdunedin.org.nz

WHAT DO THEY OFFER? 

• French lessons to all levels to anyone aged 2 to 100 years old! 

• Preparation for DELF examination for all levels but also DELF examiner training for teachers.

• A rich, fun and varied programme of cultural events (talks, cinema, food tasting, pétanque, French festivals and much more!) for all ages. 

• Fun and stimulating competitions for your pupils. 

• Exciting, up-to-date resources and ideas to share with school teachers in order to support their work. 

• Tailored workshops for your pupils delivered at your school or as an immersion day at Af (music, food, sport, history etc...). 

• Potential volunteering opportunities at your local Alliance française for your older pupils.

• Some support with French teacher recruitment thanks to their extensive local and national networks. 

HOW DO I GET IN TOUCH? 

Simply scroll down to find out what your local Alliance française offers and make contact using contact details provided below.

WHAT IF THERE ARE NO ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE NEAR ME? 

Some lessons, workshops or events can be delivered online. Besides, with proper planning, distances can be overcome and visits take place.  Simply contact the 'nearest' Alliance using details provided below to discuss a project. 

SCROLL DOWN TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT YOUR LOCAL ALLIANCE AND WHAT EACH IS OFFERING FOR YOU AND YOUR PUPILS.