Curriculum

Key Pillars

Speak with Impact

Master the Language

Write Like a Pro

Certify Your Success

Details

We don’t just teach grammar; we build international futures. Our CEFR-aligned curriculum (A1 - C2) is designed to take you from a curious beginner to a confident global citizen.

Message from the Programme Director

Language has shaped both my life and my career.

For over 20 years across francophone environments, I have worked in teaching, interpreting, and translation, supporting learners and professionals in diplomatic, business and government contexts. Through this experience, I’ve seen how language opens doors — to education, careers, and international opportunities.

Today, my focus is French — une langue d’ouverture et d’opportunités.

At Polyvox French, we teach and guide our students step by step from A1 to C2 through a structured, CEFR-aligned curriculum, while providing specialised preparation for the TCF, TEF, DELF and DALF exams using real formats and proven strategies.

Beyond exams, our mission is to prepare learners for success in Francophone and international universities, building not only strong academic French, but also confidence.

This work is deeply personal to me. Programmes like these have benefited my own children, and I am passionate about creating the same opportunities for other families.

Bienvenue chez Polyvox French — I look forward to walking this journey with you.

Amenda S. ZINGELWA
Teacher /Programme Director
Polyvox French

Level A1: Your Passport to the "Francophonie"

What You Will Be Able To Do

Social Confidence: Introduce yourself, share your story, and talk about your passions.
Survival Skills: Navigate a city, ask for directions, and order food like a local.
Daily Mastery: Master routines, time-telling, and essential lifestyle vocabulary.
The Essentials: Build sentences immediately using "Power Verbs" (être/avoir) and the present tense.

The Heart of the Language (Culture)

Global Vision: Discover French as the key to Africa, Canada, and Europe.
Etiquette: Learn the "unwritten rules" of social life and French meal rituals.

Your Toolkit (Grammar & Vocabulary)

The Essentials: Subject pronouns, the "Power Verbs" (être & avoir), and the present tense.
Building Blocks: Mastering articles, adjectives, and how to ask the right questions.
Themes You’ll Use: School and work life, family, food, hobbies, and global travel.

Tracking Your Success (Milestones)

Interactive Dialogues: Practice real-world speaking in a safe, supportive space.
Listening & Writing: Short, engaging tasks that build your "ear" for the language.
Mock DELF Prep: We use official standards so that when you sit for your diploma, you’re already a pro.

Level A2: Connecting with the World

What You’ll Master

Tell Your Story: Narrate past events and share your future plans.
Express Yourself: Share opinions, describe people, and handle travel or health situations with ease.
The Toolkit: Master the past tense (Passé Composé), future plans, and essential everyday verbs.
Modern Vocabulary: Focus on travel, technology, the environment, and media.

The Global Experience

Culture: Journey through French-speaking Africa and Québec.
Daily Life: Explore festivals and the reality of living abroad.

Certification Ready

Assessment: Practical role-plays and professional email writing.
The Goal: Comprehensive prep for the International DELF A2 Exam.

Level B1: The Independent Voice

The B1 Transformation

Argue & Debate: Learn to defend your opinions and navigate social debates with nuance.
Professional Writing: Master structured essays and reports—the skills needed for international universities.
Real-World Fluency: Discuss complex topics like education, politics, careers, and the environment.

Your Advanced Toolkit

Expressing Possibility: Master the Conditional and Future tenses to talk about "what if" and "what will be."
Advanced Flow: Use relative clauses and pronouns (y/en) to speak like a native.
The "Secret" of French: A gentle introduction to the Subjunctive and reported speech for professional contexts.

Culture & Cinema

Francophone Perspectives: Dive into contemporary cinema, youth culture, and the social issues shaping the French-speaking world today.

The Professional Goal

Assessment: High-level debates, presentations, and formal essays.
The Milestone: Intensive simulations for the DELF B1 Diploma—the minimum level required for many international jobs and residency applications.

Our Teaching Methodology: The Polyvox French Edge

The Four leverages of Learning

Speaking from Day 1: We use a communicative approach. Students don't just memorize grammar; they use it in real-world conversations from their very first lesson.
Project-Based Learning: Language comes to life through creativity. Whether it’s a film review or a cultural presentation, students learn by doing.
Exam-Oriented Excellence: While we keep it fun, we are rigorous. Every module is mapped to the DELF/DALF international standards to ensure globally recognized results.
Future-Ready Tools: We integrate digital resources and learner portfolios to track progress and keep students engaged in a modern, inclusive environment.

Your Academic Journey: Year at a Glance

Each level (A1–B2) is structured to ensure no student is left behind and every milestone is celebrated.

Timeline: 3–4 Terms per level for deep immersion.
Continuous Support: Regular "low-stakes" assessments to build confidence without the stress.
The Mid-Year Check: A formal exam to ensure the foundations are rock-solid.
The Final Stretch: A Mock DELF Exam—a full dress rehearsal for the official international diploma.