Sem Balaguer

Learn French with Confidence | From A1 to C1 | Conversation, Grammar & DELF/DALF Preparation
About Me

My name is Maryana, and I am a certified French teacher at EDES online language school. I hold a DALF C1 qualification and have more than 15 years of experience living, studying and working in France.
I teach French to children, teenagers and adults from beginner to advanced levels, helping students develop practical language skills for everyday life, education, work and relocation.

I work with students who:
• are starting French from zero;
• understand French but find it difficult to speak;
• know grammar but cannot use it naturally in conversation;
• have difficulties understanding spoken French;
• want to improve their vocabulary and pronunciation;
• need to prepare for DELF or DALF exams;
• want to use French confidently for studying, work, travel or life in a French-speaking country.

Each learning programme is adapted to the student's level, goals and pace.
When You Understand French but Find It Difficult to Speak
Knowing grammar and vocabulary is not enough if you cannot use them in real communication.
During lessons, we focus on practical French and work with the difficulties that prevent you from speaking confidently.

During our lessons, we:
• speak French from the beginning and gradually develop fluency;
• build vocabulary for real-life situations;
• practise grammar through communication and context;
• work on pronunciation and listening comprehension;
• learn to construct sentences and express ideas naturally;
• analyse and correct recurring mistakes;
• practise dialogues and situations that you may encounter in everyday life, studies or work.

Lessons are conducted entirely in French, with explanations adapted to the student's level.
My goal is not simply to teach you more French rules and vocabulary, but to help you use French in real communication.

Learning Results
Throughout the course, you will work towards:
• speaking French with greater confidence;
• understanding spoken French more easily;
• constructing sentences more naturally;
• expanding your active vocabulary;
• improving grammar and pronunciation;
• communicating in everyday situations;
• becoming more independent in using French.

DELF / DALF Preparation
If you are preparing for an exam, we work not only on your general French but also on the specific requirements and format of the exam.
We practise the skills required for DELF and DALF, analyse mistakes and develop strategies for different types of tasks.

Who Are the Lessons For?
Children and teenagers — school French, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening and speaking practice.
Adults — French from A1 to C1 for everyday communication, studies, work, travel or relocation.
Exam candidates — preparation for DELF and DALF.
Beginners — structured learning from the very first lessons.

Online Format
Lessons are conducted online using an interactive learning environment and modern digital materials.
Individual lessons are adapted to the student's level and goals.
Pair lessons are also available for students who want more opportunities for communication and practice.
If my schedule does not match your availability, I can also recommend another experienced French teacher from our school who follows the same communicative approach and professional standards.

Let's Start Learning French
Whether you are starting from zero, want to overcome the fear of speaking or need French for studies, work, relocation or an exam, we can build your learning around your specific goal.

Book a trial lesson and let's identify your current level, discuss your objectives and decide what to focus on next.