French tutor · Long Stratton
Mrs Florence M.
Native French Tutor — Flexible, personalised and fun lessons
Hourly rate
£35/hr
French tutor · Long Stratton
Native French Tutor — Flexible, personalised and fun lessons
About
About Me
I began tutoring in 2008 and have since built over 20 years of experience teaching French to learners of all ages and levels. My career has taken me through different countries, teaching environments and platforms, and today I specialise in online tuition with a strong focus on clear explanations, confidence‑building and steady, meaningful progress.
I have lived in England for more than two decades, and I work with children, teenagers and adults from a wide range of backgrounds — from complete beginners to GCSE, A‑Level and advanced learners. My lessons are fully tailored to each student’s needs, learning style and goals, ensuring they feel comfortable, motivated and able to progress at their own pace. I am passionate about helping learners discover that French can be enjoyable, accessible and rewarding, and I love seeing their confidence grow week after week.
How My Lessons Work
My lessons follow a clear structure while remaining flexible to each student’s needs. I aim to make learning organised, engaging and confidence‑building.
1. Quick check‑in and warm‑up A short activity to get the student thinking in French — a few questions, a recap or a small vocabulary game — helps them settle in and switch into “French mode”.
2. Review of previous learning We briefly revisit what we covered in the last lesson to reinforce understanding and ensure everything is clear before moving on.
3. Main focus of the lesson This part is tailored to the student’s goals: grammar, exam preparation, speaking, listening, reading or writing. I use examples, exercises and real‑life situations to make the content meaningful and memorable.
4. Practice and application Students apply what they’ve learned through guided practice — conversation, exam‑style questions, translation, role‑play or interactive activities depending on their level.
5. Feedback and corrections I provide clear, constructive feedback so students know what they’re doing well and what we will continue to develop.
6. Summary and next steps We finish with a short recap and a simple plan for the next lesson. When helpful, I suggest small tasks to reinforce learning between sessions.
My Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that students learn best when they feel comfortable, supported and confident. I take a calm, natural approach where each learner can progress at their own pace without pressure. Every student is different, so I adapt my methods to their needs, strengths and goals rather than applying a one‑size‑fits‑all approach. Above all, I aim to create a learning environment that is clear, encouraging and genuinely enjoyable.
£35/hr · 1 subject · 13 levels
Subjects & pricing
£35/hr
Languages
- French Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- BA Education Certificate checked · Hautes Ecoles de Namur · Ordinary degree · 1993 Hautes Ecoles de Namur · Ordinary degree · 1993 Certificate checked
Teaching qualification
- QTS French Certificate checked · General Teaching Council of England · Pass · 2010 General Teaching Council of England · Pass · 2010 Certificate checked
Other
- Degree Certificate in Translation Certificate checked · University of Manitoba · 2009 University of Manitoba · 2009 Certificate checked
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Sandra
I have started my journey with Florence not that long ago and I must say, I am very happy with the lessons so far. She is very patient, always positive and very helpful. I am looking forward to learning more under her supervision.
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci beaucoup Sandra. It's a pleasure to teach you and knowing you have the support of Nico, you'll be great!!
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Ian
Florence is such a good tutor. She is so easy to talk to and get along with. As someone who isn’t too keen on online communication this is important because it feels much more natural. I would very much recommend Florence.
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P
She is a great tutor
Mrs Florence M. replied
Thank you so much Peng. Enrico is a pleasure to teach and I enjoy helping with his French.
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Beverley
So so happy with Florence, Excellent tutor, could not have choosen better. Thank you .
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci beaucoup Beverley. I am so glad to be teaching you too. You're a very dedicated student and a delight to be with. I am looking forward to you becoming fluent in French. Encore merci Florence Merci beaucoup Beverley. I am so glad to be teaching you too. You're a very dedicated student and a delight to be with.
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Anna
Florence is super patient and I have enjoyed our classes so far. My french comprehension is steadily improving and I do not feel under pressure/nervous when speaking, as I know she will help. Merci Florence
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci Anna. C'est très gentil. Il vous suffit maintenant de plus de confiance et de ramener votre français à la surface. A demain Florence Merci Anna. C'est très gentil. Il vous suffit maintenant de plus de confiance et de ramener votre français à la surface. A demain
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Ruth
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci beaucoup Ruth.
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Michael
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci beaucoup pour cette note.
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Christine
Excellent. Florence has a knack for knowing what kind of help her pupils need. She is intuitive, charming and interesting. I’m enjoying my lessons with her very much and am learning even more fluency, which is what I want.
Mrs Florence M. replied
Un tout grand merci Chrissie pour ces compliments. C'est un vrai plaisir de vous aider avec votre français. A jeudi et bon weekend, Florence Un tout grand merci Chrissie pour ces compliments. C'est un vrai plaisir de vous aider avec votre français. A jeudi et bon weekend,
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JEAN
Florence is helping me to develop my understanding of the basic conversational French that I have. I am finding the grammar more of a challenge but a confident that my knowledge is improving with her guidance .
Mrs Florence M. replied
Bonjour Jean, Thanks a lot for your lovely review. We will try to cover as little grammar as possible to focus on your conversation. :) A lundi. Merci, Florence Bonjour Jean, Thanks a lot for your lovely review. We will try to cover as little grammar as possible to focus on your conversation. :)
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Kimberley
Florence is a friendly and patient professor. I would recommend her to others in a heartbeat!
Mrs Florence M. replied
Un tout grand merci Kim. J'espère que vous trouverez un travail rapidement pour retourner en France. :)
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Saloua
We have recently started online tuitions with Florence and so far so good. My son had 2 lessons and he is very pleased with Florence 's help and way of teaching. He told me that he feels comfortable asking questions. In all and all we are happy that we found this tutor to support my son for his French A level. Big thanks to you Florence on your support.
Mrs Florence M. replied
Un tout grand merci Saloua. Je suis contente d'apprendre que Mohyiddin est à l'aise avec moi. J'espère pouvoir l'aider avec son français et le préparer pour son examen. Florence
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Carole
Good balance of grammar/conversational French. Easy to get on with, made good suggestions re: the way forward. The time flew!
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci Carole. C'est un plaisir de parler avec vous et j'espère partager votre plaisir lors de l'obtention de votre nouvelle nationalité française. :) A bientôt, Florence
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Dawn
Enjoy my lessons with Florence.
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci beaucoup Dawn. I do enjoy it too. I am looking forward to you learning French and gaining some confidence. You know more than you think. :) A bientôt, Florence Merci beaucoup Dawn. I do enjoy it too. I am looking forward to you learning French and gaining some confidence. You know more than you think. :)
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Lynette
Hi Florence, you were very friendly and chatty at our first meeting and you suggested ideas for future lessons. Thanks. See you on 29th August, Lynette.
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Mihaela Tamara
Florence is a very nice teacher with good teaching skills. I enjoy a lot my classes with her.
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci beaucoup Mihaela. C'est un plaisir également de discuter avec vous de dermatologie ou autres sujets de votre vie. A la semaine prochaine, Florence
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Richard
Teaching style very effective and Florence is a very fine teacher.
Mrs Florence M. replied
Bonjour Richard, Merci beaucoup. I wish you all the best with your French. Florence
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Megan
Florence is a superb and wonderful tutor. I'm so glad I found her, her lessons are excellent. She has a brilliant sense of humour too! It's awesome to have found a tutor you can learn from and laugh with. She makes the lessons very relaxed. I am always nervous and don't trust myself but she puts me at ease and I am slowly learning to trust myself! My French has improved by miles in the time that I have been having lessons with Florence, I always look forward to our lessons. Florence is the best French tutor anyone could ask for, I 100% recommend her. Just don't play bingo with her, she is a ruthless bingo caller! :-)
Mrs Florence M. replied
Un tout grand merci!! Especially for the Bingo. If I wasn't ruthless, you wouldn't learn your numbers. I am glad you are having fun, it's the best way to learn! Carry on that way and you'll be fluent in no time! Be more confident! :)
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Susie
Florence is very helpful, and teaches with empathy towards me as her student, which I much appreciate. So far she has proved a very efficient and professional teacher. Susie Wilson.
Mrs Florence M. replied
Un tout grand merci Susie. Vous êtes une étudiante très agréable et facile à enseigner. A bientôt Florence
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Elizabeth
What a delight it is to have found someone like Florence for improving my spoken and written French! Being a native-French speaker she keeps me up-to-date with modern day terms and phrases while I try to become more fluent. She is so helpful when I need to translate into academic French using what for her would be unusual terminology. And when we're not doing serious stuff we can have a laugh together! What more could I ask for?
Mrs Florence M. replied
Un tout grand merci Elizabeth. C'est un réel plaisir de vous écouter parler avec passion de votre métier. Et vos éclats de rire illuminent ma journée. Encore merci, Florence
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Hanneke
Mrs Florence M. replied
Merci Hannake. Looking forward to make you and Andrew fluent! :)