Reviews

"Variety and flexibility make this an ideal learning experience!"
"Warning: addictive!"

"As a native English speaker with fluency in Spanish, this course was ideal for flexibility in learning another Romance language without going over the basics of grammar that are so similar in Spanish, French, Italian, etc. This flexibility allowed me to progress in less than a year to the Intermediate level, and Camille invites you to speak in French about subjects that interest you, so it is a fun and exciting experience too! Camille as a native speaker gives an incredibly useful perspective on French culture and attitudes as well as the likely reactions to different styles of speaking. Having been to Paris since the lessons, I know how useful her teaching is! Warning: addictive!" Stuart Wamsley Junior

Interview in "The Boston Globe" - 08/12/07

by Cindy Cantrell - NorthWest insert, People section.

Camille "is most interested in building the confidence of adults who may read French but are afraid to speak it".

"The lessons on her website is her way of giving back to her adopted country". Read the full article (pdf)

Interview in the "Medford Transcript" - 12/11/07

by Sharon Tosto Esker - "Tucked away in the comforts of a warm house in West Medford, you can escape to Paris with the help of a welcoming French teacher." Read the full article (pdf)

Interview in "le Journal Français" - 01/07

"Camille adore ses cours et aime rire et parler avec ses élèves."

Interview "Teacher of the week" by Fluent French Audio

Q: So an adult comes to you who knows nothing : how much chance does he or she have of learning French?
A: Adults can and do learn - when you don't treat them like children ! They need to understand so they can memorize. They are self-motivated, so you don't need to fight to get their attention, but they also are very self-conscious. I believe the first thing to do is to build up their confidence, to set them up for success.
Read the full interview by clicking here.

"Total beginner to an intermediate level in 3 months"
"Camille is one of the best teachers I have ever had."

I had to learn French in a few months due to business circumstances (going to study in INSEAD in Paris) and I was expecting it to be a chore. But Camille made the one-on-one classes (2 hours a day, 5 times a week) absolutely enjoyable and at the same time informative . This was not an easy task since I have no inclination to learn new languages. Camille has a unique approach to teaching French: a killer combination of everyday conversation (the arts, travel, current affairs, etc) with emphasis on a strong grammatical foundation.She was able to accommodate my busy schedule and tailor the course to my needs.
Camille is one of the best teachers I have ever had. All in all, I have had a lot of fun in learning French and have progressed from a total beginner to an intermediate level in 3 months. I highly recommend her, if you are looking to learn french, she is a very dedicated and extremely savvy teacher."
Sandeep Akkaraju

"I enjoy the format of phone conversation "

" As a resident of the "deep south," I'm too far away for a face to face lesson, but phone lessons have been the answer for me. I call Camille at our scheduled time, and we chat about a variety of topics - movies, weekend activities, pets, French customs, and when needed, we practice grammar exercises. I have learned a great deal and am becoming more comfortable with carrying on a real conversation. I also enjoy the format of a phone conversation, as I must rely exclusively on my knowledge of the language rather than watching for the speaker's gestures or facial expressions for context clues. "
Angela Kennedy

"A naturally gifted teacher"

" I have been taking group lessons with Camille for several years. In addition to being a naturally gifted teacher, she provides a comfortable, safe teaching environment. the group lessons are a great way to study the language via discussions of daily life events "
Henri Talberth

"Outstanding Instruction for the advanced student"
"I travel over one hour each way to my weekly lesson without a second thought..."

"This is private instruction at its absolute best. Camille has a flair for finding a multitude of language activities to motivate, clarify, and improve all areas for the advanced student. I travel over one hour each way to my weekly lesson without a second thought because this kind of personalized instruction is very difficult to find, particularly at this level."
Allen Kalik

"I have taken lots of classes over the years, tried studying on my own, but it wasn't until I discovered Camille that I really noticed a huge improvement."

"I have taken lots of classes over the years, tried studying on my own, but it wasn't until I discovered Camille that I really noticed a huge improvement in both my French comprehension and speaking ability. Recently I've joined a group of three other students and I'm enjoying the diversity of the conversations, as well as the challenge to keep up my end of them. Camille is an efficent, capable teacher who has an uncanny ability to recognize individual learning style. She's flexible, patient, and creative. I always look forward to my meetings with her."
Natasha Yakovlev

"...something I would not get in a classroom environment."

I especially appreciate the one-on-one aspect of the lessons because I have never studied a foreign language before. Camille's thorough and individualized approach means that we do not move on to a new topic until I am ready - something I would not get in a classroom environment.
Kate Syms

"I am not only learning the language, but also learning more about the culture."

"I have been taking phone lessons with Camille for several months now, and can say that she is a fantastic instructor. She has adapted to both my schedule and my homework needs, and provides a course of instruction that is structured without being rigid. I am not only learning the language, but also learning more about the culture. She was very flexible in setting up my program, and did so in a way that works over the phone. I prefer doing phone lessons because they are convenient, but they are also more challenging, no cheating by watching hand gestures or facial expressions! Camille has turned this constraint into a benefit, and made it work quite well. She is knowledgeable, patient, and funny, and I highly recommend her as an instructor."
Jennifer Johnson

"She 'demystifies' the French language"

I started taking lessons with Camille in preparation to my moving to France in order to attend INSEAD MBA program. Camille is very personable, and my lessons with her have been enjoyable and highly informative. As a native French speaker, Camille is able to provide her students with lots of useful and interesting insights into the French language and culture, and I found her explanations to be down-to-earth and practical. I went from total beginner to conversational in the present tense in 2 months, with 3 hours of weekly lessons, and serious homework.
I highly recommend Camille if you need a French tutor. She "demystifies" the French language, facilitates her students' progress in any way she can, and pays excellent attention to one's conversational skills, grammar and pronunciation.
Tanya Cherneva

"I always look forward to my weekly lessons - I wish I had the time for more!"

"Camille is a great teacher! I have been a student for about 10 months -- both as part of a group, and for individual lessons. Camille is ideal for the motivated learner, and she is always flexible about lesson content. I might be doing grammar one day, but if I need a break, I read novels, and discuss them (in French, of course!). My vocabulary has improved dramatically, and I am more confident in expressing myself in spoken French. I always look forward to my weekly lessons -- I wish I had the time for more!"
Lisa McShine

"I am astonished at the progress that I have made"
" …Camille's extraordinary teaching skills and enthusiasm."

"I recommend Camille to anyone who is serious about learning French. Camille's superb teaching technique skillfully combines conversational and reading exercises with a thorough review of French grammar. I have been taking private lessons with Camille for the past eight months, and have been participating in a weekly group lesson as well. I am astonished at the progress that I have made over this period. I definitely owe this to Camille's extraordinary teaching skills and enthusiasm."
Reza Mollaaghababa

"I have found that you can learn as quickly or as slowly as you like, and have a wonderful time in the process!"

I have been studying French with Camille for 2 years, first in private class and now in a group lesson, and have found both to be equally rewarding. Camille's approach is very personal and supportive, friendly and casual. She adapts her teaching style to your comfort level and learning comprehension. She encourages you to talk about your interests, prepares you well for the intricacies of travel in France, and rewards you with tales of life in Paris! I have found that you can learn as quickly or as slowly as you like, and have a wonderful time in the process!"
Melissa Bennett