Alliance Française Palmerston North

Alliance Française Palmerston North and its predecessor the “Cercle Français” have been actively promoting interest in the French language and culture since 1949.

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Bastille Day Celebration 2025

Join in on Saturday 26 July at 7 pm to celebrate the French national day with us!

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Experience the French culture

Alliance Française Palmerston North contributes to a vibrant cultural life in the city by organising many community and cultural events.

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Why learn French?

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French for beginners

Begin learning French in a fun, friendly and social environment.

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Pick up where you left off: log in to continue learning with us.

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Browse all courses

Explore our full range of courses, for every member of the family.

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New to the Alliance?

Take a free, online assessment to work out your level.

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Enjoy a wide range of community benefits

Our members and students are invited to make the most of a host of benefits, as well as exclusive deals and discounts with us and our diverse network of partners.

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Membership

Becoming a member of Alliance Française Palmerston North gives you access to many wonderful benefits.

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Library

Come along, take a book and relax in our little piece of France in Palmy.

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Cultural events

Immerse yourself in the French language and culture with our cultural events and activities.

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Online courses

Do you live too far, have no access to transport or just want to stay at home?

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By becoming a member of Alliance Francaise I have been invited to a large range of benefits including French lessons by dedicated French tutors, either private or group tutors, discounts at various shops/cafes, a large variety of interesting events to attend if one so wishes, books, DVD's, etc to hire, plus a host of other information. There is also the opportunity of meeting French people as well as other new people in the community.

In my retirement, I have found in Alliance Française a friendly and supportive environment where students of all ages can enjoy learning French, with opportunities to attend French cultural events and French films - much more than a language class, a great experience.

Alliance Française in Palmerston North has provided me with an excellent environment in which to learn a second language. The fun lessons in the company of other students is a far better way than trying to learn online.