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New clubs starting in Bendigo!

LCF Fun Language Clubs – Goldfields will offer classes in Spanish, French, German, and Mandarin to children aged from 2 to 12, taught by professional LCF-trained teachers. A shortened Term ...

Learning languages differently

3 hour Drama workshop in the French language for adults. Sydney – 25 February 2012 9am-12pm Melbourne – 3 March 2012 9am-12pm Presented by Parisienne actress: Anna Jahjah This is a unique and exciting ...

NEW! French, Spanish & Mandarin for kids comes to Bendigo!

2012 sees the launch of a number of new LCF Fun Language clubs in the Bendigo area. Club Manager, Sally-Anne Symes will be on hand to answer any questions this ...

Welcome to The Year of the Dragon!

The origin of Chinese New Year (or Lunar New Year) is centuries old and is the longest and most important of the traditional Chinese holidays. The Chinese New Year tradition is...

French for Kids is fun - read this article about us by Ma Vi

There is no doubt that both the kids and the teachers in our Fun Language classes have enormous fun! If you don't believe it, just read this article by one ...

Engaged and enthusiastic children make for happy parents!

Our LCF clubs make the most of your child's ability to learn another language and the FUN methodology gets them using it on a day to day basis. Read on ...

Enrol NOW for Term 1 2012

Enrol your kids in a Fun Language Club NOW for Term 1 - don't miss ...

Summer Fun "Spanish Week" in Christchurch

Buenas Vacaciones! These holidays let your children spend a week of fun learning Spanish language and culture with Laura, our fabulous Argentinian ...

Give your child the advantage with LCF Fun Languages ‘French

"Each of my three children has attended LCF Fun Languages classes from the age of five. My older daughter has since 'graduated'. She has gone on to earn language prizes ...

Read on to see why a "French for Kids" Camp is a great idea

Give yourself a break and send the children to "France" for the holidays! "My daughter attended the Spring 2011 French camp and enjoyed it greatly... I can thoroughly recommend French ca...

Raising children in more than one language

Raising children in more than one language - Seminar in Melbourne A FREE seminar for parents, early childhood and pre-school workers, grandparents, teachers and others interested in bilingual education and teaching ...

French For Kids Holiday programs at Gordon Library

Gain a skill with one of our French Holiday Programs! How would you like to learn how to paint like the some of the greatest and most well loved European Artists - ...

A Great French For Kids Holiday Camp

Our French for kids holiday camp will give your child the opportunity to improve and practice their French through a 3 day immersion programme, including outdoor /indoor activities, cooking, bushwalking ...

Central Coast Holiday Program will make a big impression!

Learn all about two famous French artists, Monet and Magritte, on our Central Coast holiday program, while taking in lots of new vocabulary, playing games and making friends. Children will also...

In our Spanish for children clubs everyone's a winner!

Jose Valdivia, our Spanish teacher for the Conifer Grove School Spanish club has shared some pics from the club's recent Spanish Competition 2011 Prizegiving. Congratulations to you all! You can see ...

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Meet the Team

We are very proud of our team of dedicated, and passionate language enthusiasts. Each one is committed to ensuring that your child experiences a fun and inspiring start to early language learning!

Contact the team for information on Fun Language Clubs in NSW, Victoria, South Australia and Queensland!

Sally-Anne Symes

Location: Bendigo

Telephone: 0418 390 824

Email: sally-anne.symes@lcfclubs.com.au

Sally-Anne is delighted to be offering language clubs in Spanish, German, Mandarin and French to children in central Victoria, the heart of the Victorian goldfields. Based in Bendigo, LCF Fun Languages – Goldfields engages a passionate and dedicated team of local teachers to deliver multilingual fun!

Sally-Anne is kept busy as the mother of two small children (soon to be three) and having travelled extensively overseas, over many years, is passionate about cultural diversity, the benefits of learning other languages and the wonderful world of ‘kids’. Sal believes in the power of language to build children’s self esteem, enable more creative expression and in boosting the power of young brains. The opportunity to provide this through a fun, play-based and interactive program inspired her to get involved.

NEW! Clubs starting up in Bendigo:

Spanish 4-7yrs - Sat 10th March - 9.30am at Sacred Heart Cathedral Hall
Spanish 8-12yrs - Sat 10th March - 10.30am at Sacred Heart Cathedral Hall
Mandarin 2-5yrs - Tues 6th March - 9.15am at Sacred Heart Cathedral Hall
Mandarin 5-8yrs - Sat 10th March - 9am at Sacred Heart Cathedral Hall
Mandarin 8-12 yrs - Sat 10th March - 10.00am at Sacred Heart Cathedral Hall
Mandarin all ages - Sat 10th March - 11.15am at Rosalind Park Central Rotunda
French 2-5yrs - Tues 6th March - 10am at Sacred Heart Cathedral Hall
French 5-8yrs - Wed 7th March - 3.45pm at Sacred Heart Cathedral Hall

Visit our stall this weekend (28th January) at the Bendigo Chinese New Year Community Celebration to find out more!

Go here to register your interest and contact Sally-Anne for a FREE demo at your school or preschool!

Agnès Thévenin

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Location: Sydney's Sutherland shire

Phone: 0425 821 223

Email: agnes.thevenin@lcfclubs.com.au

Agnès is a French native speaker who is passionate about sharing French language and French culture. Holding a diploma in counselling, Agnès has experience working in groups with children and adults.

Her dynamic and interactive approach in teaching French makes learning enjoyable and rewarding. Now organizing clubs in Sydney’s Sutherland shire, Agnès is delighted to be offering you and your children the opportunity to develop the skills to speak French.

Nathalie Roy

Nathalie_Roy_Image Nathalie is the Club manager for LCF Fun Languages in the Central Coast area.

Location: Central Coast area

Phone: 0430 286 590

Email: nathalie.roy@lcfclubs.com.au

She is a French native with a Degree in Languages and International Trade. She is fluent in French, Spanish and English. She moved to Australia 10 years ago with her Australian husband and they have 3 children.

Passionate about her culture and children's education, she has been teaching French to students in Sydney before moving to the beautiful Central Coast.

As a mother of young children, and experienced teacher, she believes learning a second language is good for building self esteem, learning ability and overall development.

She is delighted to be offering Fun French Clubs for preschoolers and primary school students. Nathalie is also registering interest for upcoming Mandarin, Spanish and Italian Clubs in the Central Coast area.

ENROL NOW in one of our FRENCH CLUBS for TERM 1 2012 - CALL 0430 286 590

French for Preschoolers 2-5 years old at Wamberal Memorial Hall, every Fridays 1.15pm-1.45pm

French for 5-12 years old at Wamberal Public School, Mondays 8.20am-9.20am

French for 5-12 years old at Brisbania Public School ( Saratoga), Tuesdays 3.15pm-4.00pm

French for 5-12years ol at Terrigal Public School, Thursdays 3.15pm-4.15pm

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST FOR NEW UPCOMING CLUBS:

French for 5-12 years old at Bateau Bay Public School

French for 5-12 years old at Wyoming Public School ( Gosford)

Mandarin for 5-12 years old at Green Point Christian College.

Melanie and Sophie

melaniesophieweb Melanie and Sophie feel passionate about the benefits that come from learning a second language from an early age. They have a strong desire to create fun, interactive learning environments to inspire young people to want to learn and to reap the benefits

Contact them for a FREE demo at your school or preschool!

Location: Adelaide

Phone: 0466 494 797

Email: melanie.sophie@lcfclubs.com.au

Anne Reynaud Cracknell - LCF Moreton Bay

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Born and raised in western Switzerland, Anne is a native French speaker, and has been living in Queensland for more than 6 years.

NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters) accredited translator (English into French), she is enthusiastic about sharing her background culture in a playful yet professional manner, and to be offering FRENCH clubs to children and adults in the Moreton Bay area.

Convinced that early multi-cultural exposure is a vital asset, she is also taking expressions of interest for other languages offered by LCF.

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Brisbane, Redcliffe Peninsula & Moreton Bay (QLD).

0400 575 439

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Evangelina Sakugawa - LCF Gold Coast

evangelina2 Location: Gold Coast
Phone: 0431 373 178
Email: evangelina.s@lcfclubs.com.au

Evangelina is a Spanish native speaker who loves languages. She has been able to put her skills into practice while working on website translations for several years.
She has also taught English in her native country, Argentina, and is very passionate about children being given the opportunity to learn a second language.

Evangelina is running Spanish Clubs for pre-schoolers and primary school kids in Gold Coast, Queensland.
She is also registering interest for upcoming French and Mandarin clubs.

Loveena Narayanen

Register now for Term One After School Clubs at Mont Albert, Kew and East Bentleigh

Adult Classes every Tuesday Evening in Box Hill.

Location: Box Hill, Melbourne

Phone: 0433 064 650

loveena.narayanen@lcfclubs.com.au

Born and raised in French speaking , Mauritius, I moved to Melbourne 4 years ago. I graduated from the University of Mauritius with a joint honours in English and French in 1999 and have been teaching since then. For the past three years, I have been teaching French to primary students in Melbourne and currently also teaching French to native speakers. I've had the opportunity to organize radio shows, concerts and French week for my students.

I am passionate about languages and strongly believe in their power to open minds, bridge gaps and enhance cultural awareness. Giving a child the opportunity to learn a second language is a gift for life.

The best way a child can learn a language is to live the language and LCF has everything to make this happen in a fun, dynamic and friendly atmosphere.

I am delighted to offer French clubs in the Eastern and south Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

Vanessa Pichon

Vanessa_Pichon Location: Sydney - North Shore, Upper North Shore & Upper Northern Beaches.
Phone: 0403 909 333
Email: vanessa.pichon@lcfclubs.com.au

Vanessa is a native French speaker. She has been teaching for LCF for more than a year. Before moving to Australia, she worked in a private high school in Paris for several years. She also graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Linguistics from Orléans University (Loire Valley).

Vanessa is delighted to be offering French clubs for parents who desire that their children open their minds to another culture and a new language in a fun and enthusiastic.atmosphere.

Delphine Banse

Location: Sydney

Phone: 0420 242 974

Email: delphine.banse@lcfclubs.com.au

Born and raised in Paris, Delphine went on to study art in the celebrated university "Paris VIII" where she obtained her Master Degree in Visual Art. Before coming to Sydney, Delphine worked in the famous toy store LA GRANDE RECREE,organising fun art activities for children and parents.

As an experienced educator, Delphine always listens children`s needs and ideas to make the learning appropriate and meaningful for each child. Delphine will provide your children with a creative learning in a fun environment, helping them to develop a strong base of knowledge of the French language and its culture.

Michelle Bellamy

A fluent French and Italian speaker as well as a trained primary school teacher, Michelle is excited to have joined LCF clubs. Michelle's qualifications include a BA majoring in French Sociolinguistics, a Bachelor of Education and a certificate from the Lorenzo de' Medici Scuola di Lingua in Florence.

A mother of two young girls herself, Michelle understands that half the battle is won if you can make learning fun and proactive. Michelle will be offering French and Italian clubs to young learners in the sydney suburbs of Ryde, Epping and Gladesville.

Location: Sydney
Phone: 0402 141346
Email: michelle.bellamy@lcfclubs.com.au

Elizabeth Cummings

Elizabeth is an experienced primary school teacher with an international background. Elizabeth has enjoyed a teaching career with a variety of teaching roles including learning support, EFL, main stream and specialist classes in French and other languages for students of all ages. Eastern Suburbs is pleased to be offered a range of language learning opportunities in the following languages: French, German, Italian, Mandarin, and Spanish as well as JAZZMATAZZ our new and exciting music programme for pre-schoolers. Check our web site for more info!

Location: Sydney
Phone: 0431 861 387
Email: elizabeth.cummings@lcfclubs.com.au

Jim Callahan

Jim is an experienced primary school teacher and a passionate francophile. After 2 years living and studying in France, he decided to leave 'Primary school' and share his passion for French language and culture. Jim is very excited about passing on his French skills to people of all ages in Melbourne. Jim runs pre-school, primary and adults clubs and conversation immersion programs.

Location: Melbourne
Phone: 0432 719 034
Email: jim.callahan@lcfclubs.com.au

Elodie Bouvier

Elodie Bouvier is a French native speaker coming all the way from Paris. She is now delighted to be offering French clubs for children and adults in and around the western/north shore suburbs of Sydney: Epping West, Croydon Park, Lane Cove and Lindfield.

Location: Sydney

Phone: 0466 544 705

Email: elodie.bouvier@lcfclubs.com.au

Passionate about education and child development, she has studied psychology in France and Belgium for many years. She has also been teaching French since she arrived in Australia 3 years ago. This great experience led her to start a teaching degree by correspondence (French as a second language) with the University of Grenoble. She loves working with children as it is a lots of fun and so rewarding!

You want to give your child the opportunity of learning French?

Do not hesitate to contact me to organise either a club at your place or at your child's school.

Josie Formichelli

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I am very passionate about language learning!! I have been teaching Italian for 20 years and really enjoy what I do!!

Location: Melbourne
Phone: 0425 719 280
Email: josie.formichelli@lcfclubs.com.au

I am running Italian classes for preschool and school age classes. I have many classes running in 2012 If you are interested please contact me.

A presto! Josie

Shu Ge

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Location: Melbourne
Phone: 0403 194 668
Email: shu.ge@lcfclubs.com.au

Shu Ge is delighted to be offering Mandarin clubs to Pre-school and Primary children in South-east Suburbs.

Shu Ge is a qualified Kindergarten teacher in China. She has been continuously teaching Mandarin since she has arrived in Melbourne 10 years ago. She has worked with students in various ages from 5 to 17 year old in Chinese Weekend Schools and Caulfield Grammar School. She also had experience in hosting children's programs in Mandarin at SBS radio station and 3CW Chinese radio station (AM1341) for periods of time.

As a migrant and a mother of 4 year old son, Shu Ge is enjoying multicultural dynamics in Melbourne. She would love to pass on her passion for Mandarin language and Chinese culture to other children.

Carolyn Glover

Carolyn is delighted to be offering French clubs for children.
She is working in and around Brighton East in Melbourne.

Carolyn lived and studied French in Brussels, Belgium, some
years ago. She now has three children of her own and is
enjoying passing on her passion for languages to them and
other children.

Location: Melbourne
Phone: 0438 085 869
Email: carolyn.glover@lcfclubs.com.au

Carrie Grimes - LCF Clubs Inner West

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Location: Sydney Inner West

Email: carrie.grimes@lcfclubs.com.au

"It's excellent!! (The teacher) is just fantastic with the kids and the class style and material is great. Also, because the class is small, it really gives each child the chance to participate. (He) is a lot more open to learning French because of the class and often asks me about words of his own accord. I must also say that the CD is the biggest hit with both my kids (even my 2 year old is picking up words from it)." Nadda, Five Dock

Julia Higgs

Julia_Higgs Location: Sydney
Phone: 0405 441 775
Email: julia.higgs@lcfclubs.com.au

Julia Higgs has a BA Hons in International Business and Languages, studying French, Spanish and German. She is also TEFL qualified and has taught English at primary schools in India as well as lecturing in business and marketing at University. She has further developed her language skills by working in Paris and Costa Rica. She has also spent 10 years working in International trade in New York, London and Sydney. She has a passion for languages, teaching and learning about other cultures. And as a mother of two young boys she also knows that learning has to be fun !

Julia Higgs runs Fun French, Spanish, German, Mandarin and Italian Clubs in the Manly Warringah area .

Marina Hugo

Marina_Hugo Location: Sydney
Phone: 0418 617 374
Email: marina.hugo@lcfclubs.com.au

Marina is a trained Mandarin teacher for children. She loves teaching Mandarin and Chinese culture. Through our professionally designed course, involving songs, drama, crafts and lots of lively games, most children enjoy learning Mandarin regardless of their language background.

Many researches have proven that learning a second language will gain many benefits for a child's development. But why do we learn Mandarin?

Isabelle and Geraldine

We offer fun and interactive French Clubs for children in the following areas:
Kingscliff
Terranora
Cudgen

Learning another language has many benefits. It complements literacy skills,enhances self esteem and encourages achievement. That is what our French Clubs are all about! Learning while having fun!

Location: Tweed Heads
Phone: 0403 075 674
Email: isabelle.pilonchery@lcfclubs.com.au

Rachel Lee

Location: Melbourne
Phone: 0438 350 150
Email: rachel.lee@lcfclubs.com.au

Rachel is delighted to be offering French and Spanish sessions for Preschoolers, Primary aged children and Adults in the North-eastern suburbs of Melbourne!

Truly passionate about the French language and culture, Rachel has worked in teaching and industry in France for a number of years. She has a Combined Honours Degree in French and Manufacturing and a Masters Degree from a leading French University in European Business.
She has also studied Spanish, Italian, German and Arabic.

Her four year old son enjoys learning songs and rhymes in French and Spanish, so she has firsthand experience of the enjoyment children can have from learning a second language!

Katie Mangai

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Location: Melbourne
Phone: 0410 980 506
Email: katie.mangai@lcfclubs.com.au

Katie originally comes from New Zealand, but spent her childhood in Malaysia and has lived in both France and Francophone West Africa. She studied Theatre and Drama Education and has experience teaching primary, secondary and pre-school aged children.

Katie fell in love with France and the French language when she was first taught French by an inspiring teacher and has enjoyed speaking French ever since. She is delighted to be sharing her love of languages, French and drama and all kinds of creative learning with your children!Katie and her great team of (mainly native speaking) teachers are offering French Clubs in the inner north and eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Enrol now for Term 1!

Nickie Race-Jones

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Location: Sydney
Phone: 0413 163 807
Email: nickie@lcfclubs.com.au

Nickie is Owner and Managing Director of LCF Fun Languages both in Australia and New Zealand. She originally started as a LCF Club Franchisee in New Zealand before moving to Australia.

Fluent in four languages, Nickie has a passion for languages and is an accomplished business woman.

In 2010, she was nominated for Telstra Business Woman of the Year in Australia.

In 2011, she was a finalist in the Bio-oil Ausmumpreneur of the Year Awards

Tom and Shuang

NEW CLUBS starting in Chermside this term and next term -- contact us to discuss your needs!

Tom and Erin are thrilled to be offering Fun Language Clubs for children in Brisbane's Northern Suburbs!

Erin (郭爽 guoshuang) has come from Nanjing, China and has completed her Master of Education here in Brisbane. She comes from a family of teachers and loves passing on her mother tongue, Mandarin, to people of all ages, especially kids! Tom holds a TESOL qualification and is working on a Music degree. He has spent time teaching English to young people in China, and often helps teach music to the young children in his choir.

Location: Brisbane
Phone: 07 3103 0523
Email: tom.shuang@lcfclubs.com.au

Kati Tempesta

Location: Melbourne
Phone: 0411 183 892
Email: kati.tempesta@lcfclubs.com.au

Fun Language Clubs on the Mornington Peninsula.

Hi, I’m Kati – half Italian, half German and adopted Aussie for the past 10 years now. Fluent in 4 languages, with an Italian doctorate in English, I specialise in adult teaching but love the interaction and the energy that comes with teaching children.

If there isn’t a club running already in your area, please contact me and we’ll create one either at your child’s school or at the nearest and available local community centre

Ciao