Why students and adults choose
FRENCH SMILE ?
➤ A learning experience shaped around you
Every lesson is tailored to your goals, personality, pace, and way of learning.
➤ Beyond language learning
Build confidence in speaking while discovering the richness of French culture and expression.
➤ Guidance that feels supportive
Structured coaching, clear methodology, and encouragement at every stage of your journey.
➤ Learn from anywhere, beautifully
Online lessons remain warm, personal, and deeply engaging — while offering the flexibility and ease of learning from anywhere in the world.
FRENCH SMILE
is designed for ...
➤ Students preparing for exams
IB, IGCSE, DELF, TEF and academic success with clarity and confidence.
➤ Adults learning French from the beginning
A calm and encouraging approach for learners who want clarity, confidence, and real progress.
➤ Advanced learners refining fluency
For students and adults seeking more fluency, nuance, natural expression, and deeper cultural connection.
➤ Professionals and international clients
Flexible premium coaching designed for international lifestyles and demanding schedules.
Their experience with FRENCH SMILE
For over 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of guiding students and adults from around the world — from Hong Kong to London, from complete beginners to experienced professionals.
Each journey is unique, but they all share something in common: confidence, progress, and a deeper connection to the language.
Skye Leckie
Philanthropist. Lover of life.
Emilie St Pe and I have been student/teacher since November 2023, and from the minute we met each other we got on, as she’s the most extraordinary teacher of the French language.
Her understanding of it is second to none, and her teaching skills are unbelievably professional.
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John Bond
Previously chairman of HSBC Hong Kong
Emilie is a brilliant teacher, she combines interesting stories and conversation in an engaging way.
So we learn and have fun at the same time.
She has a charming personality which makes our weekly French lessons a joy we look forward to eagerly. She has helped us improve in leaps and ...
Gracey Greco
Bids & Client Service, Christie's New York
I have been working with Emilie for many years, first in secondary school and now post-graduate, and I have never experienced a better tutor. Emilie is passionate about her work and really easy to get along with. She makes every class engaging by tailoring each ...
Sharmaine Kwan
New media artist, Hong Kong
Emilie's French lessons are highly engaging and interesting as you not only learn about the language but also about French culture and world affairs. She is always bright, cheerful, and encouraging which has motivated me to push myself further.
Your Journey
begins HERE
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Let’s connect
We begin with a conversation about your goals, level, and learning experience.
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Your personalised plan
Together, we create an approach designed around your rhythm, strengths, and objectives.
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Learn with confidence
Through thoughtful coaching and engaging lessons, you progress naturally and consistently.
Choose the path that fits your goals
Every program is tailor-made, warm, and designed to help you succeed.
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Private French Coaching
Private French coaching designed entirely around you.
These one-on-one classes are the heart of French Smile.
Build confidence, fluency, and deeper connection to the language through highly personalised lessons adapted to your goals and lifestyle.
➤ Book your discovery session and begin your tailor-made journey.
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Structured support for IB, IGCSE, DELF, TEF and beyond.
Clear methodology, focused preparation, and personalised guidance to help students approach exams calmly and confidently.
➤ Book your discovery session and let’s plan your exam success together.
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French Fast Track for Beginners
Build strong foundations and start speaking French with ease
An intensive beginner experience designed for learners seeking rapid and structured progress in a supportive environment.
➤ Enroll now or book s discovery session to learn more.
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A warm conversation space for learners who want to speak more naturally.
Weekly guided conversations designed to improve fluency, spontaneity, confidence, and authentic expression.
➤ Join the Circle and bring French into your everyday life with joy and ease.
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Bordeaux VIP Day
An immersive French experience combining language, culture, and art de vivre.
Experience French through conversation, gastronomy, markets, wine, and meaningful cultural moments in Bordeaux.
Emilie Saint-Pé
I founded French Smile in 2013 with the desire to create a more personal and meaningful approach to learning French.
Based in Hong Kong and working internationally, I guide students and adults through tailor-made coaching designed with structure, creativity, and care.
Over the years, I’ve developed original learning materials, led workshops across different countries, and helped learners of all levels build confidence and lasting progress in French.
But beyond language itself, what matters most to me is creating an atmosphere where students feel supported, encouraged, and truly at ease expressing themselves.
Because learning French is not only about mastering a language — it’s about finding confidence within it.
Over the past decade, I’ve collaborated with international schools, organisations, and cultural institutions worldwide.
Explore French
LANGUAGE & CULTURE
Learning French also means discovering the culture, ideas, and everyday moments behind the language.
Through articles, conversations, and personal stories, the French Smile Journal invites you to explore French culture in a more intimate and meaningful way.
You’ll discover:
Traditions, daily life, language, and French inspiration.
➤ Conversations & inspirations
Personal stories, creative journeys, and meaningful exchanges around French culture.
Reflections and guidance to help learners express themselves more naturally and freely.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do you offer online French lessons?
Yes — French Smile offers personalised online French coaching worldwide.
Online lessons are designed to feel just as warm, engaging, and interactive as in-person sessions, while offering the flexibility to learn from anywhere.
2. Are lessons suitable for beginners?
Absolutely.
Lessons are thoughtfully tailored to every level, from complete beginners to advanced learners, with a calm and supportive approach designed to build confidence naturally.
3. Can I learn French in 3 months?
Yes — with consistency and personalised guidance, it’s possible to make significant progress in just a few months.
French Fast Track is an intensive beginner program designed to help learners quickly build strong foundations in speaking, reading, writing, and everyday communication.
4. How do I prepare for French exams like GCSE, DELF or TEF?
French Smile offers personalised exam preparation combining clear methodology, targeted practice, and structured support to help students feel confident and fully prepared.
5. How do I begin?
Simply book a discovery session.
We’ll discuss your goals, current level, and learning experience in order to create a personalised path designed around you.