Beautiful, quiet space with very friendly and helpful staff. The Institute is very proactive, there is always something happening which they inform you on email (if this is your preference) about. Also membership includes free tickets for French movies. Since NY Public Library branches don`t have many books in French, I strongly suggest to everyone who appreciates the language and culture to become a member.

The best place to submerge oneself in order to be in France. Once you reach the place , it feels like you are already there. The library is well equipped and also offers you to access other platforms from the computers. They have a wide collection of books on sale for 1$ and apparently its ever changing. I picked up 2 already. They screen movies every Tuesday and have lots of social , cultural events. Being a member, is the best way to get access to such events.

I had a great experience, great teacher and I improved a lot. Good value compared to other schools I looked at. I would definitely recommend!

The childrens French classes were successfully organized and taught! I am in the Minimes program (age 7-10) and it was a BLAST! My teacher last year, Aurelia, made learning French fun and easy! She combined French with fun activities such as arts-and-crafts activities. Send your child to French classes at FIAF if she/he wants to learn French and have fun. From complete beginners to native French speakers, FIAF has the perfect program for you! Unfortunately, I am not available for French classes September-December every year because of my Nutcracker rehearsals and performances. See you in January! Merci, FIAF!

If you enjoy French, the language, the culture, the arts, this is THE place for you. The language classes are excellent. You will not find better teachers anywhere. You can find your level and then improve your skills at your pace. The library is excellent and a great place to read newspapers or magazines or novels or use their computers. The cultural events are varied and high quality. Take advantage of this resource!

We love the A Petit Pas classes at FIAF. My daughter adores her teachers and is fiercely proud of the work she does each week. The new director Anne is improving things and starting new programs that are creative and are engaging my daughter in new ways. She made her first crepe this afternoon and couldnt wait to share it with the family. Her French is really improving and shes excited to use it.

Enrolled for French language class a while ago, was too busy and lazy to attend, so cancelled following week - they never returned $500.00! These cheap French probably spent my money on chees, crackers and bad wine!😖😞😓

Very disorganized with regards to administering and/or proctoring the TEF Exam.At the exam, the schedule was delayed for the speaking exam and at the written exam the papers were mixed by the proctor - TEF and TEF Canada.Moreover, at the listening exam, one of the test takers phones kept buzzing again and again and no disciplinary action was taken.This is not a high school French class....When compared to the test centers of a world class organization like ETF/IELTS, FIAF/TEF seems to be very mismanaged and unprofessional.

Hi, I wish you can post + pics of this lovely place. when Ill visit New York,Ill be gladly to see you guys.

The toddler French lessons were poorly organized and lacked in quality. Children were given cheap dirty toys to rummage through while listening to French childrens music. The instructor clearly favored children who already spoke French. And worst of all, children were fed unsanitary food - a partially eaten watermelon stored inside a plastic shopping bag with a rusty old spoon to scoop out watermelon balls. After this poor quality experience in the first session, we requested a withdrawal and refund, but the Director Guitty Roustai refused our request citing that they do not give refund after you attend the first class. This seemed unfair. If you are thinking of signing up, please evaluate your options thoroughly as FIAF provides NO GUARANTEE on customer satisfaction.

Both of my children have attended the a petits pas classes since they were 1 and 3 year olds and love it. The teacher is fantastic, my daughters adore her and always love coming to class even when they are tired. They have made some great friendships. I dont know what the mention of unsanitary food is below but I have never seen that. The kids are always served alphabet biscuits from a jar and the teacher uses tongs to take each one out. I should also note we are not French, I dont speak French and my children have picked up the language quickly.

Well-organised language institute, with high technology classrooms, experienced teachers, well-chosen texts and a wide range of cultural activities to complement the language learning process. A little too expensive, though.

“A petit pas” … Not impressed.I must agree with the review below associated with the “A petit pas” children program. Our son is French -American and I was looking for a program in French to strengthen his exposure to the language and culture. Being given the program is designed by Alliance Francaise, I expected high quality and did not even think of researching before signing up.I should have.Both the teacher and the program were uninspired. While the program is advertised as lasting 1.5 hour, the first painful 30 minutes are spent doing nothing, children just rummage through two plastic bins filled with mismatched toys with some French music in the background. The only interaction they get in French at this stage is when the teacher tapes on the wall some paper shapes with the kid’s name on it. When the “class” starts finally, it is painfully boring. Children are not enticed to communicate with each other (whether it’s in French or in English). They just obey the teacher’s directions. The “A petit pas” class is more about learning to follow orders than learning to enjoy French. No room for imagination, but lots of do’s and don’t. It’s so comic that the reviewer below commented on unsanitary food being served to children, as I had the same reaction: the placemats look wiped but not cleaned, the plastic bag was from mysterious origin and also, the teacher will peel fruits and serve them without washing her hands first (and the food is served at the end of the class, after 1.5 hour of touching all kind of surfaces). We will not renew and we are impatient to be done with our prepaid package of sessions.Quel dommage.

Take French classes with Charlotte!!! She is amazing!

French culture in the heart of New York City. Very friendly staff. Great events.

All classes approved in January! Yip!

Viva la France! Can I live there full time?

Not so wow

World renowned institute

Great restaurant!!!!!!

Very nice

Every year for the month of July they organize a fair in honor of the French language. It is full of enthusiasm, delicious food and very entertaining shows. This year it was on Lexinton Avenue. last year it was in Time Square.