Personal tuition for adults — tailored to your level, grounded in real situations, taught with genuine commitment.
20+ years of experience in Berne.
«I now express myself in French with far greater ease.»
– Diplomate, Ambassade des États-Unis, BerneSprachstudio Bonjour in Berne offers one-to-one tuition and small-group courses for adults who want to speak French, deepen what they know or bring it back to life.
Communication comes first: you learn what you actually need — at work, for an exam, or simply for everyday life.
Jamila Lopez works with learners at every level, from complete beginner to advanced. Her approach is always individual: she assesses where you stand, what you are aiming for and how you learn, then adapts the lessons accordingly.
Lessons take place at Sprachstudio Bonjour on Monbijoustrasse in Berne — in a quiet, welcoming atmosphere that makes learning comfortable.
«A different way to communicate in French — personal, direct, and genuinely interested in your progress.»
A native French speaker. For more than twenty years she has taught adults and young people of all levels in Berne — with real delight in every step forward.
Arrange a first meetingI grew up in France and studied in Clermont-Ferrand. I have lived in Berne since 1985 — French is my mother tongue, teaching my passion.
What I love about this work: the moment something clicks. When someone who was certain they could «never manage French» suddenly speaks a whole sentence — and beams.
For me a language is never just grammar. It is attitude, empathy and connection. That is what I try to bring to every single lesson.
Every course is tailored — to your level, your goals and your schedule.
The French your job calls for — client conversations, correspondence, internal communication.
Find out moreFocused preparation for DELF, DALF and other certificates — with practice material and exam strategy.
Find out moreClose the gaps, understand the grammar, improve the marks — for school pupils and students.
Find out moreSpeaking in a relaxed setting — for anyone who wants more fluency or to keep what they have learnt alive.
Find out moreFrom scratch — at your own pace, without pressure. Solid foundations and plenty of practice from day one.
Find out moreLearning with no more than four people — the benefit of shared exchange at a gentler entry price.
Find out more«Language is connection — that is what I try to bring to every lesson.»
«I find the conversation classes with Jamila thoroughly engaging.»
Evi Alemann, Conseillère nationale, BerneAll prices in CHF. Course material not included. Course fees payable at the start of the course.
One-to-one
Individual
per lesson (60 min.)
Personal tuition, adapted to your goals and your level. Flexible scheduling.
Small group
Together
per person / 10 lessons
2 to 4 people, regular dates, shared learning. An attractive entry price.
First meeting & level assessment free · Trial lesson on request
The essentials on courses, prices and how things work at Sprachstudio Bonjour in Berne.
Ten to twenty one-to-one lessons are often enough for everyday situations. Jamila Lopez assesses your level in the free first meeting and builds the course around your goals — the pace and the duration depend on your previous knowledge, how much you practise and the level you are aiming for.
Yes. The beginners course at Sprachstudio Bonjour starts from scratch, without pressure and at your own pace. From the very first lesson, real communication is at the centre — pronunciation, basic vocabulary and first everyday conversations.
One-to-one tuition costs CHF 85 per 60-minute lesson for adults and CHF 65 for school pupils. The first meeting and the level assessment are free of charge.
Yes. Small groups of 2 to 4 people cost between CHF 390 and 490 per person for a block of 10 lessons of 60 minutes — the smaller the group, the higher the price per person.
Yes. The exam preparation course covers DELF A1 to B2, DALF C1/C2 and the TCF, including exam strategy and mock examinations. Recommended start: at least three months before the exam date.
Lessons take place at Sprachstudio Bonjour, Monbijoustrasse 67 in Berne — centrally located and easy to reach by tram 9 and by buses 19 and 28. Parking is available in the blue zone.
Jamila Lopez, a native French speaker from Clermont-Ferrand, has been teaching in Berne for more than twenty years. She adapts every lesson to the level, the goals and the learning style of each individual.
Yes. The first meeting, including the level assessment, is free and without obligation; a trial lesson can be arranged in addition on request.
Sprachstudio Bonjour is centrally located in Berne — easy to reach by public transport.
For a first meeting without obligation and a free assessment of your level, simply get in touch.