French Institute of the United Kingdom

French language school · South Kensington

French Institute of the United Kingdom

French language school · South Kensington

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17 Queensberry Pl, South Kensington, London SW7 2DT, United Kingdom

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Nestled in South Kensington, the Institut français du Royaume-Uni is a vibrant cultural hub that blends French cinema, language classes, and a charming café, making it a delightful spot for Parisian experiences in London.  

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17 Queensberry Pl, South Kensington, London SW7 2DT, United Kingdom Get directions

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17 Queensberry Pl, South Kensington, London SW7 2DT, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 20 7871 3515
institut-francais.org.uk
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Jul 7, 2025

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"Café Tangerine is a simple, slightly kitsch cafe inside the French Institute that’s also home to Ciné Lumière. Yeah, that’s right. It’s called culture, look it up. Although you won’t find any spectacular brewing methods here, it’s a super useful spot to keep in mind when you’re in Kensington and everywhere is absolutely rammo. Plus, they have fresh madeleines and some decent light lunch options." - Heidi Lauth Beasley

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"The anchor for the French community in London, featuring Ciné Lumière and timely cultural recommendations for accessible French experiences." - Elizabeth Wellington

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Felix Roman

Google
I was here for the first time to watch a movie , it was a very nice place ,with nice people most of them were youngsters , was a book event and many people from different countries which makes in the same time an cultural exchange, which is very important and beautiful thing (ofcourse myopinion).. I recommend it all the time..

Jeremy Irwin

Google
I've been doing intensive French through IF. The teacher styles vary a lot (could be more consistent) but the quality of the teaching is consistently high. Intensive courses move fast and you must do homework. The teachers have high expectation and push you forward, but that's good to progress. Culturally I can see how their bluntness and dry humour might not sit well with some Brits or those who aren't willing to laugh at themselves, but as an Aussie I found it helped break the ice and challenge of learning a tough language.

Paul Dunford (Paul D)

Google
Very upmarket institute. Excellent cinema with more than adequate seating and legroom. Menu in restaurant offers a very good assortment of different french style dishes at reasonable prices. We were taken there by french friends but would not hesitate in hoing back there ourselves or taking our friends there.

Fozzi

Google
Great lessons, great staff and very good customer service

Rachel Hasted

Google
I've enjoyed my first term with Julie Ginez at the Institut studying French Conversation and Grammar. Encouraging, friendly atmosphere with excellent teaching for an adult class. I've tried several London colleges for adult education classes and this is the best.

Alexandra Claudia Harris

Google
I’ve been here before and it’s been OK, but I’ve recently done a French course and the tutor was frequently rude and put students down. It really isn’t the way to get the best out of people. Hopefully at least it’s prepared me for the exam that I need to take. I’m here to watch a film now and I’ve just been told off for being here 20 minutes before the film is due to start, which I don’t think is an excessive amount of time. Also, all the doors are open, if they don’t want people going in to take their seats then maybe they should lock them…

Valeria González

Google
This place was Ok. I only liked one teacher there, tried others but they were meh in my opinion. No refunds. Their receptionists aren't very friendly either. I recommend looking at other schools before signing up for this one.

Gautam Mane

Google
Worked on contract basis and this guys refused to pay. And manager blocked me.