OUR TEAM

Lucie, a native French speaker from Tours, France (known for its “purest” form of French), settled in Melbourne in 2012 and founded The French Workshop in 2013. Since then, Lucie has taught French to a wide range of students in Australia, primarily working with high school students and adults. She offers both individual and group lessons, helping students from beginner to advanced levels. She also supports students preparing for French exams such as VCE and DELF, always ensuring they stay motivated and on track. During her engaging lessons, Lucie uses authentic French materials such as newspapers and novels, and encourages students to speak French as much as possible, helping them sound like native speakers. Teaching quirky French expressions and everyday phrases is one of her specialties. Lucie is available for both online and face-to-face lessons in Melbourne. She also regularly teaches online French courses for adults and corporate learners.

Ela is from Paris, and after teaching French and Latin in high school for 10 years, she decided to pursue her passion for English and make the move to Melbourne in 2015. As an experienced teacher, Ela excels at adapting her approach to suit each student’s needs, using motivating and practical resources. Whether you're starting your French journey or looking to improve your skills, Ela will guide you while also sharing her knowledge of French culture and history. Ela can also help you prepare for exams like VCE or DELF, or work with you to improve your fluency. Finding new, effective ways of communicating has always been a personal interest of hers! ​If you’re passionate about Paris, literature, science fiction, fantasy, or engaging in animated yet respectful debates, you’ll certainly enjoy your French lessons with Ela. Ela is based in Victoria and available for online lessons. She has been teaching French at The French Workshop since 2016.

Zoé is from Strasbourg in France, known as the capital of Christmas thanks to its famous ‘Christkindelsmärik’ Christmas market and has now settled in Melbourne. ​Zoé earned a Master’s degree in Teaching French as a Foreign Language in 2014 and has since worked with students of all ages and levels, catering to various learning needs. She is also experienced in helping students prepare for exams like VCE, DELF, and DALF. ​Zoé is passionate about sharing the adventure and joy of French culture with others. She uses real-life resources, such as TV shows, movies, books, magazines, and newspapers from France, to make learning both engaging and authentic. Most importantly, Zoé ensures that you have a great time while learning! Zoé is available for both online and face-to-face lessons in Melbourne. She also frequently runs the online courses for adults. She has been teaching French at The French Workshop since 2017.

Eva, originally from Paris and now settled in Queensland, has been teaching French in Australia for almost 20 years. ​With an Advanced Certificate in Teaching French as a Foreign Language, Eva has taught students of all ages and levels, from kindergarten to high school, and has also worked with independent language schools for adults in Australia. ​Eva is well-versed in the Australian high school language curriculum She is an external French examiner for Year 12 French exams and is dedicated to helping her high school students achieve success. ​In her private lessons, Eva uses materials tailored to each student’s interests and goals, ensuring that lessons are engaging and stimulating. She also teaches practical French for travel needs. ​Passionate about her work, Eva is committed to helping her students succeed while maintaining a respectful, enjoyable, and dynamic learning environment. She believes that learning French should always be fun! ​Eva is based in Queensland and available for online lessons. She has been teaching French at The French Workshop since 2022.

Marion has been living in Australia for 16 years and has been teaching her mother tongue for about 12 years, catering to a variety of audiences and needs, from high school students to adults. She loves sharing her culture and helping students overcome the challenges they might face on their learning journey. When Marion isn’t teaching, she enjoys spending time with her family, camping, discovering beautiful gems across Australia, and regularly traveling to France to visit friends and family! Marion is based in Victoria and available for online lessons.

Luca is a native French speaker born in Brussels, Belgium and now living in Australia. After studying philosophy and criminology at university, he began teaching French at school in 2022. During his studies, he gave private French lessons to international students as well as online courses throughout the world. Luca has always had a passion for languages. He started learning English at the age of 10 and Japanese at 14. He knows how to keep interest in a language; the main thing is not to get too disgusted with theory and have fun with practice and culture! For this reason, he puts efforts into organising lessons inspired by students’ favorite hobbies, songs, movies, games,… He is very curious and open-minded so don't be shy to tell him what you're into! Beside languages, Luca’s main interests are music, nature, travels, and the arts in general. He's also passionate about debates and sharing ideas so he'd be very happy to have deep conversations in French with you! Luca is available for online lessons. He has been teaching French at The French Workshop since 2025.

Cassandre is originally from Chartres, France, and has always had a passion for languages, travel, translation, and tutoring. She has been a volunteer subtitle translator for TED Talks, a reflection of her deep interest in language and communication. Her study abroad experiences have helped her develop strong speaking abilities in English, Spanish, Italian, and German. Cassandre has tutored students across Europe and Australia, working with learners from diverse backgrounds and with a range of goals. She teaches children, teenagers, and adults and can assist with exam preparation for certifications such as the DELF and DALF but also VCE. A dynamic, patient, and encouraging French teacher, Cassandre brings lessons to life using visual tools like mind maps and immerses her students in everyday French through videos, newspaper articles, songs, games and other interactive activities. She’s always exploring creative ways to make learning French engaging and enjoyable. After spending several years in Melbourne, Cassandre is now back in France and is only available online. She has been teaching French at The French Workshop since 2022.

​Marion was born in France, but she’s from everywhere! She has lived in Paris and the south of France, but has spent most of her life overseas, in Hong Kong, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Syria. Now, she’s finally settling in Melbourne. Marion began tutoring while living in Syria as an after-school job, and she quickly realized that teaching French was something she wanted to pursue as a full-time career. Marion is skilled at personalising lessons to make them accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for every student. She teaches students at all levels, from beginners to advanced but has a particular interest in teaching children, as she is very creative and enjoys incorporating crafts into her French lessons. She believes that blending teaching with hands-on activities like crafts is an effective and fun way to learn. Outside of teaching, she loves traveling, reading, watching movies, and always enjoys a lively debate on any topic. Marion is available for both online and face-to-face lessons in Melbourne. She has been teaching French at The French Workshop since 2021.

Walid is a French author, publisher and experienced French teacher. Originally from Paris, he spent several years living in the US and Latin America before moving to Melbourne in 2025. As an educator, Walid adapts each lesson to the student’s goals and personality, using a clear structure, conversation-based practice and practical resources. Whether you want to build confidence speaking French, improve your pronunciation or refine your writing, he’ll help you progress with precision and with a real feel for how French is spoken today. Walid can also support you with exam preparation and professional French (workplace communication, presentations, interviews). A storyteller at heart, he loves helping students find their voice and speak with more ease and impact. If you’re into literature, podcasts, cinema or thoughtful conversations about culture and society, you’ll enjoy learning French with Walid. Walid is based in Melbourne and available for online and in-person lessons.

Originally from Paris, Valentine has joined The French Workshop team recently. With a wide range of experience as a writer, editor and freelance journalist, she brings to The French Workshop her professional expertise, passion and creativity in the use of French language. Valentine is a rigorous yet very approachable and positive tutor who has 7 years of experience in primary, and secondary school students, including VCE and IB but also adults from beginners to higher levels. She offers a comprehensive teaching of the language taking into account not only the linguistic aspect but also the broad perspective of the French cultural world. Valentine is based in Melbourne and is mostly available for online lessons.

Originally from Lyon, Violaine has been teaching French as a foreign language for over four years around the world. She holds a Master’s degree in FLE, as well as certifications for the DELF, DALF, and TCF exams. Thanks to her experience in New Zealand and Japan, she has developed an adaptable, student-centered teaching style that allows her to understand and adjust to the specific needs of learners from different cultural backgrounds. Violaine is based in Queensland and available for online lessons.

Stephanie is a native French speaker from Paris who arrived in Australia in 2010. She studied Translation and Foreign Languages at the well-known Sorbonne University and holds a Master’s degree in Marketing. She has tutored students ranging from prep learners to adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds, in both private and group settings. In addition to tutoring, Stephanie is currently working as a Teacher Assistant at a State College, supporting students with additional needs and speech delays, and also teaches French for the Victorian School of Languages. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, cooking, reading, spending time with her son, and going for long walks on the beach or in national parks. Stephanie is based in Melbourne and is mainly available for online lessons.

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