- are designed to meet a variety of learning objectives.
π Our Programs
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Each course combines language learning, cultural knowledge, and exam preparation, with the aim of enabling students to become effective communicators in real-life contexts.
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β¨ Academic Programs (Based on the Common European Framework of Reference β CEFR)
Our languages
English with BumWo
French with BumWo
Adults and Young Adults
Prices starting at just $465 USD
π Traveler Path (A1 β B1)
β¨ Introduction to learning a new language
A program designed for those who want to open themselves up to the world, acquire new skills, and advance step by step on their path to fluency.
- Total duration: 1.5 years (6 months for each level: A1, A2, and B1)
- Hours: between 260 and 290 hours for the entire program
- Class schedule: From Tuesday to Friday
- Format: 100% remote in small groups of up to 6 students
- Certification: Proof of study hours endorsed by BumWo
βοΈ Fluency Path (A1 β B1)
Β Build a solid foundation in English with the added value of an international certificate.
A program created for those who want to learn English comprehensively, with training that opens academic and professional doors internationally.
- Total duration: 1.5 years (6 months for each level: A1, A2, and B1)
- Hours: between 260 and 290 hours for the entire program
- Class schedule: From Tuesday to Friday
- Format: 100% remote in small groups of up to 6 students
- International certification: at the end of level APTIS B1 (English - Intermediate), DELF B1 (French - Intermediate)
- Certification: Proof of study hours endorsed by BumWo
- π Unique experience: take part in a trip to an English- or French-speaking country
π Master Path (A1 β B2)
Β Comprehensive training leading to advanced communication skills and an international certificate.
The most comprehensive program for achieving an advanced level of English, obtaining international certification, and enjoying a unique academic and cultural experience.
- Total duration: 2 years (6 months for each level: A1, A2, B1, and B2)
- Exclusive benefit: take level B2 at no cost
- Hours: between 360 and 390 hours for the entire program
- Class schedule: From Tuesday to Friday
- Format: 100% remote in small groups of up to 6 students
- International certification: English: TOEFL / IELTS B1 (Intermediate) or B2 (Upper Intermediate); French: TEF Canada or DELF B2 (Advanced Intermediate)
- Certification: Proof of study hours endorsed by BumWo
- π Unique experience: take part in a trip to an English- or French-speaking country
Kids and Teens
π§π§ Program for Minors (A1 β B1)
β¨ Introduction to learning a new language from an early age.
A training plan designed especially for children and teenagers, with a dynamic methodology that prepares them step by step for international certifications.
- Total duration: 3 years (1 year for each level, divided into two sections)
- Hourly intensity: between 180 and 200 hours per year
- Class schedule: Tuesday through Friday
- Format: 100% remote in small groups of up to 6 students in the same age range
- Certification: Proof of study hours endorsed by BumWo
- Methodology: learning based on preparation for international certifications
π― Age Ranges
- Language Explorers (ages 7β9)
- Global Voices (ages 10β13)
- Beyond Borders (ages 14β17)
What you need to know about the international certifications we train you for
CEFR
- B1βC2
Language
- English
Proficiency or Certification
- Certification
Validity
- 2 years
Ideal profile
- Students applying to universities in the US/Canada or professionals who need to prove their academic English proficiency.
Scope
- Global π
Decide whether to submit it
- If your goal is to study or work academically in North America, it is the most widely accepted.
Primary area (Study/Work)
- Mainly studies, although it also opens doors to employment in international companies.
CEFR
- A1βC2
Language
- English
Proficiency or Certification
- Certification
Validity
- 2 years
Ideal profile
- Migrants, international students, and professionals seeking global opportunities.
Scope
- Global π
Decide whether to submit it
- Choose this option if your destination is the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada.
Primary area (Study/Work)
- Studies + work experience; highly valued in immigration processes and well-paid jobs.
CEFR
- A1βC
Language
- English
Proficiency or Certification
- Domain (rather than certification)
Validity
- 2 years
Ideal profile
- Companies, schools, universities, and institutions that require diagnosis or level validation.
Scope
- National and regional π
Decide whether to submit it
- If you need a quick, affordable, and flexible exam to validate your language level for internal processes.
Primary area (Study/Work)
- Mainly local jobs or promotions; does not have a high migratory weight.
CEFR
- A1βB2
Language
- French
Proficiency or Certification
- Certification
Validity
- Permanent β
Ideal profile
- Students, young people, and adults who need an international diploma at a basic or intermediate level.
Scope
- Global π
Decide whether to submit it
- If you are currently studying, on a scholarship, or participating in academic mobility in France or Europe.
Primary area (Study/Work)
- Mainly studies, but also useful for basic/intermediate level work.
CEFR
- C1βC2
Language
- French
Proficiency or Certification
- Certification
Validity
- Permanent β
Ideal profile
- Professionals, researchers, and graduate students.
Scope
- Global π
Decide whether to submit it
- Ideal if you are looking for high-level jobs, doctorates, or academic careers in French-speaking countries.
Primary area (Study/Work)
- Well-paid jobs + advanced studies.
CEFR
- A1βC2
Language
- French
Proficiency or Certification
- Certification
Validity
- 2 years
Ideal profile
- Migrants and professionals who wish to validate their French in work and immigration contexts (especially Canada/Quebec).
Scope
- Global π
Decide whether to submit it
- If your goal is to immigrate, obtain residency, or access well-paid jobs in Canada or Europe.
Primary area (Study/Work)
- Migration + well-paid jobs, in addition to education.
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is an internationally recognized standard for describing language proficiency. It divides learners into six levels (A1 to C2), grouped into three broad categories: Basic User (A1-A2), Independent User (B1-B2), and Proficient User (C1-C2).
These are the skills our students develop πΊπΈ π«π·
Youth and Adults
A1 β Beginner
- Basic user
- β What can the student do?
- Understand and use everyday expressions that are frequently used and simple phrases designed to meet immediate needs.
- Introduce yourself and others.
- Ask and answer basic questions about personal details (name, age, nationality, profession).
- Communicate in a simple way, if the other person speaks slowly and clearly.
- Examples of tasks:
- Order food or drinks at a cafΓ©.
- Tell where you are from and describe your family.
- Ask for directions and understand basic instructions.
A2 β Elementary
- Basic user
- β What can the student do?
- Understand frequently used phrases and expressions related to areas of immediate relevance (family, shopping, employment, environment).
- Communicate in simple, everyday tasks that require a direct exchange of information.
- Describe in simple terms your background, environment, and basic needs.
- Examples of tasks:
- Talk about daily routines and weekend activities.
- Make simple travel plans.
- Ask for help and use polite expressions.
B1 β Intermediate
- Independent user
- β What can the student do?
- Understand the main points of clear texts on familiar topics (work, studies, leisure).
- Cope with most situations that may arise during a trip.
- Produce simple, coherent texts on familiar topics or topics of personal interest.
- Describe experiences, desires, aspirations, and briefly justify opinions.
- Examples of tasks:
- Write a personal email or a short story.
- Talk about future plans or professional goals.
- Understand the general meaning of television programs if the language is clear.
B2 β Upper Intermediate (Advanced)
- Independent user
- β What can the student do?
- Understand the main ideas of complex texts, both concrete and abstract, even if they are technical.
- Communicate fluently and spontaneously with native speakers.
- Produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of topics.
- Argue and defend opinions on current issues, indicating advantages and disadvantages.
- Examples of tasks:
- Participate in a job interview.
- Write a report or a reasoned opinion.
- Discuss social, political, or technological issues.
Children and Adolescents
Level A1 β Basic User (Beginner)
- A1.1 β Getting Started
- β What can the student do?
- Understand and use greetings, colors, numbers, days of the week, etc.
- Say your name, age, nationality, and talk about your family.
- Understand and give very basic instructions.
- Identify objects in the classroom, animals, and body parts.
- Examples of tasks:
- Describe your daily routine using short sentences.
- Sing songs in the language.
- Participate in vocabulary games.
- π©βπ« In class:
- Songs, games, flashcards, drawings, movement.
- Use of language in a highly visual and contextualized way.
- Introduction to preparation for official exams.
- A1.2 β Consolidation
- β What can the student do?
- Talk about your daily routine, tastes, and favorite activities.
- Describe your home, clothes, weather, and food.
- Ask and answer simple questions about familiar topics.
- Write short phrases and sentences.
- Examples of tasks:
- Give a mini personal presentation.
- Create a small illustrated diary about your week.
- Participate in simple role-playing games (in a store, in class, at home).
- π©βπ« In class:
- Focus on listening comprehension and pronunciation.
- Introduction to preparing for official exams.
Level A2 β Basic User (Elementary)
- A2.1 β Expansion
- β What can the student do?
- Talk about your daily life in more detail.
- Express tastes, preferences, and simple opinions.
- Narrate past events in simple sentences.
- Participate in simple interactions in the classroom and in social contexts.
- Examples of tasks:
- Tell what you did over the weekend.
- Describe a favorite character or place.
- Write a simple letter or email to a friend.
- π©βπ« In class:
- Question games, reading simple stories, dramatizations, and role-playing games.
- Preparation for official exams.
- A2.2 β Consolidation
- β What can the student do?
- Give more complete descriptions (people, places, activities).
- Participate in guided conversations.
- Understand and write short, adapted texts.
- Examples of tasks:
- Act out a situation in a restaurant or store.
- Create a simple comic strip with dialogue.
- Explain a personal experience.
- π©βπ« In class:
- Creative projects (posters, videos, oral presentations).
- Preparation for official exams.
π¨ Level B1 β Independent User (Intermediate)
- B1.1 β Transition
- β What can the student do?
- Understand longer texts/audios with familiar vocabulary.
- Express your ideas and opinions more clearly.
- Talk about experiences and future plans.
- Write more structured texts (stories, letters, diaries).
- Examples of tasks:
- Give a 2-3 minute oral presentation.
- Tell a true or made-up story.
- Discuss familiar topics (technology, social media, sports).
- π©βπ« In class:
- Greater focus on the four skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking).
- Work with thematic projects or integrated tasks.
- Preparation for official exams.
- B1.2 β Consolidation and preparation for B2
- π― Objective: To prepare students to use the language with greater accuracy and depth.
- β What can the student do?
- Understand the main idea of simple authentic texts.
- Hold spontaneous conversations in class and in real-life simulations.
- Write cohesive texts: diaries, stories, formal letters.
- Defend an opinion with basic arguments.
- Examples of tasks:
- Prepare and record a short podcast on a current youth issue.
- Write an opinion piece.
- Make a presentation with visual aids (PowerPoint, poster, etc.).
- π©βπ« In class:
- Integration of cultural content.
- Greater emphasis on grammatical accuracy and lexical richness.
- Preparation for official exams.
Partnerships & Collaboration with BumWo
At BumWo, we are committed to working alongside educational institutions to expand opportunities and strengthen academic standards through bilingualism.
Our partnership model includes:
Institutional Strengthening
Positioning partner institutions as leaders in bilingual education with internationally recognized standards.
Added Value
Language programs with no administrative costs.
Scholarships
Opportunities that reward academic talent and promote equal access.
Economic Benefits
Discounts and special conditions for students referred by their institutions.
Joint Development
Collaborative projects designed to meet the academic objectives of both the institution and BumWo.
