Master French with Madame Simpson

Where Language Comes to Life

​Qui suis-je?
Madame Simpson is a Foreign Language Educator, Communications Specialist, and qualified French Interpreter. She began teaching French in 2007 and is passionate about sharing not just the language but the beauty and richness of French culture. As a lifelong francophile, she brings enthusiasm, experience, and a deep love for teaching into every class.
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Services

Personalized Tutoring for Professionals

Our sessions are hybrid and customized to meet your unique learning needs, ensuring you grasp complex concepts with ease.

Online Conversation Clubs for Secondary School

Go beyond traditional lessons — students practice speaking French in a fun, practical, and engaging environment through unique conversation and cultural clubs.

Exam Preparation

Get ready for your CSEC exams with our comprehensive preparation packages that include grammar reinforcement, vocabulary building, past paper practice and expert tips.

Ma passion

I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to turn my dreams into reality, despite facing some of life’s greatest challenges. Madame Simpson was born out of adversity and has continued to grow through it, thanks to God's remarkable grace. 

My passion for French began at the tender age of 11 in the classrooms of Holy Faith Convent, Couva, the moment I first heard the teacher greet us with "bonjour." There was an undeniable je ne sais quoi that drew me to the language, and it quickly became my favorite subject throughout my entire secondary school years. At that age, I wasn't sure what I wanted to do with my life, but I knew that whatever path I chose, French would play an integral role. I am grateful to the guidance and support of my teachers: Mme Amow-Ali, Mme Canterbery, Mme Dougdeen, Mme Brathwaite and my extra lessons teacher. 

After completing my CXC exams, my desire to deepen my knowledge of French only grew stronger. Since my previous school did not offer French at the A-level, I transferred to St. Joseph’s Convent, St. Joseph, where I was inspired by the teachings of Madame Dubay. During the first year of my A-level studies (Lower 6), I had the incredible opportunity to visit Martinique. It was my first authentic experience in a French-speaking environment, and it was also the first time I dreamt in French. The meals in Martinique also piqued my interest in healthy eating, as they always served salad before each meal, ate only one type of carb at a time, and enjoyed yogurt for dessert. It was no surprise, then, that I chose to continue my higher education in France, where I spent three years at the Université de Caen, Normandie. 

France was everything I had dreamed of and more. While living there, I excelled academically and became fluent in French. I also completed an internship in Barcelona and had the opportunity to travel to England and Italy. Upon returning to Trinidad, my first job was as the cultural events coordinator at the Alliance Française, which allowed me to further immerse myself in French culture while living in my homeland.

In 2025, I took my passion to another level and decided to move beyond traditional lessons. Madame Simpson Language Academy aims to bring languages alive  in a fun and relaxed way through immersion camps and conversational clubs.




Testimonials

     

 I’m really grateful for the time I spent with Madame Simpson prior to coming to migrating. The knowledge that she taught me really made my transition into Canada very smooth. Canada is a bilingual country with both English and French being its official languages. I was very excited to be able to interact with people in both French and English alike. During my last 3 years of high school I did French as a subject and was able to fit into their curriculum with no challenges with my prior knowledge. I even had the exciting opportunity to visit Québec with my family which is known as the central hub for French culture and speakers in Canada. I was able to converse wherever we went and often times served as the translator for my family. Learning French previously at the secondary school level with Madame Simpson greatly helped as I was able to communicate in the shops and restaurants and indulge in Quebecois culture. I was able to see the importance of learning a second language such as French as it is everywhere In Canada not just Quebec. 

Maia: College student
     

 I had the privilege of studying French as my ninth subject for CSEC under Madame Simpson’s guidance in 2019. Through her, I was able to receive a Grade I with Distinction. Motivated by her teaching, I pursued French further at the CAPE level (Units 1 and 2), and subsequently at the University of the West Indies. In addition to strong academic capabilities, I had the opportunity to travel to France and Switzerland, where I applied my oral French skills to communicate with native French speakers with ease. Madame Simpson not only prepared me for CSEC examinations, but real world applications of the language through her carefully crafted lessons and diligent teaching. 

Kyrah Moore: College student
     

 Before relocating to Côte d’Ivoire for work, I knew I wanted to hit the ground running - linguistically. That’s where Mrs Joleen Meharris-Simpson, affectionately known as Madame Joleen, came in. Over the course of just 10 hours spread across a month, she helped me build the practical language foundation I needed, not just to speak French, but to confidently use it in real-world settings. What made her sessions so powerful was the way she approached language learning. It wasn’t just about grammar rules and vocabulary drills. It was about context, culture, and communication. Every class felt tailored to my goals, and she made the learning process incredibly fun, practical, and engaging. In addition to our classroom session, she also shared resources to support my learning outside the classroom. Thanks to Madame Joleen, I was able to hold conversations from the moment I landed in Abidjan. Whether it was navigating day-to-day life, chatting with colleagues, or even making small talk with locals, I felt prepared and empowered. She helped lay the critical foundation I needed to make this transition. If you’re looking for a French tutor who combines linguistic expertise with a warm, supportive, and effective teaching style, I can’t recommend Madame Joleen highly enough. She doesn’t just teach French - she brings it to life. 

Kevan Rajaram: Professional
  

Current Courses

September - June (academic year)

  • French Language & Conversational Club - (Forms 1 & 2) - Mondays 5:30-6:30pm
  • French Language & Conversational Club –  (Forms 3 & 4) - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm
  • French Language & Conversational Classes - (Forms 6) - Thursdays- 5:30-6:30pm - Focuses on the IA oral exam - starts Jan 2026
  • French & Spanish for Homeschoolers 
  •  - French Wednesdays 4-5pm and Spanish Thursdays 11am-12noon
  • CSEC Preparation – Form 5 - Tuesdays - 5:30pm - 6:30pm


More about French Conversational & Cultural Clubs

Students are you ready to really speak French?
Join Madame Simpson’s Conversational & Cultural Clubs—where language comes to life! Designed for secondary school students, these clubs move beyond the classroom. You’ll explore real-world French through: 🎙️ Conversation Practice
💬 Express yourself with confidence in fun, relaxed group chats! 

🌍 Cultural Spotlights
🍿 Get immersed in what makes Francophone culture so unique. 

✨ Why join the club?
✔ Improve your speaking and listening naturally
✔ Connect with other students who love French
✔ Build fluency while having fun  Authentic French in action.                     🔗 Join the club today: https://forms.gle/caQwquEAzjrECU8B9
🗓️ Weekly sessions | 


Level Up your French Oral Exam Workshops for CSEC (April)


INTRODUCTION TO FRENCH CLASS 

🌟 Form 1 Parents! 🌟Looking for a fun and enriching way to introduce your child to French?

🎉 Madame Simpson’s Intro to French Week is here! 🎉Get ready for an unforgettable week where students won’t just learn French—they’ll live it!


📚 Through exciting games, catchy songs, life skills, an interactive workbook, and even a delicious French breakfast to end the week—this camp is the perfect intro to French language and culture. At Madame Simpson’s camp, French isn’t just a subject—it’s an experience! Includes light refreshments.

Scientific research proves that language learners perform better across a range of academic subjects than students who don’t study a second language. Learning another language also boosts student literacy, which gives learners an advantage in core school subjects like mathematics and science.

Cost: $450. 
🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/ZLmuiJtdKyoX9Buc8

Highlights:

- Our French Heritage

- Discover The Francophonie

- Learn about French culture

- Life skills - Time management & Study Skills, Healthy eating à la française

The online version takes place Monday 18th August - Friday 22nd August 

10am - 12noon. 

Cost $300

JULY & AUGUST - JAVA CAMPS

Ready for the ultimate French adventure during JAVA? 🇫🇷🎉Say bonjour to language, culture, and nonstop fun at Madame Simpson’s Francofun Immersion Camp! Starts July 2026.
Pack your bags for a voyage à Paris — no passport required! 🌍🎒Where every day is filled with discovery, laughter, and all things français! 💫
🎭 All activities en français📘 Daily workbook + snacks included🥐 French café breakfast finale

🗓 Join the adventure today! Click here to register https://forms.gle/tDdSxNss89wVYQnm7&nbsp


Contact

  • Arouca, Trinidad and Tobago