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What to buy for a French language course

Use this shopping list to prepare a French language course without last-minute trips to the shop. It covers the items participants use during the lesson, including notepads, pens, folders and dictionaries, as well as coffee, tea and serving supplies for the break. Check the participant list before buying consumables, and confirm which equipment the venue already provides. Print worksheets early enough to fix missing pages before the course starts.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

  • Tablesqty 8
  • Chairsqty 24
  • Tableclothsqty 8

Equipment

  • Laptop
  • Projector
  • Projection screen
  • Extension cordsqty 2
  • Power stripsqty 2
  • Timer

Course materials

  • Notepadsqty 24
  • Ballpoint pensqty 30
  • French dictionariesqty 12
  • Work foldersqty 24
  • Name badgesqty 24
  • Printer paperqty 250
  • Foldersqty 24
  • Flip chart
  • Flip chart paperqty 2
  • Markersqty 12
  • Whiteboard
  • Whiteboard markersqty 6

Catering

  • Coffee maker
  • Kettlesqty 2
  • Thermos flasksqty 4

Tableware

  • Coffee cupsqty 24
  • Drinking glassesqty 30
  • Platesqty 30
  • Cutlery setsqty 30
  • Serving traysqty 4
  • Serving bowlsqty 4

Kitchen

  • Cutting boardsqty 2
  • Bread knivesqty 2
  • Serving tongsqty 4
  • Coolersqty 2
  • Dishpan

Cleaning

  • Bucketsqty 2
  • Cleaning clothsqty 8
  • Broom
  • Dustpan and brush
  • Mop
  • Waste binsqty 3

Groceries

  • Groceries
    • Coffee - 2 packs
    • Black tea - 2 boxes
    • Herbal tea - 1 box
    • Sugar - 1 kilo
    • Milk - 6 liters
    • Oat milk - 2 liter
    • Still water - 12 bottles
    • Sparkling water - 12 bottles
    • Apple juice - 4 liter
    • Orange juice - 4 liters
    • Croissants - 30 pieces
    • Mini pain au chocolat - 30 pieces
    • Baguettes - 8 pieces
    • Whole grain bread - 4 loaves
    • Butter - 500 grams
    • Young cheese - 1,5 kilo
    • Brie - 1 kilo
    • Hummus - 1 kilo
    • Chicken breast topping - 1 kilo
    • Tomatoes - 2 kilos
    • Cucumbers - 6 pieces
    • Mixed salad - 1.5 kilos
    • Bell peppers - 8 pieces
    • Red onions - 6 pieces
    • Olives - 1 kilo
    • Grapes - 2 kilos
    • Apples - 30 pieces
    • Pears - 20 pieces
    • Yogurt - 3 kilos
    • Granola - 1 kilo
    • Plain chips - 4 bags
    • Paprika chips - 4 bags
    • Mixed nuts - 1 kilo
    • Dark chocolate - 6 bars
    • Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
    • Mustard - 1 jar
    • Ketchup - 1 bottle
    • Olive oil - 1 bottle
    • Balsamic vinegar - 1 bottle
    • Salt - 1 pack
    • Black pepper - 1 jar
    • Paper napkins - 3 packs
    • Paper cups - 50 pieces
    • Aluminum foil - 1 roll
    • Cling film - 1 roll
    • Paper towels - 4 rolls
    • Trash bags - 2 rolls
    • Dish soap - 1 bottle
    • All-purpose cleaner - 1 bottle
    • Toilet paper - 12 rolls
    • Hand soap - 2 bottles

Tips

  • Count one notepad, one folder and at least one ballpoint pen per participant. Add 10% extra pens and printer paper so a missing or faulty item does not interrupt the lesson.
  • Provide one French dictionary for every two participants if learners are expected to share. If the course relies heavily on reference work, plan for one per person instead.
  • For drinks, allow two cups per participant for a short course and three for a longer session, plus extra coffee and tea for the teacher. Buy or prepare the drinks before participants arrive so the first break does not become a queue.
  • Match tableware to the confirmed attendance: one coffee cup, drinking glass, plate and cutlery set per person, with 10% extra. Serving trays and bowls are easy to overlook when food or biscuits are placed out during the break.
  • Test the laptop, projector, screen, extension cords and power strips at least one day before the lesson. Put spare markers, flip chart paper and whiteboard markers with the teaching materials rather than leaving them to be found during class.

Frequently asked questions

What stationery do I need for a French language course?
Plan one notepad, folder and ballpoint pen per participant, plus 10% extras. Also have printer paper, name badges and enough dictionaries for the way the lesson will be taught.
How many French dictionaries should I buy?
A practical minimum is one dictionary for every two participants. Buy one per participant when learners will use dictionaries throughout the lesson or when sharing would slow down exercises.
How much coffee and tea do I need for a language course?
Allow two drinks per participant for a short course and three for a longer session, then add about 10% extra. Prepare coffee and tea before the first lesson block or before the scheduled break.
When should I buy supplies for a French language course?
Buy course materials and stationery at least 5 to 7 days beforehand, so you have time to print worksheets and replace missing items. Buy fresh drinks and other short-life catering items 1 to 2 days before the course.

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