Your own teaching business

Why work with me

Are you fed up of low wages?

Are you running from place to place teaching for a training company, but earning less than the minimum wage?

Would you like to set up your own business, but you have no idea where to start?

I'm Catherine, founder and director of A Star Formation, with more than 25 years experience in TEFL as a teacher and teacher trainer.

I went from being a freelance teacher in Paris, to moving to the South of France and starting over, working for a boss I really disliked and earning very little.

I now have a training company specialising in professional English and we now work with numerous companies, delivering CPF and non-CPF training to clients all over France, with around 12 fantastic teachers on my team.

I'll help you get more students, market your business and understand Qualiopi and the CPF system.

Our Services

Providing professional training and support for teachers and businesses in France.

Courses to set up your business

Navigate the French training system, learn about the CPF, OPCO's and Qualiopi.

Professional Development

Enhance your teaching skills, get new ideas and boost your motivation with our professional development courses

One-off sessions or packages to work on growing your business: marketing, finances, systems, sales...

Business Coaching

Free resources

We have lots of resources to help you navigate the training system in France and grow your business.

French training system explained

What exactly is the CPF? What is an OPCO? And have you ever even heard of a FAF?

The French training system is amazing for teachers: suddenly your clients don't need to pay out of their own pocket. Negotiating over 20€ per hour can be a thing of the past!

This free guide tells you about the French training system, the steps you need to take to get into it and the advantages and disadavantages.

10 ideas for an irresistible lead magnet

You want to start growing your email list, but you're not sure how? Be inspired with this list of 10 great ideas for a lead magnet to attract your ideal client.

I don't know about you, but I only use Facebook for groups these days. I started the Independent teachers, trainers and formateurs in France group a few years ago so we could support each other and since then, it's grown to be a fantastic resource. Why not join us?

Facebook group

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Let's discuss how I can help you grow your business, find more students and boost your motivation