For Parents
Everything you need to know.
Plain and simple.
Whether your child is abroad or in Africa — here is exactly how Akili works, what to expect, and how to get started.
Which describes your child?
Path_01: Diaspora
My child lives abroad and is losing their French
They moved to an English-speaking country. French is fading. I want to bring it back before it goes too far.
Path_02: Continental
My child lives in Africa and needs stronger French
They speak French but not with the confidence or fluency I want for them. I want them to get better.
Both paths lead to the same place — a native African teacher who understands your child, twice a week, in a session that feels like home.
Logistics_Report: Session_Structure
What actually happens
in a session.
Platform
Zoom Enabled
Phone or Computer
Duration
45 Minutes
Twice Weekly
Evaluation
Zero Pressure
No Tests or Grades
Your child sits with their teacher and they talk. In French. About real things.
Stories, school, what they find funny, what they care about. The teacher listens, engages, and gently guides. French flows naturally from there.
It does not feel like a lesson. It feels like a conversation with someone who gets them.
SAME SESSIONS. SAME TEACHERS. DIFFERENT GOALS. BOTH FULLY SERVED.
Internal_Protocol: Cultural_Matching_V2
We don't assign random teachers.
We find the right one.
When you join Akili, we ask about your child's specific background.
- [ ] ORIGIN_COUNTRY
- [ ] REGIONAL_DIALECT
- [ ] CULTURAL_CONTEXT
- [ ] LINGUISTIC_HISTORY
A child from Cameroon hears French differently from a child from Ivory Coast.
A child from Senegal has different expressions from a child from Congo. We know this. Our matching reflects it.
PROXIMITY_CERTIFIED: AUTHENTIC_EXCHANGE_GUARANTEED
Projection: First_30_Days
Here is what the first month
looks like — honestly.
Path: The Child Abroad
WEEKS_01-02
Your child may be quiet. Slow to engage. This is normal. The teacher is building trust. The child is remembering that French can feel safe.
WEEK_03
Something shifts. Words come back a little faster.
MILESTONE: WEEK_04
Your child starts replying in French without being pushed. That moment is everything.
Path: The Child in Africa
WEEKS_01-02
The teacher is assessing gaps. Building a relationship that makes your child comfortable enough to try.
WEEK_03
Your child starts attempting complex sentences.
MILESTONE: WEEK_04
Your child expresses a full thought in French without giving up halfway through. Confidence is building.
*OBSERVABLE_DATA_POINTS: INDIVIDUAL_RESULTS_MAY_VARY
Fiscal_Transparency: V2.1
Simple, honest pricing.
No hidden fees. No surprises.
Tier_01: Global_Diaspora
Canada, UK, US, Europe, AU
$120 CAD / £70 GBP
$90 USD / per month
- 8 Sessions per month
- 2 Sessions per week
- 45 Minutes per session
- Free Trial Session Included
Tier_02: Continental_Africa
Serving Families Across Africa
$50 USD
Fixed Monthly Rate
- 8 Sessions per month
- 2 Sessions per week
- 45 Minutes per session
- Free Trial Session Included
Small Group Sessions
If you prefer your child to learn alongside one or two other children — small group sessions are available at reduced rates. Ask us about availability.
Not sure which pricing applies to you?
Just reach out. We will figure it out together.
VERIFIED_INVESTMENT_MODEL
Inquiry_Database: Parent_Briefing_v4
You probably have questions.
Here are the honest answers.
Target: Parents Abroad
My child understands French but refuses to speak it. Can you help?
Yes. This is the most common situation we work with. Most children begin engaging within the first two sessions.
My child says they don't want French lessons. How do you handle that?
Our sessions do not feel like lessons. They feel like conversations. The cultural familiarity makes the difference.
How do I know if my child is making progress?
After every four sessions we send a short progress note. Not a report card. Just a clear, honest update.
Target: Parents in Africa
My child already has a French teacher at school. Why Akili?
At school your child is one of thirty. At Akili they have one teacher focused entirely on them—pushing them further.
Will sessions help with school exams and grades?
Yes. Stronger spoken French naturally builds written French. Parents report improved grades within 60 to 90 days.
Can my child join if they are shy?
Especially then. One-on-one sessions with a patient teacher create the safety they need to build confidence.
General_Protocols
Age Range?
Aged 5 to 16. Under 5? Reach out and we will advise honestly.
How long for results?
Visible change in 3-4 weeks. Strong fluency usually within 90 days.
Teacher mismatch?
We find a better match. Simple as that. No questions asked.
DIAGNOSTIC_COMPLETE
Final_Step: Deployment_Trial
The best way to know if Akili is right
is to try it — for free.
No commitment. No pressure. No cost.
Just a free 30-minute session with a native African teacher who understands your child's background.
After the session you will know — clearly and honestly — whether Akili is the right fit. Most parents book a second session before the first one ends.
Book Your Child's Free Trial Session →Not sure where your child stands yet? Start with the free Language Check first.
VERIFIED_INTAKE_PROTOCOL: 2026_ENROLLMENT_OPEN