About us

The founding team   |   Our star teachers

At 6pm in Paris, we believe that learning French is more than mastering grammar and vocabulary—it’s about immersing yourself in the heartbeat of French culture, one story at a time. We’re here for the curious, the culture lovers, and the adventurous spirits who want to connect deeply with the French language and the people who speak it.

About us

The founding team   |   Our star teachers

At 6pm in Paris, we believe that learning French is more than mastering grammar and vocabulary—it’s about immersing yourself in the heartbeat of French culture, one story at a time. We’re here for the curious, the culture lovers, and the adventurous spirits who want to connect deeply with the French language and the people who speak it.

Lea Perret and Julien Frei - Co-founders

Léa Perret & Julien Frei

Founders

Our mission with 6pm in Paris is simple: to bridge the gap between language learning and cultural discovery and make learning French accessible and engaging for everyone, everywhere .

Our story

6pm in Paris is an offshoot of Léa's first company, Coucou French Classes, a renowned center for French culture and language in NYC and LA, offering a wide variety of classes and workshops in-person and online. 

Julien teaching at Coucou NYC
Coucou NYC
Coucou Los Angeles Location
Coucou Los Angeles

Léa’s vision for a new kind of education—a blend of lifestyle and learning—became the inspiration behind 6pm in Paris. After over 10 years of refining her approach and gathering feedback from students, Léa and our team developed 6pm in Paris to bring the magic of Coucou to a wider audience. 

Why choose us?

We know that French isn’t just a language; it’s a lifestyle, a culture, and a way of connecting with others. Our content is designed to make you feel confident not only in your language skills but also in your ability to understand the culture that surrounds it. We aim to leave you feeling inspired, connected, and ready to wow the French with your knowledge and curiosity.

The people behind 6pm in Paris

Meet the Founding Team

At the heart of 6pm in Paris is a passionate team dedicated to transforming how people learn French. With diverse backgrounds and shared expertise, each member brings unique strengths to our mission of blending language learning with cultural exploration. Together, we’re driven by a vision to make French accessible, engaging, and culturally rich.

Léa Perret

Founder & CEO
Marketing Instructor
Léa is a seasoned entrepreneur with 14+ years in the language industry. Founder of Coucou French Classes and Little Paris NYC, she excels in creating innovative, lifestyle-focused educational experiences.

Julien Frei

Founder & COO
Marketing Instructor
Julien leverages his expertise as the former Director of Education at Coucou, blending operational excellence with deep linguistic insights. Multilingual and results-driven, he brings a data-savvy approach and a unique perspective from his career as a professional dancer.

Nina Summer

Art Director
Marketing Instructor
Nina combines over 10 years of experience in the camera department with her skills as a French instructor. An accomplished visual artist and film professional, she infuses our content with a unique, creative edge, enhancing both visual and educational quality. 

Eléonore Martin

Head of Production
Marketing Instructor
Eleonore has 15 years as a Director of Digital Media, crafting numerous language-learning tools. Known for her exceptional organizational skills, she ensures smooth operations and high-quality production standards.
A team of experts

Meet our Star Teachers

Our native hosts bring French culture to life, guiding you through language nuances with wit and passion.
Click on each picture to access their bios.

Quentin

Melissa

Elsa

Anicet

Julie

Lisa

Eléonore

Nina

Julien

Léa

Pierre