Spanish courses in Spain
and in Latin America

MADRID
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A visit to Madrid is a must for any traveller who wishes to meet authentic Spanish culture and experience the zest for life of the Spanish people...

... exactly the right city in which to learn Spanish.

The wide variety of cultural venues - from concert halls and opera houses to theatres and museums of world esteem - as well as the architectural splendour of past centuries ensure that tourists from all over the world keep returning to Madrid not only to explore new places but also to revisit their favourite haunts.

Madrid is world-famous for its old cafés, cosy tapas bars and restaurants brimming over with life day and night. Visit the small, traditional shops which have preserved the atmosphere of bygone days with their nostalgic interiors!

THE LANGUAGE SCHOOL
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Our Spanish language school is situated in the heart of Madrid, in immediate vicinity of the most interesting points of the city, only 10 min from Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Palacio Real.

The 7 modern classrooms have a friendly atmosphere and excellent technical equipment, both of which are essential for achieving effective learning. Our library, with its newspapers, magazines, books and computers offering free internet access, is the favourite meeting place of all the students who use it to study, read and relax.

Our committed team consists of qualified native speakers who have considerable experience in working with foreign students. They know how to pass on their motivation and their enthusiasm to their pupils, which enables the latter to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture in a cordial and creative atmosphere.

ACCOMMODATIONS
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Arrival: Sunday
Depature: Saturday

Accommodation in shared flat
Several language students share a completely furnished flat in the vicinity of the school. You have the choice between single and double rooms. The kitchen, bathroom and living room are for common use.

Family accommodation
Living in one of our carefully selected host families is the best opportunity to experience the Spanish way of life. You will improve your knowledge of Spanish while making new friends! We advise you to book breakfast only with your accommodation in order to be able to take a full part in our programme of cultural activities.

Hotel / Apartments
Accommodation in a hotel or pension is the best option for a shorter stay in Madrid as well as for groups. On request we will book single or double rooms in hotels or pensions of different categories in the centre of Madrid.

OUR SPANISH COURSES
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>> TEACHING METHODS

Our communicative methods facilitate an active learning process through the use of games and texts. Everyday situations, role plays, group discussions... all will help you extend your vocabulary, improve your speaking and writing skills, train your ear to understand everyday spoken Spanish and gain a clearer vision of the hispanic society and culture.

At the start of each week your teacher will introduce the current topics and will give you the relevant working material. We use the latest Spanish textbooks, its own didactic materials as well as audio-visual facilities.

:: INTENSIVE COURSES

>> Course 20h
Daily: 4 lessons

This intensive course is held from Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It contains 4 periods of 55 minutes per day, 20 hours per week. The intensive course is for all levels and takes place the whole year.

>> Course 25h
Daily: 5 lessons

Additionally to the intensive course, you can take one extra hour daily in groups of 2 to 5 persons in one of the following areas:

- Conversation,
- Spanish literature,
- Business Spanish,
- Preparation for the DELE exams

>> LEVELS

At the beginning of the course a written and oral evaluation is made. On the basis of this each student is placed in the group which suits his or her level.

All levels are offered from Beginners to Advanced. Our 6 levels follow the European Framework of Reference for Languages and the guidelines of Instituto Cervantes.

At the end of your stay you will receive a school diploma stating the duration of the course you have completed as well as the language level you have reached.

:: TAYLOR MADE COURSES

>> One-to-one / private tuition

This individual course is aimed at all those who want to improve their linguistic competence in a particularly effective way and in the shortest possible time. At the beginning of the course your teacher will help you to choose your programme. You can also decide how many hours a week you wish to book, or even ask to share your course with another student. Private lessons can also be taken in addition to other courses.

>> Course 20+5h or 20+10h
Daily: 5 / 6 lessons

The standard course of 20 lessons per week in small groups, plus an extra 5 or 10 private classes a week. An intensive Spanish language course aimed at students with time restrictions or who want to deepen their knowledge in a particular area.

>> GUARANTEE OF QUALITY

We distinguish 6 levels of ability and work in small groups of 2 to 7 participants in order to enable you to learn in the most effective way.

Our committed team consists of qualified native speakers who have considerable experience in working with foreign students.

:: SPECIAL COURSES

>> Preparation for D.E.L.E. - Exams
Daily: 4 lessons

We offer 3 weeks of intensive course in preparation for the Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE), with 20 hours a week.

The Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera (D.E.L.E) is the only official examination of Spanish for foreign students.

There are three levels: Initial, Basic and Superior, and the examinations can be taken at Instituto Cervantes centres worldwide, or in Spain in May and November.

>> Evening courses
6 lessons/week

Are you in Madrid for a longer period of time?
We offer standard courses with 6 lessons a week in the evenings. DELE too.