Learn Spanish in Granada, Spain
| country: | Spain |
| location: | Andalucia, Granada |
| departures: | 2008: 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 1 Dec |
| price: | From 295 - 1820 (1-4 weeks) excluding flights, depending on type of course and choice of accommodation - see price section below for details. Extended courses (up to 12 months) and daily rates also available |
the amazing things you'll be doing
Learn Spanish in Granada: Our Spanish language school is located in the very centre of one of the most unique and exciting Spanish cities, Granada, near to ski resorts and beaches.
We have been providing high-quality language and culture courses to foreigners who want to learn Spanish in Granada for over 10 years. The school is situated in a renovated house at the foot of the Albaicνn, the oldest district in Granada. It is equipped with all modern facilities including a computer lab with free wireless access, patio, terrace, television room and a library full of Spanish books, music and films.
Being small and independent means we can offer a truly personal and friendly environment which is ideal when learning a foreign language. We try to provide something different and so pride ourselves on our individual and open approach to teaching.
Communication is the key and our students enjoy the informal nature of classes as they learn key grammatical and language skills in a fun and relaxed environment. Classes are set to a maximum of 8 which means that each and every student can play an integral role in their daily lessons.
Activities are essential to both the teaching of Spanish and the interpretation of Spanish history and culture. Our wide range of activities will keep you entertained and engaged during your stay here in Granada, the most perfect of all Spanish cities. Granada is ideally located 30 minutes from both the ski resorts of the Sierra Nevada and the beaches of the Costa Tropical. When you come to learn Spanish in Granada you will never be short of things to do no matter what the season. Monday departures available for confident speakers, beginners courses start on the dates above.
Intensive: 20 Shared classes per week (4 x 45 mins per day)
Intensive Plus 5: 20 Shared classes per week (4 x 45 mins per day) plus 5 private classes per week
Intensive Plus 10: 20 Shared classes per week (4 x 45 mins per day) plus 10 private classes per week
Express: 10 hours of private classes per week
Express Plus: 20 hours of private classes per week
My Way: 2 private classes per day 
All of our accommodation is in the centre of Granada no more than a 15 minutes walk from the school. We are very selective with the accommodation we provide and always ensure that it is owned by local landlords, is comfortable for all our guests and has a range of modern facilities.
Shared Accommodation with Spaniards: Single and double rooms are available. Those people travelling alone have to reserve an individual room. You can stay here, providing that you are staying longer than 6 weeks. It offers the perfect opportunity to improve your Spanish. Students share a kitchen, bathroom and communal areas. All bed linen is provided but towels are not.
Shared Accommodation with Other Students: Single and double rooms are available. All apartments have fully functional communal kitchens, bathrooms and sitting rooms. You will be staying with other international students from the school and it gives you a good chance to practice your Spanish together and to get to know your fellow students. All bed linen is provided but towels are not.
Stays with Spanish Families: You can book a single or double room whilst staying with Spanish families. This type of accommodation is half-board (breakfast and one meal) and all of the families are carefully selected by us and have experience hosting foreign students. This type of accommodation offers the perfect opportunity to experience Spanish life, practice your Spanish and help the local community.
Hostel/Hotel/Guest House: If you would like to stay in this type of accommodation the school can suggest places for you to stay that are comfortable and close to the school.
Trips to the Alhambra and Generalife, Granada Cathedral, the Cartuja, the Royal Chapel, Sacromonte Abbey, the Albayzνn. Typical Spanish Parties and Meals. Visits to the Cinema, Theatre, Flamenco Shows. Tapas nights. Trips to guitar builders and potters.
We have been providing high-quality language and culture courses to foreigners who want to learn Spanish in Granada for over 10 years. The school is situated in a renovated house at the foot of the Albaicνn, the oldest district in Granada. It is equipped with all modern facilities including a computer lab with free wireless access, patio, terrace, television room and a library full of Spanish books, music and films.
Being small and independent means we can offer a truly personal and friendly environment which is ideal when learning a foreign language. We try to provide something different and so pride ourselves on our individual and open approach to teaching.
Communication is the key and our students enjoy the informal nature of classes as they learn key grammatical and language skills in a fun and relaxed environment. Classes are set to a maximum of 8 which means that each and every student can play an integral role in their daily lessons.
Activities are essential to both the teaching of Spanish and the interpretation of Spanish history and culture. Our wide range of activities will keep you entertained and engaged during your stay here in Granada, the most perfect of all Spanish cities. Granada is ideally located 30 minutes from both the ski resorts of the Sierra Nevada and the beaches of the Costa Tropical. When you come to learn Spanish in Granada you will never be short of things to do no matter what the season. Monday departures available for confident speakers, beginners courses start on the dates above.
language courses
We have a choice of different types of Spanish language courses to suit your needs, including shared classes, private one-to-one tuition and a mixture of both. These courses are available for different durations, and with different accommodation options (see pricing information below for more details). accommodation
All of our accommodation is in the centre of Granada no more than a 15 minutes walk from the school. We are very selective with the accommodation we provide and always ensure that it is owned by local landlords, is comfortable for all our guests and has a range of modern facilities. Shared Accommodation with Spaniards: Single and double rooms are available. Those people travelling alone have to reserve an individual room. You can stay here, providing that you are staying longer than 6 weeks. It offers the perfect opportunity to improve your Spanish. Students share a kitchen, bathroom and communal areas. All bed linen is provided but towels are not.
Shared Accommodation with Other Students: Single and double rooms are available. All apartments have fully functional communal kitchens, bathrooms and sitting rooms. You will be staying with other international students from the school and it gives you a good chance to practice your Spanish together and to get to know your fellow students. All bed linen is provided but towels are not.
Stays with Spanish Families: You can book a single or double room whilst staying with Spanish families. This type of accommodation is half-board (breakfast and one meal) and all of the families are carefully selected by us and have experience hosting foreign students. This type of accommodation offers the perfect opportunity to experience Spanish life, practice your Spanish and help the local community.
Hostel/Hotel/Guest House: If you would like to stay in this type of accommodation the school can suggest places for you to stay that are comfortable and close to the school.
prices
Your holiday cost is made up of an accommodation cost plus a Spanish course cost (except for express courses, where accommodation is included): | Accommodation | P L U S | Spanish courses | ||||||||
| Option | Single room in homestay | Single room in student apartment | Single room in hostel | Intensive | Intensive Plus 5 | Intensive Plus 10 | Express | Express Plus | My Way | |
| 1 day | - | - | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | 34 | |
| 1 week | - | - | (included) | - | - | - | 295 | 490 | - | |
| 1 week | 200 | 105 | 150 | 160 | 245 | - | - | - | - | |
| 2 weeks | 365 | 175 | 325 | 260 | 430 | 600 | - | - | - | |
| 3 weeks | 525 | 240 | 500 | 370 | 625 | 880 | - | - | - | |
| 4 weeks | 685 | 305 | 675 | 455 | 795 | 1,135 | - | - | - | |
| Up to 12 mths | Please ask for details when enquiring | |||||||||
activities
We offer a wide range of free daily activities (excluding entrance fees) to all the major and minor places or interest and to other towns and cities in Andalusia. You will never be short of things to do as we ensure that the activities on offer are interesting and diverse. Examples of some of the activities we organise are: day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | 09:00 - 09:30 You will take a test and have an informal conversation in Spanish to assess you level. 10:00 1:30 Once your level of Spanish has been established you will have four 45 minute lessons, focused on communication and grammar, with one of our Spanish teachers. (30 minutes break in between) Night We will take you and your fellow students out on a Tapas night to familiarize you with Granada and with other students. |
| Day 2-5: | 10:00 1:30 Daily classes will take place and you will learn many different aspects of grammar, culture and language. You can suggest to the teacher what you would like to study as a group. Afternoon There will be a different activity on offer every day. The itinerary is diverse and they will help teach you about the history of Granada and the Spanish culture. |
| Day 5-6: | Saturday excursions are every other week and they are organised in place of the Friday activity. These excursions will be to the different Andalucian towns and cities for example The Alpujarras, Seville, Guadix, Jaιn and Cordoba. |
how this holiday makes a difference
We value our role within the community and regularly attend neighbourhood meeting where we help with decision making. We encourage all of our students who come to learn Spanish in Granada to use the local shops and stalls close to the school so that they can get a feel for the history and culture of the city and so that they can support local business.
All our teachers are employed from the local area and the accommodation provided, within walking distance from the school, is owned by local landlords or families. We ensure that the accommodation places our students in the centre of the community and that they will play a part in typical Spanish life.
We do not charge for the organisation or administration of activities, students only have to pay the entrance fees when at the particular place of interest. Therefore the money from our students goes directly to local businesses, guides and the attractions here in Granada.
We work with charities that help teenagers and young immigrants who have recently arrived in Spain with basic or no knowledge of Spanish. We provide them with teaching materials and support to help these people with their Spanish studies. This is important for us as we can use our main forte to help those in need.
We have written a Code of Conduct for all of our students and teachers. They can refer to this during their stay with us and again when travelling in the future. The Code specifies how you can be responsible and environmentally sustainable. We believe that if our students do at least one thing that is included in the Code then we should make a difference.
All our teachers are employed from the local area and the accommodation provided, within walking distance from the school, is owned by local landlords or families. We ensure that the accommodation places our students in the centre of the community and that they will play a part in typical Spanish life.
We do not charge for the organisation or administration of activities, students only have to pay the entrance fees when at the particular place of interest. Therefore the money from our students goes directly to local businesses, guides and the attractions here in Granada.
We work with charities that help teenagers and young immigrants who have recently arrived in Spain with basic or no knowledge of Spanish. We provide them with teaching materials and support to help these people with their Spanish studies. This is important for us as we can use our main forte to help those in need.
We have written a Code of Conduct for all of our students and teachers. They can refer to this during their stay with us and again when travelling in the future. The Code specifies how you can be responsible and environmentally sustainable. We believe that if our students do at least one thing that is included in the Code then we should make a difference.