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Welcome INDEX Welcome to Españolé International House Valencia and to the Welcome 2 Mediterranean lifestyle. The School 4 Come and experience the real Valencia and learn Spanish in the heart of the city. Discover our culture and enjoy the sunshine, Accreditations and quality marks 8 our endless beaches and some of the most diverse cuisine Spanish courses 10 Spain has to offer. General Spanish courses 12 This brochure offers you a range of different options for both courses and accommodation. Get to know us better and try Exam preparation 14 to imagine how much our students enjoy learning Spanish at Special courses 15 Españolé. Academic programmes 16 At our school you’ll find a complete programme designed to help you achieve your goal: to communicate effectively in Spanish. Work and study 16 We are keen to assist you with all aspects of your stay. The Online lessons 18 school has modern facilities that are perfectly located in Other programmes 18 the city centre and offers a wide range of courses given by exceptionally dedicated and experienced teachers. We take Summer Camp 19 care of all accommodation arrangements and encourage our Accommodation 20 students to participate in the cultural activities we organise every week to give them the full immersive experience. Social programme 22 From the moment you arrive, to the day you return home, we A day in the life of Arianna 24 will do our best to ensure you make the most of your stay. First day of class 25 Valencia 26 Come and experience #lavidaespanole with us! Your arrival 27 2
Why choose us? An integrated A perfectly 360° Spanish balanced After class our social and cultural learning programme programme offers a wide range of activities to allow you to relax, experience Our students become immersed in Spanish language and culture, speak Spanish, and discover the true meaning of living the learn how people use the language Spanish way. Our immersive in real life, how they speak to each programme thrusts students into other in the street and how they a fun and enjoyable environment socialise. Students develop skills of 360° Spanish though well that they can immediately use designed classes and activities outside the classroom. working symbiotically. International Quality and friendly assurance atmosphere We are proud to be part of International House World Our students come from an ever- Organization (Ih), which has over expanding number of countries 60 years experience in improving all with the aim of learning or quality in language teaching. We improving their understanding of are also accredited by Instituto Spanish and our way of life. In the Cervantes, who ensures only the school you’ll find an international highest quality of organisations and friendly atmosphere perfect represent them in the teaching of to use your new language skills to Spanish, and IALC – International make new friends. Association of Language Centres. 3
The School Located in a historical palace with over 2,000m2 of space to enjoy while learning in a relaxed environment. Our beautiful school is located in the historical Palacio de los Fernández de Córdova building deep in the heart of Valencia’s Old Town. We have carefully renovated the stunning 153-year- old property to our own vision of a 21st century language school that compliments history with modernism. The school is placed just where the 11th century Arab walls were standing and still a big part of them have remained inside the building penetrating through the school and getting inside the classrooms, creating an atmosphere of history and mystery. 4
A modern school steeped in rich history Central location If studying in a stunning location rich in history isn’t enough, students can also enjoy Historical building exclusive use of our student café during breaks, relax on your choice of two patios or catch some rays on our breath-taking roof garden complete with sun loungers, fruit trees and showers to cool off in. 2100 square metres Our school is also the perfect launch pad to learn how to cook Spanish cuisine, as our cookery activities take place in a purpose- built kitchen classroom and BBQ area within the school. 28 Well-equipped classrooms Student Area Patio Terraces Cafeteria Sun loungers BBQ Kitchen Wifi 5
Valencia Your journey to us started almost 1000 years ago... A tangled web of narrow streets, alleys and plazas packed with terraces, El Carmen has become Valencia’s most famous and fascinating neighbourhood. 6
Founded by the Romans in 138 BC, Valencia is After control of the city was returned to one of the oldest cities in Spain and has been Christians the Moorish Muslims were home to many civilizations that have left their allowed to live outside of the walls next footprints in the city. The history of the city of to the Bab al-Hanax entrance in an area Valencia is typified in the story of three walls; that was called La Moreria and is now the Roman, the Muslim and the Christian. incorporated into the Old Town. The city Deep in Valencia During the Muslim period (S VIII- S XIII) the remained within the walls until midway through the 13th century when the port Old Town you’ll city enjoyed a time of growth and splendour. In AD 1020 a wall of cutting-edge design and began to help development of the areas between the Old Town and the beach. discover precision was built to protect the inhabitants and, on this wall, quite literally, our school The vibrant, multicultural Valencia we El Carmen sits. The Muslim-era wall had seven doors and the most westerly of which, Bab al-Hanax know today owes a lot to its roots in the Old Town and you will be adding to the (the door of the snake), included a 14-metre- history of so many who have walked high tower that still stands within our school, our streets and enjoyed all Valencia cutting through classrooms and overlooking has to offer. Over 1000 years of history the building. welcomes you. Españolé is situated on one of the main streets that runs through the district of El Carmen. Calle Caballeros, which is a hotbed of activity during the day and transforms at sunset into one of the main streets for nightlife in Valencia. The school is surrounded by history and culture and you don’t have to look far to discover world famous sights such as Plaza de la Virgen which houses one of Valencia’s most emblematic buildings – La Catedral de Santa Maria, where the original Holy Grail is said to live. With a plethora of great restaurants, cool shops, dazzling street art, superb museums and an eclectic mix of people, El Carmen offers something new and exciting every day for tourists and locals alike. 7
Accreditations and quality marks IALC Bildungsurlaub IALC is an international non-profit The German Bildungsurlaub is an association that for close to 35 years has accredited programme in which been accrediting independent language German employees can take 5 days centres that teach the language of of educational leave (paid vacation) their country. As well as outstanding per year. We are recognized in several teaching standards and service, IALC federal states. language schools have individual character and a real connection with their local community. International The Cervantes CSN House Institute We are recognized by the National Agency for Higher Education in Sweden International House World Organisation The Cervantes Institute, a government for the awarding of CSN grants to (IHWO) has over 60 years’ experience in agency, is the largest organization in Swedish students taking a language improving quality in language teaching. the world responsible for promoting course with us. International House has 159 independent the study and the teaching of Spanish schools in 52 countries all over the world language and culture. Being an that teach over 20 languages. accredited centre means complying with its quality standards, which guarantee a high quality in the teaching of Spanish Each school is independently owned and of the complementary services and and managed but is affiliated to IHWO. activities offered. The school becomes part of the IHWO network and agrees to adhere to its rigorous quality management systems. ISO 14064 The ISO 14064 certification accredits us as a “Green school” committed to protecting the environment. We have introduced environmental management practices into all aspects of our business, oriented to reduce the consumption of paper and useless energy and resources. We care about the C02 footprint and are aware of how we can help to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions. We offer innovative and quality services while conserving and enhancing resources for current and future generations. 8
Why choose us? Academic A course Expert language excellence for every need tuition Wide range of courses: General All our teachers are highly Spanish, Spanish for Business, qualified and experienced in DELE exam preparation, Work teaching Spanish to speakers of and study, Summer Camp for other languages. teenagers, and many other more specialised courses. Inspirational lessons Communicative, motivational, Practical interactive and enjoyable classes that will teach you how to use language learning Spanish in real life situations. Our method combines a traditional grammar approach with a more modern communicative focus. Years of Great importance is placed experience on practising grammar in We have built an extensive communicative contexts that knowledge base from years of reproduce situations you might teaching Spanish as a foreign come across everyday. language to know how to break through learning barriers and help our students surpass their goals. 9
The objective Spanish of our courses courses is to help you express yourself more fluently in Spanish Your A cultural Our teachers Spanish class approach We have a dynamic team of teachers who love teaching Spanish. They’re all All classes are given in Spanish. In general The programme also aims to integrate university graduates and have many years of the number of students per class is between students into local culture. experience specialising in teaching foreign 6 and 10 and each lesson lasts for Visits to cultural centres, museums, students. They use modern materials 50 minutes. Since the groups are small in other towns, etc are arranged to and methods to ensure that lessons are number, the teacher is able to deal with the ensure that all students are fully interesting and entertaining. specific needs of each student on a more immersed into Spanish life. personal basis. The continued on-going development and training of teachers is a key feature The classes are based on tasks and planned of International House schools and our depending on the students’ needs and styles Españolé Facts & Stats teachers stay up-to-date by incorporating of learning. You will use a textbook in class, new techniques and materials into their together with supplemental material such lessons whenever appropriate. as newspaper/press articles, adverts, 3,400 audio-visual materials, etc. The textbooks we use have been developed by the people studied with us In addition to teaching Spanish in class, International House academic team and last year they will offer general support during cover all areas of the language. your stay at the school so that you find learning Spanish a pleasant and hassle free 99% experience. The enrolment fee includes the first book and additional material. When you change would recommend us from one level to another, you can buy a to a friend new book to take home and keep or simply exchange from the free school library. 74 different nationalities 16-80 We have a wide range of ages studying with us 10
Levels The courses are divided up into 6 different levels: from beginner to advanced based on the Cervantes Institute programme under the directives of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. No matter what your level of Spanish, we will always find a class that is perfect for you. A1 - Beginners Students can deal with simple straightforward exchange to keep a very basic conversation going. A2 - Pre-Intermediate Students can understand and express information about the present, past and future. They can deal with most situations involved in travelling around a Spanish speaking country, including communicating most personal and everyday information. B1 - Intermediate Students can comfortably interact with native speakers. They can participate in discussions and express their viewpoints in familiar contexts. They can describe experiences in their past as well as explain and give reasons for their plans, desires and ambitions Our students for the future. Our students come from all over the world and have many different B2 - Upper-intermediate reasons for studying Spanish. Some of them are university students, others are professionals who need Spanish for work. Students can express their ideas on general topics Some learn just for fun, while others come to prepare for the clearly in both the spoken and written form. They are familiar with and can competently use more official DELE exam. complex structures and have a good level of fluency and broader vocabulary including some idiomatic In general our students fall between the ages of 18 and 60, but we expressions. also cater for students of other ages. This mix assures an interesting and international study atmosphere. C1 - Advanced Students are capable of understanding most lectures, discussions and debates. They are able to develop a well-structured argument with supporting evidence Student’s nationality and explanations in oral and written form. Students have broadened their general language capability and German 13% Japanese 4% vocabulary to feel comfortable operating effectively Italian 12% American 3% in social, academic and professional spheres. Swiss 12% Belgian 2% British 11% French 2% C2 - Superior Dutch 10% Czech 1% Students have a high level of written and spoken South Korean 8% Swedish 1% Spanish. They can participate easily in discussions Russian 7% Austrian 1% and write well-structured compositions even in Other* 6% Irish 1% complex, unfamiliar situations. They can give clear Chinese 5% Brazilian 1% presentations on complex issues, integrating sub themes and developing particular points. Student’s ages 16 - 19 / 20% 20 - 24 / 30% HOUR OF CLASS 700 25 - 29 / 17% 600 500 30 - 34 / 11% 400 35 - 39 / 7% 300 40 - 49 / 5% 200 100 More than 50 / 8% A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2 11
Intensive Our students can choose the number of lessons per week and can design their own Spanish Spanish programme depending on their interests, by adding elective or private lessons to their General Spanish programme. General Spanish + Spanish plus electives Spanish life and culture Grammar skills Improve your knowledge of different Delve deeper into Spanish grammar. Our General Spanish courses aspects of the Spanish culture, related A course focused on improving your concentrate on the fundamental to art, literature, history... and also writing and grammar skills, learn the language learning skills: reading, understand the way people think and basics of the Spanish language with a writing, listening and speaking. live in Spain and in the Hispanic world. structured and practical programme All lessons are taught in Spanish. with intensive exercise practice. Our method has a communicative focus where grammar is practiced Start of course in contexts that reproduce situa- Every Monday (except for beginners) Start of course tions of everyday life. The lessons Please check starting dates in the “Dates and Every Monday (except for beginners) are based on tasks and planned fees” list Please check starting dates in the “Dates and depending on the students’ needs fees” list and different styles of learning. Levels From absolute beginners to advanced (A1 to C2) Levels All the courses include a complete From absolute beginners to advanced (A1 to C2) programme of activities so that our students can make friends and get acquainted with the Spanish life and the city of Valencia. Pronunciation and speaking Spanish for business Perfect your pronunciation with this A course designed for students and elective. Through communication professionals who are interested in the activities you’ll listen and practice world of business in Spanish-speaking Levels: Length of Nº of From absolute the course: lessons: how the language sounds. Learning to countries. You’ll study specific language beginners From 1 to 20,25 or 30 pronounce Spanish correctly will make and linguistic structures used in to advanced 48 weeks (A1 to C2)* your speaking clearer. business. Start of course Start of course Please check starting dates in the “Dates and fees” list Every Monday (except for beginners) Nº of students Timetable: Each per class: Please check starting dates in the “Dates and Mornings or lesson lasts: fees” list Levels Maximum afternoons 50 minutes 10*, average 6 From intermediate to advanced (B1 to C2) Levels * Spanish for business from B1 * In special cases due to changes of level once the course From absolute beginners to advanced (A1 to C2) has started the number of students can be 11 for a short period 12
Design your own Combine your course Spanish elective or private lessons with your General Spanish General Spanish 20 lessons intensive course + Spanish plus electives Spanish life and culture + Spanish leisure electives 5 lessons/week Grammar skills 5 lessons/week Sailing Spanish cooking As host of the America’s Cup in 2007, Gastronomy is an important part of the Pronunciation Valencia is the perfect place for sailing. Spanish culture. Learn how to make and speaking Get out into the Mediterranean on our paella, tapas and much more with our 5 lessons/week own boat to learn how to sail. cooking classes. Start of course Start of course Spanish for business Please check starting dates in the “Dates and fees” list 5 lessons/week Spanish: check starting days of selected course Sailing: every Monday from June 1st to Nº of lessons per week September 7th 6 cooking lessons Nº of lessons per week 6 sailing lessons Length of the course Length of the course Spanish: from 1 to 48 weeks Cooking: from 1 to 4 weeks + Spanish leisure electives Spanish: from 1 to 48 weeks Nº of students per class Sailing: from 1 to 4 weeks Sailing Maximum 5 students 6 lessons/week Levels From an advanced knowledge of sailing Timetable to very basic Spanish:Please check the timetable for the selected course Nº of students per class Spanish cooking Cooking: Two days a week 10:00-13:00 Spanish: maximum of 10, average 6 6 lessons/week or 15:30-18:30 Sailing: Mini group maximum of 5 (Days depending on weather and subject to change) Timetable Spanish:Please check the timetable for the selected course Sailing: Two days a week 10:00-13:00 or 15:30-18:30 (Days depending on weather and subject to change) 20 general Spanish lessons Intensive 20 Intensive 25 20 general Spanish lessons + 1 Spanish plus elective Intensive 30 20 general Spanish lessons + 2 Spanish plus elective Intensive plus 20 general Spanish lessons + 5 private lessons Super intensive 20 general Spanish lessons+ 1 Spanish plus elective + 5 private lessons 13
Intensive Spanish courses Intensive 20 Intensive Plus 20 general Spanish lessons This course is a combination of the Intensive 20 plus private lessons. There are 5 lessons per day, 4 in a group and 1 private. The private ones can be adapted to the needs of each student, so they can study areas in which Nº of lessons per week they are most interested. 20 General Spanish Timetable Mornings or afternoons 9:10-13:00 or 14:10-18:00 Nº of lessons per week (Timetables are subject to change) 20 General Spanish + 5 private lessons Timetable Mornings or afternoons 9:10-13:00 or 14:10-18:00 Private lessons: to be agreed Intensive 25 (Timetables are subject to change) 20 general Spanish + 1 Spanish plus elective Super Intensive Nº of lessons per week 20 General Spanish + 5 Spanish plus elective lessons Timetable / Mornings or afternoons 20 general Spanish + 1 Spanish plus elective + 5 private Morning: Spanish plus elective 08:00-09:05 (Tue-Fri) lessons. or 13:10 - 14:00 (Mon-Fri) + General Spanish 09:10 -13:00 Afternoon: General Spanish 14:10 -18:00 Nº of lessons per week + Spanish plus elective 13:10- 14:00 20 General Spanish + 5 Spanish plus elective lessons or 18:10 - 19:00 (Mon-Fri) + 5 private lessons (Timetables are subject to change) Timetable / Mornings or afternoons Morning: Spanish plus elective 08:00-09:05 (Tue-Fri) or 13:10-14:00 (Mon-Fri) + General Spanish 09:10 -13:00 Intensive 30 Afternoon: General Spanish 14:10 -18:00 + Spanish plus elective 13:10- 14:00 (Mon-Fri) or 18:10- 19:00 (Mon-Fri) This course is a combination of the Intensive Private lessons: to be agreed 20 plus 2 Spanish plus elective. There are 6 lessons per (Timetables are subject to change) day. Nº of lessons per week 20 General Spanish + 10 Spanish plus elective lessons Timetable / Mornings Morning: 1 Spanish plus elective 08:00-09:05 (Tue-Fri) + General Spanish 09:10 -13:00 + 1 Spanish plus elective 13:10-14:00 (Timetables are subject to change) Each Length of Nº of students Levels: lesson lasts: the course: per class: From absolute 50 minutes From 1 to Maximum beginners 48 weeks 10*, average 6 to advanced (A1 to C2)* * Spanish for business from B1 14
Private tuition One to One Private lessons are available for any level, and the course programme is specially adapted to each student’s needs. There’s also the option of taking private lessons online. Start of course Every Monday Nº of lessons per week From 1 Length of the course From 1 to 48 weeks Levels From absolute beginners to advanced (A1 to C2) Nº of students per class 1 (there is also the option of 2/3 people: One to two) Timetable To be agreed Exam preparation New Dele Siele This course is specially designed to prepare students for The SIELE exam is a new Spanish certificate which the internationally-recognised DELE exams organised by certifies electronically the degree of proficiency for the the Instituto Cervantes. Spanish language with four tests: Reading and listening comprehension, Written expression and interaction and These are official certificates accrediting the student’s Spoken expression and interaction; the exam also takes command of the Spanish language. There are five exam as a reference the levels established by the Common sessions per year: April, May, July, October and November. European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). We are an official exam centre for DELE exams and the students will take the exam in our school. It has been created and developed by the Instituto Cervantes together with some universities. The examinations are offered at six different levels which meet the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) A1-A2-B1-B2-C1-C2. Start of course Please check starting dates in the Dates and fees list Start of course Nº of lessons per week Please check starting dates in the Dates and fees list 20 General Spanish lessons + 5 private Siele preparation Nº of lessons per week lessons 20 Dele exam preparation lessons Length of the course Length of the course From 1 to 8 weeks From 1 to 4 weeks Levels Levels From absolute beginners to advanced (A1 to C2) From beginners to advanced (A2 to C2) Nº of students per class Nº of students per class Group lessons maximum 10, average 6. Private lessons 1 Maximum 10, average 6 Timetable Timetable Mornings or afternoons 9:10-13:00 or 14:10-18:00 Mornings or afternoons 9:10-13:00 or 14:10-18:00 Siele private lessons: to be agreed (Timetables subject to change) (Timetables are subject to change) 15
University pathway Special courses Preparation for University Teacher training This course is designed for foreign students who wish This course is focused for non-native teachers of Spanish. to complete a university degree in Spain. To achieve It combines elements of the language and Spanish culture this, they must first pass an entry exam. together with methodology and practice. The preparation courses to access university are tailored to each individual student; it is a fast and easy way to improve and prepare for the exam and it doesn’t Start of course matter what your level or capabilities are. 06/07/2020 Nº of lessons per week 20 teacher training lessons for non-native speakers Start of course Length of the course October (Academic year) or January (Express programme) 2 weeks Course includes Levels 20 weekly lessons on differing subjects + tutoring From Upper Intermediate (B2) Help with the university admission process Nº of students per class (Paperwork costs and other university expenses are not included). Maximum 10, average 6 Length of the course Timetable 30 or 20 weeks respectively Mornings or afternoons 9:10-13:00 or 14:10-18:00 Levels (Timetables are subject to change) You need to have a minimum level of B1 in Spanish (as requested by the Common European Framework of Reference for languages). If you like you can do an intensive Spanish course with us before the University access exam preparation course starts. Timetable Monday to Friday (morning or afternoon) Who is this course for? Students from foreign educational systems (with which Spain has reciprocate agreements making their qualifications compatible), who have completed upper secondary school up to the Spanish Bachillerato level (pre-university course) in their countries. What is the exam? The university entrance exams evaluate the academic maturity of students and check that they have acquired the necessary knowledge of upper-secondary education (Spanish Bachillerato). When passing the exams, students can access higher education in Spain. When is the exam? The University Entry Exam is held twice a year in May/June and in September. Family programmes Study in Our family language programmes are specifically designed to fit the lifestyle and requirements of each a Spanish individual family. university They are flexible and fun, and can be tailor-made to create the perfect holiday experience. Group programmes We offer Spanish courses for school groups throughout the academic year and during the school holidays that are custom-made to respond to their individual needs and requirements. Ask for brochure 16
Work and study You will have to attend a Spanish course of at least 2 weeks not included Internship Demipair in the placement fee This programme combines an intensive Spanish course Here we offer a wonderful opportunity for students to fully with an internship in a company in or near Valencia. immerse themselves in Spanish life. Students are welcomed into Before starting the work experience, you will have to the homes of our Spanish hosts as a member of the family. In attend a Spanish course of at least 2 weeks. return they assist with childcare, help with light housework and teach the children of the house their native language or English. The programme includes 12 weeks of Spanish Intensive 20 course that can be extended. Start of course Every Monday Age Start of course Between 18 and 30 years old Every Monday (except for beginners) Spanish requirements Please check starting dates in the “Dates and fees” list B1 level or more Age Length of the programme Between 18 and 30 years old 3 months (although in some cases we can arrange Length of the programme different periods) Common duties your host From 12 weeks to 36 weeks family may ask you to do - Looking after the children. What is this programme for? - Taking them to the park. Spanish lessons Working in a foreign company is a very rewarding experience. As well as giving you the chance to practise Spanish, you Normally the Spanish lessons are in - Playing with them in English can learn the language specific to your job. The internship is the morning and the working time is in or your native language. considered to be a training programme, so it is unpaid. the afternoon and evening. You have to take an Intensive Spanish course - Helping out with homework. We also organize funded internship programs such as of at least 2 weeks at the beginning of Leonardo Da Vinci and PON. - Picking the children up the programme, although we strongly from school. recommend that you extend your Who is this course for? studies of Spanish throughout the - Taking them for evening entire length of your stay. activities. It is aimed for foreign college and university students or recent graduates who want to gain experience in a Spanish - Putting them to bed and company and also enjoy Spain’s exciting life and culture. Due Working hours reading stories. to legal restrictions, this programme is not available for long Demi pairs will work 20 hours per week term students who need a visa plus one night babysitting. We have a wide range of sectors from Finance to Hospitality. Free days: Two full free days per week (either during the week or at the weekend but at least once a month a Sunday will be free). Accommodation and pocket money Volunteer work Demi pairs will have their own bedroom and will be given full board and some pocket money in return for their help in the house. Language spoken in the family This programme combines a Spanish course with Normally Spanish families invite a foreign student to live with them volunteering in Valencia. It’s the perfect way to learn because they want their children to learn and practice a second language. Spanish, develop social skills, get to know the Spanish However they fully understand that the aim of the programme for the Demi culture and have fun at the same time. pair is to learn and practice Spanish. In order to do this, they will make sure there’s a lot of Spanish speaking time. The normal routine is for the Demi There are many types of projects available: educational pair to speak English or another language with the children and Spanish and cultural, social, environmental and health care with the parents. related... you can choose the area that most interests you. The volunteer work has to be combined with an intensive Spanish course of at least two weeks (it can be taken at the same time as the voluntary work). Full inmersion Start of course Every Monday Age From 18 years old Spanish requirements Basic level (speak using simple vocabulary and phrases) Length of the programme From 2 to 24 weeks What kind of volunteer work do we offer? Teaching English, maths, sports to children, helping disabled people or to protect the Mediterranean Sea on the coast of Valencia, improving good practice for responsible tourism, fire prevention for the Valencian community mountains, conservation project in the Albufera Natural Park. 17
Summer Camp Our Summer Camp is designed for students aged between 14 and 17 with all levels of Spanish. We expertly combine our lessons We put a big effort into opening the minds of our teenagers through total in small, caring cultural immersion. Students walk away with new skills, new appreciation for world cultures, new friends from across the world and new insights into what classes with cultural they can achieve. and leisure activities Our students will practice their Spanish, experience an exciting new culture, #miexperienciaEspanole make international friends and have an unforgettable time with us. Our summer camp offers a unique Our host families are carefully opportunity for teenage students chosen to provide the utmost between the ages of 14-17 to learn in comfort and care for our an entirely Spanish environment where teenagers and many of our host they can be immersed into local life and families have been with us for culture. The programme is carefully years taking in our students all designed to provide students of all levels year round. The average journey with the platform to communicate their to school for our students is 25 way through every stage of life with minutes and many families live us and take all the skills learnt in the close than that in surrounding classroom out into the real world. neighbourhoods. Along with top quality academics we Those who choose the residence have a social activity programme built option can stay in our Resiolé for the purpose of pushing students residence, located in the old town to use their new language skills and just 6 minutes walking to school. practice both amongst themselves and Students stay in double, triple with native Spanish speakers around or quadruple rooms with shared them. bathrooms. Meals are taken in the residence canteen. There is 24- We offer our summer campers the hour staffing, weekly cleaning and choice to be totally integrated into free self-service laundry machines Valencian life by staying with a host and driers. family or give them more of a university feel in student residence. 18
Student’s nationality Italian 16% German 14% Russian 3% Swiss 3% Summer camp includes British 12% Belgian 3% # 20 Spanish lessons per week (50 minutes per class) French 12% Dutch 3% Bulgarian 7% Irish 2% # Class material Austrarian 4% Danish 1% # Level test American 4% Polish 1% Czech 4% Serbian 1% # Certificate and academic report at end of the Slovenian 4% Others 6% course # Accommodation in host family in double room or in residence in double, triple or quadruple rooms Student’s ages # Activities, cultural visits and sports every 14 / 15% afternoon from Sunday to Friday 15 / 30% # Full board 16 / 31% 17 / 24% # One full-day excursion per week # Return transfer from Valencia airport # Airport assistance on departure (UM service is not included) # 24 hour emergency assistance # Medical insurance # Supervision by our experienced team of teachers and coordinators Every weekday we On Saturdays we offer Experienced have activities, which full-day excursions teachers and co- include cultural visits, to a variety of great ordinators take care sports competitions, destinations and on of our students and barbecues, dancing Sundays the students accompany them are free to spend the day lessons, beach during all the cultural with their hosts or they afternoons or activities, visits and can meet friends and join shopping. the school activity in the excursions included evening. in the programme. 19
Accommodation Shared Studios apartments Our studios are located in the city centre within a walking distance In order to feel comfortable and This type of accommodation to the school. They have a lounge relaxed during your stay it is gives you the chance to live with with a sofá bed or separate beds, a students from other countries. kitchenette and a bathroom. They essential that you are satisfied Each apartment has three or four are either for single or double use. with your accommodation bedrooms and one or two shared The accommodation includes bed arrangements. bathrooms. All apartments have a linen, towels and blankets, access fully-equipped kitchen, a lounge to a fully equipped kitchen and For this reason we attach with TV, a washing machine and laundry, moderate electricity, gas and an iron. The school provides bed water expenses, and cleaning of the significant importance to linen, but not towels. Moderate common areas every week. ensuring that the quality we electricity, gas and water expenses provide is of a good standard. are included. The school is in charge We select our host families with of maintaining the apartment. the utmost care, ensure that our shared apartments, studios The common areas are cleaned every and residences are maintained two weeks, but otherwise it is the students’ duty to keep the apartment Host family in a good condition and provide Living with a Spanish family is the general support for students clean. The apartments are located no more than 25 minutes away from best way to become familiar with the with matters regarding their Spanish lifestyle, get to know Spanish the school by public transport. accommodation. customs and practise the language. We select our families carefully so that our students feel completely at ease with them. Don’t expect the host family houses to be luxurious, but they are comfortable and hospitable. What type of 18% 27% Most of the families live near the accommodation do school and the average distance our students choose? from the school is 25 minutes by public transport. Students are lodged No accommodation 18% in single or double rooms and can Apartments 27% choose from three types of board Host family 30% 22% 3% (breakfast, half board or full board). Residence 22% Weekly laundry and cleaning is Studio 3% included. You will have your own keys to come and go as you wish, but you 30% must respect some basic rules and schedules, especially for mealtimes. 20
The accommodation is available between 2:00 p.m. on the Sunday prior to the first day of the course (Monday) until 12:00 p.m. on the Saturday following the last day of class Halls of residence (Friday). We also offer accommodation in student available during the summer. There are halls of residence. single or double rooms all of them with Extra nights might private bathroom, air-conditioning and We have our own residences in the city heating and study area. be available at the centre, they are located within walking published prices. distance to the school. There are single You can use the common kitchen or if and double rooms, either with private or you prefer you can also have your meals CHECK IN TIME shared bathroom. The residences have in the residence canteen. Breakfast, half air- conditioning in the common areas board and full board can be arranged. Sunday and heating. There is a common kitchen after 2:00 p.m. where students can prepare their meals. The residences have common areas, a TV lounge, internet access, a common The university residence is located in kitchen and laundry facilities. Cleaning CHECK OUT TIME the university campus, there is good once a week, towels and sheets are Saturday transport to and from the school. It is included. before 12:00 p.m. Types of accommodation Accommodation Shared apartment Host family Private Studio City centre residences University residences Year Round Summer Location Residential area Residential area City Centre City Centre University area Around 25 minutes Around 30 minutes Between Travel time Between 10 and 20 Between 5 and 20 (average 15) (average 20) 25-30 minutes to school minutes on foot minutes walking by bus or metro by bus or metro by bus or metro B&B, half board Self catering, B&B, Meals Self-catering Self-catering Self catering and full board half board and full board How many students? 1 to 6 1 to 4 1 to 3 Between 20 and 30 400 Yes, option of ensuite Yes, option of ensuite Yes, option of ensuite Single Room Yes or shared bathroom Yes or shared bathroom or shared bathroom Yes, option of ensuite Yes, option of ensuite Yes*, option of ensuite Double Room or shared bathroom Yes* or shared bathroom Yes* or shared bathroom Fully equipped kitchen Wardrobe, desk and chair. En-suite room with Bedroom with with microwave and Internet. Common kitchen. wardrobe, desk and chair, Facilities Fully equipped kitchen wardrobe, washing machine. Terrace. Air-conditioning with washing machine. telephone, Internet and study desk and chair. Internet. in common areas and/or air-conditioning. Canteen TV. Bed linen Bed linen and towels TV and air-conditioning. rooms. Heating for meals. Bed linen and Bed linen and towels Bed linen and towels towels Cleaning Every 2 weeks Every week Every week Every week Every week * Only available for students coming together 21
Social programme If you haven’t got a plan after The programme of activities and excursions will help you to discover It is the ideal complement to a Spanish course and gives you the chance to class, the school Spanish culture, the friendly attitude of practise Spanish in everyday situations, the locals and the festive atmosphere of find out what Spain and the culture are will help you! our city. like, and get to know the local people. Just look at the Valencia also offers many opportunities to practise your favourite sports. Near the activity plan for school there are sports facilities where you can play tennis, basketball, football, the week and We organise many activities every week, squash, aerobics, fitness training, most of them are free (there are at least experience a lot four activities per week totally free) or step classes. of cool stuff.” and many others are available at a very low price. #lavidaespanole 22
Activities and Excursions City tour Tapas making classes Visit to the City of Arts & Sciences Language exchange nights with locals Visit museums City bike tour Sports Shopping trips Bowling BBQ in the school terrace Cinema night Beach games Cooking workshops Wine and cheese tasting Oceanographic Aquarium Join our team and our Flamenco show international students Organised Tours to continue enjoying Altea and Calpe Snorkelling Valencia after Aquapark lessons! Albufera lake Benicassim An example of a weekly programme Sagunto Játiva MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Peñíscola City tour Cooking “Intercambio” Visit to Full day Javea and Conversation a museum Students’ workshop excursion to Altea Welcome exchanges or Salsa dinner “Paella” Xàtiva party lessons Alicante EXTRA CHARGE Madrid Barcelona Hola, my name is Lidia and I’m in charge of organizing activities and excursions for our students. My job is to make sure you enjoy your stay with us, discover Valencia and its culture and traditions, while you meet other students from the school and make local friends. We will have a lot of fun together in our dancing lessons, cooking workshops, excursions, tours, conversation exchange nights... and much more! Lidia See you soon... 23
A day in the life of Arianna from Italy Our student tells you how is one day studying with us 08:45 19:00 Bus to school Afternoon activity My student apartment is only a I was really surprised to see such a few stops away from the school so full activity schedule all included in sometimes I walk or use the Valenbisi the price. Before arriving I didn’t think bike system but today I decided to I would do so many activities but now take the bus as it’s really convenient, I’m here I’ve been on almost all of cheap and stops so close to the them including weekend trips to other school! cities. 09:10 21:00 Spanish classes Life at my new home Going to class is a pleasure as I get to I live with a Japanese girl and a boy see my new friends and the teacher from Denmark and we are all so knows how to make learning fun. My happy and comfortable together. The classmates are from all over the globe apartment has plenty of space and and our teacher, Juan, has actually we have everything we need in the travelled to most of our countries! area. We like to go to dinner three times a week but we also take turns cooking food from our countries for 14:00 each other. It’s a fun way of learning Lunch names in Spanish for foods and ways of cooking! Lunchtime is the perfect opportunity for us to practice much of what we learn in the classroom. There seems 22:00 to be an endless amount of options in El Carmen and I found all the waiters Valencia nightlife to be so nice and friendly. I love I think I could live here for years the food too so am always looking and still discover funky little bars, forward to lunch! casual looking restaurants that serve amazing food and there seems to be a local neighbourhood fiesta 16:30 every day somewhere! My Japanese Homework housemate loves flamenco and live music so she is always finding new This time last week I had classes in places for us to go. There just aren’t the afternoon, which meant I would enough nights in the week! do my homework while enjoying coffee and breakfast on a terrace. Now I have morning classes I enjoy doing it with my merienda instead! The homework is carefully planned by the teachers and everything flows nicely so you actually want to do it and be ready for class the next day. 24
First day of class Your first day of class with us starts a little earlier than usual at 08:30am so we can give an oral test and start classing you. How to get to the school A pre-arrival test will be completed online a maximum of one week before coming By metro: By bus: One of the many and those who have not completed the Estació de Túria, Colón, bus stops around the old pre-arrival test will complete on Monday. Alameda, Xátiva, Ángel Guimerá town area. After testing we will have an orientation meeting where students can meet each other, our staff and receive useful info about Españolé and Valencia itself. Once testing and orientation has finished you will receive your book, learning schedule and classes will start there and then! In the afternoon we arrange a guided tour of the city for all new students. We highly recommend joining as it will not only familiarise yourself with your new temporary home but you will have opportunities to practice what you learnt in the classroom that day and get to know your classmates better. Can you imagine a better place to learn Spanish? 25
What to do? Enjoy a plethora of parks and gardens Valencia is not only a city of culture but also a city with beautiful parks, gardens and relaxing recreational areas. The old riverbed has been converted into a 9 km park that snakes through the city and is perfect for all kinds of activities such as cycling, jogging and skating. There are also many relaxation spots along the park and dotted throughout the city so no matter where you are you’ll find something close by. Enjoy Valencia gastronomy and nightlife Valencia Valencia is a vibrant, The city has a seemingly never-ending supply of cosmopolitan city with about bars serving high quality tapas and pintxos. There are, of course, many restaurants serving classic 800,000 inhabitants enjoying Valencian cuisine such as the famous paella but you’ll soon discover real locals prefer Fideuà, its majestic buildings and which is a must-try also! Valencia is famous for its nightlife and there are many lively areas and wonderful scenery. places to go to suit all tastes and styles. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1.- The Lonja: one of the 6.- The Fine Arts Museum and equatorial Africa, while best examples of Gothic San Pio V: one of the most getting up close to silverback civil architecture in Europe. outstanding painting archives gorillas, leopards, lions, Where history It enjoys Patrimony of the Humanity (UNESCO). in Spain. 7.- The National Ceramics rhinos, hippos and some very cute meerkats. meets modernism 2.- The Central Market: one of the many places not to Museum Gonzalez Marti: housed in a palace from the 11.- El Mestalla: Valencia CF, or Los Che as they’re be missed. This colourful, 15th century and refurbished known locally, are a giant of bustling lively market, in a in 1740 in rococo. the European game. La Liga A truly stunning Mediterranean city, beautiful modernist building, 8.-The City of Arts and winners twice at the start Valencia enjoys a mild temperate will entice you to buy far more Sciences: this amazing of the 2000’s and enjoying climate and offers a wealth of than you intended to. complex includes five a recent resurgence they’re gastronomic delights, festivals and 3.- The Cathedral: each of its buildings which are known for their entertaining three gates has a different breathtaking at first sight. style of play. cultural events to enjoy. You will see how important historical traditions and style: Baroque, Gothic and They are simply incredible. 12.- Tapeo: Translated as Romanesque. From its bell 9.- Jardín del Turia: The walking around different bars recent innovative architecture stand tower, El Miguelete, you can former river has now been enjoying their drinks and tapas side by side and complement each enjoy amazing views over the – and we recommend doing other, the city and the people perfectly. transformed into a park, where city. locals walk, run, sunbathe and just that! In the last two decades Valencia has 4.- Plaza de la Virgen: which cycle. undergone an amazing transformation sits on the site that was once 10.- Valencia Bioparc: The that needs be seen to be believed. the Roman forum. animals live in a natural 5.- Torres de Serranos: habitat in this 21st-century considered to be the largest version of a zoo. Explore the Gothic city gateway in all of ecosystems of the savannah, Europe. the forests of Madagascar 26
A beach for most of the year It’s not uncommon for us to have temperatures in the 20’s during January and while that may not be sunbathing weather it doesn’t mean you can enjoy a stroll on the beach! Wide-open beaches filled with golden sand are lined with palm trees, bars and restaurants that are frequented by locals and tourists alike 12 months of the year. Live traditions and festivals The most popular festival in Valencia, Las Fallas, takes place in March and for five days fireworks can be seen and heard all over the city. The sound of band music and the impressive mascletàs turn the city into a place to behold: a complete transformation that precedes spring every year. Enjoy the city events Valencia is known all over the world for its international events: the final round of the Moto GP, the open tennis tournament and much more. For each of these events the city opens its arms and hearts to the thousands of tourists who arrive to be entertained each year. And all this, together with more than 300 days of sunshine per year and people who are open-minded and friendly, make Valencia the ideal place in which to spend a memorable study holiday. If you have booked your accommodation Your with us, we will send you the complete arrival details and information on how to get to your accommodation at least two weeks before your arrival. Transfer Service We can arrange your transfer on arrival at Valencia airport, train or bus station and also your departure. To guarantee How to get the transfer we need to know your arrival details (date, time, place, and flight number) to Valencia at least one week before arrival. By plane By bus By train Valencia has an international airport located The central bus station is located in the Trains coming from all over the country stop about 8 km from the city. Flights from the West zone of the city. It has lines connecting at the “Estación del Norte”, located in the main cities of Spain and Europe land here. the main Spanish and European cities. heart of Valencia. From here it takes just 10 Moreover, Valencia has connecting flights From the central station, the best way to minutes to walk to the school. with Madrid and Barcelona for destinations all access other points in the city is by bus or over the world. The airport is easily reached by underground. bus and metro from the city centre. 27
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Spanish courses in Valencia Dates and Fees 2020 Curso de español en Valencia 1
Dates and Fees 2020 Intensive Spanish Our students can choose the number of lessons per week and can design their own Spanish programme, depending on their interests, by adding Spanish plus, Spanish leisure elective classes or private lessons to their General Spanish programme. General Spanish + Spanish plus electives Our General Spanish courses concentrate on the fundamen- Spanish life and culture Grammar skills tal language learning skills: Delve deeper into Spanish grammar. A Improve your knowledge of different reading, writing, listening course focused on improving your writing aspects of the Spanish culture, related and speaking. All lessons are and grammar skills, learn the basics of to art, literature, history... and also taught in Spanish. Our method the Spanish language with a structured understand the way people think and live has a communicative focus and practical programme with intensive in Spain and in the Hispanic world. where grammar is practiced exercise practice. in contexts that reproduce situations of everyday life. The lessons are based on tasks Pronunciation and speaking Spanish for business and planned depending on the Perfect your pronunciation with this A course designed for students and students’ needs and different elective. Through communication professionals who are interested in the styles of learning. activities you’ll listen and practice world of business in Spanish-speaking how the language sounds. Learning to countries. You’ll study specific language All the courses include a com- pronounce Spanish correctly will make and linguistic structures used in business. plete programme of activities your speaking clearer. From B1 level in Spanish. so that our students can make friends and get acquainted with the Spanish life and the city of Valencia. Start dates Non-beginners can start: Every Monday. Nº of Each Starting dates for beginners: lessons: lesson lasts: 07/01, 20/01, 03/02, 17/02, 02/03, 16/03, 30/03, 06/04, 20/04, 04/05, 18/05, 01/06, 15/06, 29/06, 20,25 or 30 50 minutes 06/07, 13/07, 20/07, 27/07, 03/08, 10/08, 17/08, 24/08, 31/08, 07/09, 14/09, 28/09, 05/10, 19/10, 02/11, 16/11, 30/11, 14/12. Levels: Length of 1 to 11 weeks From 12 weeks From absolute the course: beginners From 1 to to advanced 48 weeks Intensive 20 20 general Spanish lessons 180,00 € 145,00 € (A1 to C2)* 20 general Spanish lessons Intensive 25 + 1 Spanish plus elective 220,00 € 185,00 € 20 general Spanish lessons Nº of students Intensive 30 + 2 Spanish plus electives 260,00 € 225,00 € Timetable: per class: Mornings or Maximum afternoons 10*, average 6 20 general Spanish lessons Intensive plus + 5 private lessons 355,00 € 320,00 € * Spanish for business from B1 * In special cases due to changes of level once 20 general Spanish lessons the course has started the number of students Super intensive + 1 Spanish plus elective + 5 private lessons 395,00 € 360,00 € can be 11 for a short period 2
Design your own course Add your Spanish leisure choice to General Spanish 20 lessons your intensive course + Spanish plus electives Spanish life and culture + Spanish leisure electives 5 lessons/week Grammar skills 5 lessons/week Sailing Spanish cooking As host of the America’s Cup in 2007, Gastronomy is an important part of Valencia is the perfect place for sailing. the Spanish culture. Learn how to Pronunciation Get out into the Mediterranean on our make paella, tapas and much more and speaking own boat to learn how to sail. with our cooking classes. 5 lessons/week Start dates Start dates Spanish for business 5 lessons/week All levels can start every Monday On the same dates as beginners for between the 1st June and the 7th Sep- Intensive Spanish courses. tember. The programme finishes on the 11th September. 6 lessons per week Price per week 80,00 € 6 lessons per week Price per week 80,00 € + Spanish leisure electives max max Sailing 5 students 5 students 6 lessons/week Spanish cooking 6 lessons/week 5 Free Enrolment fee 50,00€ activities (all courses, includes book) per week All courses include # Info pack Sample activities # Course book # City tour # Ceramic Art Museum tour # Spanish culture classes # Dedicated Study counsellor # Free internet # Tapas making classes # Beach Volleyball # City treasure hunt # Use of all school facilities # Visit to City of Arts # Paella cooking classes # Graffiti tour & Science # BBQ party # Fallas museum trip # 24h emergency number # Language exchange # Tapas tour # City bike tour # Welcome city tour nights # 5 free activities per week # Certificate and report at end of course # Help arranging exam if required 3
Enrolment fee 50,00€ A comprehensive preparation Dates and Fees 2020 (all courses, includes book) University course for those wanting to study at a Spanish university. pathway The preparation courses to access university are tailored to each individual student. Start dates January: 07/01/20, October:28/09/20. Both programmes finish at the end of May just before the exam period which may last until the end of June. Exam Price per week preparation 20 weekly lessons for preparation Academic for university access exams + 5.300,00 € year tutoring from October to May 20 weekly lessons for Express preparation for university access 3.650,00 € programme exams + tutoring from January to May Dele Paperwork costs and other university expenses are not included 4 week preparation courses for the internationally-recognised Dele exams organised by the Instituto Cervantes. Start dates 23/03, 20/04, 15/06, 07/09, 19/10. Exam dates 17/04, 16/05, 10/07, 02/10, 14/11. 20 Dele exam preparation 50 Price per week minutes lessons per week 225,00 € Teacher Siele training The SIELE exam is a new Spanish certificate which certifies electronically the degree of proficiency for the Spanish language. A methodology course focused for non-native teachers of Spanish. Participants will have access to practical and effective Start dates training in order to teach Spanish to foreign students. On the same dates as beginners for Intensive Spanish courses. Exam dates Start date Every month - exact date on request. 06/07/20 (2 week-course). 20 General Spanish lessons 50 Price per week 20 weekly lessons Price per week for non-native 50 + 5 private Siele minutes minutes preparation lessons 335,00 € Spanish teachers 300,00 € Price per lesson / person 50 Private Semi-private minutes 1person 2/3 people Tailor made classes to From 1 to 5 private One to one S 45,00 € 31,50 € Private fit your exact needs or aspects of the language lessons per week From 6 to 10 private Tuition you’d like to tackle. One to one M lessons per week 40,00 € 28,00 € From 11 private One to one L lessons per week 35,00 € 24,50 € Start dates Every Monday. Online tuition 50’ From 1 lesson 35,00 € 24,50 € 4
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