Our methodology

We have designed our courses to suit all levels following the curriculum plan (Plan Curricular) of the Cervantes Institute and the The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Our method is communicative, practical and flexible. From the very first day, our classes are held in Spanish and all of our study material is in Spanish. This way you will learn to communicate in an effective manner in an everyday environment.

Our classes are interactive, entertaining, yet serious at the same time. You will study all aspects of the language: grammar, vocabulary, culture and functionality, but above all, you will be speaking continuously from the first day in class.

The programming of the courses will be adapted to your needs and you can study at any time of the year.

You will be studying in reduced size groups of a maximum of 12 people and will get to know students from all over the world.

At the end of your studies you will receive an attendance certificate and /or a certificate of achievement if you complete the minimum attendance of 85% and pass the final exam.

If you are a group of students, we can prepare a specific private course for you, taking into account your needs and wishes.

LEVELS

Our programmes of general Spanish courses take place across 6 levels of different durations and in increasing degrees of difficulty.

If your level is not that of an absolute beginner, you will need to undertake the assessment exam of the preceding lower level before beginning your studies. This exam is free of charge and will take place outside of class hours.

  • Would you like to find out your level of Spanish? Click here.

Students are divided into six levels:

  • Basic User

    • Level A1: Breakthrough or beginner
    • Level A2: Waystage or elementary
  • Independent User

    • Level B1: Threshold or intermediate
    • Level B2: Vantage or upper intermediate
  • Competent User

    • Level C1: Effective Operational Proficiency or advanced
    • Level C2: Mastery or proficiency

Basic user

A1: Beginner

Nº of hours: 60

Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

A2: Elementary

Nº of hours: 90

Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.  Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.

Independent user

B1: Intermediate

Nº of hours: 120

Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken.  Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

B2 Upper intermediate

Nº of hours: 140

Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

Advanced user

C1 Advanced

Nº of hours: 180

Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.

C2 Proficiency

Nº of hours: 200

Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.