Spanish in Alicante

Alicante

Alicante is located in the south-east of Spain near Valencia, in the heart of the Costa Blanca. It’s a beautiful city with a beach, an international airport and a population of 335,000 inhabitants. For tourists it’s the city of dreams with its turquoise-blue waters, palm trees and Mediterranean climate of 300 days of sun a year. located in between some of the best vineyards in Spain, it’s no secret that the quality of both Alicante’s wine and olives is incredibly high. Alicante has an incredible cultural heritage, as it was founded by the Carthaginian general, Hamilcar Barca, in the 3rd century BC. With stunning panoramas of the Mediterranean Sea from the city walls or from the citadel, you could’t ask for a better destination. The typically Spanish area has various cultural centres, shops and a lively night life as well as numerous outdoor activities like windsurfing, water skiing, tennis, golf, and horse back riding. What’s not to love? Soak up the sun and sip some local wine while gazing out over the breathraking views and improve your Spanish skills at the same time!

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The school Proyecto Español (Ages 17+)

Proyecto Español is a large school located in the city centre, a few steps away from the Central Market. Students from many different countries come study in this school, making it an international one. Small classes allow a personalised and modern teaching methodology.

The school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes and FEDELE. It is also recognised by the Bildungsurlaub in Germany and Sweden’s CSN.

Our buildings are situated right in the city centre, behind the Central Market.

School facilities:

• 23 large air-conditioned classrooms
• Audiovisual equipment in all classrooms
• WIFI connection
• Computer room
• Lending library

Courses

Spanish lessons: the basics

• Lesson length: 50 minutes
• Class size: maximum 10
• Schedule: morning or afternoon lessons, depending on the time of year
• Placement test: first day of lessons
• Certificate of completion at the end of your course
• Qualified native Spanish teachers

Standard Course

15 lessons per week, minimum 2 weeks

4 lessons a day will give you a practical understanding of the Spanish language and train you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Language level: all levels

Intensive Course

25 lessons per week, minimum 2 weeks

The ideal course to get your Spanish where you want it to be, and fast. 5 Spanish lessons per day from Mon-Fri.

Language level: all levels

DELE Exam Preparation Courses

25 lessons per week + 5 mini-group lessons, minimum of 1 week

This course includes 25 general Spanish lessons plus 5 DELE preparation classes per week (max. 5 students in these preparatory classes)

The DELE (Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language) is the only Spanish language proficiency certificate officially recognised by the Spanish Ministry of Education. If you wish to attend university in Spain or work in a Spanish-speaking country, sitting the DELE exam is the first step to success.

We recommend that you study Spanish for a sufficient length of time before enrolling in a DELE-specific course and sitting the test.

Language level: A2 minimum

Private lessons

5 or 10 lessons per week, minimum 1 week

One-on-one lessons are tailored to each student’s individual needs. If you’re looking to make progress fast or preparing for an exam, one-on-one lessons can give you an extra boost.

One-on-one lessons (5 or 10 per week) can be taken in addition to our standard or intensive courses.

Activities

There are various social and leisure activities held every week in the afternoons and evenings. You are more than welcome to participate in these activities, though they are not mandatory. Many of these activities are free of charge, though some may require a fee. All activities are subject to change and vary depending on the season.

Some of the many activities available include:

• Guided tour of Alicante
• Spanish movie nights
• Spanish cooking
• Dance
• Museum outings

Accommodation

Homestay (Ages 17+)

• Single or shared room*
• Shared bathroom
• Half board (either breakfast and lunch or breakfast and dinner).

Travel time to school: Our host families usually live 15-30 minutes’ walk from the school.

Optional extras:

• Full board

Practical information:

• Bedlinens/towels provided
• WiFi available in most homes but not guaranteed
• Laundry service during your stay

*Available for 2 students travelling together only

Shared flat (Ages 18+)

Single room, shared bathroom, no meals

Features:

• Single room (Shared room available for students travelling together)
• Travel time to school: max. 15-30 minutes’ walk
• No meals included
• Shared bathroom and toilet
• 3-4 rooms per flat

Facilities and services:

• Shared fully-equipped kitchen
• Living room/lounge with TV
• Laundry facilities
• Sheets and towels are not provided
• WiFi in most flats
• Heating
• Students are responsible for cleaning the flat

Practical Information

Arrivals: Saturday

Departures: Saturday

Transport

Arrival Airport: Alicante Airport: 20-minute transfer (express bus)

Airport transfers available on request (fees apply, see Dates & Prices)

Please note: Do not make travel arrangements until we have confirmed your enrolment in your chosen course.

Dates & Prices 2022

Dates 2021

Course start dates

Most courses start every Monday year-round (exceptions are outlined below.) On public holiday Mondays, lessons start on Tuesdays.

Start dates for absolute beginners: 04/01, 01/02, 01/03, 29/03, 12/04, 19/04, 26/04, 10/05, 24/05, 07/06, 21/06, 06/07, 12/07, 26/07, 02/08, 09/08, 17/08, 23/08, 30/08, 06/09, 20/09, 04/10, 18/10, 15/11

Holidays (no classes will be given on these dates, and will not be made up for later on. No compensation will be given): 01/01, 19/03, 02/04, 15/04, 24/06, 16/08, 12/10, 01/11, 06/12 and from 20/12 to 24/12

Christmas holidays: 19/12 – 27/12

Prices 2021

Prices include:

• Your chosen course
• Homestay or flatshare accommodation, single room
• Course materials
• Language test
• Certificate of completion at the end of your stay
• All taxes and enrolment fees

Prices do not include:

• Transport and airport transfers
• Shared flat : meals
• Exam fees, where applicable
• Visa fees
• Optional insurance