Spanish in Mexico City

Mexico City

Mexico City is one of the biggest cities in the world. During your stay, you’ll never be short of cultural festivities and will discover a unique culture and exciting arts scene. You’ll also be in the middle of a bustling city with a multitude of different activities on offer. With an excellent transport system, most of museums and cultural or historical sites are easily accessible by metro.

Our partner school is located in the heart of Mexico City, in the Colonia Condesa district. This is a very safe area where students can meet up and go out. The school is located in a typical Colonial house and is easily accessible by public transport.

The school is a member of IALC, the best known group of language schools in the world.

School facilities include:

6 classrooms
Cafeteria
A terrace
WiFi connection
Computers available to loan

Spanish language courses: general information

Lesson length: 60 minutes
Maximum number of students per class: 9
Timetable: classes are held in the morning
Placement test: first day of classes
Certificate of participation at the end of your stay
Regular evaluation reports to track your progress
The teachers are highly qualified and primarily look to fulfill students expectations and meet their needs in terms in linguistic learning.

20 lessons per week

Duration: 2 weeks minimum

These classes focus on grammar and speaking skills with exercises to expand vocabulary and improve pronunciation.
They will also help you develop the fundamental skills of oral and written comprehension. Classes take place in the morning for 4 hours each day.

Language level: all levels

20 group lessons + 10 small group lessons

Duration: 2 weeks minimum

Standard course + 2 small group lessons per day. These lessons are specifically designed according to students’ own needs and objectives.

Language level: beginner to elementary

20 group lessons + 10 individual lessons

Duration: 2 weeks minimum

Two individual lessons a day are added to the standard course. This option is ideal for those who wish to enter into the working world and want to work on particular language problems and difficulties.

Language level: all levels

10 lessons per week

This option is recommended for students who wish to make rapid progress and do not have a lot of time to achieve this. These classes may be added to another course or chosen or singly selected.

Our partner school is one of the best schools in terms of organising social and cultural activities in Mexico: excursions every weekend, cultural activities, cooking workshops, painting, history etc.

As a complement to Spanish lessons, these activities help you understand the Mexican way of life.

Some of the many activities may include:

Weekend visits to Guanajuato, San Miguel, Puebla, Oaxaca, Acapulco, Michoacán, Valle de Bravo
Parties, bars and clubs outings organised at some hot spots in the city
Guided visits to cultural spots within the city: pyramids, museums, etc.
Special courses held at the school as complement to Spanish courses

Features:

Single room (or double only for those travelling together)
Shared bathroom
Breakfast included
Distance from school: maximum 30 minutes by public transport
Bed linen and towels provided, but we recommend that you bring a few extra towels
The use of a washing machine is not included in the price

Optional extra

Half board

Features

Single room (or double only for those travelling together)
Shared bathroom and toilet
Self-catering
Distance from school: 1 minute (on campus)
Location: in the centre of town
Capacity: maximum 20 students

Facilities/services available

Kitchen
Living room
Dining room
Bed linen and towels provided
WiFi
Reception open 24h/24
Common areas are cleaned once a week. Everyone is responsible for cleaning their own rooms.

Practical information

No washing machine available

Features

Single room (or double only for those travelling together)
Shared bathroom and toilet
Self-catering
Capacity: 3 – 5 students

Facilities/services available:

Fully equipped kitchen

Travel

Arrivals: Sunday (after 12:00) Departures: Saturday (up until 12:00)

Arrival airport: Mexico City (MEX)

Airport transfers are available on request, please see ‘Dates & Prices’ tab.

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

Visa Information

Do you need a Visa for this programme? For more information please consult our page Visa Information.

Do not hesitate to contact us by telephone or email if you require any further information.

Dates & Prices 2019

Dates 2019

Course start dates: Most courses start every Monday year-round (exceptions are outlined below.) If Monday is a holiday then classes will start on the Tuesday.

Start dates for complete beginners: 07/01, 14/01, 21/01, 28/01, 11/02, 18/02, 25/02, 04/03, 18/03, 25/03, 01/04, 15/04, 22/04, 06/05, 13/05, 20/05, 03/06, 17/06, 24/06, 01/07, 08/07, 22/07, 05/08, 12/08, 26/08, 02/09, 16/09, 30/09, 07/10, 21/10, 04/11, 11/11, 25/11, 02/12, 16/12

Public holidays (No lessons will take place on these dates and they will not be rescheduled or refunded): 01/01, 08/02, 01/05, 22/11, 25/12

Prices 2019

Cours & logement en résidence ou appartement - chambre individuelle
Durée	Standard (20 leçons)	Intensif (30 leçons)	Super Intensif (20 & 10 leçons)
2 semaines	€ 895	€ 1.025	€ 1.300
3 sem.	€ 1.250	€ 1.440	€ 1.855
4 sem.	€ 1.510	€ 1.765	€ 2.320
6 sem.	€ 2.230	€ 2.610	€ 3.445
8 sem.	€ 2.950	€ 3.460	€ 4.570
12 sem.	€ 4.395	€ 5.160	€ 6.825
16 sem.	€ 5.835	€ 6.855	€ 9.075
18 sem.	€ 6.550	€ 7.705	€ 10.200
20 sem.	€ 7.270	€ 8.550	€ 11.325
24 sem.	€ 8.715	€ 10.250	€ 13.580
32 sem.	€ 11.600	€ 13.650	€ 18.085
36 sem.	€ 13.040	€ 15.345	€ 20.335
Sem. suppl.	€ 365	€ 425	€ 565
Suppléments par semaine
Logement en famille, petit-déjeuner	€ 30
Logement en famille, demi-pension	€ 65
Nuit supplémentaire	€ 50
Cours particuliers (10H) en complément	€ 290
Cours particuliers (10H) seuls	€ 350
Transfert (par trajet)
Transfert aéroport depuis Mexico City Airport	€ 65