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Spanish courses
2020
Experience
the mediterranean
lifestyle
Spanish courses in Valencia
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
10Levels
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
11Intensive 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
12Design
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
13Intensive 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
14Private 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)
15University 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
16Work 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.
17Summer 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.
18Student’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.
19Accommodation
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.
20The 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
21Social
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
22Activities
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...
23A 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.
24First 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?
25What 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
26A 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.
27Information
& enrolments Our representative
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LQIR#HGXOLQJRGHSpanish courses
in Valencia
Dates and Fees
2020
Curso de español en Valencia
1Dates 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
2Design
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
3Enrolment 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 €
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