Learn Spanish in Madrid: Language Courses
Languages for Life Course Long term courses 8 wks+
Levels offered | Beginner to Advanced |
Minimum age | 17 |
Course duration | 8 to 48 weeks |
Number of lessons | 20 group lessons |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Start dates throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: Can vary depending on student no’s in the summer period
Preparation for DELE exams (optional extra module, not included in course fees
These long term Spanish language courses in Madrid allow students to develop their language skills over several months. In-depth study over an extended period ensures better mastery, subtler understanding and far greater long term retention of key Spanish language skills. They are very popular with independent Gap Year students prior to Uni, graduates prior to a first career and adults who wish to take a career break. These courses suit complete beginners to the language and those who have prior Spanish knowledge.
The course is available for a variety of levels from complete beginner up to advanced.
The course takes place from Monday to Friday and consists of 20 group lessons of 45 minutes each per week.
This course aims to develop the four main Spanish language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as to improve grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The classes focus on communication, which will enable students to enrich their vocabulary, to improve their fluency and to become more confident when using the language.
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowStandard Course Short term courses 1 wk+
Levels offered | Beginner to Advanced |
Minimum age | 17 |
Course duration | 1+ weeks |
Number of lessons | 20 group lessons |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Start dates throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: Can vary depending on student no’s in the summer period
A short term Spanish course in Madrid, suitable for all language levels, from beginners who with to learn Spanish from scratch and also those who wish to build on current Spanish skills on a taster course of one week, or a more substantial course of two to eight weeks duration. Recommended for students of all ages and all Spanish language abilities.
The course is available for a variety of levels from complete beginner up to advanced.
The course takes place from Monday to Friday and consists of 20 group lessons of 45 minutes each per week.
This course aims to develop the four main Spanish language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as to improve grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The classes focus on communication, which will enable students to enrich their vocabulary, to improve their fluency and to become more confident when using the language.
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
- Dec2 9 16
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowIntensive Course Short term courses 1 wk+
Levels offered | Beginner to Advanced |
Minimum age | 17 |
Course duration | 1 to 6 weeks |
Number of lessons | 25 or 30 group lessons |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Start dates throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: Can vary depending on student no’s in the summer period
The Intensive Course is designed for students who want to improve their Spanish quickly and intensively. Building on the course lessons of the Standard Course, and introducing additional work to speed up the learning process. This course suits people who need to improve their Spanish in Madrid quickly and covers the four language skills – oral comprehension and expression, written comprehension and expression.
The additional 5 or 10 lessons focus either on developing conversation skills – placing emphasis on oral comprehension and expression or on cultural context (focusing on Spanish literature, art history or Festivals etc)
This programme is recommended for students of all ages and all Spanish language abilities.
Intensive 25:
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
- Dec2 9 16
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowIntensive 30:
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
- Dec2 9 16
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowCombined Spanish Course Short term courses 1 wk+
Levels offered | Beginner to Advanced |
Minimum age | 17 |
Course duration | 1+ weeks |
Number of lessons | 20 group lessons |
Additional classes | + 5 or 10 private lessons |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Start dates throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: Can vary depending on student no’s in the summer period
The Spanish Combined courses in Madrid enables students to follow the Spanish Standard course, but then extend their language studies each day with a personal tutor who can address individual areas of interest or concern i.e. prior to academic exams or to improve particular skills for business situations or general conversation. They are generally short term Spanish language courses aimed at students of all language abilities, including beginners and those who wish to build on current skills on a taster course of one week, or a more substantial course of two weeks or longer.
The Intensive Spanish classes aim to develop the four main language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as improve grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. During the additional one-to-one lessons, you will get intensive practice in Spanish and focus on your specific needs.
Combined Course: 20 + 5 private tuition
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
- Dec2 9 16
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowCombined Course: 20 + 10 private tuition
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
- Dec2 9 16
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowDELE Preparation Course To suit set exam dates
Levels offered | A2 & C1 exam levels |
Minimum age | 17 |
Course duration | 4 weeks |
Number of lessons | 20 group lessons |
DELE Preparation | 5 private tuition |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Set start dates throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: Can vary depending on student no’s
Four weeks of additional private tuition, with specific focus on the DELE exam preparation
Students can follow 10 private lessons per week, instead of 5 per week on request, at extra cost
Leading to exams offered on set dates in the year.
Allow 200 Euros to cover exam fees (payable in Spain)
The D.E.L.E (Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera) is an official Spanish exam and diploma supervised and issued by the Istituto Cervantes. It shows the student´s grade of Spanish proficiency and it is recognized all over the world. The DELE exists in six levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) and each level corresponds to the Common European Frameworks.
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
- Dec2 9 16
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowSIELE Preparation Course Offered each month
Levels offered | Elementary to Advanced |
Minimum age | 17 |
Course duration | 1+ weeks |
Number of lessons | 20 group lessons |
Additional classes | + SIELE focused lessons |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Offered each month, throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: 2 or 4 weeks of Standard Group studies plus additional SIELE focused exam preparation
Leading to exams which can be sat each month at the language school, at the level that suits your needs
Allow 160 Euros to cover exam fees (payable in Spain)
The SIELE exam is an official Spanish exam and diploma supervised by the Istituto Cervantes. It confirms your current grade of Spanish proficiency and is recognized all over the world. Offered across all language levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) in accordance with the Common European Framework.
Flexible – can be taken any month, and you can select which of the core skills you wish to cover, though most students opt for SIELE Global (S1 to S5 also offered).
Results obtained in 3 weeks – so a very quick exam accreditation option.
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
Get a Quote nowWork Experience Programme Specific courses 4 & 8 wks
Levels offered | B1+ levels |
Minimum age | 18 |
Course duration | 4+ weeks |
Number of lessons | 20 group lessons |
Work experience | 6 or 12 weeks |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Start dates throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: Can vary depending on student no’s in the summer period
Placement and interview support costs/ EUR 250.00 per person (on top of language course/accommodation fees)
This is a combination of 4 to 12 weeks of Intensive Course and 6 to 12 weeks of unpaid work experience in a Spanish company.
Students need an Intermediate level (B1-B2) before starting the work experience. The work experience options are available in marketing, international business, hotels, advertising, administration, law/legal studies, etc., but are NOT available in health/medicine.
Upon receipt of your enrolment, the school will start the work experience placement process. The work experience will take place in a company in Madrid, according to the field, professional background and preferences of the student.
Start Dates & Prices: Please consult CESA staff
Over 50 Programme Short term course 2 wks
Levels offered | A2 to B2 levels |
Minimum age | 50 |
Course duration | 2 weeks |
Number of lessons | 20 group lessons |
Additional sessions | cultural lessons |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 9 students |
Private Tuition Course Short term courses 1 wk+
Levels offered | Beginner to Advanced |
Minimum age | 17 |
Course duration | 1+ week |
Number of lessons | 10+ private lessons |
Lesson duration | 45 minutes |
Maximum per class | 1 student |
Start dates throughout the year
Classes are held Monday to Friday each week
Timetable: Can vary depending on student no’s in the summer period
An intensive Spanish course in Madrid, ideal for those who wish to make maximum language progress over a one or two week period. Aimed at adults with specific language needs or students who require some concentrated study prior to academic exams. Most students opt for the One to One private tuition option, however two students of the same ability level i.e two A2 students can attend a Two to One private tuition course, at a reduced per person cost.
Individual tuition suits people who want to improve their Spanish very quickly and intensively. It is a popular choice for business and professional people whose time is limited and who may have very specific requirements. Individual tuition is perfect for improving a particular skill or a particular language area, from social Spanish to sales negotiating, report-writing or examination preparation.
One-to-One tuition is completely tailor-made and therefore possible for all language levels, from absolute beginner to pre-bilingual. Through pre-course consultation and an analysis of your needs we design a bespoke course based on your requirements. Materials from your work can be incorporated into the course. You choose the length and intensity of your programme.
Start dates 2024
- Jan8 15 22 29
- Feb5 12 19 26
- Mar4 11 18 25
- Apr1 8 15 22 29
- May6 13 20 27
- Jun3 10 17 24
- Jul1 8 15 22 29
- Aug5 12 19 26
- Sep2 9 16 23 30
- Oct7 14 21 28
- Nov4 11 18 25
- Dec2 9 16
Beginners start dates are underlined and in bold. Other levels can begin on any of the start dates shown. For a detailed quote, or to book a course, click on "Get a Quote".
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