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Spanish Language Center Marbella
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Course description

This course is focused on students who wish to improve their Spanish during their stay. The speaking skill is the goal of the course. It consists of 10 grammar and vocabulary lessons per week, and 10 conversation, pronunciation, reading and speaking lessons per week.
We use textbooks, table games, magazines and interactive materials. The course also offers the possibility of knowing the local culture.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 55 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Marbella.

Class size

Average 5 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 16 - 86 years old
Average 26 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

The School

Our school is located in one of the most emblematic and commercial areas of Marbella. Situated in the very centre of the city, just 5 minutes to the beach. It is also easily accessible by bus.

The school is situated on the top floor of a 3 storey building. There is a very large and sunny terrace of about 1.000 m2 with wonderful views of the city and the sea, where students can also take their Spanish lessons (especially in summer).

We offer 8 bright classrooms with a maximum of 10 students per class, a very large reception room, common room with snack and refreshment machine, free drinking water, computer room with internet access, audio-visual room, etc. All of them are equipped with air conditioning (cool and hot) in order to make the students stay as pleasant as possible.

TEACHING STAFF

The SLC teaching staff are highly competent and specially trained in teaching Spanish as a foreign language. We place great emphasis on our selection of teachers (all of them must be Spanish native speakers, who have been carefully chosen for their interpersonal skills, ensuring a warm and friendly atmosphere for the students.

Our teachers' goal is to help the students intensively develop their reading, writing and speaking skills in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Each student receives personal attention (inside & outside the classroom) in order to help and solve the problems that might arise and to improve their knowledge of Spanish language and culture.

REASONS AND ADVANTAGES TO STUDY AT SLC.

- A noted experience of more than 15 years in the language learning world.
- Flexibility: You can study for as little as 1 week to as many as you wish.
- The age of our students varies from 16 - 74 years (till now) and come from more than 40 countries.
- Updated methodology and small class size (maximum of 10 students / an average of 4-5).
- 1 lesson lasts 55 minutes. Total immersion is guaranteed.
- We have 6 different levels of Spanish, from complete beginners to very advanced.
- General Spanish Programmes every Monday throughout the year (all levels).
- A serious, but very warm and welcoming environment with well trained and highly qualified teachers and secretariat staff who speak several foreign languages.
- Interesting cultural workshops, leisure activities and excursions.
- Excellent school premises situated in the centre of the city within easy access to public transport.
- Different choices of lodging carefully selected within a maximum of 15-20 minutes walking distance from the school.
- Should two public holidays take place during the same week (from Monday to Friday), all the lessons for one of those days will be made up or replaced by a special activity.

Year opened
1999
Number of classrooms
8

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers
All
Teachers with Spanish teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Spanish Language Center Marbella varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 26. In the summer, the average age is 26.

SLC MARBELLA teaches students from all over the world, including:

Russia
80%
Germany
50%
Ukraine
40%
Netherlands
30%
Norway
30%
UK
6%
France
5%
Saudi Arabia
3%
South Africa
1%

School holidays

SLC MARBELLA does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Our academic center is located in one of the most emblematic and commercial parts of Marbella, in the city center and only 5 minutes walk from the beach. From here students can go to any place in town by bus and there is a bus stop located opposite the center.

The school building has 3 floors and our academic center is located in the attic; we have a 1000 square meter terrace where you can enjoy glorious sunshine and where teachers taught classes at the request of students.

The center has 8 well-lit classrooms where the maximum number of students is 10 (average of 4-5), a computer room with free access to "internet", audiovisual room you can enjoy watching movies and famous Spanish diverse cultural documentaries, with the possibility of getting rich in the field of Spanish films and cultural points of interest. All our facilities have both hot and cold air conditioning to make the students stay as comfortable as possible.

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Reviews

100% recommend

based on 6 reviews
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"Very nice teacher and very good school material"

Guðný Margrét Hjaltadóttir, student from Iceland

I liked everything.
I did contact at first the school direct but didn´t get answers to my email so I had to contact LI to subscribe to the school

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School location
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
3 Oct 2022 - 14 Oct 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Experiencia increíble"

Victoria Borde, student from France

It was an amazing experience, I’ll remember of it all my life !
My teachers were the best that I never had, they were very understanding and friendly, I felt very comfortable for speaking Spanish and for sure I improved my level of Spanish !
The location was perfect, the school was just in 5 minutes of the beach and for the break we had a big terrace which was very nice.
I recommend this experience 100% !

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
17 weeks
Date of study
20 Sep 2021 - 21 Jan 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Very interesting courses"

Cedric Cavallier, student from UK

The content of the courses was spot on, exactly what I needed (use of Spanish present of the subjunctive).
The teachers are nice and very knowledgeable.
The location is central, which is good.
The only downside is the courses were not every day. I would have preferred having 2 hours of lessons every day rather than 3 or 4 hours every other day.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
2 Nov 2021 - 12 Nov 2021
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Belén, Receptionist at Spanish Language Center Marbella responded to this review.
23 November 2021

Hello Cédric,

Thank you very much for your review. We are sorry we could not offer you a 20 hours per week group course on the date you came, we hope to be able to do it if you decide to come back to our school.
We appreciate your comment, it has been a pleasure to have you as a student and you are missed by your classmates, teachers and administration staff. We hope to see you again soon.

Best regards from Marbella!

"Just the right place to study Spanish"

CHRISTELLE MEAS

The school had devoted teachers and was in good location - at central Marbella.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
417 weeks
Date of study
1 Jan 2007 - 1 Jan 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Victoria, Office Management at Spanish Language Center Marbella responded to this review.
09 June 2015

Thanks for recommending our school :)
Our teachers are grateful for your words!

"Professional class, nice people, nice extras (barbecue party on the terrace, weekly salidas de noche, clase de sevillana)"

Claudia Klama

Positives:
- Evaluation before start of class
- Professional teachers, good mix of grammar, speaking, listening, exercise, etc.
- Many extras like leisure activities and activities to learn about Spain & culture
- The classes proceeded quickly with the chapters in the book and we didn´t wait for the slow ones who didn´t make the homework or didn´t learn the vocabulary (I find this positive because there is nothing worse to repeat again and again and wait for lazy people).

Negatives:
I was told that the classes would have 6-8 students; in summer time we were up to 10 or 11. That was only for 2 weeks though, but it was too much.

It would be good to have the classes more mixed – e.g. not all Germans together always in order to have more mix of nationalities.


No comment on housing, I had my private one.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
8 weeks
Date of study
1 Sep 2002 - 31 Oct 2002
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Victoria, Office Management at Spanish Language Center Marbella responded to this review.
09 June 2015

Dear student,

Thanks for recommending our school and thank you also for your comment, this encourages us a lot and it helps us to improve our school. In recent years we have had groups of maximum 6-8 students, and we continue with our extra culture lessons.

We're glad that you had a good time with us and we hope to see you again over here :)

"It was good experience"

Tatiana Glaz, student from USA

I liked location - not far from everything. School itself was nice - small classrooms. I liked instructors - Ana Lia was wonderful! Juan and Carolina were nice too.
The program was not as structured, as I would like it. (I can compare it to another Spanish Language School I went last year in Montañita, Ecuador). Myself and my friend had different levels of Spanish, but sometimes we ended up in one class. Also, my friend just started Spanish, but she was first day or two with somebody more advanced and she did not understand anything. At the end of our 2 weeks, somebody gave her appropriate for her level lesson. Messy!
Also, I was surprised, that nothing else, besides Spanish lessons, was offered by school.
Generally, it was good experience for me.
I cannot say anything about the housing, because I stayed in the hotel.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
9 Sep 2013 - 20 Sep 2013
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Victoria, Office Management at Spanish Language Center Marbella responded to this review.
09 June 2015

Thanks for recommending our school!

Your review have helped us a lot because this way we can better understand the students's situation and perspective.

Ana Lía, Juan and Carolina are pleased that you liked them as your teachers.

housing

Housing

SLC MARBELLA offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner

$166
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Marbella
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and tV room
Distance to school: 5 - 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
$166
HOST FAMILIES:

For serious students who are prepared to be flexible and wish to live a truly Spanish life during their stay in Marbella, staying with a Spanish host family can be the very best option. Living with a well-selected Spanish host family will enable the students to see and learn everything about the Spanish lifestyle as well as our rich culture and traditions.

They will eat Spanish food (at the same times that Spaniards eat), make friends, enjoy Spanish people and have an excellent opportunity to practise their newly acquired Spanish in real-life situations. Our host families are located near the school (maximum 15 minute walking distance or by bus). Students may choose between single or double rooms as well as half board and full board. Students will be provided with towels, bedding (sheets, blankets, etc), chosen food plan and laundry service once per week.

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

$200
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Marbella
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and tV room
Distance to school: 5 - 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
$200
HOST FAMILIES:

For serious students who are prepared to be flexible and wish to live a truly Spanish life during their stay in Marbella, staying with a Spanish host family can be the very best option. Living with a well-selected Spanish host family will enable the students to see and learn everything about the Spanish lifestyle as well as our rich culture and traditions.

They will eat Spanish food (at the same times that Spaniards eat), make friends, enjoy Spanish people and have an excellent opportunity to practise their newly acquired Spanish in real-life situations. Our host families are located near the school (maximum 15 minute walking distance or by bus). Students may choose between single or double rooms as well as half board and full board. Students will be provided with towels, bedding (sheets, blankets, etc), chosen food plan and laundry service once per week.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

$223
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Marbella
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and tV room
Distance to school: 5 - 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
$223
HOST FAMILIES:

For serious students who are prepared to be flexible and wish to live a truly Spanish life during their stay in Marbella, staying with a Spanish host family can be the very best option. Living with a well-selected Spanish host family will enable the students to see and learn everything about the Spanish lifestyle as well as our rich culture and traditions.

They will eat Spanish food (at the same times that Spaniards eat), make friends, enjoy Spanish people and have an excellent opportunity to practise their newly acquired Spanish in real-life situations. Our host families are located near the school (maximum 15 minute walking distance or by bus). Students may choose between single or double rooms as well as half board and full board. Students will be provided with towels, bedding (sheets, blankets, etc), chosen food plan and laundry service once per week.
apartment

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals

$115
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: valentuñana 2, Marbella, Malaga 29601, Spain
Location: In the city center of Marbella
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 3 - 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
$115
SHARED APARTMENTS:

These apartments are only available for students over 18 years old. They are located in the centre of the city (maximum 10 minute walking distance or by bus from the school). All of them have been strictly chosen and controlled. There are apartments and studios of different sizes and characteristics according to the preferences of each student. They are comfortable and basically furnished.

No meals are included. However, the students have free access to a fully equipped kitchen in order to prepare meals for themselves. In addition, students will be provided with towels, bedding (sheets, blankets, etc.). Costs of gas, water, electricity and all taxes are included as well as a weekly cleaning service (only in rooms and common areas).

A deposit is required upon the student arrival, which is refunded at the end of the stay always providing there is no damage and tidiness and cleanness are kept.

Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

$178
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: valentuñana 2, Marbella, Malaga 29601, Spain
Location: In the city center of Marbella
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 3 - 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
$178
SHARED APARTMENTS:

These apartments are only available for students over 18 years old. They are located in the centre of the city (maximum 10 minute walking distance or by bus from the school). All of them have been strictly chosen and controlled. There are apartments and studios of different sizes and characteristics according to the preferences of each student. They are comfortable and basically furnished.

No meals are included. However, the students have free access to a fully equipped kitchen in order to prepare meals for themselves. In addition, students will be provided with towels, bedding (sheets, blankets, etc.). Costs of gas, water, electricity and all taxes are included as well as a weekly cleaning service (only in rooms and common areas).

A deposit is required upon the student arrival, which is refunded at the end of the stay always providing there is no damage and tidiness and cleanness are kept.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Marbella based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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