Spanish schools in Madrid

25 Best Spanish Language Schools in Madrid in 2025 (from $44)

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33 reviews

Opened in 2001, Academia Contacto is a language school specialized in teaching Spanish to foreign students in the capital of Spain, Madrid, and is accredited by Instituto Cervantes. We have 13 comfortable and modern classrooms with air conditioning and heating, wireless Internet access, library and a chill out area. You can choose from our wide range of courses for each level, from absolute beginner to proficiency. Classes start every week, in small groups, and are truly dynamic and interactive so that you can learn and improve your knowledge of Spanish in a fun but professional way, in a pleasant and friendly atmosphere. Our teachers are native speakers with a university degree, specialized in teaching Spanish as a foreign language and fully experienced. Their motivation and passion are getting you to learn Spanish thanks to their competence. They are ready to answer any doubt or question you may have and to lead you into the world of Spanish culture. Therefore we offer you a program of activities and excursions which take place in the afternoons or at the weekend. By taking part you can discover the cities and enjoy the society and culture of the country just like a real Spaniard. Since we started our activity as a school we have been offering a dedicated and professional service at an extremely competitive price. We are totally at your service for whatever requirements you may have and we aim at converting your stay here into the most valuable experience.

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$105

3 reviews

Expanish is a boutique Spanish school with locations in Madrid and Barcelona in Spain and in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Our schools offer immersion Spanish programs for adults all year round with a variety of housing options. The school in Madrid is housed in a newly renovated space (as of January 2022). It has 11 classrooms over 2 floors with an independent street entrance. We have a large common area with a kitchen. Students have space to relax, study and hang out outside of class time.

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$278

11 reviews

Paraninfo Academy is a Spanish language school for foreigners centrally located in Princesa Street, in the popular and emblematic university neighborhood of Argüelles, in the heart of Madrid. Its location facilitates communication and its closeness to the most important areas of the city makes for the perfect setting. Since 1973 students from all over the world have come to our academy in Spain to study Spanish. Paraninfo enjoys well-deserved prestige and through many successful years has gained a lot of experience. Its Spanish courses are of extremely high quality. Our complete and diversified courses are carefully designed making our school in Madrid an important reference in the teaching and spreading of Spanish. Our team of teachers has been specially selected based on their training, experience, and vocation for teaching the Spanish language. Paraninfo’s philosophy is set in the 21st century. Equipped with the most modern facilities, equipment, materials, and educational techniques, Paraninfo Academy is on the cutting edge of the educational field.

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$187

How does Alba Languages help you improve your Spanish?  Ensuring that you are the main actor in your learning by means of dynamic, interesting and relevant activities.  Knowing your needs, strengths, and weaknesses in the language.  Designing an exclusive course for you that is suitable for your pace and learning style.  Setting specific goals in each session.  Following up your progression and providing different strategies to overcome your own language issues.  Strengthening your oral and written expression throughout the course.  In class, you will familiarize yourself with a range of Spanish accents and variations.  With the support of a friendly team of professionals who are willing to help you and who will make a wonderful experience of your stay in Madrid. Methodology The main objective of Alba Languages’ Spanish courses is that the students acquire the necessary knowledge that will allow them to effectively interact in Spanish. We also believe that the student has the main role in the learning process; therefore, starting with a communicative approach, our goal is that the student learns the language in real communication situations, incorporating grammatical, vocabulary and Latin American cultural elements.

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$345

36 reviews

You will not only learn from our teacher’s excellent academic credentials, but more importantly, you will enjoy their genuine passion for sharing their language and will be captivated and motivated by their human and emotional engagement. Our young international support team is always on hand with a warm and friendly smile to ensure that your stay in Madrid is truly memorable. Chose AIL, ¡te esperamos! And if you can't come to Madrid, join our online Spanish classes and continue to learn Spanish with students from all over the world and benefit from all that Spain’s best Spanish language school has to offer, from the safety and comfort of your own home. Face-to-face classes in Madrid Total immersion experience Entertaining classes Reduced school and classroom capacity Online Classes Same quality teaching, from home Flexible schedules Instituto Cervantes accredited No enrolment fee If you have any other questions, please email [email protected]

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$50

10 reviews

TANDEM, Escuela Internacional en Madrid is one of the most prestigious training centres in Spain, staffed by 80 people. Our Training Centre is located in a 19th century mansion in the heart of Madrid with exceptional architectural features, within the so-called TRIÁNGULO DEL ARTE (Art Triangle) . TANDEM MADRID has 17 air-conditioned classrooms, a patio-garden, a multimedia room, a library and an area for eating, a unique atmosphere to study Spanish. Classes have a limited number of pupils (Max. 19) in bright, large, air-conditioned and pleasant classrooms, where students can work in a pleasant relaxed atmosphere. We say “training centre”, because we are much more than just a language school: • TANDEM, Escuela Internacional is a prestigious centre that has been working in the field of language teaching since 1982 with great success. • Our aim is to promote language learning with a humanistic approach, focused on the person as a whole and aiming for understanding between people from different countries and cultures. • We are of the opinion that languages can change the world because they open people to new realities; widen their understanding and comprehension, facilitating the improvement of personal, academic and professional skills. • Our school has been associated to the Instituto Cervantes since 2002. • We collaborate with the Instituto Cervantes and have created and developed the didactic concepts for the first level of the first Internet Spanish course: the AVE course. • We are the only centre in Madrid recognised by the Goethe-Institut. • We carry out training for the Ministry of Education and Science as well as several national and international universities. • We are certified by numerous North American universities, the Swedish Ministry of Education and several German Länder to offer the Bildungsurlaub. • We currently coordinate the LINGUA Programme for Teacher Self-training and have been coordinating for the last 4 years, in a joint project with the Goethe Institut and the Instituto Cervantes. Many people who have worked with us keep in touch through institutions and companies, and continue to enjoy the TANDEM spirit in teaching and work. This spirit is also reflected in our motto: TANDEM, THE PLEASURE OF LEARNING

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$110

1 review

Learn Spanish & live in your private teacher's home around Madrid with Home Language International! Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including Spanish lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in Spain. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI. You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one Spanish lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Madrid. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in Spanish. All of our teachers in Spain have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Madrid, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful. Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.

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$1,317

5 reviews

Enforex Madrid is our second largest language school in Spain. Consisting of a modern, two-story building in the northern end of the city center, the premises are within a stone's throw of the Argüelles, San Bernardo and Ventura Rodríguez tube stations, easily linking it with lines 2, 3, 4 and 6. What's more, the school is just a short walk away (10 minutes, at the most) from one of the trendiest areas in the entertainment district, with a virtually endless offer of places and styles of food and drinks. Facilities Downtown in "Argüelles / Moncloa", the university district 5 minute walk from the University and Plaza de España 10 minute walk from Malasaña, one of the most popular neighborhoods for going out and eating out Metro stops: San Bernardo and Argüelles 9 bus lines right near the school Recently renovated 2-storey building with ample natural light 40 classrooms with audio-visual equipment Large common room with vending machines Computer lab and free Internet access Wi-Fi (wireless access throughout the school) Well-equipped library and video library Teacher's room Spacious central patio Air conditioning and central heating

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$138

3 reviews

The capital of Spain, located in the heart of the peninsula, has a population of over three million. A cosmopolitan city, a business center, headquarters for the Public Administration, Government, Spanish Parliament and the home of the Spanish Royal Family, Madrid is characterized by intense cultural and artistic activity and a very lively nightlife. Captivating, enticing, and increasingly a hotbed of cultures and nationalities. While Madrid is a center of international tourism, it retains its unique Spanish charm. A city that is bursting with energy, the longer you spend in Madrid, the more it will enchant you. Stunning architecture and impressive monuments abound, but it is the people and personality of the capital that are most impressive. With a multitude of typical bars and cafes on every street corner, time spent in Madrid is a time of discovery, that will leave you wanting to explore its hidden depths.

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$138

Create Your Summer in Madrid! Madrid is an excellent summer destination; our camp is proof of that. Our facilities at the prestigious Universidad Francisco de Vitoria are also excellent. They include tennis, paddle tennis and basketball courts, soccer fields... and even a beach volleyball court! It is a camp where every minute is dynamic, active and fun. Facilities • American-style campus, surrounded by gardens • Sports fields, swimming pool in the vicinity, tennis and paddle tennis courts, soccer fields, gym • Common areas, TV room, computer room • Bright and spacious rooms with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay • Close by riding facilities

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$771

1 review

Plan your summer in Madrid! Madrid is an excellent summer destination. Our camp is proof of that. Our facilities at the prestigious Universidad Francisco de Vitoria are equally outstanding. These include tennis, paddle tennis, and basketball courts, soccer fields... and even a beach volleyball court! It's a camp where every minute is dynamic, active, and fun. Facilities • American-style campus surrounded by gardens • Sports fields, nearby swimming pool, tennis and paddle tennis courts, soccer fields, gym • Common areas, TV room, computer room • Bright and spacious rooms with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay • Close to equestrian facilities

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$771

2 reviews

Cronopios Idiomas is a co-operative enterprise. Teachers are a great team and we manage the school together. Our students receive personal friendly attention, creating a great atmosphere at the school. CronopiosIdiomas has been accredited by Instituto Cervantes, which means it meets the conditions set by the Instituto Cervantes Accreditation System for Centres, the only international accreditation exclusively focused on the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language.

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$266

5 reviews

Your Language Club Getafe is located in the heart of Getafe, in Madrid, an area full of facilities, leisure venues, and people from all over the world. Connected to Madrid downtown by a 15 minutes' ride, and a few steps away from the meritorious Carlos III University, you will find an extremely well qualified team to get the best out of you while you will be having fun and meeting new people. Students can choose from one hour to eight hours per day classes to learn any languages they could be interested in with us, and our timetables are the greatest to enjoy as many lessons as they want to. Your Language Club Getafe will help you towards the achievement of your goals as no team have done before: Become a member of the club, come and visit!

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$150

2 reviews

Learn Spanish by living it in Madrid ! Immersion is not only the most natural way to learn a language — it is also the most effective. At Influent, every course is entirely tailored to you and your goals. Lessons are fully personalised, with your teacher focusing exclusively on your needs and objectives. You choose your dates (Sunday to Saturday), and every lesson is adapted to your level and expectations. As the only student, you benefit from true one-to-one tuition and a learning experience designed just for you.

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$1,041

At Vamos, we believe that Spanish is much more than a set of grammatical rules. It is a powerful vehicle for communication between people, a differentiating element that allows us to understand each other, live and work together in a deeper way. That is why, in each of our courses, we seek to reflect that special spark that makes them unique and meaningful to our students. Here you won’t just find conjugation lessons, but an enriching and transformative experience. Studying Spanish in Vamos means immersing yourself in the language from its very cradle, from the capital of our country, the heart of our culture and our language. Madrid is the vibrant center where all the essences of Spain converge, and we invite you to explore and enjoy everything it has to offer. At Vamos, we understand that teaching of Spanish as a language is dynamic and constantly evolving. We are passionate about applying up-to-date and immersive methodologies, as well as using cutting-edge technology to offer you a stimulating and effective learning experience. Our main objective is to awaken in each student a genuine interest in the Spanish language and culture, increasing their motivation and providing them with the necessary tools to achieve their goals. We have an extensive and successful track record in teaching Spanish, and this experience is reflected in our courses, where each student is treated with the utmost care and attention. s courses, where each student is treated in a unique and special way. We are proud to work with foreign students, teachers, and school directors, as well as with renowned institutions and companies. We are here to provide you with an exceptional educational experience that goes beyond the classroom and authentically connects you to the Spanish language and culture.

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$44

17 reviews

EUREKA is a school whose main purpose is teaching Spanish as a foreign language. Our faculty is formed by qualified teachers certified in subjects such as Classical Spanish, Spanish Language, and Art and Literature. All our teachers have been carefully chosen by the school's academic board and trained to use our exclusive method in order to ensure the greatest success of our students. Our method is based on the direct contact between teacher and student, and the creation of a relaxed atmosphere so that learning comes naturally, and thus it is reinforced through practice and communication. This is possible thanks to the fact that there is a maximum of 8 students per class. The school is open all year-round, closing only on national holidays, (January 1st and 7th, March 18th, 28th and 29th, May 1st, 2nd and 15th, August 15th, November 1st, December 6th, and 25th). If a student attends for only two weeks, these holidays are compensated with extra class hours. Courses for students with some knowledge of Spanish may begin any Monday. We offer specific dates for beginners to start (always first and third Monday of every month). All students with prior knowledge of Spanish must take an oral and written test in order to be placed at the appropriate level. Another test is offered at the completion of each course to qualify the student for a certificate based on his/her level of achievement. Eureka´s facilities: -12 fully-equipped classrooms -Heating and air conditioning -Library and video library -Students support and public attention from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. -Wifi connection -Computers area -1 free activity included in the price (always if there are minimum of 7 students interested in it).

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$376

As you would expect from an International House school, IH Madrid provides the highest quality language courses and teacher training in a professional and dynamic environment. We have 3 centres throughout the city and the Spanish school is located right in the centre of Madrid, in a vibrant, up-market area near the Plaza de Colon, which is within walking distance of many iconic sights of Madrid. It is also a stone’s throw away from the Plaza Mayor and has excellent public transport connections giving easy access to all parts of the city.

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$389

1 review

Estudio Sampere Madrid is located in the Salamanca district. The school is fully renovated, and its classrooms and student lounges are colorful. Its eleven classrooms offer everything you need for an excellent Spanish learning experience, thanks to our up-to-date materials, digital blackboards, audio-visual equipment, and specialized ELE teachers. In addition, the teachers’ lounge is always open, so students can seek advice regarding their doubts. We have two students’ halls where you can chat and relax with your peers, equipped with a coffee machine to refuel during your breaks. We also offer a free library and video library, document printing and WI-FI in the entire school. You’ll also find a bulletin board with all the cultural offers that the school prepares every week to discover the culture and traditions of Madrid outside the classroom. Come visit us! THE NEIGHBOURHOOD Salamanca district is one of the most prestigious areas in Madrid. The school is surrounded by tree-lined avenues, with beautiful old facade buildings. It boasts important commercial areas, such as Serrano and José Ortega y Gasset streets. This area has lots of restaurants, bars, and cafes, where students can find all types of cuisine, especially local traditional food. As this is a lively area, transportation options are very broad: four underground lines, and seven different bus lines. THE CITY Madrid, the capital of Spain, is a cosmopolitan city that combines state-of-the-art infrastructures with an immense cultural and artistic heritage. It offers worldwide renowned highlights, such as the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia Museum, and El Retiro Park, which are among the most visited in the world. Madrid has a very broad and diverse gastronomy, thanks to the influence of different cultures which settled in the city for many years, especially in Lavapies, the multicultural neighborhood of Madrid. One of the most traditional spots in the city is the Plaza Mayor, where you can buy violet candies, try chocolate with churros, and enjoy numerous performances and traditional dances. If you are interested in doing some shopping and strolling along major avenues, Gran Via is without a doubt one of the most important streets in the heart of Madrid, as it offers non-stop options and a great commercial offer.

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$356

ÉLITE Lenguas METHOD We use the Communicative Method to speak Spanish from the first day. A method focused on your specific language needs. Special attention in the integration of the 4 language skills: reading and listening comprehension, expression and written and oral interaction. CONTENT Elite Languages works with the 4 skills integrated in each class, each lesson, each level, each monthly evaluation. In each course, we prepare you for the DELE exam of your level. EVALUATION The best motivation for a student is to know if he/she makes progress in learning. That is why evaluation is so important: knowing if becomes aware of the acquired knowledge, new expressions in Spanish and using them appropriately in real life. Naturally the evaluation is continuous and in each class you will obtain results of your understanding, thanks to the practice exercises To see your own progress in Spanish, ÉLITE Lenguas is committed to doing monthly tests on the 4 skills, in the intensive courses and whenever you request it. MATERIALS ELITE Languages develops its own material and uses the best in the network of ELE professors. ÉLITE Lenguas collaborates with students in the development of audiovisual products to practice and work on the different lessons of the course. The school is committed to teaching all kinds of written, visual, auditory, academic, formal and informal materials, film, TV, video, and more.

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$125

4 reviews

Proyecto Español is a language school, that specializes in Spanish for foreigners, with academies across Spain. Their goal is to teach the Spanish language and culture and to provide great experiences at reasonable prices. Proyecto Español Madrid is an excellent school located in the heart of one of the most modern and culturally diverse cities in Spain. Students are encouraged to partake in activities that get them out into the city and conversing in the local dialect to help them better master the nuances of the Spanish language.

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$118

Jaleo Madrid is a Spanish school founded by Spanish teachers. Our school is located in the Salamanca neighborhood of Madrid, in the heart of the city. Near to our school you can find a lot of places to eat or have a drink with your classmates. We are also close to Retiro Park and a lot of museums.

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$194

1 review

The School Here at Linguaschoolss Madrid we are completely dedicated to teaching Spanish as a foreign language and our main aim is to provide our students with unique experiences that will remember all their life. The school was founded back in 2016 with the desire of offering a familiar environment for those people who approach to Spanish culture for the first time. We know that staying in a foreign country is absolutely enriching but can also be difficult, this is why we want to be more than a school: in Linguaschoolss Madrid you can find real support through your whole stay as if you were at home. Learning Spanish Learning Spanish will allow you to potentially communicate with 500 million people all over the world. Communication is for Linguaschoolss Madrid the key and the final aim of the learning process. Success is guaranteed thanks to our action-oriented teaching-learning approach, which is also known as "Learning by doing" in an immersion environment in which the student is constantly in touch with the elements of language and Spanish culture. The communicative approach, allows us to provide our students with communication skills to master the Spanish language in any real-life situation, on a personal or professional level. Our Teachers We work with Spanish native teachers who decided to embark on this career because they had a real vocation. Our teaching team is professional but at the same time easy going, because we believe in the naturalness of the learning process. Our teachers have plenty of energy and a great experience teaching Spanish as a foreign language. They always use a huge variety of educational tools; their classes are passionate, fresh and innovative. Also, in Linguaschoolss Madrid we only work with small groups, to create a higher interaction among students and a tailored teaching method. Facilities - Fully equipped classrooms with modern technologies - Free wifi connection - Library service - Chill out area - Vending machine - Tourist information

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$270

At Break Into English all English Classes by Skype are taught by native English speakers with ample teaching experience: http://englishclassviaskype.com All have also undergone the thorough Break Into English training program. Our lessons are based on an extremely dynamic method that focuses mainly on oral comprehension and expression in class while reading and writing tasks are given for homework. We keep students challenged through many different activities and a well-structured course. Taking English classes via Skype is much more practical and less expensive than traditional classes n an academy. You can have your lessons wherever and whenever you want and you will even be helping to protect the environment by avoiding unnecessary transport for you and your teacher.

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$92

Since 1995, Albitana Farm School (created in 1993) is organizing, during the month of July, linguistic summer camps in Spanish and bilingual Spanish – English (with leaders bilingual Spanish – English and professionals from England or USA). During those years we received thousands of kids in a pleasant and safe environment. They improved their knowledge of the rural world, discovered many new aspects of life, improved their knowledge of English and/or Spanish, made new friends and most of all enjoyed unforgettable vacations. In an environment totally oriented toward nature the participants enforced their self-reliance, their self-esteem and their social awareness winning experience for the rest of their life.

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$520

For leisure enthusiasts, in 2024 we have created our new Cultural Camp in Madrid that allows our students to explore the city and learn Spanish with 4 hours of classes in the mornings combined with cultural and touristic activities. The best way for our adventurers to develop and discover their social skills during the summer. At ISC Spain, you have the opportunity to explore the city's most famous places and monuments with a tour that starts upon arrival at Madrid airport, one of the busiest airports in the country. You will have the chance to visit locations such as “Madrid Center”, “Santiago Bernabeu Stadium”, “Plaza Mayor”... Always accompanied by our excellent team of monitors who will make your visit an unforgettable experience!

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$2,815

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