Learn Spanish in Chile - Spanish Language School Santiago

Learn Spanish in Chile - Spanish Language School Santiago

Santiago, Chile


Minimum Age: 17 years; Average Age: 24 – 27 years


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Santiago

Learn Spanish in Santiago, Chile with StudyGlobal. Intensive Spanish programs at Spanish language school.

Considered in many ways Latin America's most progressive country, Chile offers the student modern amenities while still holding onto an important colonial and indigenous past. The economic growth of the past decades has led to first world health and safety conditions and foreigners have little trouble adjusting while learning Spanish in Chile. Combine your language course in Chile with adventures such as river rafting, skiing or exploring the peaks of the Andes

The capital of Chile, Santiago is conveniently located one hour west of the Andes Mountains and one hour east of the Pacific Ocean. The past decade's economic growth and investment have created a clean, modern city, while colonial charm and historic museums and monuments have remained preserved.

River in Chile, Learn Spanish in Santiago

Santiago's modern subway system is both economic and efficient and, together with an extensive bus network and taxi supply, can quickly transport students to all parts of the city. At the foot of the Andes and only 100 km from the ocean, Santiago provides all of the big-city attractions of nightlife, culture, and fine restaurants while also serving as a convenient point for starting day or weekend trips to Chile's world-famous nature.

Also being at the geographical center of Chile, Santiago supplies direct flights and/or long-distance buses to all corners of the country. All of Chile's tourist locations are easily accessible from Santiago, by economical domestic flights, by rail, and by bus. An extremely friendly population, low cost of living, and great travel opportunities give students a unique experience in Chile.

Skyline in Santiago, Learn Spanish in Chile
Culture and Nightlife
Santiago's cosmopolitan area is home to 6 million people and supports many cultural and nocturnal opportunities - from theater to all night salsa clubs. A wide variety of activities to supplement the Spanish language school.

Language School

The school is centrally located five blocks from Plaza Italia in a quiet side street of the residential neighborhood Providencia. Restaurants, bar and cafes are nearby and the school is easy accessible by major bus routes and the Metro (Station: Manuel Montt).

Our partner school has 16 classrooms, several bathrooms, common areas, an outdoor partio, a table tennis table, BBQ, a small library, computers with internet connection and WIFI, free purified water, café and tea and break snacks. The maximum capacity is 140 students.

Our partner school is recognized for academic credit by the Universidad de Viña del Mar in Chile.

Language school in Santiago, Learn Spanish in Chile
Teachers
All of our teachers are native speakers with university degrees and have experience teaching Spanish to foreigners. Most have learned a second language themselves and therefore understand the student's perspective. They are devoted to helping students best reach their goals and to keeping the classes enjoyable and entertaining.

Spanish Courses

The structure of the classes is both flexible and tuned to fit the student and his/her personal language needs. Our programs include group classes, private classes, and specialized courses that combine both private and group instruction.

The school uses their own text books developed by a team of our teachers. These learning materials are used for about half of the class, while the other half of the class is devoted to special class needs and the use of supplementary information such as selected audio, video, and “current affairs” materials. Every class is held in the classroom but for a change of pace, your class may occasionally take place outside of the school, at a cafe or a park for example, especially for those taking private lessons.

Details:

  • 1 lesson = 50 min. of class teaching "face-to-face"
  • Placement test upon arrival, including written and oral evaluation.
  • Certification/diploma is given upon completion of course.
  • Start dates every Monday, all year round
  • Maximum 6 students per group class

There are two class schedules for group and one-to-one lessons. The assignment of a student´s shift takes place upon arrival after completion of the placement test:

  • Morning: 9am - 1pm
  • Afternoon: 2pm - 6pm
Spanish language students, Learn Spanish in Santiago de Chile

Learning Materials : are included in the price. You just have to bring a notebook and a pocket dictionary.

More info on levels (please click here)

Sample timetable (please click here)

Standard Spanish Course (20 lessons per week)
This course is structured to meet your level and is taught in a small group (max. 6 students). The class schedule is assigned upon evaluation of the placement test at the school. You are working with text books for about 10 lessons per week whilst the other 10 lessons per week are dedicated to special class needs and the use of supplementary information such as selected audio, video, and “current affairs” materials.

Details:

  • 20 lessons per week (1 lesson = 50 min)
  • Duration: 2-36 weeks
  • All levels available
  • Start dates every Monday, all year round
  • Maximum 6 students per group class
  • Time Schedule: class sessions are in the morning from 9am - 1pm or in the afternoon from 2pm – 6 pm.

 

Spanish language students, Learn Spanish in Santiago, Chile
Intensive PLUS Spanish Course (20 group + 4 private lessons per week)
This course combines the Standard Spanish Course with 4 additional private lessons per week. The class schedule is assigned upon evaluation of the placement test at the school.

Details:

  • Standard Course 20 lessons per week plus an additional 4 lessons One-to-One*
  • Duration: 1-36 weeks
  • All levels available
  • Start dates every Monday, all year round
  • Maximum 6 students per group class
  • Time Schedule: group sessions are in the morning from 9am - 1pm + private lessons in the afternoon or group lessons in the afternoon from 2pm – 6 pm and private lessons in the morning
  • The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*
Spanish language course in Chile, Learn Spanish in Santiago
*One-to-One elements can be focused on Business Spanish or Spanish for Medical/Law purposes (Special focus for 25% more than the regular one-to-one cost)
 
Super-Intensive Spanish Course (20 group + 8 private lessons per week)
This course combines the Standard Spanish Course with 8 additional private lessons per week. The class schedule is assigned upon evaluation of the placement test at the school. The course is ideal for short stays with rapid progress and recommended for Business purposes.

Details:

  • Standard Course 20 lessons per week plus an additional 8 lessons One-to-One*
  • Duration: 1-36 weeks
  • All levels available
  • Start dates every Monday, all year round
  • Maximum 6 students per group class
  • Time Schedule: group sessions are in the morning from 9am - 1pm + private lessons in the afternoon or group lessons in the afternoon from 2pm – 6 pm and private lessons in the morning
  • The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*
General Spanish classes in Santiago, Learn Spanish in Chile
*One-to-One elements can be focused on Business Spanish or Spanish for Medical/Law purposes (Special focus for 25% more than the regular one-to-one cost)
 
One-to-One Spanish Course (min. 5 private lessons per week)
This private course is designed for students who would like to focus on certain subjects following a course adapted to their individual needs. The personal attention of their teacher allows students to work at their own rhythm and to specialize in particular areas of interest, e.g. business Spanish, Spanish for medical/legal purposes.
Students have two options:
  • One-to-one lessons only
  • One-to-one lessons combined with group lessons.

Details:

  • Minimum Duration: 1 week
  • All levels available
  • Start dates every Monday, all year round
  • Time Schedule: morning or afternoon classes
  • The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*
Private Spanish Course, Learn Spanish in Santiago, Chile
*One-to-One elements can be focused on Business Spanish or Spanish for Medical/Law purposes (Special focus for 25% more than the regular one-to-one cost)

Exam Preparation Course

DELE Exam Preparation Course

The DELE (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera), issued by Spain's Ministry of Education and administered by the Instituto Cervantes, is an offical accreditation of Spanish language abilities. It is recognized by official institutions of Spanish-speaking countries as well as countries where Spanish is not the official language. The exam verifies abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding Spanish with three levels of certification:

  • Certificado Inicial: beginner
  • Diploma Basico: intermediate
  • Diploma Superior: superior

Apart from gaining Spanish language certification, the exam preparation course is an excellent way to arrive at a balanced level of proficiency.

Course Details
In order to prepare for the exam, we have courses devoted entirely to DELE exam preparation. The sessions are one-to-one and enable you to focus on your areas needing rapid improvement. The course is taken as a private course, either full-time (20 private lessons per week) or as the private component of "group + private" (20 hours group plus 4 or 8 private lessons per week). Fees are the same as for the Intensive PLUS/Super-Intensive/One-to-One course, depending on the course option you choose. The preparation courses cover all components with particular emphasis on your areas of more limited capabilities.

DELE Exam Schedule 2009:
  • May 16 (registration until Apr 24)
  • Aug 21 (registration until July 13) 
  • Nov 14 (registration until Oct 16)  

*Registration for the DELE exam is separate from registering for the language program

Exam Fees (not incl. in course price)

  • Inicial: EUR 76
  • Intermedio: EUR 89
  • Superior: EUR 99
Spanish course in Santiago, DELE exam preparation in Chile

Special Programs

Spanish PLUS Medical Experience Program

The program we have developed for medical professionals combines the regular Spanish immersion program with medical-specific Spanish and cultural training.

Morning group classes never have more than six students. After morning classes, students find themselves engaged in a variety of medical-oriented activities in the afternoon.

Clinical Shadowing: The main portion of the medical package is clinical shadowing in either a hospital or health clinic. Students can observe professionals interacting with patients in Spanish and observe the similarities and differences between these clinics and those in the US.

2 sessions per week of min. 1.30hs – max 4hs.

Spanish + Medical experience, Language school in Santiago, Chile

Many students also choose supplemental private Spanish lessons, in addition to the standard group course, to focus on particular needs or on "Medical Spanish" (such as role-playing).

Requirements:

  • Student must wear a white apron and respect all the internal rules at the institution
  • Short hair or well kept and tied back
  • No piercing Application

Price: 110 USD per week for 2 sessions of Clinical Shadowing

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Spanish + Ski Package (18 lessons per week)

Take advantage of our ideal location by studying Spanish and spending your free time skiing and snowboarding!

With Santiago sitting at the foot of the Andes, the capital city provides great access for local skiing and snowboarding opportunities. Nearby peaks rise to over 5,000 meters (19,000 feet), giving the city a remarkable backdrop. The Spanish & Ski package includes two weekly lift tickets plus transportation (door-to-mountain). One ticket during the week and another on the weekend.

Individual Supplemental Classes

Because you will miss a day's classes each week, the Spanish & Ski program includes two one-to-one hours per week to help cover missed topics. You may also schedule extra hours at a low hourly rate.

Spanish courses and ski in Santiago, Learn Spanish in Chile
The Chilean ski season runs from late June through September. Most students may start classes on any Monday, however absolute beginners need to follow the course schedule.

Package includes:

  • Spanish Standard course (one day missed replaced with 2 individual lessons)
  • Two mountain passes / week.
  • Free transportation.
  • Housing (optional).
  • TOTAL HOURS SPANISH: group + 2 private lessons per week

Supplement for Ski Package: 180 USD per week

Spanish course + ski, Language school in Santiago, Chile
More information (please click here)

Spanish + Wine-Tasting

Combine your Spanish Course with a wine-tasting course.

You will and learn about Chile's famous vineyards and the effects of Chile's varied geography. Wine-tasting topics from recognizing smells to selection for meals.

Spanish Course: Choose from any of our general Spanish programs (Standard, Intensive Plus, Super-Intensive, One-to-One).
Wine Course: The class meets twice per week, starting every Monday.

Sample Topics:

  • Typical Chilean wines
  • Wine and Chocolates
  • Aromas and Flavors
  • Wine and Cheeses

Course length: 1-4 weeks

Supplement for Wine Course: 60 USD per week

Spanish course and wine tasting, language school in Santiago, Chile
Spanish + Internship

Internships are ideal for students who want to gain practical experience via an unpaid internship or volunteer project. All internships are evaluated and supervised throughout the placement.

Duration is a minimum of 12 weeks (4 weeks Spanish Program + min. 8 weeks Internship)

You choose the duration of your internship completely according to your schedule and your wishes (2 months to 1 year). In order to have sufficient time to become familiar with the country and the people and to adjust to the language and to your internship position, we recommend you to allow at least two months for your internship.

Requirements:

  • 18+ year old
  • High Schools Certificate
  • Intermediate Spanish level
  • Basic computer skill

Work Fields Examples:

  • Business: Marketing, selling, accounting, costumer service, exportation
  • Health: customer services, nurses, emergency, (different specialities)
  • Tourism: costumer services, tour guide, travel agencies, hotel & restaurants.
Spanish course and internship, spanish school in Santiago, Chile
Starting Dates: any Monday
Price: 4 weeks Spanish Course + 450 USD internship placement fee + 50 USD one-time handling fee
More details (please click here)

Spanish + Volunteering

In co-operation with different social institutions and non-profit organizations we offer various voluntary work projects. Usually, you work directly with the relevant people and are responsible for the care of ill and homeless children, handicapped or old people, homeless or support of the Mapuche Indians.

Duration is a minimum of 8 weeks (4 weeks Spanish Program + min. 4 weeks Volunteering)

You choose the duration of your volunteer completely according to your schedule and your wishes (1 - 6 months). In order to have sufficient time to become familiar with the country and the people and to adjust to the language and to your volunteer position, we recommend you to allow at least two months for your volunteer.

Prior to arrival you will receive a list of possible volunteer areas. Student should select 3 options according to their interests. When the student arrives and begins studying we will arrange a visit to the selected organizations. It is up to the organization to approve a student, however we will help to the best of our abilities. We do not guarantee positions before arrival as students need to visit organizations beforehand.

  • Minimum level to start volunteer work Low Intermediate
  • Application Program enrolment + resume + cover letter
  • Application period 2 months prior volunteer work tentative start date
  • Itinerary Varies per organization, some projects might be undertaken part time after class while others require full time commitment after student has finished language preparation.

Starting Dates: any Monday
Price: 4 weeks Spanish Course + 280 USD for 4 weeks volunteering + 50 USD one-time handling fee / Extra week of volunteering: USD 70

Spanish course and volunteering in Santiago, Chile
More details (please click here)


University Credit

All students receive a certificate upon completion of the course. This certificate is signed and stamped by the school Director and includes the course dates, attendance percentage, level(s) approved and grades.

For University credit, we can also provide the student University certification upon request. This is submitted by Universidad de Viña del Mar in Chile.

For credit approval, the process goes as follows:

  1.  We contact the student’s Study Abroad Advisor to get the approval of the course. Most of the universities have different requirements to approve courses. We appreciate that the student help us to get the Advisor contact information. Then we provide the Advisor any documentation required for the course acceptance.
  2. We inform the student, once approval is confirmed.
  3. Student study abroad at our school(s).
  4. Upon completion of course. We submit transcripts to university for credit. Transfer credit fee: 200 USD

* Minimum course length for university certification= 3 weeks (one level)

 
Universities that have already approved our courses for credit (please click here)


Dates

Courses begin every Monday incl. complete beginners.
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School will be closed on public holidays, these lessons will not be made up or refunded.

There are other holidays where the school will offer a special class of 5 levels, focused on conversation and with no maximum number of students. Classes will be held from 9:30 to 1:30.


Activities/Excursions

Clearly visible and less than 100 km from Santiago, the nearby Andes mountains have peaks of over 6000m and provide world-class ski resorts plus trekking, rafting, biking, and climbing.

Chile has maintained numerous national parks, giving vacationers snow-peaked volcanoes, unrivaled scenery of the lakes district, salt-water fjords, and spectacular geysers. Less than two hours west of Santiago lie many beaches, including the famous resort of Viña Del Mar.

Every Monday students receive a leaflet with the week's itinerary including details of cost, dates and itinerary. Costs vary from US$2 for transportation to $130 for a full weekend excursion.

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The far south, in Chilean Patagonia, houses an area rich in marine life as whales, sea lions, and penguin colonies can be witnessed in this sparsely populated area.

Specific highlights include:

  • Chile's port city of Valparaiso and nearby Isla Negra, home to Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda's most famous house.
  • Weekend excursions in Chile include trips to the nearby mountains for white-water rafting .
  • Santiago vineyard tours.
  • School parties featuring regional cooking lessons and salsa practice
Learn Spanish in Santiago de Chile

Special Activities

  • Vineyard trips
  • Pablo Neruda´s houses
  • Kayak, rafting, trekking (all mountain sports)
  • Beach trips
  • Dance classes
Learn Spanish in Chile, language school in Santiago

Further Information

How to get to Santiago
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Our partner school is recognized for academic credit by the Universidad de Viña del Mar in Chile

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