Studying at the courtyard
Spanish
School Arequipa believes that individulized lesson plans
custom tailored to your level and needs, is the most efficent way of
using your short time studying with us. Below is the general
outline of our
programs. At your arrival, you and a counselor will decide the specific
and personal plan to follow.
We agree with all those methods based on the natural learning process. Interactive, motivational and communicational. Our teachers, or facilitators as we call them, do their best efforts to motivate you to speak in Spanish since the beginning. Our facilitators have a 'knack' for being able to figure out their students and apply e ffective teaching methods for that particular student.
Vocabulary, contextual materials, visual aids, and formal rules on how to achieve communication fluency, make up the majority of the content in classes. Among others, other contextual materials include common life activities, cultural and tourist knowledge.
Some students require printed materials. If you are one of them, choose any spanish learning text and bring it with you. Teachers will use the text as a guide and as a source of excercises. Spanish School Arequipa has also developed several printed materials to support your learning process.
Travellers Program.
If you are travelling thru Latin America, your main interest is to understand our people and communicate with them. This flexible program is focused on that necesity. Beginners, basic, and intermediate level available. Travelling contextual vocabulary, social practices, recommendations on local costumes, and a strong emphasis placed on pronunciation. One week is minimum, however, two weeks is the best. Ask for complimentary excursions at discounted price. Travellers program can be booked with 10 hours the week or 20 hours the week
Standard Spanish Program.
For those with some Spanish and formal class experience. In difference to the travellers program, here you review grammatical stuctures, get a more formal approach to Spanish. Strong working on pronunication, social and common conversation and writing skills. A great course that will compliment your previous Spanish learning or prepares for a more formal learning.
Intermediate usually focuses in conversational themes selected by student, without forgeting a review of week grammar aspects. After a placement exam, the teachers will prepare material and contents. A strong placement is put on correct pronunciation, tense usage and comprehension. Recommended period- one to four weeks.
Advanced level is for people with a strong knowledge of Spanish; can understand most readings, write simple reports about familiar themes and use Spanish in professional situations. You will improve your skills plus learn about the details of the language. Strong emphasis placed on discussing social and professional themes. Professionals can ask to focus on special vocabulary and uses for their activities.
This course is only available with 20 hours the week. If academic credits are required, please ask.
Volunteers Program
This program is specially devoted for those who are comming to volunteer in Latin America. Strength in contextula language related to your work (education, children care, medicine, etc.). A great course to get you immerse in the local reality, its social practices and behavours. Of course, Spanish is the main content of the course. This course is also offered to NGOs and organizations devoted to volunteer programs.
Volunteer Program can be booked with 20 hours the week or in the intensive method with 30 hours the week.
Group courses
Group courses are only available if two or more students with the same level of Spanish requires them. Be aware, all members of the group should have a similar level of Spanish. If you are travelling with friends, family or planning to bring a group to study, ask for this kind of course and we can arrange something for you.
Per hour teaching
If you just want to have some hours in Spanish while you are in the city, you can book at reception with at least 24 hours in advance. Minimum hours : 2 hours per day. This is an excellent option for those who took classes before and want to keep updated on the spanish trail.
Prices for our Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 20 hoursStandard
or Volunteer Basic |
$130 | $260 | $380 | $500 | $990 | $1500 |
| 20 hoursStandard Interm. or Advanced |
$140 | $280 | $410 | $535 | $1060 | $1610 |
| Traveller (10 hrs) | $75 | $130 | $205 | $280 | $940 | $1420 |
| Fee & Materials | $ 10 | $10 | ||||