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 | Spanish Schools in Spain and Activities | in VALENCIA |
 
Costa de Valencia
in Valencia: Come, learn Spanish and… live it!
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 | Spanish Schools in Spain Private Lessons This is a completely personalised way to learn Spanish, as well as to reinforce our courses (intensive course, preparation for the DELE exam, etc.) or as an alternative way to learn Span Online Courses Spanish Courses via Skype Spanish courses via Skype comprise individual lessons with our teachers through Skype, that is to say distance private lessons. Therefore, students can learn Spanish in a comfortable way from anywhere in the world and with native Spanish teachers. The courses combine every content which can be covered in an on-site classroom; from grammar and vocabulary to culture or conversation with the advantage that, what with it being a private lesson, the student is able to dictate the speed and content of their learning with each session. Summer Camps Summer courses for young people Summer or Easter Spanish camps for young people Young people from all over the world, between 16 and 18 years old, have now the opportunity to take part in our linguistic camps in Valencia to learn Spanish in a fun and interesting way. These camps take place during the 2 weeks of Easter and 9 weeks of summer in our school in Valencia. Both accommodation and free-time activities – designed to improve knowledge of Spanish culture and put the language into practice – are included in the price. ACADEMIC LOAD AND SCHEDULE OF THE COURSES There will be 20 weekly classes (45 minutes each), from Monday to Friday, plus sociocultural modules. ACADEMIC LOAD AND SCHEDULE OF THE COURSES The Intensive Course has 20 lessons per week (of 45 minutes each), from Monday to Friday, plus 5 hours of sociocultural modules that will be carried out during the week. In general, these courses take place in the morning (from 10.00 to 13.00) or in the afternoon (from 16.00 to 19.30). However, this schedule may suffer slight modifications, depending on the season and the quantity of students. During the time the students at the Campus program do not have lessons, they will participate in the different activities especially designed for them, such us workshops, visits to museums, sport activities, trips to singular places in the city, etc. School Trips Schools, institutes, student groups Spanish Courses for Groups These courses offer linguistic exchanges by meeting the preferences and needs of each group and they even offer a tailor-made activity program. Valencia is an ideal destination for end-of-year school trips because of its Mediterranean climate and numerous monuments. It doesn’t matter if what you want to do is spend a relaxing time by the beach playing sport, admire the architecture of the city or discover the history, art and culture of Valencia; all this, and much more, this amazing Spanish city offers to you. Attending a course at our language school gives you the possibility to substantially improve your knowledge of Spanish in an open and relaxed environment and in a natural way; because, in addition to practicing the language in class, together with classmates, you can also deepen your understanding and level of Spanish in free conversations with Valencia’s inhabitants. For all of these reasons, organizing a linguistic exchange in our city, either for groups of students or end-of-year trips, is something we are able to offer. We design end-of-year trips by assessing the individual needs and requirements of each group and its members. Of course, we also bear in mind the economic aspect. Another element to which we pay much attention is the organization of a specific program of extra-curricular activities for every group. Also, it is possible to choose the number of teaching hours and which type of course they would like to do. Level Coures A1 Elementary Basic level. Simple, everyday phrases. Isolated words or expressions. Before starting the Spanish course, students must take a level test, both written (multiple choice questions plus a little composition) and spoken, in order to assess their level and place them in the correct group. This test has no cost and it always takes place outside the course schedules. If the student is already in Valencia, it may be taken on the previous week; if not, the test will take place the same day of the beginning of the course (usually at 9.00) A2 Pre Intermediate Plain and simple language. Before starting the Spanish course, students must take a level test, both written (multiple choice questions plus a little composition) and spoken, in order to assess their level and place them in the correct group. This test has no cost and it always takes place outside the course schedules. If the student is already in Valencia, it may be taken on the previous week; if not, the test will take place the same day of the beginning of the course (usually at 9.00) B1 Intermediate Understanding of everyday language . Clear expression of ideas. Sufficient knowledge to workplace activities. Before starting the Spanish course, students must take a level test, both written (multiple choice questions plus a little composition) and spoken, in order to assess their level and place them in the correct group. This test has no cost and it always takes place outside the course schedules. If the student is already in Valencia, it may be taken on the previous week; if not, the test will take place the same day of the beginning of the course (usually at 9.00) B2 Upper Intermediate Structure of language (oral and written) . Expression safely in almost any situation and understanding of the native language partners. Before starting the Spanish course, students must take a level test, both written (multiple choice questions plus a little composition) and spoken, in order to assess their level and place them in the correct group. This test has no cost and it always takes place outside the course schedules. If the student is already in Valencia, it may be taken on the previous week; if not, the test will take place the same day of the beginning of the course (usually at 9.00) C1 Advance Almost total understanding including typical expressions of language. Similar to the mother tongue even in situations of complexity level. Before starting the Spanish course, students must take a level test, both written (multiple choice questions plus a little composition) and spoken, in order to assess their level and place them in the correct group. This test has no cost and it always takes place outside the course schedules. If the student is already in Valencia, it may be taken on the previous week; if not, the test will take place the same day of the beginning of the course (usually at 9.00) C2 Proficiency Commonly spoken foreign language and accurately . Using idioms. Before starting the Spanish course, students must take a level test, both written (multiple choice questions plus a little composition) and spoken, in order to assess their level and place them in the correct group. This test has no cost and it always takes place outside the course schedules. If the student is already in Valencia, it may be taken on the previous week; if not, the test will take place the same day of the beginning of the course (usually at 9.00) Courses Intensive Course 20 20 Hours per week Intensive Courses These courses are designed for those who want to improve their level of Spanish in a short amount of time. The courses comprise all of the fundamental components of the Spanish language: grammar, vocabulary, culture, etc. Students work on different skills using a practical approach which is based on real-life communication situations. Thanks to the reduced number of students in each group, students can participate actively in all classroom exercises. This ensures high levels of motivation and improved learning efficacy. Complementary Courses Complementary courses are aimed to those students who take intensive courses and wish to widen their daily studies according to their interests and specific needs. They begin every Monday(except if it is a public holiday) and we offer several levels in each of them. These courses consist of 10 classes (45 minutes long) per week through Monday to Friday. The schedule is usually between 13.45 and 16.00. The groups are composed of a minimum of 1 student and a maximum of 8, with an average of 2 or 3 students per class. Extensive Course 3 3 hours per week Extensive Spanish Courses The extensive courses are aimed to students that intend to stay in Valencia for a long period of time and desire to take profit of their stay to learn or improve their Spanish. Preparation DELE DELE: Diploma Español como Lengua Extranjera. The Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE) is an official qualification. Granted by the Cervantes Institute on behalf of Spain’s Ministry for Education, Culture and Sports, it recognizes levels of competence and command of the Spanish language. Costa de Valencia, escuela de español is accredited, by the Cervantes Institute, for teaching of Spanish as a foreign language and as a DELE examination center. Therefore, you can register, prepare and take the DELE exam with us. We offer preparation courses which are specially designed to prepare the students to pass the exam successfully. These courses are taught by teachers with wide experience, who at the same time are DELE examiners. They will help students to face each of the tasks of the exam with guarantees. Accreditation Instituto Cervantes Instituto Cervantes Accreditation is an integrated conditions and requirements related to academic activity and teaching staff , facilities and equipment , administrative organization and information and publicity referred to a center dedicated to the teaching of ELE (Spanish as a Foreign Language) indicators system. The Centers Accreditation System Cervantes Institute aims to: Promote commitment to quality and improvement of schools that offer teaching Spanish in Spain and outside of Spain . Encourage the development of a system of homogeneous teaching Spanish in their standards and with full guarantee of services and complementary activities offered . Easier for people interested in learning Spanish choosing a center that has been accredited by a state agency prestige. Costa de Valencia, escuela de español, is recognized by the Cervantes Institute as an accredited centre for teaching Spanish as a foreign language. Furthermore, our school is an integral part of the Network of the Cervantes Institute. This recognition implies that the school goes through rigorous quality control for its academic program, facilities, administrative capabilities, accommodation, etc. |
 | Activities We are one of the most active Spanish academies when it comes to free-time activities. These will allow students to learn and live Spanish outside of classroom hours. We offer up to four daily activities, free of charge. The only costs for these activities will be for transport and entrance tickets where necessary. According with our slogan: “Ven, aprende español y… ¡vívelo!” (come, learn Spanish and… live it!) with these activities we want our students to know and participate in the city’s daily life. This way they can make the most of their stay and feel like a true Valencian. |
 | Accommodations Accommodation in school appartments This is the most economical way for students to stay in Valencia. The school’s apartments are common flats, where our students can have their own room (double, single or double for single occupancy) and the rest of the flat comprises shared living areas (dining room, kitchen, bathroom). Living together, whilst attending classes together, creates a special link of friendship and companionship between our students. Accommodation in shared Spanish student apartements During the university semester we can take the necessary steps to provide accommodation with Spanish university students. This has the advantage that the only means of communication is through Spanish language; thus, linguistic immersion is guaranteed. Accommodation with Spanish families Spanish families are carefully selected by Costa de Valencia, escuela de español. All families are experienced in welcoming and accommodating foreign students. Usually, there is only one student per family so that the only means of communication is Spanish language. In addition, this type of accommodation allows students to get to know Spanish families’ way of life and to integrate with their customs, social norms and timing. Accommodation in university residences If our students wish, we can reserve university residences which are in the vicinity of the language school. This type of accommodation is ideal for those who are looking for greater independence or privacy and, at the same time, want to enjoy daily contact with Spanish university students. |
