Learn Spanish in Spain

To learn Spanish in Spain is no doubt one of the best ways of picking up Spanish language in a short period of time. Not only does this method gives you a total immersion in the Spanish language, it also gives you the opportunity to live the language through real encounters with Spanish people and also to discover the country that gives the context for this widely spoken language. This will help you make better sense of the language.  

Immersion is also a great source of inspiration and motivation. You live and breathe Spanish, and you get into situations (shopping, public transport, restaurants, bars) where you have no choice but to use all the Spanish words you know to communicate. In a school setting, you are surrounded by people with the same interests and the same passion for Spanish language and culture.   

1.- Decide where to stay in Spain. Don’t forget that there are several national languages in Spain besides Spanish. This might make it harder for you to communicate in some cities, apart from being a source of confusion. Although Spanish people are generally bilingual in their regional language and castillian Spanish,  most people prefer to speak in their mother tongue. 

2.- Pick a city that is of interest to you When choosing a city in Spain to study, it’s important for you to know if that place is of interest to you. Each city in Spain is unique due to its past history.

While big cities such as Madrid and Barcelona usually get a lot of advertisement, smaller cities such as Valencia, have a lot to offer as well. Indeed, the smaller cities have a unique charm of their own in terms of history and culture. Furthermore, Valencia is a city with great conections with Madrid, Barcelona and Sevilla with the High Speed Train.

So, while Madrid and Barcelona do have a lot of sightseeing attractions, you can find people sitting in terraces till midnight only in Valencia, thanks to its excellent climate and the nice character of its citizens.If you like to go out and enjoy nightlife, it’s good to be in a place that is very safe at night, such as Valencia and Sevilla.  

3.- Pick a City and School that suits your budget. You should remember that bigger cities tend to be more expensive, especially for accommodation and entertainment. If you are cost-conscious and wish to have maximum fun at the cheapest price, do not hesitate to contact us, we can recommend you several Schools that we know well from years ago. 

Be aware that some schools seem to charge low fees but have a long list of hidden costs such as high registration fees, costly learning materials, placement fees, expensive airport pickup fees, etc.  

4.- Join a Course with a good mix of Education, Fun & Travel If you decide to come all the way to Spain for a Spanish Summer Course, it’s certainly not just to learn Spanish grammar: you could do that in your own country! If you come to learn Spanish in Spain, you are surely looking for the opportunity to meet Spanish people, speak Spanish and discover Spain and Spanish culture along the way.

5.- Make sure you have the individual attention of a teacher While classroom learning can be very fun and enjoyable, one drawback is that some students (especially those who may be shy or not too vocal) may not have enough chance to practice speaking and improve their pronunciation. Choose a program that gives more chance to students to work individually or in a small group with a teacher. You can benefit more from your Spanish course this way.

6.- Stay with a Spanish host family Homestay with a Spanish host family is an excellent way of getting immersed into Spanish language and culture. Moreover, it is the most cost-saving form of accommodation to enjoy your stay in Spain.

Venamicasa has one of the  best rates for homestay with a Spanish host family in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Sevilla.