Location

Barcelona is the vibrant capital of Catalonia, which is an autonomous region in northeastern Spain, it boasts its own unique landmarks, culture and traditions. With a rich history the city has been influenced by a mix of cultures, including the Visigoths, Moors, and Spanish kings, each leaving a distinct imprint on its architecture and way of life. Barcelona seamlessly blends ancient customs with contemporary innovation, offering visitors a special experience that showcases its cultural depth. Strolling through its streets, you'll encounter a captivating fusion of influences that have made Barcelona a global cultural hotspot.

As Spain's second-most populous city, Barcelona is home to 1.6 million residents. It is the fifth most densely populated urban area in the European Union. Renowned for landmarks like the iconic Sagrada Familia, Barcelona also boasts must-see attractions such as Park Güell, Casa Batlló, the Gothic Quarter, Camp Nou, and a multitude of other captivating sites.

Located in the Dreta de l’Eixample of Barcelona, the school is only a block away from Gaudi’s Casa Batlló and surrounded by popular shopping streets. The school is based in a unique historic building that is gated off to the rest of the public. It has been modernised inside and now boasts 18 bright classrooms with smart boards, air conditioning a computer room as well as indoor and outdoor student common areas. The school is wheelchair accessible and has a lift.

Language Course

The course includes 20 lessons of 50 minutes length each, which concentrate on learning and actively using Spanish. The school caters for all abilities from beginners to more advanced Spanish speakers. The tuition is very much practice oriented, you will participate in group sessions alongside other students of a similar level, with lessons focused on improving all aspects of the language; speaking listening, reading and writing. There are 4 classes per day, and these take place during the morning.

You will be given a written assessment before you travel and a speaking assessment on the first morning before lessons in order to place you in the group most suited to your ability level. Classes have an international flavour and a lively feel because they are grouped by ability not nationality.

This course is designed for students who wish to improve their Spanish, meet new people and have some free time to participate in Spanish culture and life in Barcelona.

Activties

The school organise a varied programme of supervised leisure activities, visits and excursions to introduce you to Spanish culture, sports, games and lifestyles in both the afternoon and the evening.

Examples include:

• Guided visits around the city
• Bi-Weekly talent show
• Board games nights
• Movie nights
• Salsa lessons
• Visits to the theme park
• Beach games
• Visits to Parc Güell
• Visits to the Olympic swimming pool
• Graduation evening

There are also 3 workshops per week focused on self-improvement and real-life problems such as confidence in public speaking, cooking, sustainability, and intercultural communication tricks.

The school also organise an excursion at the weekend for students staying longer than one week as well as a day at the beach. This can be somewhere within the local area such as Tarragona, Girona or Sitges.

Accommodation

Students on the summer camp are offered the chance to stay in residence accommodation. This is offered on a full board basis (breakfast lunch and an evening meal) in double rooms shared with another student on the summer camp course. The school will attempt to match you with another student of a different nationality to help you practise your Spanish skills outside of activities and lessons.

The residence is a modern building that has lots to offer including communal spaces such as a music room, games room, sports facilities, and outdoors areas. It is staffed by security in the evening and weekend and separated by gender.

A day course can only be offered to students who are staying in school accommodation or with a parent or guardian in alternative accommodation.

Transfers

Return transfers are included in the price of the accommodation. This will be a group transfer from the airport. Please let us know your arrival and departure times at least 2 weeks before your arrival so that this can be organised. 

School Closures

The school will not be closed during the Summer camp.

Insurance

Travel and Medical Insurance is available as an optional extra with this package. For more details please see our Insurance page.