Location

Valencia, Spain's third largest city, is on the Mediterranean coast of Spain. This beautiful Spanish language school is located deep in the heart of Valencia's old town, just a step away from all the interesting sights and services. The four storey former palace has been carefully renovated into a stunning language school that compliments history with modernism. Inside the school you will see walls from its 11th Century Arab roots which penetrate through the classrooms and open spaces, creating both an atmosphere of history and mystique. There are 28 classrooms, all of which are filled with natural light, have full air-conditioning facilities and interactive whiteboards. If studying in a stunning location rich in history isn't enough, during breaks students can also make the most of the relaxed, well equipped social spaces, use the computers and wifi, enjoy the reading area with books and magazines, relax on a choice of two patios or bask in the sunshine on the breathtaking roof terrace, complete with sun loungers, fruit trees and a shower in which to cool off.

Working Hours

Au Pairs are contracted to work 20 hours per week with the children of the family plus one night babysitting. You will have 2 free days per week where you are not expected to work, these may be during the week or the weekend.

Where you require, you will have the opportunity to take part in religious worship.

Duties

The duties expected of an Au Pair will vary depending upon the age of the child(ren) in your charge. Typically, the duties involve:

• Playing with the child(ren)
• Helping with homework
• Helping the child(ren) to learn an appropriate level of English
• Taking the child(ren) to the park or beach
• Dropping off and / or picking up the child(ren) from school
• Cooking dinner for the child(ren)
• Taking the child(ren) to evening activities
• Bathing the child(ren)
• Putting the child(ren) to bed

Language Course

The course comprises 20 lessons which concentrate on learning and actively using Spanish. The tuition is very much practice oriented. You will participate in group sessions alongside other Au Pair students of a similar level, with lessons focused on improving all aspects of the language; speaking listening, reading and writing. There are four, 50 minute lessons 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 or age.

Accommodation

Au Pairs are treated as part of the family and receive half board and lodgings as part of the package. You will be given a single room and shared use of other facilities in the home. In some cases you may have a private bathroom where this is available in the family home. 

Pocket Money

You will receive €50 pocket money per week directly from the family with whom you are living. 

Optional Social and Cultural Programme

The school offers a range of activities during the week, as well as longer full day excursions at the weekends. These are available for a charge and you can book through reception during your stay. You will be introduced to the activities as part of your induction on your first day.  These activities change weekly but include the following:

Transfers

Transfers are included in this package.  Alternatively, if you prefer, we can provide directions and all the details you need to use public transport – the efficient and clean Metro runs straight from the airport to the city centre in only 20 minutes!

School Closures

The school will be closed on 09/10/24, 01/11/24, 06/12/24, 06/01/2025, 19/03/2025, 18/04/2025, 21/04/2025, 01/05/2025, 09/10/2025 and 08/12/2025. During these weeks the school replaces lessons with a local excursion.

Insurance

Travel, Medical and Workplace Insurance is included with this package. For more details and policy wording please see our Insurance page.