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Spanish language school is located in the heart of San Sebastián. Nearby you will find the cathedral,
the pedestrian walking area, numerous shops, restaurants,
and of course the beautiful city beach just 5 minutes away by
foot.
The Spanish language school was founded in 1980's, and today
has established a reputation as one of the best schools for high school
Spanish students. In 1998 the Spanish school became a part of
the prestigious world wide organization known as International
House. Today, the Spanish school has one of the longest running and most popular teen programs in Spain.
The language school is housed in a modern building. The
Spanish language school in San Sebastian has some of the nicest
facilities in Spain. Besides well designed
classrooms, students will have access to a small library, a multimedia
room, and a comfortable break area.
This Spanish Language school
is a great choice for high school students who want to study Spanish
in a unique location during the summer. The Spanish courses at
the high school Spanish program in San Sebastian are lively and  varied.
The spanish school is aware of the investment required to learn
a language and offers well designed Spanish
language courses which increase your capacity to speak
in Spanish as quickly and efficiently as possible. At the
same time the staff ensures your learning experience
is pleasant and enjoyable.
Teen
Spanish Courses in San Sebastian
 The quality of the high school
Spanish courses is based on a professional team of teachers with
a common methodology. In the classroom setting high school students
are exposed to 2 different teachers throughout the day.
In addition to enjoying the beauty that
San Sebastian has to offer, you will have the opportunity to take
part in a varied cultural activity program for summer high school
Spanish students. This includes different full day and weekend
excursions. Participating in these various activities will be
a great way in which to add to your Spanish learning experience
in Spain.
The summer Spanish
program offers 5 lessons per day (Monday through Friday) of small
 group Spanish language instruction with 6-12 students per class. The program also includes social/cultural activities with 4 afternoons a week including
sports, cultural visits, parties, films and days at the beach.
The teen Spanish courses are scheduled from from 9:30 to 13:45
Monday to Friday with a variety of different teachers. The format
of the teen Spanish instruction is identical to that of the Spanish
Program for adults.
San Sebastian Spanish Program Prices
Program
Prices (US Dollars) |
Program |
Class Size |
1
Wk |
2
Wks |
3
Wks |
4
Wks |
Each Extra
Week |
Meals
Per Day |
Group
5 Lessons Homestay Option Single Room |
Max
12 |
995 |
1830 |
2640 |
3450 |
795 |
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This course
includes classes, sports, social and cultural activities
4 times a week, housing is in a single or shared room with
selected Spanish families, full board.
Age Limits: 14 - 17 years. 45 minute lessons |
Spanish Abroad, Inc. requires a non-refundable $90
registration fee which is not included in the price listings.
Click
here to review the refund policy.
Academic Credit offered through Brookhaven College to students that are 16 and over.
High
School Student Accommodations
Accommodation includes 3 meals
per day for High School students with a specially selected Spanish
family. The Spanish language school in San
Sebastian tries to place students in homes that are close to the
school, about 10-25 minutes by foot and/or public transportation.
Host families can consist of a single or widowed host mother with
or without children as well as a typical Spanish couple with or
without children.
San
Sebastian Junior Program Summer Start Dates
The Junior Spanish program
is offered during the summer in San Sebastian and will will run
from June 4 - August 24. Absolute beginners MUST begin on July 2nd or
August 6th. All other levels can start any Monday within this time.
Arrival
in San Sebastian for High School Students
If possible, it is best for
high school students to arrive directly into San Sebastian. The
Spanish language school can arrange a transfer service from the
airport, bus, or train stations in San Sebastian (additional cost).
Spanish Students can also arrive in Bilbao or Biarritz, France
and arrange for a transfer service for an additional cost.
Supervision
at the Junior Spanish Program
 The
Junior Spanish program in San Sebastian provides a moderate amount
of supervision for high school students. There will be times when
the teens are NOT supervised by members of the staff at the Spanish
school.
There are several days a week in which the Spanish language
school does not offer activities for the high school students.
Spanish students attending the Junior program in San Sebastian
are expected to be mature and responsible enough to be able to
handle themselves appropriately and on their best behavior in a foreign country. Students
are expected to abide by the school rules and any violations will
result in immediate dismissal from the program. High School students
do stay with local host families which provides a moderate amount
of supervision.
What’s
does the Teen Spanish Program include?
- Five lessons per day of group Spanish class
Monday through Friday.
- Single bedroom with a local host-family.
- 3 meals per day with Spanish host family.
- Social Program in San Sebastian.
- Access to email and the internet.
- Books, handouts, materials, etc.
- Student exchanges with local Spaniards
- Laundry service with host family
Sample
Teen Cultural Schedule
Monday
9am San Sebastian Orientation, Ice skating, visit to aquarium
Tuesday Open Day
Wednesday 5pm-8pm Visit Science Museum, Salsa Class, Basque Cuisine, Volleyball, etc.
Thursday Open Day
Friday Open Day Excursions
to Fuenterrabia, Picnic at Santa Clara island, etc
Saturday 9am-6pm Excursion
to Bilbao, Biarritz, Vitoria, Zumaia, etc.
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