SPANISH PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
SA Valencia

Our partner Spanish language school (SA Valencia) is located in the heart of Valencia, Spain. Everything in Valencia, Spain is just a few minutes away by foot or by public transportation. The Spanish language school in Valencia is also just minutes away from the nearest city beach area. Currently the Spanish language school is situated in a charming building with comfortable classrooms, student break areas, meeting areas, internet area and more. Overall the Spanish language school facilities in Valencia, Spain are consistently rated as excellent by those who come here to study and learn Spanish.

The Spanish language school in Valencia (Spain) today has a reputation as one of the better Spanish language schools in Spain. Students from around the world come to this location to learn Spanish. Students who come to this Spanish language school to learn Spanish will find the programs to be varied, interesting and challenging. More importantly this Spanish language school can offer you the personalized attention that a larger "chain" school can never hope to provide. This extra attention will help you learn more and truly enjoy your stay in Valencia. From a teaching perspective, the Spanish language school in Valenica, Spain makes use of the communicative approach to teaching Spanish. This system helps students to study and learn Spanish in a very short period of time.

The Spanish language school in Valencia, Spain offers a variety of well thought out Spanish programs. Students who come to this Spanish school to study and learn Spanish can take general Spanish courses to courses focused on specialized Spanish topics. Specialized Spanish instruction (medical, business, etc.) is typically provided in a private Spanish class setting.

In addition to some great Spanish language programs the Spanish school offers a full range of cultural activities and weekend excursions. These activities provide another area where you can practice Spanish while at the same time getting to know Valencia and other parts of Spain.

We are confident that you will find the Spanish language school in Valencia, Spain a great place to study and learn Spanish.

• Valencia is the third largest city in Spain, and as such offers the visitor a full range of attractions and activities.
• Valencia is not very touristic in comparison with other larger Spanish cities.
• Valencia has a vibrant and exciting nightlife.
• Valencia and the surrounding area have a very mild and comfortable climate.
• From Valencia you will have access to a range of beautiful beaches and interesting towns along the coast.
• Valencia has an extensive range of restaurants and tapas bars. A special dish not to be missed is paella.
• Transportation to and from Valencia is very easy.
• From Valencia, it is relatively easy to get to most other destinations in Spain in just a matter of hours.

Standard Spanish Language Program: Group instruction 4 lessons per day, max 10 students per class. This Spanish course is offered at all levels from total beginner to advanced. Through various activities, practices and exercises, designed for each level, you will gradually acquire and develop the necessary strategies to understand and communicate messages in Spanish, oral as well as written.

Examples of the subjects covered in the lessons are:

Intensive Group 5 Spanish Language Program: Group instruction 5 lessons per day, max 10 students per class. This course is offered at all levels from total beginner to advanced. Similar in structure to the Standard Option this course provides an additional hour of Spanish instruction. A more intenisve option.

Group 4 PLUS 1 Spanish Language Program: Group instruction 4 lessons per day, max 10 students per class PLUS 1 lesson per day of individual instruction. Perfect if you want a more intensive program and/or want or need to cover specific topics.

Group 5 PLUS 1 Spanish Language Program: Group instruction 5 lessons per day, max 10 students per class PLUS 1 lesson per day of individual instruction. Perfect if you want the most intensive program and/or want or need to cover specific topics.

One-to-One Spanish Language Instruction: 4 or 6 lessons per day. This Spanish language course is perfect for those who need specialized instruction or who will only be in Valencia, Spain for a short period of time. Note: This program will make use of the format shown under the Standard Program. The exception of to this would be when someone has set up a specialized program to cover very specific types of topics.

Start Dates: Absolute beginners MUST start on the following dates. All others can start ANY Monday.

School Closure: December 22, 2012 to January 06, 2013

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: January 6th and 22nd, March 19th, April 6th, 9th and 16th, May 1st, August 15th, October 9th and 12th, November 1st, December 6th, 8th.

Note: When two holidays fall in the same week, classes for one holiday will be made up for, and special activities will be held on the other holiday.

• Private or shared room in a student flat or student residence with other students, or stay with host family.
• 1-3 meals per day with host family. Student Flats have kitchens so students can cook their own meals. 1-3 meals when in student residence
• Books, handouts, etc. (small fee)
• Welcome dinner
• Guided city tour
• Academic credit available (see academic credit section)

• Airport pickup Access to email, the internet, phone, and fax service (some services not free).
• Laundry service with host family (small fee).
• Student flats have their own facilities.
• Weekend Excursions