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Learn & Live Spanish in Spain

don Quijote is a prestigious and well-known organization dedicated to the teaching of Spanish Abroad. Over 125.000 students have learned, lived and enjoyed a full Spanish immersion experience in our destinations in Spain and Latin America since 1986.

Why don Quijote stands out from others

  • Best Price Guarantee: Equivalent course & city for a better price? We will beat it by 20%
  • 27 years of experience and quality accreditations.
  • 24-hour Student Assistance: We are always available to offer top customer service.
  • Included in the price: all learning materials and an online Spanish course.
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Most students choose us by word-of-mouth references.

Spanish Courses

  • All teachers are university qualified to teach Spanish, plus enthusiastic & experienced.
  • You'll study in small groups - never more than 8 people (except Granada).
  • You'll be placed at the right study level for you, based on a recognized placement examination method.
  • You'll take a Spanish course accredited by Instituto Cervantes and the University of Alcala.

Choose your Spanish course

Specialized Spanish Programs

Spanish + Activities

Included Services

Personal guidance

  • 24-hour emergency phone line.
  • Cultural adaptation and professional guidance adviser.

Educational

  • Formula +1: an extra daily cultural class
  • Study material
  • Level test
  • Certificate

Activities

  • A welcome dinner (except Granada and Tenerife)
  • Guided tour of the city
  • don Quijote student card (with discounts)
  • Computer room with wireless internet access
  • Unlimited use of our online Spanish course in our computer room

Guaranteed rest

  • Towels (in family), bedclothes, gas, electricity, water and local taxes
  • The apartments and student residences have a TV, oven, washing machine and iron
  • Cleaning service in the shared areas of the apartments and residences
  • A maintenance engineer attends to repairs in the apartments and student residences

Accommodation

Choose from 5 accommodation options
You can combine as many accommodation types as you like at no additional charge.

  • Home Stay to experience life in a Spanish speaking family
  • Student Flat to enjoy your independence and international friends
  • Student Residence for an inviting and fully-equipped stay just a quick walk from your classroom
  • Premium Stay for the demanding student, business professional or family traveling together
  • Private Apartment & Hotels.

Destinations

Why Study Spanish Abroad

It's easier and quicker, with better results, more inspiration and more fun! And you'll get to know a people and a culture, as well as a language.

Choose your perfect destination!

We also offer Spanish courses in Latin America.

Learn Spanish in Alicante

Sun, sea, museums, mild temperatures and tons of fun. Come with us to learn Spanish in Alicante and you'll have the opportunity to live a unique experience, relax on the white sand beaches of the Costa Blanca and discover a new world in this wonderful city on the Mediterranean coast.

Spanish School in Alicante

Our school has a lot to offer. It is housed in a Mediterranean-style building in the city center, a two-minute walk from the beach and is located on the famous Explanada. With eight spacious classrooms, a multimedia room with free Internet access, study areas, a library, TV, stereo, DVD, central heating and air conditioning you'll have everything you need. You'll be able to look out the window while you study and see fantastic views of the harbor and the Mediterranean making your learning experience both beautiful and enjoyable.

Featured Spanish Courses in Alicante

  • Intensive: Small groups of eight or fewer students allow participants to learn Spanish quickly and effectively through constant interaction and practice. Students will participate in real communicative situations and be able to immerse themselves completely in every aspect of the Spanish language.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • One-to-One: Our One-to-One course promises personalized attention and flexible classes. This type of course is great for anyone who is looking for one-on-one attention with their teacher. It is also very useful for professionals who want the highest quality educational experience to achieve their goals.

All this and much more at our school in Alicante! Learn about the other courses we offer in Alicante. 

Learn Spanish in Granada

Charming Granada, known for its incredible culture and architecture from the Arabic, Jewish and Christian heritages, with monuments such as the Alhambra, the Generalife, along with the Albaicin... make this Andalusian city one of the most visited and beloved by both Spaniards and tourists from around the world.

Spanish School in Granada

Our school is located in a bright, five-story building in a safe, quiet area. It includes all of the latest audio-visual equipment, computers and other technologies guaranteeing the best Spanish learning experience possible. In addition, in our school, as in the rest of the city, it is virtually impossible not to breathe in the relaxed and informal atmosphere. In the school's recreational area students can relax watching TV or DVDs, listening to music or reading books and magazines which are always available to them. Located just minutes from all of the city's main sights as well as public transportation, you can easily get to the Sierra Nevada mountain range and even the warm beaches of the Mediterranean quickly and easily right from the school.

Featured Spanish Courses in Granada

  • Intensive: Small groups of eight or fewer students allow participants to learn Spanish quickly and effectively through constant interaction and practice. Students will participate in real communicative situations and will be able to immerse themselves completely in every aspect of the Spanish language.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • One-to-One: Our One-to-One course promises personalized attention and flexible classes. This type of course is great for anyone who is looking for one-on-one attention with their teacher. It is also very useful for professionals who want the highest quality educational experience to achieve their goals.

don Quijote offers many other courses which students can choose from along their learning journey. Find out more!

Spanish School in Guanajuato, México

don Quijote school in Guanajuato is located right in the centre of the city, close to the main attractions and with access to all the services you may need during your stay.

The school has 15 comfortable classrooms and a maximum capacity of 110 students. There is also a patio where you can have a break or meet with other students after the classes, a multimedia classroom with free internet access, a teachers' room and a students' office.

Learn Spanish in Madrid

The cosmopolitan city of Madrid, the capital of Spain, offers visitors the chance to experience unforgettable museums and monuments, relaxing walks and great nights with good food, good wine, and exciting company. The Museo del Prado, the Museo Reina Sofía, Plaza del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Parque del Retiro... Madrid is a city with class, culture and a style all its own.

Spanish School in Madrid

Just 5 minutes from Plaza de España and Gran Via, a shopping area often called "Spain's Broadway," our school is found on the first three floors of a typical historic building in Madrid. You can relax in common areas between classes, have a bite to eat or use the Internet with the Wi-Fi that is available throughout the building. The school also offers over 19,000 square feet of classrooms, music, two rooms for conferences, study areas, a library, central heating and air conditioning and fully accessible facilities.

Featured Spanish Courses in Madrid

  • Intensive: Small groups of eight or fewer students allow participants to learn Spanish quickly and effectively through constant interaction and practice. Students will participate in real communicative situations and will be able to immerse themselves completely in every aspect of the Spanish language.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • One-to-One: Our One-to-One course promises personalized attention and flexible classes. This type of course is great for anyone who is looking for one-on-one attention with their teacher. It is also very useful for professionals who want the highest quality educational experience to achieve their goals.
  • DELE Preparation Course: Successfully pass the DELE exam, the Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language! It's now possible! With our DELE preparation course we guarantee you the highest quality learning experience that will help you get an internationally recognized Spanish certificate corresponding to your level.

Our Spanish school in Madrid has tons to offer! Find out about the other courses available. 

Learn Spanish in Marbella

Marbella, a beautiful, elite, resort town on the Costa del Sol, will make anyone fall in love with Spain with its charm, beaches, parks and gardens, wonderful white houses and orange trees that fill its streets and squares with the sweet smells of orange blossoms.

Spanish School in Marbella

Less than a five-minute walk separates our school in Marbella from the beach, shopping areas and the best tapas bars. Found in the heart of the city, and well connected to public transportation, our school includes 17 classrooms, Wi-Fi, a study room and library, a large terrace and a sunny patio where students can relax with friends.

What more could you need? We hope to see you in Marbella!

Featured Spanish Courses in Marbella

  • Intensive: Small groups of eight or fewer students allow participants to learn Spanish quickly and effectively through constant interaction and practice. Students will participate in real communicative situations and will be able to immerse themselves completely in every aspect of the Spanish language.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • One-to-One: Our One-to-One course promises personalized attention and flexible classes. This type of course is great for anyone who is looking for one-on-one attention with their teacher. It is also very useful for professionals who want the highest quality educational experience to achieve their goals.

Marbella is waiting for you! Come discover all the other courses we have to offer at this beautiful location! But hurry!

Learn Spanish in Salamanca

Declared a cultural capital in 2002 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, Salamanca, a town in the Autonomous Region of Castile and Leon, is a little gem to discover. The city is home to the University of Salamanca, one of the most prestigious universities in the world, where important Spanish cultural and literary figures have studied throughout the ages. Its artistic wealth, hidden curiosities and liveliness make it an undisputed destination for study abroad students who flood to the small city every year.

Spanish School in Salamanca

Students are welcomed to our school in Salamanca by a pretty patio and a beautiful garden. The school is located in the heart of the city in a recently restored sixteenth-century monastery. The patio and garden divide the school into three parts: the offices, cafeteria and classrooms. The three floors of the building include a common room (where students can use Wi-Fi, listen to music, watch videos or use computers) and a library, along with staff rooms and three offices.

Featured Spanish Courses in Salamanca

  • Intensive: Small groups of eight or fewer students allow participants to learn Spanish quickly and effectively through constant interaction and practice. Students will participate in real communicative situations and will be able to immerse themselves completely in every aspect of the Spanish language.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • One-to-One: Our One-to-One course promises personalized attention and flexible classes. This type of course is great for anyone who is looking for one-on-one attention with their teacher. It is also very useful for professionals who want the highest quality educational experience to achieve their goals.

Don't miss the opportunity to find out about all of our courses at don Quijote Salamanca!

Learn Spanish in Seville

Sun, warmth, joy, culture, history, folklore and festivals are just some of the many things that Seville has to offer. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, connected to the sea through the Guadalquivir River and considered one of the most important artistic, cultural, economic and social centers of southern Spain, Seville is a destination to experience. There's not much more to say other than: "Seville has a special color!"

Spanish School in Seville

Our school, housed in a four-story, Moorish-style building, is located in the heart of the city amid typical shops and rustic restaurants with excellent food. Students can visit various historical monuments which are located very close to the school such as the famous Plaza de Toros, the Giralda and the Cathedral. The school has 18 classrooms, air conditioning, a library, accessibility and common spaces dedicated to students, such as a patio and terrace, where they can relax and socialize with new friends during class breaks.

Featured Spanish Courses in Seville

  • One-to-One: If you are looking for a personalized course that takes your interests and needs into consideration, then our One-to-One Spanish course is for you. It is the perfect choice for the highest quality learning experience.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • Conversation Classes: This course will allow you to practice Spanish in real-life situations. Through constant practice you'll fill any gaps you may have in your Spanish speaking and understanding skills.

All this and so much more! Find out about the rest of other courses at don Quijote Seville. 

Learn Spanish in Tenerife

Tenerife is known as the island of eternal spring because of its mild climate, sun, sea and volcanic sand beaches. It is the perfect place to relax and learn Spanish at the same time; and you can also visit one of the most beautiful inactive volcanoes in the world here.

Spanish School in Tenerife

The fantastic location of our school allows students to get around the island easily and enjoy the beautiful beaches and main attractions that the city has to offer. Our school is located less than five minutes from Playa Martianez, two minutes from the famous Lago Martianez and 10 minutes from the City Hall. The school is found in a typical Canary Island-style building, next to the ocean. You can enjoy spectacular views, seven bright classrooms, make friends, relax on the patio and lounge in the common area with a TV, stereo and video; students can also study in our library or in our multimedia classroom. don Quijote Tenerife is waiting for you!

Featured Spanish Courses in Tenerife

  • Intensive: Small groups of eight or fewer students allow participants to learn Spanish quickly and effectively through constant interaction and practice. Students will participate in real communicative situations and will be able to immerse themselves completely in every aspect of the Spanish language.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • One-to-One: Our One-to-One course promises personalized attention and flexible classes. This type of course is great for anyone who is looking for one-on-one attention with their teacher. It is also very useful for professionals who want the highest quality educational experience to achieve their goals.
  • Scuba Diving: If you've dreamt of learning Spanish on one of the most beautiful beaches in Spain, the best way to do it is by taking a scuba and Spanish course. Discover the underwater treasures and swim in the crystalline waters of the Atlantic!

This stunning island is waiting for you! Find out more about the rest of our courses and we'll see you in Tenerife!

Learn Spanish in Valencia

The third largest city in Spain and home to the best paella and the fiery fiesta las Fallas, Valencia is an irresistible tourist destination. It is the perfect place to get away from everyday stress, and to live “the Spanish way of life” instead while you experience everything this city has to offer.

Spanish School in Valencia

A newly renovated, modern and youthful building, ensures our students have access to the latest technology, comfort and quality. Our school is located at the campus of the Polytechnic University of Valencia, near the beach and the city center. Students will have the opportunity to study Spanish in a friendly atmosphere and fully live the Spanish experience on a college campus. Our school has a cheerful atmosphere, spacious classrooms, a cafeteria with coffee machines, computers and a common room where students can relax and chat together. Our school will make your stay in Valencia unforgettable.

Featured Spanish Courses in Valencia

  • Intensive: Small groups of eight or fewer students allow participants to learn Spanish quickly and effectively through constant interaction and practice. Students will participate in real communicative situations and will be able to immerse themselves completely in every aspect of the Spanish language.
  • Super Intensive: This course is right for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish at the speed of light, increasing their knowledge of the language and the Spanish culture as quickly as possible.
  • One-to-One: Our One-to-One course promises personalized attention and flexible classes. This type of course is great for anyone who is looking for one-on-one attention with their teacher. It is also very useful for professionals who want the highest quality educational experience to achieve their goals.

We have many other courses available at our school in Valencia. Find the one that's right for you!

Spanish Schools in Central and South America: Mexico, Costa Rica, Ecuador and 8 other countries

don Quijote schools in South America are located right in the center of the main cities, close to important attractions and with access to all the services you may need during your stay.

Immerse yourself in the rich Hispanic culture and explore exciting cities while you learn Spanish in Latin America.

We offer general Spanish courses, volunteer programs, medical Spanish, DELE preparation courses, tango lessons, Mexican cooking classes and many more.

Destinations

Learn Spanish in Argentina

don Quijote offers you the opportunity to learn Spanish while discovering Argentina, with a wide variety of destination and course options designed to let you enjoy the charm and attraction of this amazing country.

Spanish Schools in Argentina

  • Buenos Aires - Argentina's lively port city is the birthplace of the tango.
  • Bariloche - With its beautiful, natural landscapes, this is an excellent place for wildlife lovers to learn Spanish.
  • Cordoba - Argentina's vast countryside, La Pampa, invites students to lose themselves in the home of the gauchos.
  • Mendoza - Next to the Andes Mountain Range, this is an excellent region for immersing oneself in the culture of Argentina.

Spanish Courses in Argentina

  • Intensive Spanish: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly- effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.
  • Spanish and Tango: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly- effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Volunteer program (Only available in Córdoba): If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.
  • Best of Both: This course offers the perfect combination — it comprises 20 hours of group classes a week and 10 hours of private classes — as it provides a great balance between interacting in group conversations and consolidating any individual issues.

Learn Spanish in Bolivia

Bolivia is a country of captivating contrasts that invites visitors to discover towering peaks and low flatlands, thriving cities and remote jungles. don Quijote offers a wide variety of programs that allow you to study Spanish while immersed in this engaging Latin American country.

Spanish Schools in Bolivia

  • Sucre - this enchanting and peaceful city features a rich mixture of the indigenous culture of the Andes and colonial influences.

Spanish Courses in Bolivia

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.
  • Volunteer programs: Eligibility for this course has one pre-requisite: a minimum of 4 weeks doing an Intensive Course. This is to ensure that your level of Spanish is at an adequate level for community service. Once you have undertaken this course, you will have the opportunity to work as a volunteer in the local community for various social institutions.

Learn Spanish in Chile

don Quijote offers a wide variety of Spanish courses in Santiago de Chile, so you can get to know one of the most modern and prosperous countries in Latin America by immersing yourself in the culture of Chile and the Spanish language. Come discover Santiago de Chile and learn Spanish in this dynamic setting backdropped by the magnificent Andes Mountains.

Spanish Schools in Chile

  • Santiago - This eccentric city with rich cultural traditions is the country's capital.

Spanish Courses in Chile

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Super Intensive Course: If you are eager to progress even quicker, this course is ideal as it offers an additional 2 daily classes on top of the 20 hours of group classes. Your fluency is sure to rapidly improve.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private, individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.
  • Volunteer programs: Eligibility for this course has one pre-requisite: a minimum of 4 weeks doing an Intensive Course. This is to ensure that your level of Spanish is at an adequate level for community service. Once you have undertaken this course, you will have the opportunity to work as a volunteer in the local community for various social institutions.

Learn Spanish in Costa Rica

As well as being full of beautiful, natural landscapes, Costa Rica also features a rich diversity of cultures. There is no end of fun to be had in Costa Rica and don Quijote is offering you the special opportunity to learn Spanish there.

Spanish Schools in Costa Rica

  • Santo Domingo de Heredia - considered one of the most picturesque parts of Costa Rica, Heredia is known for its verdant hills and volcanic national parks. This mountainous province is home to a plethora of outdoor and adventure activities, and breathtaking natural surroundings.
  • Playa Jaco - this beachside town is situated on the Pacific coast and is renowned for its relaxed nightlife and welcoming locals. From kayaking to surfing to biking to horseback riding, the wide range of sporting activities on offer in the surrounding beach areas leave visitors spoilt for choice.

Spanish Courses in Costa Rica

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Super Intensive Course: If you are eager to progress even quicker this course is ideal as it offers an additional 2 daily classes on top of the 20 hours of group classes.Your fluency is sure to rapidly improve.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.
  • Volunteer programs: To be eligible for this coure you must take a minimum 4 week intensive language Course and have a minimum B1 Spanish level. This is to ensure that your level of Spanish is adequate for community service work. Once you have undertaken this course, you will have the opportunity to work as a volunteer in the local community for various social institutions. This course is available only in Santo Domingo de Heredia.

Learn Spanish in Colombia

Colombia is a country which offers a wide range of landscapes from the Andes Mountains to the Llanos plains region to the rich Amazon Rainforest which is shared with the neighboring countries of Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru and Brazil. Approximately 10% of the world’s species are found in Colombia, boasting more endemic species than any other country on the planet.

Spanish Schools in Colombia

  • Bogota - The capital and largest city of Colombia. The city is often known as “The Athens of South America” due to its many libraries and universities.
  • Cartagena - Named after a city of the same name in Spain, Cartagena (Colombia) is located on the northern coast of the country and is the fifth largest city in the country.

Spanish Courses in Colombia

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Private classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.

Learn Spanish in Cuba

don Quijote is offering you the opportunity to study Spanish on the exotic and vibrant island of Cuba. While you polish up your Spanish skills, you will be having unforgettable experiences in this fascinating and unique Caribbean paradise.

Spanish Schools in Cuba

  • Havana - the capital city, a melting pot of different cultures, is renowned for its enchanting atmosphere created by its vivacious energy.
  • Santiago de Cuba - the second largest city in Cuba, like Havana, is a welcoming place to be. The stunning beaches and laid-back atmosphere will help you pick up Spanish effortlessly and at your own pace.
  • Trinidad - declared a world heritage site by UNESCO due to its untouched colonial buildings, is well known for its nightlife, especially its Salsa bars.

Spanish Courses in Cuba

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Super Intensive Course: If you are eager to progress even quicker this course is ideal as it offers an additional 2 daily classes on top of the 20 hours of group classes. Your fluency is sure to improve rapidly.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.
  • Intensive Spanish and Dance classes: This course allows you to combine language with cultural immersion. On top of the 20 hours of Spanish classes of an Intensive Course, you also spend an additional 5 hours per week attending Salsa Dance Classes. There is no better way to live the culture of a country than through its artistic expressions such as dance.
  • Intensive Spanish and Music classes: With 5 hours of afternoon music classes per week and 20 hours of morning Spanish tuition per week, this course offers the opportunity to live and get the most out of Spanish, learning all about native music and even playing some yourself.

Learn Spanish in the Dominican Republic

Choose to study Spanish in the superb setting of the Dominican Republic, the island with breathtaking natural beauty and some of the most hospitable people you'll ever meet.

Spanish Schools in the Dominican Republic

  • Santo Domingo - This is the capital city, so unsurprisingly the pace of life here is fast. However, it is just a short drive away from the coast so you can have the best of both worlds.
  • Sosua - renowned for its tropical beaches, this is the place to be if you'd like to escape the daily grind and relax.

Spanish Courses in Dominican Republic

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Super Intensive Course: If you are eager to progress even quicker this course is ideal as it offers an additional 2 daily classes on top of the 20 hours of group classes. Your fluency is sure to rapidly improve.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.

Learn Spanish in Guatemala

Come to Guatemala to learn Spanish and experience a country that is fascinating in every way: even its name is a translation of a K'iche phrase meaning "place of many trees". don Quijote has made sure that everyone's personal tastes are accommodated for with its wide range of unique courses. All that's left for you to do is come and enjoy all this fabulous country has to offer!

Spanish Schools in Guatemala

  • Antigua - with a different beach for each day of the year, Antigua, one of the oldest cities in the American continents, can be described as a paradise on earth.

Spanish Courses in Guatemala

  • Intensive Group Course: – This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 highly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a thoroughly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Private Classes: – The one to one course gives you private tuition that is tapered to your individual needs so you can learn at your own pace and really maximize the benefits to your Spanish.
  • Volunteer programs – Eligibility for this course has one pre-requisite: a minimum of 4 weeks doing an Intensive Course. This is to ensure that your level of Spanish is at an adequate level for community service. Once you have undertaken this course, you will have the opportunity to work as a volunteer in the local community for various social institutions.

Learn Spanish in Ecuador

Come and learn all about the Spanish language and culture in Ecuador. So called for its location on the equator, don Quijote is offering you the once in a lifetime opportunity to study in this beautiful country.

Spanish Schools in Ecuador

  • Quito - It's mountainous location ranks Ecuador among some of the highest capital cities on earth. Quito can be described as a busy city, overflowing with culture.

Spanish Courses in Ecuador

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Super Intensive Course: To truly boost your Spanish you will attend 20 group classes a week with an additional 10 one to one classes so that you receive the attention you need from highly-qualified teachers to increase your fluency quickly.
  • Private Classes: Private classes are tailored to your individual needs so you can learn at your own pace and really maximize the benefits to your Spanish.
  • Spanish/Culture/Cooking Course: Immerse yourself in the best of Ecuadorian culture by combining your Spanish language course with 4 additional weekly group classes of salsa & culture (1st Monday of the month) or cooking (3rd Monday of the month).
  • Volunteer programs: Eligibility for this course has one pre-requisite: a minimum of 4 weeks doing an Intensive Course. This is to ensure that your level of Spanish is at an adequate level for community service. Once you have undertaken this course, you will have the opportunity to work as a volunteer in the local community for various social institutions.

Learn Spanish in Mexico

Learn to speak Spanish in Mexico Discover the vibrant traditions and rich history of its culture while experiencing firsthand this spellbinding country. don Quijote offers a range of courses and destinations.

Spanish Schools in Mexico

  • Guanajuato: Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its untouched colonial buildings, Guanajuato is a colorful city and a truly fantastic place to go and learn Spanish.
  • Playa Del Carmen: What could be better than basking in the sun with a Spanish book, a stone's throw from stunning white sandy beaches?
  • Oaxaca: Elegant, cultural and archaeological, Oaxaca supplies the very best of Mexican heritage.

Spanish Courses in Mexico

  • Intensive Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Super Intensive Course: If you are eager to progress even quicker this course is ideal, offering an additional 2 daily classes on top of the 20 hours of group classes; you are sure to receive the necessary tuition to rapidly increase your fluency.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.

dQ School in Guanajuato Offers more courses than those listed above. These courses are as follows: Art or Literature, DELE Preparation, Fun program, History, Intensive Business, Medical Spanish, Premium Spanish, Spanish Talk, Study groups and Volunteer program.

Learn Spanish in Peru

Peru is renowned for being the former home of the Inca Empire, the largest state in Pre-Columbian America. The main language spoken in Peru is Spanish, however many Peruvians still speak the old Inca language of Quechua. Peru encompasses a wide variety of cultures, such as arts and crafts, and traditions, such as the Peruvian poncho, making it a fascinating place to visit.

don Quijote is offering a variety of Spanish courses in Cusco. It is a major tourist destination and receives almost 2 million visitors a year. The course details along with a brief description of each are listed below.

Spanish Schools in Peru

  • Cusco - The site of the historic capital of the Inca Empire as well as a World Heritage Site.

Spanish Courses in Peru

  • Intensive Spanish Course: This course will improve all aspects of your Spanish in no time by providing 20 thoroughly-engaging group classes a week. The group course is a highly-effective and entertaining way to improve your Spanish as you will be able to practice while discussing a number of interesting topics with your peers.
  • Private Classes: If you are short of time, or simply want to learn Spanish at your own pace, then this course is perfect. These private individual classes work around a personalized program allowing you to progress in a way tailored exactly to your individual needs and interests.
  • Best of Both: Great for those looking to quickly improve all language skills. Best of Both offers you 20 hours a week of group classes plus 10 hours of One-to-One a week.
  • Volunteer programs: Eligibility for this course has one pre-requisite: a minimum of 4 weeks doing an Intensive Course. This is to ensure that your level of Spanish is at an adequate level for community service. Once you have undertaken this course, you will have the opportunity to spend time working as a volunteer in the local community for various social institutions.

Summer Camps (for teens & kids)

Our international summer language camps are the perfect option for kids and teens interested in practicing Spanish in a friendly and safe environment while making friends from all over the world.  We have camps for children as young as five years old through to the age of eighteen offering supervision 24 hours a day, as well as summer camps suited to older teens that offer more flexibility and independence. With seven destinations and a variety of programs to choose from, there is something for everybody.

For teens of fourteen years and over who want to experience a complete study abroad program outside of the summer months, we offer the Youth Program. The program takes place during certain dates throughout the year and includes the complete package of a Spanish course, accommodation and programmed activities.

DELE preparation course

DELE, stands for Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera (Spanish as a Foreign Language Diploma). It is the only certificate for non-native Spanish speakers that is officially recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education. This diploma is of great international value for those who are going to study at a Spanish University and who want to work, or are going to work in a Spanish-speaking environment.

We advise everyone taking a long-term Spanish course to take the DELE Preparation course for a successful examination. Please note, however, that the preparation course is not intended to help you achieve a higher Spanish level, but prepare you for the exam of your current level.

Intensive Spanish classes

Intensive Spanish classes Here the focus is on all aspects of the Spanish language and theory, from grammar exercises to reading, writing, listening and communication skills. Students will practice Spanish through a wide variety of activities including debates, newspaper articles, current affairs, games, mock telephone conversations, interviews, films and documentaries, listening to songs and, of course, real life situations and events.

Additionally, all the Intensive courses in don Quijote schools in Spain include a complimentary cultural class every day that covers a topic of cultural interest. That means that students can choose to take an additional 5 Spanish classes a week absolutely free with don Quijote.

don Quijote encourages students to immerse themselves in their host country’s culture and practice Spanish as much as possible. To facilitate this, we offer a wide range of optional courses that can be combined with the Intensive Spanish course. These classes vary by destination and may include activities like: dance, scuba diving, music, cooking and more.

Youth Study Abroad program

Youth Study Abroad program This is specially designed for students 14 and older who are looking for an all-included study abroad program.

The program includes a Spanish course, full-board accommodation (with a local family or in a student residence hall) and most of the planned activities. Students will be supervised during activities and excursions but are responsible for traveling between the school, accommodation and all planned activities on their own.

Spanish Classes for 50+

Spanish classes for seniors citizens and older adults are designed for those over the age of 50 who want to learn and practice Spanish in a relaxed environment with other students of a similar age.

This program for senior citizens and mature adults is ideal for those who have always wanted to study abroad but now think they might be too old to do so. You will have more confidence in a class with other similarly aged adults with whom you can more easily relate and converse in Spanish.

Additionally, the Golden Age program includes special activities for senior citizens and older adults to help them get to know other people and immerse themselves in the culture. The senior citizen activities offered vary by destination and include things like city tours, dance classes, cultural visits, cooking classes, movies, crafts and much more.

Spanish for Health Professionals

Our Spanish for Health Professionals program is specifically designed for medical, nursing, public health or pharmacy students and professionals who wish to combine their Spanish language learning with medical vocabulary while becoming familiar with healthcare practices in Costa Rica, Ecuador and Mexico.

What Should I Expect?

To improve and/or acquire foreign language skills in Spanish.

To be open-minded about your experience.

To participate in cultural activities.

To learn something about the medical system of the host country. This may be accomplished in a variety of ways, which include some or all of the following: site visits, special topic lectures, service learning, etc.

Do I need to know Spanish?

Students must have a minimum proficiency level of lower intermediate (B1) and a background in medicine, nursing or pharmaceuticals.

Private Spanish lessons

Individual Spanish classes don Quijote also offers classes to individual students, or small groups of up to 3 students with a similar level, who are looking for personalized one-on-one time with a certified Spanish professor.

These classes offer ultimate flexibility and can be tailored to your needs, making it a great option for business professionals, co-workers, or any other individual or small group looking for highly personalized attention and accelerated learning.

You will have an advisor who will guide you and prepare a customized program that is designed to help you achieve your goals. Additional activities may be organized, including company visits or cultural excursions to complement and reinforce the curriculum.

Private Spanish lessons are a great way to guarantee that you learn specific Spanish words and gain the conversation skills that you need for your professional field or specific interest.

The Business Spanish course

Intended to help professionals. The Business Spanish course is designed for students with an intermediate Spanish level (or higher) to gain the skills, confidence and vocabulary needed to successfully carry out business in Spanish.

Students will practice business Spanish through a wide range of mock real-life situations designed to ensure that they will gain the needed skills to interact with clients and colleagues in Spanish.

The Business Spanish lessons may include the use of commercial texts, professional presentations, business newspapers, discussions and more to gain useful business vocabulary and insight.

We recommend our Business in Spanish course to any ambitious professional or graduate looking to advance their careers or widen their international job opportunities.

Our Business Spanish course is available in various destinations in Spain and Mexico.

Internship program

This program is available for students 18 to 35 years of age who have achieved at least an intermediate (B1) Spanish level prior to their work placement. Internships are unpaid as they are considered a learning experience in which the student is immersed in a professional Spanish-speaking environment in the available city of their choice.

Students with less than an advanced Spanish level are required to participate in an Intensive Spanish course or a combined Intensive and Business Spanish course prior to their internship in order to build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the workplace.

This combined Spanish and internship program offers applicants a superb opportunity to transform the quality of their Spanish, gain real-life work experience and immerse themselves in Spanish culture.

don Quijote offers Spanish internships in the following sectors:

  • Hospitality
  • Catering
  • Tourism
  • Retail
  • Marketing
  • Web Technology
  • The legal sector
  • Architecture and design

Spanish class + Volunteer programs

What could be more beneficial to increasing your proficiency in Spanish than combining language classes with volunteer work in Latin America? This program for students aged 18 years or over is divided into two phases: an Intensive Spanish course and a volunteer placement. Participants are required to reach an Intermediate (B1) level before participating in the volunteer placement.

The volunteer in Spanish program is a wonderful way to make a valuable contribution to society while increasing understanding between international visitors and the local population. Students will greatly improve their Spanish skills while volunteering in various institutions. Volunteer projects vary greatly by country and location but are often related to finding sustainable solutions to poverty, encouraging educational pursuits, working with children, preserving cultural heritage and protecting the environment.

Learn Spanish in Barcelona

Spanish School in Barcelona

The new don Quijote Barcelona is not only big, but bright and comfortable, with a touch of luxury. Located 10 minutes from the Plaza de España and Plaza de Catalunya on foot, and with a metro station less than 5 minutes from our entrance.

The school includes a large interior patio, which looks out through a glass wall onto the school's expansive private garden, complete with trees and terrace.

  • 9 bathrooms, including an accessible one
  • Background music available in the entire school
  • Centralized heating and air conditioning throughout the building
  • Powerful Wi-Fi, with access from all points of the building
  • An Internet cafe with seating for 32 people
  • Facilities fully accessible
  • A snack area, security cameras and a speaker system throughout the school
  • A conference room accommodating 150 people
  • Parking spaces underneath the school for those students wishing to arrive by car
  • Large private garden behind the school

Spanish for Health professionals

Our Spanish for Health Professionals Program is specifically designed for medical, nursing, public health or pharmacy students or professionals who wish to combine their Spanish language learning with medical vocabulary while becoming familiar with healthcare practices in Costa Rica, Ecuador and Mexico. What Should I Expect? To improve and/or acquire foreign language skills in Spanish depending on which location you choose.

To be open minded about your experience.

To participate in cultural activities.

To learn something about the medical system of the host country. This may be accomplished in a variety of ways, which include some or all of the following: site visits, special topic lectures, service learning, etc.

Do I need to know Spanish? Students must have a minimum proficiency level of lower intermediate (B1) and a background in medicine, nursing or pharmaceuticals.