ECELAViña del Mar, Chile
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It is a small school with a unique family atmosphere. It is located in the center of Viña del Mar, only a few blocks away from the beach, in a safe neighborhood that has a lot to offer.
- The language school ECELA was founded in Viña del Mar, Chile in 2000.
- Legal name / parent company: World Immersion Inc.
- Tax registration ID: 51039691
Spanish Courses
General Language
Basic Standard 20 ![Popular Spanish course]( "Popular Spanish course")
20 lessons per week
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7 students (max)
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Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
See starting dates for absolute beginners Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 7 / Average: 6
Basic Standard 10
10 lessons per week
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7 students (max)
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Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
See starting dates for absolute beginners Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Morning: 9:00 - 10:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 7 / Average: 6
Private
Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
from
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Work & Study
Spanish + Volunteering
20 lessons per week
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7 students (max)
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Basic Standard 20 for minimum 4 weeks + part or full-time volunteer work.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 7 / Average: 6
Language Plus Activity
Spanish + Surf
20 lessons per week
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7 students (max)
from
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 7 / Average: 6
Information for all courses offered by ECELA
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by ECELA, Viña del Mar can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
ECELA
Spanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:00
Combine courses at different ECELA chain schools and save
ECELA will charge their administration fee only once on your first booking.
Combine courses at these schools: ECELA Spanish School (Buenos Aires), ECELA (Santiago). Just mention in the comments field of our online registration form that you have also booked classes at another school from the chain.
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at ECELA and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Microwave for student use
Library
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Student support desk
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 5Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 35
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport:
150 US$ one way
300 US$ return (both ways)
300 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airpo.
More information about airports around Viña del Mar and how to get from the airport to Viña del Mar on your own here on our Viña del Mar page.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Express shipment fee (via courier)
100 US$
Accommodation
Homestay ![Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Price extra night
55 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 70US$
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Homestay
Single room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Price extra night
50 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 70US$
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
16
Shared Apartment
Single room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Price extra night
50 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 70US$
Distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Shared Apartment, Residence or Homestay no meals
Double room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Price extra night
45 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Ratings of ECELA compared to ratings of all schools in Chile
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Student opinions about ECELA, Viña del Mar
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Regina
24 years
“I had a great time with a couple of other students and also some of the teachers, and they were all very helpful, I really managed to improve my Spanish a lot - from A1 to B1/B2.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Participate in the organised events, it gives you insight and it is fun hanging out with other students. Try to speak Spanish with everyone, not German/English.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Course: Group 20 - 4 weeks
1. Dec. 2015
Joseph
61 years“The thoroughness of the instruction, the patience of the teachers, the opportunities to socialize and practice speaking Spanish.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Take advantage of the chances to interact with the staff and other students through the activities.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Other comments It came as advertised. It concentrates not on dry drill but learning and USING Spanish though immersing the student in a Spanish-speaking environment. There are so many opportunities to not only learn Spanish but to use it through conversation and activities.
Course: Group 20 - 16 weeks
16. Nov. 2015
Sven
43 years“The people and the teacher.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Other comments See you soon! ;-)
Course: Private 8 - 1 week
8. Apr. 2016
Daniel
22 years“Friendly teachers”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The food, walking around Valparaiso, and Valparaiso by night
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay Executive
4.0
Other comments Good place to learn spanish
Course: Group 20 Lesson Mond-Fri - 3 weeks
17. Mar. 2014
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FAQ about ECELA, Viña del Mar
- What is the best price for a course at ECELA, Viña del Mar?
- Is airport pickup offered by ECELA?Yes. The school offers pickup from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (150 US$)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at ECELA?100% of teachers at ECELA hold a university degree.
- Which countries are students of ECELA from?The highest Nationality percentage at ECELA comes from USA with a 25% representation, followed by students from Brazil (16%) and Germany (11%).
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Viña del Mar
Viña del Mar city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.7
More information about Viña del Mar including climate data and events on our Viña del Mar page with a list of all 1 Spanish schools in Viña del Mar.
