OLE, Queretaro, Mexico
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General Information on Queretaro
The historical down town of the capital of Queretaro has been declared a "Cultural Heritage Site" by UNESCO. The city offers 470 years of tradition and history printed on its aqueduct, temples and ancient colonial houses that make up this city - one of the most beautiful colonial places in Mexico.
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General Information on OLE
The language school OLE was founded in Queretaro, Mexico in 1996. The school is located in the heart of the historical downtown of Queretaro. This beautiful colonial city has been declared 'Cultural Heritage of Mankind' by UNESCO. There are a lot of interesting places to visit during the day or night, and it is just 200 km north of Mexico City. Many historical and touristic places and attractions are within walking distance from the school.
Facilities
The colonial architecture of the school´s building with its two beautiful patios, 13 classrooms, library and internet area, 2 living rooms, BBQ area, ping pong and basketball facilities, 5 restrooms, Mexican kitchen and cafeteria, provides our students with a pleasant and family atmosphere where they can study Spanish and immerse into the Mexican culture.
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Mexico City. It takes 180 minutes by bus to school.
2.1. Language School OLE in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 60 Adult courses throughout the year: 25 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 6 throughout the year: 6 | |
| Spanish teacher qualifications: | 50 % hold a university degree 50 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | yes | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 33 years throughout the year: 33 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 18 years 5 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 1 % Germany 20 % England 3 % France 1 % Holland 4 % | Italy 1 % Japan 5 % Korea 2 % Switzerland 20 % USA 43 % |
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Show details of all courses | Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 245 | 455 | 660 | 845 | 1050 | 1255 | 1665 | 2075 | 2485 | 205 |
| Classes are divided as follows: one and a half hour of grammar, half an hour of exercises and vocabulary, one hour of workshop (writing, reading, conversation or listening comprehension) and two hours of cultural workshop in which we reinforce the four skills of any language (writing, reading, conversation and listening comprehension) but with a strong cultural emphasis on the Mexican culture. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 14:30 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
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| Price in US $ | 203 | 379 | 551 | 705 | 875 | 1045 | 1215 | 1555 | 1895 | 170 |
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 13:30 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
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| Price in US $ | 157 | 295 | 430 | 550 | 682 | 814 | 1078 | 1342 | 1606 | 132 |
| Classes are divided as follows: one and a half hour of grammar, half an hour of exercises and vocabulary and one hour of workshop (writing, reading, conversation or listening comprehension). | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:30 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
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| Price in US $ | 370 | 715 | 1050 | 1340 | 1660 | 1980 | 2620 | 3260 | 3900 | 320 |
| This is an excellent program for students who want to advance at his/her own pace. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 265 | 490 | 700 | 910 | 1135 | 1360 | 1810 | 2260 | 2710 | 225 |
| Kids and teenagers will have fun while learning a new language and interesting aspects of the Mexican culture. This program offers a dynamic methodology by combining Spanish classes with activities such as: Mexican games, arts and crafts, songs, etc., in a safe and healthy environment. Rates include all materials and activities. It is required that an adult accompanies students under 18 during their stay in Queretaro. A minimum of 3 students is required to open the program. Accommodation not included in the course price. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | 495 | 657 | 819 | 981 | 1305 | 1629 | 1953 | 162 |
| This course is a great opportunity to live the experience of studying abroad and living the Mexican culture. Our program combines Spanish classes with cultural classes (one Mexican cooking class per week and one visit to a point of interest in the city per week) and an OLÉ activity (Mexican lottery and games, movies, etc). It is conducted in small, same-level groups in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Duration of the program is 3 weeks, but students can stay longer if they wish. A minimum of 3 students is required to open the program. | ||||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 310 | 606 | 876 | 1146 | 1416 | 1686 | 2226 | 2766 | 3306 | 270 |
| 15 group lessons + 10 private lessons per week, in which students can practice and reinforce specific areas of interest or problems, and/or learn special vocabulary (business, medical, tourism, etc.) needed for their profession or career. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
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| Price in US $ | 403 | 770 | 1105 | 1455 | 1800 | 2145 | 2835 | 3525 | 4215 | 345 |
| 25 group lessons + 10 private lessons, in which students can practice and reinforce specific areas of interest or problems, and/or learn special vocabulary (business, medical, tourism, etc.) needed for their profession or career. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
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| Note: All courses offered by OLE, Queretaro can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 55 minutes |
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School's administrative fee: | 70.00 US $ |
| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 15 US $. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 01.Apr.2010, 02.Apr.2010, 01.May.2010, 05.May.2010, 16.Sep.2010, 02.Nov.2010, 25.Dec.2010, 05.Feb.2010, 21.Mar.2010, 04.Apr.2010, 05.Apr.2010, 12.Oct.2010, 01.Nov.2010, 20.Nov.2010, 12.Dec.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 15.Mar.2010, 15.Nov.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Spanish, English |
| Comments about courses: | All programs are flexible, with a combination of grammar, conversation and workshops according to the student\\\'s level. |
Show details of all accommodations | weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] ![]() | |
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| Price in US $ | 190 | 380 | 570 | 760 | 190 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Homestay is booked from Sunday to Sunday or from Saturday to Saturday. There are no meals provided on Sundays, but students can then use the kitchen and prepare their own meals. Distance from school: 15 minutes walking Includes: Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 28 US $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in US $ | 165 | 330 | 495 | 660 | 165 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Homestay is booked from Sunday to Sunday or from Saturday to Saturday. There are no meals provided on Sundays, but students can then use the kitchen and prepare their own meals. Includes: Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 25 US $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Single room | on request |
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| Optional airport transfer: | Mexico City: for 236 US $ (one way) Queretaro: for 57 US $ (one way) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing | 5 km | |||
| Golf | 15 km | |||
| Horse riding | 15 km | |||
| Music | 5 km | |||
| Squash | 5 km | |||
| Tennis | 5 km | |||
| Volleyball | 5 km | |||
| Other leisure options: | Swimming | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by OLE: | Mexican cooking, visits to traditional Mexican markets, museums, lottery. | |||
| No. of reviews: | 9 |
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| Overall rating | 4.3/5.0 (Details) |
| City | 4.8/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.4/5.0 |
| Facilities | 4.1/5.0 |
| Social activities | 3.1/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.8/5.0 |
| Value for money | 4.0/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 4.3/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | --- |
| Other | 4.0/5.0 |
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