Best Spanish schools in Madrid by category - student age group, value for money
Madrid ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Madrid
What our students said about Madrid
Madrid is a fabulous place, even though I have been to Spain many times I'd never been able to spend any time there. It really has something for everyone, from exceptional museums to parks, restaurants and plays and music bars and ... something for everyone. The only real risk is doing too much. The metro works extremely well in Madrid and it's easy to get around.
The transport is very convenient. With a youth card of 20 euros, you can take all kinds of transportation in Madrid for a month, and you can go to some nearby cities. People in the city are friendly, but most of them don't speak English. Overall consumption is about the same as in Germany.
China
Very expensive for students like us. Great nightlife but the bars are also quite expensive and the police are very controlling. Nobody speaks English which is great for learning Spanish but at the same time people are not very friendly when they notice you don't speak Spanish.
Germany
A beautiful, vibrant city with a wonderful balance of Nature in parks and surrounding areas!! Such a clean and well organized easy metro system and the city is kept clean and safe. Very easy to live and love Madrid!!
Madrid is a big city, and as a big urban area has its pros and cons. It's a great city to visit however you must be careful in tourist areas.
Italy
In my opinion, Madrid is a nice, clean and safe city with many attractions. Not exactly a tourist city so it is affordable
I love Madrid! More typical Spanish than Barcelona. If you want to get to know the Spanish life, Madrid can show you.
Netherlands
Very open and clearly laid out, lots within walking distance, many parks and squares....
Germany
Madrid is lovely, but I had to take the train for 45 minutes to get there.
Denmark
I'll be recommending Madrid to all my friends, especially for its art.
Switzerland
Beautiful city, lots of places to visit: museums, parks, exhibitions.
Israel
I did not use public transport, so I have no opinion about it.
Norway
A cosmopolitan city and very nice and helpful people.
Germany
Great city with fantastic public transportation
Ireland
Culturally very diverse, lots of good museums.
Austria
Love Madrid, great city with lots of fun!!!
Sweden
Great, great attitude to life, Pura Vida!
Germany
A safe, tolerant and interesting city.
Netherlands
One of the best cities in the world.
What school directors said about Madrid
The capital of Spain offers much more than any other Spanish town. Vibrant city, full of life, thousand things going on every singe day.
Madrid, is a bustling, lively, and exciting city. It possesses a charming and unique personality; a capital of people who will make you feel at home.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Madrid
Nice teachers who always try to involve all participants!
11 March 2024
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 66 years
Super nice teacher, good organisation.
27 November 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 1 week
Student age: 50 years
Great teachers, everyone is very kind and ready to help if there is a problem.
16 October 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 19 years
the professionalism of the teachers, the excellent organisation and the diversity of the students
15 August 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 62 years
Super friendly teachers, great atmosphere
16 July 2023
Course: Intensive 25 - 7 weeks
Student age: 19 years
Information about Madrid
- Lively night scene.
- Great variety of Spanish food options.
- Lots of history and culture to learn about.
- Great public transportation system.
- No mediterranean beaches.
- City centre is expensive.
Key Facts about Madrid
- Price index excluding rent: 61* (39% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 50* (50% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:50* (50% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Spain average):
4.45 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Madrid
Events in Madrid
28 April 2024Race through the streets of Madrid in one of several races held this weekend. The Rock'n'Roll Marathon Series also includes great live shows.
12 August 2024 - 15 August 2024Long standing festival of photography and the visual arts.
What to do in Madrid
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 30 minutes, 25 minutes.
Main stops: Aeropuerto T4, Fuente de la Mora, Chamartin, Nuevos Ministerios, Recoletos
Every 10 minutes, 55 minutes.
Main stops: Aeropuerto T4, Aeropuerto T2, Aeropuerto 1, Metro O Donnell, Cibeles
Taxi: 25 minutes drive to city center of Madrid
Q&A - Questions and answers about Madrid
- I would like to know how much the Italian course costs for 24 weeks and also if the classes are face-to-face or virtual.
“At present (2023) we do not offer Italian courses in Madrid or in any other Spanish city, but we can offer you Italian courses in Italy (Roma, Milan, Florence...).”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 17, 2023Can I book a Spanish language course in Madrid?“Yes, we have many excellent partner schools in Madrid offering Spanish courses.”Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 11, 2022My daughter is studying Spanish and is coming to Madrid and would like a 3-day intensive language experience. What are the options?“All the intensive courses with group lessons take place on weekdays, from Monday to Friday (5 consecutive days). Considering that your daughter has a tight schedule, we would recommend private lessons for her. Private classes are fully personalized and give the student the opportunity to establish their own schedule and pace of learning. These classes are excellent for improving and progressing in specific areas, such as phonetics or reading comprehension and vocabulary.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 01, 2022FAQ about schools in Madrid
- How long does it take to complete A2 level?“If you have already completed A1 it takes approximately 8 weeks to complete A2 if you study 20 lessons per week. If you are a complete beginner it will take 4-6 additional weeks.”Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 17, 2023I am a senior interested in taking a 3-week Spanish immersion course with other seniors. I prefer Madrid or Barcelona. Which city would be best for me?“Barcelona is the perfect destination if you want to see the sites of Antoni Gaudí, enjoy a vibrant culinary scene, and spend time on the beach. Conversely, if you're looking for a less crowded, more affordable immersion in Spanish history and art galleries, Madrid is the place.”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 16, 2023I am 56 and would like to do a course with people from different age groups. Is that possible?“Yes, it is possible. Most schools prefer to group students by language level, not age. ”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 07, 2023I was looking for a one-week Spanish course for adult beginners with a personal teacher.“Undoubtedly the best option for a week is the teacher's home programme, which allows you to make the most of your time, or alternatively a private tuition course. We will be happy to provide you with quotes and information for both options as soon as you send us more information about the period you are interested in.”Antonio Zoppo, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 09, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of Spanish courses & camps for teenager and children in Madrid or other 39 different Spanish course types in Madrid.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at Spanish language schools in other cities in Spain such as Alcala de Henares, Alicante, Almeria, Almuñécar, Barbate (Cadiz) ..., Barcelona, Bilbao, Cadiz, Castelldefels, Conil de la Frontera, Denia, Dosrius (Barcelona), El Médano (Tenerife), El Puerto de Santa María, Elche, Gijón, Girona, Granada, Ibiza, Jaén, Jerez de la Frontera, Lanzarote, Las Palmas, Leon, Logroño, Mahón (Menorca), Malaga, Marbella, Murcia, Nerja, Palma de Mallorca, Pamplona, Platja d'Aro (Costa Brava), Prado del Rey, Puzol (Valencia), Salamanca, San Pedro de Alcántara, San Sebastian, Santander, Santiago de Compostela, Sevilla, Soria, Tarragona, Tenerife, Valencia, Vejer de la Frontera, Vigo, Zaragoza or see our list of all schools in Spain. You may also want to consult options outside Spain for learning Spanish.Show more