Reviews of Instituto Superior de Español, Quito, Ecuador
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Instituto Superior de Español, Quito, Ecuador
Instituto Superior de Español, Quito, Ecuador
Based on 39 reviews of former students of Instituto Superior de Español
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Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (13 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (7 ratings)
Students 50+ years (8 ratings)
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Individual Reviews
Instituto Superior de Español
19. Aug. 2025
Chantalle (25 years) 
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 private) - 1 week
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 private) - 1 weekOverall rating
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"All the staff at the school are extremely friendly and helpful. The director, Señor Eugenio, goes out of his way to fulfil every request and help with any concerns. My teacher, Tania, is patient and taught me fantastically well. The well-being of the students is the top priority for everyone. I am grateful for everything I have learned from these warm-hearted people. It has been a fantastic interpersonal and cultural exchange. I would visit this school again anytime!"
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"I have nothing negative to report."
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"The view from the Pacific."
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"An excellent school that is run with heart!"
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"Although it is a city with over a million inhabitants, I always felt safe during the day. Quito has many beautiful spots and it is easy to get from A to B by bus and metro. People were always friendly to me. I didn't go out at night, so I can't comment on that."
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"My host family treated me like their own daughter. I was included in all activities and my vegan diet was warmly respected. I experienced so much hospitality and love in one week. Gracias a Patricia, Maria y Alejandra!"
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20. May. 2024
Peter (61 years) United States Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 private) - 2 weeks
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"The entire teaching & support staff were all eager to provide an excellent learning & cultural experience."
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"No negative issues relating to school, staff, homestay or learning environment. I wish I could have somehow stayed longer. I miss you, Ecuador & my many new friends!!"
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"Loved it! I have travelled extensively. It is safer than most big cities in US, EU, North Africa & near East. Normal precautions: don't be stupid or careless & no issues or concerns. Lovely people, good food, friendly place."
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"Very nice family."
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Superior Homestay
2. Jan. 2024
Noah (53 years) United States Course: Super Combo Course (20 group + 15 private) - 1 week
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"Great school in lovely Quito! Very well run, outstanding teachers."
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30. Jun. 2023
Toni (72 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 private) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 private) - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendliness, small classes, assistance and support, good information, pleasant, almost family-like atmosphere."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"This course leaves little time for other activities - except at weekends"
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"Small classes, individual organisation of lessons possible"
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"Exhausting in the first days, few opportunities to take part in the afternoon events offered"
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"Friendly, familiar contact, good help and support with all questions"
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3. Apr. 2023
Urs (65 years) Course: Standard Course - 9 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 9 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Great atmosphere between all, lively exchange between students and teachers."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Previous knowledge is an advantage."
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"The people are attentive and helpful."
City/place
"Quito is to fall in love with, with many parks and a consistent climate."
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"I was able to massively improve my Spanish skills. As a real beginner, I was able to integrate well."
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"It was great that there were other students in the same place. The hostess was attentive and provided support where needed."
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23. Jan. 2023
Galen (36 years) United States Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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"Everyone was friendly and helpful. The pacing of the classes were catered to my specific needs and it attracted other fun and like-minded students!"
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"I enjoyed getting to know Quito! After dark, things kind of shut down and it feels much less safe, but I didn’t actually have any problems."
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"The accommodations were near perfect. Had a private space and breakfast provided every morning before class. Valeria is the sweetest and most accommodating host one could ask for. Highly recommend!"
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14. Nov. 2022
Nicola (28 years) Course: Private Course 20 - 1 week
Course: Private Course 20 - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Grammar was taught well"
Negative aspects
"Could not talk as much as I had wished to"
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18. Jul. 2022
Kim (31 years) Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"Our teacher Adriana is great! And the school is very flexible, because we couldn't attend for 3 days due to an incident, they rescheduled us so we could make up the 3 days. And there are fresh pastries every day during break and even cakes for birthdays."
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11. Jul. 2022
Samantha (18 years) United States Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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"I liked the small classes and interactive learning as well as the planned activities."
Negative aspects
"I wish the classrooms had windows"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Don't miss out on the little almuerzo places in the city as well as teleférico, museo Guayasamin, and mitad del mundo if possible"
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"It is very tailored to the student, so no matter your level, you will be learning a lot"
Accommodation
"The family was so welcoming, helpful, and caring during my stay. The house was clean and there was always plenty of food and conversation."
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Superior Homestay
27. Aug. 2009
Cornelia (28 years) United Kingdom Course: Classico - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Teachers, other students"
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20. Aug. 2009
Ralph (56 years) Canada Course: Combined (4h. Group + 2h. Individual) - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Intimate and great teachers"
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17. Nov. 2008
Tobias (25 years) Course: Combined (4h. Group + 2h. Individual) - 1 week
Course: Combined (4h. Group + 2h. Individual) - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Very good teachers. All very nice. If you need help with anything, they will help you. Always activities on weekends and partys on thursdays."
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Hostal Casapaxi
19. Mar. 2008
Julia (20 years) Course: Classico - 4 weeks
Course: Classico - 4 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers were all very friendly, helpful and funny."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The trips on the weekends are very interesting and well organized."
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"Even though it`s one of the cheapest language schools in quito, the classes have a very high standard. I can highly recommend it!"
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4. Jan. 2008
Guillaume (26 years) Ireland Course: Classico - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Their teachers"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Don't hesitate to ask for a new teacher if you don't feel comfortable with the one that you've got"
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5. Nov. 2007
Lauren (63 years) Course: Standard Plus Deluxe (4h. Group + 2h. Individual + Homestay) - 1 week
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"Very nice atmosphere, coffee breaks with rolls a nice touch. Teacher, Marie Elizabeth, excellent. She always managed to explain anything in Spanish so we understood. Geovanny did really good 2 hour private conversation lessons walking through the city and in the historical center. Everyone went all out to help. Great experience. Will do it again, though probably in a different city (they have one in Otavalo and the Galapagos)."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I liked 2 hours of private conversation time in addition to class time"
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"Really a nice place and a very good idea before travel. They have lots of learning/travel options as well."
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Homestay Executive
25. Mar. 2007
Sophia (23 years) 
Course: Classico - 1 week
Course: Classico - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"I really like the spanish course, because it's very instructive,my teacher were very good and comprehensive. I enjoy also those breack because it permit me to discus with the others students. This is a nice and great spanish school."
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27. Feb. 2007
Anna Margarita (22 years) 
Course: Standard Plus Deluxe (4h. Group + 2h. Individual + Homestay) - 3 weeks
Course: Standard Plus Deluxe (4h. Group + 2h. Individual + Homestay) - 3 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The excursions"
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Homestay Executive
23. Aug. 2006
Yvonne (26 years) 
Course: Classico - 3 weeks
Course: Classico - 3 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Little travel agency with english speaking lady"
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16. Aug. 2006
Katharina (33 years) Course: Classico - 1 week
Course: Classico - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Nice people who cared a lot"
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10. Mar. 2005
Barbara (19 years) Course: One-to-One
Course: One-to-OneOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Atmosphere"
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19. Jan. 2005
Tracey (21 years) Usa Course: One-to-One
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Positive aspects of school
"Well run and organized, planned social activities, teachers are very experienced, different options offered (week in Otavalo, traveling classroom)"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I did 1 week in Quito and the traveling classroom. I would definitely recommend the traveling classroom but be warned - you don't always stay at the nicest place in town (which suprised me based on its price)"
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"Other things included: unlimited internet at nearby internet cafe, 3 salsa lessons/week & gym access. There are also tons of trip organizers in Quito (not affiliated with the school) for cheap/fun weekend getaways. Biking Dutchman was amazing"
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17. Sep. 2004
Matthias (22 years) Course: Standard
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"The activities organised by the school are fantastic! Weekend trips, sightseeing in Quito, dinners in the school with food from all over the world .... all perfectly organised! The school runs kind of an internal travel agency, really comfortable for all students who want to travel afterwards!"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Do the Quilotoa loop, the hike Chugchilan - Quilotoa is a paradise!"
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"The school is not too big, so you feel comfortable very quickly in that family of students and teachers. The organised weekend trips are hilarious!"
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11. Jun. 2009
Mavis (26 years) Course: Classico - 1 week
Course: Classico - 1 weekOverall rating
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19. Dec. 2005
Cassandra Course: Combined (4h. Group + 2h. Individual) - 1 week
Course: Combined (4h. Group + 2h. Individual) - 1 weekOverall rating
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Homestay Executive
4. Aug. 2004
Katrin (28 years) Germany Course: One-to-One
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1. Nov. 2003
Nicole (29 years) Australia Course: Standard
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1. Nov. 2003
Mathew (32 years) Australia Course: Standard
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10. May. 2003
Jet (25 years) The Netherlands Course: One-to-One
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1. Aug. 2001
Annick (21 years)
Course: One-to-One
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12. Jul. 2019
Tanja (30 years) Germany Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 private) - 1 week
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"This school is awesome. I would recommend it to anybody who would like to practice Spanish."
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8. Jan. 2007
Martial (42 years) Course: Classico - 2 weeks
Course: Classico - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Homestay Executive
20. Jun. 2023
Marie (30 years) 
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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27. Feb. 2023
Corinna Germany Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 private) - 1 week
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25. Oct. 2022
Christian (32 years) Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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16. Oct. 2022
Irene Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeksOverall rating
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12. Oct. 2004
Anonymous (25 years) Course: Standard
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9. Oct. 2003
Christian Course: Standard
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20. Sep. 2003
S (25 years) The Netherlands Course: Standard
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