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Máximo NivelSan Jose, Costa Rica

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3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Overall school rating of Máximo Nivel, San Jose
Ranked #2 of 7 Spanish schools in San Jose
School
Location of the school
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Social activities
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Organisation
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

What we like about the school
  • Free Tandem Conversation Program
  • Free Spansih Tutoring Table
  • Free coffee and tea.
  • Small class sizes
  • Top rated social activities (4.5/5.0)
What we dislike about the school
  • Nationality mix could be more balanced. 45% of students are from USA
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Conveniently located in San Pedro, about 15 minutes by bus from downtown San Jose and right by two major universities in an area full of diverse restaurants and shopping opportunities.
  • The language school Máximo Nivel was founded in San Jose, Costa Rica in 1994.
  • Legal name / parent company: Maximo Nivel SA
  • Tax registration ID: 3-101468809

Spanish Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Work & Study
Business

Information for all courses offered by Máximo Nivel

Comments about courses

Spanish Programs also include:

  • Airport pick-up

  • Safety orientation

  • Walking tour

  • Tandem Conversation Program (Language Exchange)
Lesson duration
55 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 28 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 11 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 02 Aug 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

Lessons needed per Spanish language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
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 Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Note: All courses offered by Máximo Nivel, San Jose can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • Cokking
    Cokking28/45
  • San Jose beach trip
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  • Cooking class
    Cooking class 30/45
  • Homestay lounge
    Homestay lounge31/45
  • Homestay Kitchen
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  • Shared bedroom
    Shared bedroom33/45
  • Working hard
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  • Class
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  • Taking a break between lessons
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  • Studying at Máximo Nivel
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  • Making new friends
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  • Learning at Máximo Nivel
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  • Learning a language
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Máximo Nivel

“Get a taste of the true Costa Rican culture in the capital city, while accessing the beauty that Costa Rica has to offer through weekend and day trips”
Emily Rozmajzl
– 
Emily Rozmajzl
Director of Máximo Nivel
Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTONAFSAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Spanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 7:00
Student gender mix
35% male / 65% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Máximo Nivel and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Soccer field / football pitch

  • Free coffee

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 15
    Number of public PC workstations: 6
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 70
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 60
Junior courses - In summer: 30
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses In summer: 10
Junior courses Throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
In summer: 23 years
Throughout the year: 28 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Juan Santamaria International Airport:
30 US$ drop off
free airport transfer without additional costs one way
Best arrival airport is SJO.
More information about airports around San Jose and how to get from the airport to San Jose on your own here on our San Jose 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.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Basketball-
Cooking-
Dancing-
Diving175 km
Football (soccer)-
Golf10 km
Horse riding-
Mountainbiking-
Music-
Sailing-
Swimming-
Tennis-
Volleyball-
Windsurfing-
Yoga10 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Weekly salsa classes
Weekly cooking classes
Spanish Tutoring Table
Tandem Conversation Exchange
Weekly reflection workshop
Cultural lectures and shows

Adults - Paid activities

Various tours and trips:
Coffee Tour at Café Britt (1 day) - USD 61
Volcan Irazu, Orosi Valley & Lankaster Gardens (1 day) - USD 127
Tortuguero National Park (1 day) - USD 155
Manuel Antonio (2D/1N) - USD 375

Junior - Free activities

Weekly salsa classes.
Weekly cooking classes.
Spanish Tutoring Table.
Tandem Conversation Exchange.
Weekly reflection workshop.
Cultural lectures and shows.

Junior - Paid activities

San Jose City Tour - USD 66
Toucan & Sloth Rescue Ranch - USD 95
Video about leisure activities at Máximo Nivel San Jose

Accommodation

Ratings of Máximo Nivel compared to ratings of all schools in Costa Rica

 Máximo Nivel San JoseAverage of all other schools in Costa Rica
Overall school rating3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Location of the school4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Organisation4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Quality of teaching4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Value for money3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Homestay0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shared flat0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Map  

De La Farmacia La Bomba 75m South, left side - 11501 San Jose
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Questions and answers about Máximo Nivel

  • Yes, we could definitely sign your children up for Private Spanish Lessons in San Jose. The minimum would be 1 hour daily.
    Nati, Admissions Team from Máximo Nível - Jul 25, 2021

FAQ about Máximo Nivel,

  • Spanish courses at Máximo Nivel start at 186 US$ for Spanish Program - Group 10 course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Student Residence is the most popular among all our clients of Máximo Nivel
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Juan Santamaria International Airport ( US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Máximo Nivel varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10) to 8 students (Spanish Program - Group 20)
  • 100% of teachers at Máximo Nivel hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Máximo Nivel comes from USA with a 45% representation, followed by students from Germany (10%) and England (10%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Máximo Nivel offers courses from 13 years (Junior Spanish Camp, 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.

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