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Montanita Spanish SchoolMontanita, Ecuador

From 180US$ per week
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Overall school rating of Montanita Spanish School, Montanita
Ranked #1 of 0 Spanish schools in Montanita
School
Location of the school
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Facilities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Accommodation
Other
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

What we like about the school
  • Welcome dinner.
  • The school cabanas feature a swimming pool, jacuzzi and hammocks.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
  • Rooftop terrace
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Montañita Spanish School is located in the charming and funky beach town of Montañita, Ecuador. The school is housed in a fantastic modern building close to the beach, with lots of natural light and views out to the sea. A short distance from the local bus station, multiple restaurants, hostels, shops and supermarkets, students are in an excellent place to enjoy the beauty of Montañita to its fullest.

Course selection: Finding the right course for your needs is made easy with Montañita Spanish School as, along with traditional Spanish courses taught in groups, the school also offers Spanish in conjunction with Scuba Diving, Surfing and more. Students are sure to learn a lot and have some memorable moments along the way. The school also runs exemplary Spanish & Volunteering programmes, where students may volunteer in local schools, Medical Clinics, Orphanages and on educational projects regarding the environment.

Accommodation: The school has some excellent options for accommodation, with private cabins, with or without kitchens, Homestay accommodation within local families, and shared dormitories, all fantastic choices.

Social and Cultural: Montañita Spanish School are also happy to organise extraordinary trips, such as tours of the Galápagos islands which can last up to 8 days or more! The school also doubles up as a surf school, organising classes in Surf, Yoga, Scuba Diving and Kite surfing for all interested students.
  • The language school Montanita Spanish School was founded in Montanita, Ecuador in 2007.
  • Legal name / parent company: Montanita Spanish School
  • Tax registration ID: 1309537320001

Spanish Courses

General Language
Private

Information for all courses offered by Montanita Spanish School

Comments about courses

Airport transfer: USD 100 one way.
Airport transfer: USD 190 Round Trip

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
20.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 13 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 May 2024, 24 May 2024, 10 Aug 2024, 11 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 02 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Please note this school reserves the right to cancel confirmed bookings if a minimum number of students is not reached. Notification of such cancellation would happen at least 5 days before the course is due to start.
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 Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
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Montanita Spanish School

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Spanish teacher qualifications
60% hold a university degree
40% 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 7:30
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Montanita Spanish School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
PayPal - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Movie rental

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Printer for student use

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 9
    Number of public PC workstations: 1
    Free parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 40
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 35
Junior courses - In summer: 1
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 1
Minimum age of students
18 years
7 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: 25 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Ecuador and attending a language course.
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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
10 US$
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
Cooking0.6 km
Dancing-
Diving45 km
Football (soccer)0.2 km
Horse riding20 km
Swimming0.6 km
Volleyball0.6 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Welcome dinners, Volleyball tournament, beach cleanup.

Adults - Paid activities

Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday there are salsa classes for $7 dollars each.

The school offers everyday yoga classes for $7, but there needs to be a minimum of three people.

On Mondays the school has a cena de bienvenida (welcome-dinner) for the new students.

Once a month, the school offers a cooking class. Cecilia, a local cook, teaches the students how to make an Ecuadorian dinner. In the same week as the cooking class there is a surf trip to a pretty beach to enjoy the waves and the sunset. If you don't want to surf, you can also come and enjoy the beach.

For the rest of the month the activities change per week.
Video about leisure activities at Montanita Spanish School Montanita

Accommodation

Ratings of Montanita Spanish School compared to ratings of all schools in Ecuador

 Montanita Spanish School MontanitaAverage of all other schools in Ecuador
Overall school rating4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Location of the school4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Social activities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Organisation4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Quality of teaching4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Homestay5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shared flat5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Student opinions about Montanita Spanish School, Montanita

Liked
The lessons were well organised.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: BIldungsurlaub (20 group + 10 individual) - 2 weeks
9. Dec. 2023
Liked
Good progress on grammar
Disliked
- Everything on paper, no electronic material - Very theoretical, no practical exercises (watch movie, ask for the way, etc.) - Split lessons in two blocks far apart. No upfront schedule or test. Everything presented on day 1. - Everybody talks English in Montanita. - All juniors, no senior people. - No re-leveling tests.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: Private Course - 1 week
2. Nov. 2022
Liked
Great Spanish teachers
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Private Cabaña
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Group Course  - 4 weeks
1. May. 2023

Map  

Via Principal, en la montaña 50 metros antes del Paradero de buses, On the main street, on the hill 50 meters before the bus stop, Montañita - 240110 Montanita
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Questions and answers about Montanita Spanish School

  • The pick-up service is not included in the price. We can arrange a private transfer for a fee. Please give us the travel dates and we will inform you about the price.
    The other option would be to take a taxi from the airport to the bus station and from Guayaquil take a bus to Montañita.
    Gijs, from - Nov 07, 2022
  • The school is open year-round and students can start on any Monday.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2023
  • Yes, the school can organize private lessons for the student and adapt the content according to the student's level and interests.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2023
  • We are actually not directly on the beach. The school is on a hill with a fantastic view of the beach. To get here you have to climb a flight of stairs.
    If it rains heavily at night, there may be mud at the bottom of the stairs. The path will be cleared of mud by our team as quickly as possible in the morning. Until then, be careful about moving up to school.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 25, 2023

FAQ about Montanita Spanish School,

  • Spanish courses at Montanita Spanish School start at 180 US$ for Group Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • The accommodation Shared Dorm - Cabaña is the most popular among all our clients of Montanita Spanish School
  • Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Private Course
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Montanita Spanish School varies from 1 students (Private Course) to 6 students (Group Course )
  • 60% of teachers at Montanita Spanish School hold a university degree. 40% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • Montanita Spanish School offers courses from 10 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.

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3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

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