Spanish World InstituteBogota, Colombia
- Free leisure and cultural activities organised by the school.
- Small class sizes
- E-learning platform.
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 40% of students are from Germany
Location: Spanish World Institute Bogota is located in the outstanding capital city of Colombia, Bogota, the third-highest city in South America. Housed in the trendy Chapinero Alto neighbourhood, a beautiful residential part of the city. The school is close to several tourist, cultural and business areas and well connected by public transport. There are also many eateries, restaurants, supermarkets and shops within walking distance of the school's front doors.
Social and cultural: Bogata has much to offer students and is home to various interesting sites and attractions. The most popular of these sites include the Jardín Botánico de Bogotá José Celestino Mutis, Botero Museum, Plaza de Bolivar, the Museo Nacional de Colombia, Maloka Museo Interactivo and the Salitre Mágico & Parque Mundo Aventura adventure parks.
Course selection: Spanish World Institute Bogota supplies Spanish courses suitable for students of all levels and various necessities. In addition to General Spanish taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also supplies combination programmes of Spanish and an additional activity, Exam Preparation (DELE) and private tuition. The combination courses can include volunteering, Medical Spanish, Colombian Culture, Tourism, Activities and Salsa. The school also supplies Business Spanish.
Accommodation: The school can provide accommodation in homestay facilities with local families and a guest house, which is within a 15-minute walk of the school's front doors.
- The language school Spanish World Institute was founded in Bogota, Colombia in 2006.
- Tax registration ID: NIT830.035.944-1
- Abbreviated name of school: SWI Bogota
Spanish Courses
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Price at school Our price | 310 295 | 620 589 | 930 884 | 1240 1178 | 1680 1596 | 2240 2128 | 3185 3026 | 3920 3724 | 4900 4655 | 5880 5586 | 225 214 |
This course is ideal for students who needs to improve the language in a short time.
Intensive courses(30 lessons per week) are not offered for the weeks with bank holidays in Colombia
This course is ideal for students who need to improve their Spanish in a short time.
We offer 4 levels of teaching Spanish: beginners, elementary, intermediate and advanced plus DELE exam preparation.
Morning: 8:00 - 14:00
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Price at school Our price | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1188 1129 | 1584 1505 | 1930 1834 | 2249 2137 | 2768 2630 | 3060 2907 | 3672 3489 |
Spanish language courses are carefully structured; classes will include the functions of Spanish grammar, Spanish reading, Spanish oral comprehension, Spanish written, listening and exercises, as well as cultural activities.
Spanish courses are carefully structured; classes will include the functions of Spanish grammar, Spanish reading, Spanish oral comprehension, Spanish writing, listening and exercises; as well as cultural activities.
Morning: 8:00 - 11:00
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Price at school Our price | 228 217 | 456 434 | 684 650 | 912 867 | 1338 1272 | 1784 1695 | 2574 2446 | 3168 3010 | 3960 3762 | 4752 4515 | 178 170 |
This course is focused on developing the communicative skills: listening, spoken interaction and production, writing, grammar, vocabulary, reading and pronunciation. The morning is usually spent focusing on the grammar of the language and the afternoon is used to practice.
This Spanish course is focused on developing communicative skills: listening, spoken interaction and production, writing, grammar, vocabulary, reading and pronunciation. The first block of lessons is usually spent focusing on the grammar of the language, and the second block of lessons is for practising language skills.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
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Price in US$ | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course offers Spanish classes in the morning with various visits and excursions to touristic places in the afternoons and on weekends. These trips are organised according to students interests and requests. Cost of the visits and excursions are not included in the course price.
This course offers Spanish classes in the morning with various visits and excursions to touristic places in the afternoons. These trips are organised according to students interests and requests. Cost of the visits and excursions are not included in the course price.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 16:30
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Price at school Our price | 300 285 | 540 513 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
The course is completely individualized according to the students interests, targets and abilities. All material is provided by the school and you will have free access to the Spanish school classroom platform.
The course is completely individualized according to the students interests, targets and abilities. All material is provided by the school and you will have free access to the Spanish school classroom platform.
Morning: 8:00 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:30
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Price at school Our price | 300 285 | 540 513 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
10 one-to-one lessons per week tailored to your specific language needs. The course includes a complete needs analysis and a program of work agreed on by the teacher and the student and a specialized individual study plan will be prepared.
10 one-to-one lessons per week tailored to your specific language needs. The course includes a complete needs analysis and a program of work agreed on by the teacher and the student and a specialized individual study plan will be prepared.
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:30
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Price in US$ | 323 307 | 646 614 | 969 921 | 1292 1228 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course combines 20 hours of general Spanish with 6 hours of salsa lessons carefully constructed to give you a complete learning of different steps and salsa variations.
This course combines 20 hours of general Spanish with 6 hours of salsa lessons carefully constructed to give you a complete learning of different steps and salsa variations.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:30
Information for all courses offered by Spanish World Institute
Intensive courses (30 lessons per week) are not offered for the weeks with bank holidays in Colombia.
01 Jan 2024, 08 Jan 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 28 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 May 2024, 13 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 07 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
Spanish World Institute (SWI)
“Wide range of spanish Courses to suit almost every need. Our methodology help students to learn fast We help them to set the spanish learning goals. ”
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Computer lab
Library
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 4Paid parking (<500m)
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
84 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 3 km |
Basketball | | 2 km |
Cooking | | 1 km |
Dancing | | 1 km |
Football (soccer) | | 4 km |
Horse riding | | 8 km |
Mountainbiking | | 10 km |
Music | | - |
Squash | | 2 km |
Swimming | | 2 km |
Table Tennis | | 2 km |
Tennis | | 6 km |
Volleyball | | 2 km |
Yoga | | 4 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Video evenings and parties
- Strolls through the city
Adults - Paid activities
- Concerts
- Restaurants
- Festivals
- Sporting events
- Dance clubs
- Museums
Accommodation
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Price in US$ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
This type of self-catering accommodation involves sharing a house and amenities. Some of the rooms are single.
This type of self-catering accommodation involves sharing a house and amenities. Some of the rooms are single.
Most of the accommodations are located in the neighbourhood of Palermo, with its beautiful English style Colonial Houses.
Type of room: Single
High Speed Internet: YES
The bathroom in shared by other residents in the house
The distance to the school is about 15 minutes by public transport or 30 minutes walking
Ratings of Spanish World Institute compared to ratings of all schools in Colombia
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Student opinions about Spanish World Institute, Bogota
Student Testimonial Videos
Questions and answers about Spanish World Institute
- Do I need a visa for Colombia?“Once you have applied for a Spanish course, we will contact you within 24 hours to inform you of your application status and other information including visa requirements according your nationality.
Students who plan to study for more than six months must apply for a student visa in the nearest Colombian Embassy, and provide the following documents:
Visa application form
Valid passport and a photocopy of it.
Acceptance letter issued by SWI confirming course length, starting date and number of hours per week.
Authenticated Photocopy of SWI constitution document.
Documents of evidence of Economic support to cover the student studies and maintenance in Colombia.
Accommodation details.
Copy of the return ticket.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022 - Can I make alterations to my booking?“We shall be happy to comply with your wishes for changes in your arrangements in respect of dates, accommodation, etc., as far as possible, up to 2 weeks before the start date of your program. Any change less than 2 weeks of the starting date will cost US$50, at the time of writing. ”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
- Will someone meet me on my arrival?“The school offers an airport pick up, you will be taken to your accommodation, you will be provided with a welcome pack notifying you of important information to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Please note that should you require a pick up, an additional cost usually applies.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
- What if I can't speak a word of Spanish right now?“Our school is very experienced with teaching “absolute beginners” and offer courses designed specifically for you. You may feel somewhat more disoriented upon arrival in your chosen country for a time than someone who has a basic knowledge of the language, but this will change quickly thanks to our teaching methods, courses and teachers.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
- How will I get around when I arrive?“The school and accommodation options have excellent access to public transportation or are within easy walking distance of each. We will provide you a city map and give some websites for checking.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
- When do the lessons start?“The course begins on a Monday, and we encourage you to join on that day, especially if you are an absolute beginner. We will let you join at any time if you are booking a course of individual instruction.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
- Will my level be tested?“Yes, we ask the students to answer the Spanish test that is on our website by doing this, you will be assured of being assigned to a class that is appropriate for you and oral evaluation and is done on the first day of classes.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
- How can I benefit the best from my learning experience?“There are some important practices you need to become familiar with on a daily basis to gain the most from your Spanish studies.
Speaking: Use the language as often as possible. This could be in a shop, restaurant, asking for directions. It could be in class, with a home stay family, at a hotel. Anywhere and everywhere is the key.
Listening: Research the way people pronounce and use the language naturally. You will notice accents and pronunciation, sentence structure; you will build your vocabulary.
Reading: Try to read newspapers articles, some short stories in Spanish, children stories etc.
Writing: Make short essays of 200 in different topics, cultural activities and other interesting issues that you may like.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022 - How far is the homestay form the school?“The homestays are at around 40 minutes by public transport to the school.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
- What’s the average age of the students in your school?
“Student are on average 30 years old.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 09, 2022
FAQ about Spanish World Institute,
- What is the best price for a course at Spanish World Institute, Bogota?Spanish courses at Spanish World Institute start at 190 US$ for Standard Spanish Course course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by Spanish World Institute?Yes. The school offers pickup from El Dorado International Airport (47 US$)
- What is the number of students per class at Spanish World Institute?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Spanish World Institute varies from 1 students (Online Private Lessons ) to 6 students (Intensive Spanish Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Spanish World Institute?100% of teachers at Spanish World Institute hold a university degree. 3% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Spanish World Institute from?The highest Nationality percentage at Spanish World Institute comes from Germany with a 40% representation, followed by students from USA (15%) and France (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Spanish World Institute offers courses for which ages?Spanish World Institute offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 28 during the summer and 38 for the rest of the year.