Academia El Capitán Las Palmas Language School Spain

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Avenida Rafael Cabrera 13-15 - 35002 Las Palmas - see on map

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What we like about the school

Outdoor Classes: Speak fluently in real environments
Excellent rating of teaching quality (4.7/5.0)
Excellent rating of student apartments (4.5/5.0)
Top rated social activities (4.3/5.0)
Apartment - shared / Residence accommodation very close to school

Locaiton: Definitely, the right choice if you want to learn Spanish in the Canary Islands. This school has a familiar atmosphere and is constantly innovating.

Course selection: Their intensive courses in small groups focus on communication and their Outdoor Classes and Cultural Activities are unique occasions to practice your Spanish and discover the island. You’ll make a great experience with a Spanish course.

Additional information: And best of all: Gran Canaria has a constant temperature of >20ªC. Whenever you come, the sun and the beach will be waiting for you.

The language school Academia El Capitán was founded in Las Palmas, Spain in 2017.
Legal name / parent company: Gran Canaria Education & Cross-Cultural Experience, SL
Tax registration ID: B76282557

Spanish Courses

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This Spanish group course is the perfect way to complement holidays with language study. It is a standard Spanish Course and consists of 4 group classes/day. With it one can get one complete level in only 4 weeks and make big steps in grammar, speaking and comprehension.

Course specific data

Starting dates

For all levels except of absolute beginners:

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Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
03 Jan. 2022, 31 Jan. 2022, 28 Feb. 2022, 28 Mar. 2022, 06 Jun. 2022, 04 Jul. 2022, 01 Aug. 2022, 05 Sep. 2022, 03 Oct. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 28 Nov. 2022

General course schedule

4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30

Possible course durations

1-99 weeks

Language levels of course

Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 8 / Average: 7

Student comments about "Standard Intensive 20"

5.0

Paola: "My course was very educational, in just two weeks I learnt a lot more vocabulary and although it is a bit expensive I am happy "

5.0

Claudia: "Learned a lot"

4.0

Marialuisa: "I found myself very happy with the welcome, the logistics and the validity of Áurea's teaching"

5.0

Danielle: "It was a joy. Quite challenging at times, but fun. Our teacher Pilar was fabulous and kind and helpful. Our classmates delightful. All of it memorable.Thank you all for a wonderful 4 weeks of happy learning and related activities."

5.0

John: "My only criticism of the school relates to the ambient noise in the classroom. This is not the fault of the school, but rather of the building conditions that are common in Las Palmas."

5.0

Alexandra: "I had an amazing time at the school. I ended up having private classes and they were great, interactive and fun! The quality was really high and I managed to get through the entire Level A1 in 2 weeks (with having some prior knowledge). The school also organises outdoor classes where you can go and talk to locals which is extremely helpful and a wonderful learning experience. I have learned a lot about the culture and history of Spain and the Canary Islands and highly recommend this school!"

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This course includes 20 group lessons plus 5 private or semi-private lessons.

This Spanish Course is a combination of the intensive group course 20 + 1 hour of private/semiprivate classes per day to cover personal topics of interest (improve grammar, communication, writing or to cover cultural or business topics). It is ideal for people who need Spanish because of work or studies.

Course specific data

Starting dates

For all levels except of absolute beginners:

Every Monday See starting dates for absolute beginners

General course schedule

5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30

Possible course durations

1-99 weeks

Language levels of course

Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 8 / Average: 7

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This course includes 20 group lessons plus 10 private or semi-private lessons.

This course is for those who need quick results in short time, combining the intensive group course 20 + 2 hours of private/semiprivate classes per day to cover personal topics of interest (improve grammar, communication, writing or to cover cultural or business topics). It is ideal for everyone who need Spanish because of work or studies

Course specific data

Starting dates

For all levels except of absolute beginners:

Every Monday See starting dates for absolute beginners

General course schedule

6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 14:15

Possible course durations

1-99 weeks

Language levels of course

Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 8 / Average: 7

Student comments about "Intensive 30 "

5.0

Reinhild: "As I was the only student at my level it turned out to be to a 1 to 1 course with a reduced number of lessons."

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This course includes 20 group lessons plus 20 private or semi-private lessons.

This Spanish course consists of the Intensive group course 20 + 4 private/semiprivate classes/day. It is the perfect solution for those who want to get very quick results in a very short time. With this course you would be learning Spanish 8 hours a day in our Gran Canaria school of languages.

Course specific data

Starting dates

For all levels except of absolute beginners:

Every Monday See starting dates for absolute beginners

Possible course durations

1-99 weeks

Language levels of course

Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 8 / Average: 7

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This course is designed for students who wish to be well prepared for business situations such as meetings and negotiations. Class topics include: Sales, Finance, Marketing, HR and various aspects of the Spanish Economy. This course is also perfect for students who wish to study for a specific purpose (for example Spanish for Sales & Marketing).

These courses consist of 4 to 6 classes/day (2 of them as addition to the standard course) The min. Level required for this course is B1. They are designed for students from the areas of economy, tourism, call centers or import/export, sales or administration or for those who need to be well prepared for important business meetings and negotiations. The content of these courses in our Gran Canaria school of languages depends on the needs of each student.

Topics start from basic business correspondence to team meetings and different areas of a company: marketing, human resources, sales, finance as well as different actual aspects of the Spanish economy. The group classes from 09:00 to 12:30 (standard course) consist of a grammar part and a strong conversation part to apply and practice the new knowledge right away. By creating real life situations, our experienced native teachers will teach you Spanish in a fun and spontaneous environment. Our weekly communicative Outdoor Classes are designed to help you break the ice and start speaking Spanish with confidence.

Course specific data

Starting dates

For all levels except of absolute beginners:

Every Monday See starting dates for absolute beginners

Possible course durations

1-99 weeks

Language levels of course

Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 8 / Average: 7

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These preparation courses aim to prepare students for the A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 official exams which are organized by FEDELE and the Instituto Cervantes and can be taken in Gran Canaria as well as in other Spanish cities and centers abroad. They combine the efficiency of the standard intensive course with 2 extra classes per day of intensive work with the teacher in order to cover the specific topics of the DELE, SIELE or CCSE exams. Exam fee not included in the price.

4 to 6 classes/day, (2 of them as addition to the standard course). These preparation courses aim to prepare students for the A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 official exams which are organized by F.E.D.E.L.E. and the Instituto Cervantes and can be taken in Gran Canaria as well as in other Spanish cities and centers abroad. They combine the efficiency of the standard intensive course with 2 extra classes per day of intensive work with the teacher in order to cover the specific topics of the D.E.L.E., S.I.E.L.E. or C.C.S.E. exams.

Course specific data

Starting dates

For all levels except of absolute beginners:

Every Monday See starting dates for absolute beginners

General course schedule

6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 14:15

Possible course durations

1-99 weeks

Language levels of course

Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 8 / Average: 7

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Information for all courses offered by Academia El Capitán

Comments about courses

Classes do not take place during public holidays and students will not be reimbursed from these days. If 2 public holidays fall in the same week, then classes from one day will be made up.

Lesson duration

45 minutes

Level test

A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.

Days without class

In 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2022, 06 Jan. 2022, 01 Mar. 2022, 14 Apr. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 01 May 2022 - 03 Jun. 2022, 24 Jun. 2022, 15 Aug. 2022, 08 Sep. 2022, 12 Oct. 2022, 01 Nov. 2022, 06 Dec. 2022, 08 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022, 31 Dec. 2022.

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.

Course material

Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 10-30 € per course level.

Our price includes

INCLUDED Organized activities
INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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Academia El Capitán

Accreditations and Quality seals

Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal

Spanish teacher qualifications

100% hold a university degree

100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification

First day of course

Students should arrive at 8:30

Offer for returning students

You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Academia El Capitán and you book here.

Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school

General school facilities

Snack vending machine
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free WIFI

Classroom equipment
- TV in all classrooms
- Air conditioning in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
5
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for disabled students
- Wheelchair access to classroom
- Accessible Toilet
- Wheelchair access to reception
- Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age

Minimum age of students

16 years

Average number of levels

Adult courses In summer: 6

Adult courses Throughout the year: 6

Age of students

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.

School fee for issuing the visa documents:

180 €

Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application

Yes

Express shipment fee (via courier)

Europe: 20 €

North America: 100 €

South America: 100 €

Africa: 100 €

Oceania: 100 €

Asia: 100 €

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 possible
Ballet	
Basketball	
Cooking	
Dancing	
Diving	
Football (soccer)	
Golf	
Horse riding	
Mountainbiking	
Music	
Sailing	
Squash	
Swimming	
Table Tennis	
Tennis	
Volleyball	
Windsurfing	
Yoga	

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Paid activities

Historic City Center Tour Volcanos, caves & dunes Coffe & Wine Plantation

Accommodation

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Shared flat

Single room, No meals

In high demand!

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180 € per week

4.5

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Price per person

Only 7 Min walking to the beach of Las Canteras, right near the shopping street Mesa y López. This apartment offers 2 rooms which can be booked as single or double. The flat is fully equipped (TV, WIFI, fridge, washing machine, with use of kitchen facilities and bed linen).

Check-in on Sunday before the first day of class, check-out on the Saturday after the last day of class.

Check-in

Sunday

Check-out

Saturday

Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.

Price extra night

30 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy

Single room

Distance from school

20 minutes by public transport.

Includes

TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.

Meals:

No meals.

Minimum age of students

Maximum age of students

Homestay

Single room, No meals

This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!

Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!

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180 € per week

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Price per person

A great option for those who want to live the Spanish Culture first hand! In order to offer you a nice and unforgettable experience we select our Host Families very carefully.

All our Hosts are experienced in different intercultural programs and will be happy to show you Gran Canaria, offer you a glass of wine for dinner while helping you learn Spanish.

Check-in

Sunday 14:00 or later

Check-out

Saturday

Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.

One-time fee

The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.

Price extra night

30 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy

Single room

Includes

TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.

Meals:

No meals.

Minimum age of students

Reviews

4.7

Overall school rating of
Academia El Capitán, Las Palmas

19 authentic reviews from students who reserved with us

School

Location of the school

4.7

Organisation

4.8

Facilities

4.3

Social activities

4.3

Course

Course quality / Progress in language

4.7

Value for money

4.5

Accommodation

Homestay

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Shared Flat (apartment)

4.5

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What students liked about Academia El Capitán, Las Palmas

Danielle

68 years

“I loved the approach to teaching with regular formal style classes and one day a week of outside of the classroom study. Excursions and cultural outings are a great idea and bonus also. Loved the staff and cheerful approach to conducting things.”

Overall rating

5.0

Value for money

5.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

5.0

School organization

5.0

Social activities

5.0

Accommodation

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Give it a go. This is a delightful language school on an amazing island. The school nicely reflects the warm, relaxed island character of this amazing part of the world.

Other comments: The staff and teachers also embody the best qualities of this fabulous archipelago. Serious Spanish within a professional framework but gaining much more thanks to the location and spirit of place.

Alexandra

29 years

“Friendliness of the teachers and staff, quality of the classes is really high, excursions and activities that are fun, interesting and offered at an affordable price. And most of all the passion with which the people there work.”

Overall rating

5.0

Value for money

5.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

5.0

School organization

5.0

Social activities

5.0

Accommodation

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Every Thursday it's tapas night in the old town of Vegueta, don't miss it!

Other comments: Muchas gracias amigos!

John

67 years

“We had a small class ranging (over a month) from 4 to 6 students. All were friendly and supportive and created a fine ambiance for learning. Our teacher, Pilar, was also very friendly, supportive and highly competent.”

Overall rating

5.0

Value for money

5.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

4.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

5.0

School organization

5.0

Social activities

5.0

Accommodation

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: I would suggest that students try to use the weekends to see other parts of the island; to hire a car if possible. Gran Canarias has much to offer and it would be a shame not to venture beyond Las Palmas. We found the cultural progam very enjoyable and informative and it was a pity that we were the only ones to take advantage of it.

Other comments: We enjoyed our time with the administrators of the course, Monika and Angel, when we participated in the cultural program. Both were friendly, informative and great company.

Marek

55 years

“The school is of a very good standard. Demanding teacher. A good balanced division between grammar and conversation. Noticeable progress in my language level.”

Overall rating

5.0

Value for money

5.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

4.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

5.0

School organization

5.0

Social activities

1.0

Accommodation

Valeri

48 years

“Open class day and additional excursions. My class had students in the same age group, 40+, which helped to keep the study process on equal levels for all!”

Overall rating

4.0

Value for money

3.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

5.0

School organization

5.0

Social activities

5.0

Accommodation

Homestay

4.0

Other

4.0

Shared flat

4.0

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Do the language level test before you book a school and trip - then you won't be disappointed!

Other comments: Good school,location and helpful staff. Very easy and fast communication with administrator Monica, thanks to her! If you would like to do a morning español class and an afternoon surf class then book to live next to Playa Las Canteras!

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Location of Academia El Capitán in Las Palmas

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FAQ about Academia El Capitán, Las Palmas

Is the school near the beach?
“The school is in the old town, around 15min by bike to the beach and 30min by bus. ”
Monika G., Administrative Officer from Academia El Capitán, Las Palmas - Aug 30, 2022
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Academia El Capitán?
The accommodation Shared flat is the most popular among all our clients of Academia El Capitán
Is it possible to take a course at Academia El Capitán as an absolute beginner?
Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Intensive 20, Intensive 25, Intensive 30 , Super-Intensive 40, Business Course, DELE Preparation
What is the number of students per class at Academia El Capitán?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Academia El Capitán varies from 8 students (Standard Intensive 20) to 8 students (Standard Intensive 20)
What is the qualification of the teachers at Academia El Capitán?
100% of teachers at Academia El Capitán hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?
Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.

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