Ailola Spanish SchoolOtavalo, Ecuador
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What we like about the school
- Unique volunteering opportunities.
- The only Spanish school with classes right across Ecuador where you can mix and match locations.
- Located only a few meters away from the world famous Plaza de Ponchos.
- Small class sizes
- Rooftop terrace
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school
Location: Ailola Spanish School Otavalo is a Spanish language institute located in the bustling Ecuadorian city of Otavalo. The school is housed in the city centre, within walking distance of amenities, links to public transport, shops, supermarkets and green spaces such as the Loma San Vicente Park, the Parque del Condor, Pucara Alro and the Peguche Waterfall.
Course selection: In addition to General Spanish programmes, which are available to students of all levels over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides Travel Spanish, private and semi-private courses. An immersive programme of lessons and interaction with the local indigenous community is also readily available throughout the year, as are travelling classroom programmes where students may explore Ecuador, the Andes, the Amazon and the Galapagos Islands, should they choose.
Social and cultural: The school is within walking distance of the Plaza de los Ponchos, where the famous Saturday Market takes place each Saturday. Here, students will find the garments and clothing the city is famous for and it gives a great opportunity for students to speak and interact with the local population. There are several parks and animal centres within walking distance of the school also, and the Imbakucha (Lago San Pdero) is only a 15-minute taxi away from the school.
Accommodation: The school offers a range of accommodation facilities, including homestay with local families and infomration on third-party hostels and hotels.
- The language school Ailola Spanish School was founded in Otavalo, Ecuador in 1994.
- Tax registration ID: 1716954605001
Spanish Courses
General Language
Spanish Group Course ![Popular Spanish course]( "Popular Spanish course")
20 lessons per week
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6 students (max)
Offer! from
149US$ 142US$
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| Price at school Our price | 149 142 | 298 284 | 447 425 | 596 567 | 745 708 | 894 850 | 1043 991 | 1192 1133 | 1490 1416 | 1788 1699 | 149 142 |
The Group Spanish course in Ecuador is your chance to learn the language and discover the local Ecuadorian culture in a practical, hands-on Spanish in a fun and interactive group setting.
The Group Courses include a maximum of 6 students per class, 20-hours worth of Spanish with other students of your same level. This course is available in the mornings, afternoons are good to go exploring and practice!
Included:
- Level placement test
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- Orientation on the first day of classes
- Course materials (textbook, photocopies, notebook)
- Personalized assistance
- Free after school cultural activities
- Welcome Pack including maps and local information.
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion our your Spanish course.
Special note for 2024 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2024 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2023 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2024 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Travel Spanish
3 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
Offer! from
99US$ 95US$
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Start your South American adventure with a 1-day Spanish course in Otavalo! It’s a perfect way to get a taste of the Spanish language and prepare yourself for your travels.
After your 3-hour Spanish class in the morning, you will go on a tour through Otavalo's indigenous market and visit the sacred Peguche waterfalls and local crafters with a Spanish or English speaking guide.
Included:
- 3-hour Spanish classes
- Guided tour through Otavalo's indigenous market and to the the Peguche waterfall
- Traditional lunch
- Free pick-up to and from your accommodation
- Language materials
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion for each participant.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Day
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 55 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 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Combi Course 30
30 lessons per week
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6 students (max)
Offer! from
259US$ 247US$
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| Price at school Our price | 259 247 | 518 493 | 777 739 | 1036 985 | 1295 1231 | 1554 1477 | 1813 1723 | 2072 1969 | 2590 2461 | 3108 2953 | 259 247 |
This course includes 20 group lessons and 10 individual lessons per week.
A course that combines both, Group Classes and Private tuition.
4 hours of Group Spanish with 2 hours of Private lessons, while also allowing you time to keep immersing yourself in local Ecuadorian culture using your learned Spanish!
Included:
- Spanish Combined lessons
- Level placement test
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- Orientation on the first day of classes
- Course materials (textbook, photocopies, notebook)
- Personalized assistance
- Free after school cultural activities
- Welcome Pack including maps and local information.
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion our your Spanish course.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:00
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Combi Course 35
35 lessons per week
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6 students (max)
Offer! from
299US$ 285US$
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| Price at school Our price | 299 285 | 598 569 | 897 853 | 1196 1137 | 1495 1421 | 1794 1705 | 2093 1989 | 2392 2273 | 2990 2841 | 3588 3409 | 299 285 |
This course includes 20 group lessons and 15 individual lessons per week.
A Spanish combination program that gives you the chance to take both, Group Classes and Private Tuition.
4 hours of Group Spanish classes plus 3 hours of Private lessons.
Included:
- Level placement test
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- Orientation on the first day of classes
- Course materials (textbook, photocopies, notebook)
- Personalized assistance
- Free after school cultural activities
- Welcome Pack including maps and local information.
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion our your Spanish course.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
7 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Otavalo Indigenous Community Program
20 lessons per week
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4 students (max)
Offer! from
699US$ 682US$
Includes accommodation
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| Price at school Our price | 699 682 | 1398 1364 | 2097 2045 | 2796 2727 | 3495 3408 | 4194 4090 | 4893 4771 | 5592 5453 | -- | -- | 699 682 |
The Otavalo Indigenous Community program offers you the chance to discover the real way of Ecuadorian life in an indigenous community.
It includes:
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- 20 hours of private or group Spanish classes with max. 4 students per class (as chosen).
- Round-trip Quito - Otavalo - Indigenous Community - Otavalo.
- Optional participation in organic agriculture volunteer program.
- Accommodation in double rooms 6 days/5 nights per week.
- Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
- Ailola Lingua language certificate.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Double room, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Private
Private Course 20
20 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer! from
229US$ 218US$
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| Price at school Our price | 229 218 | 458 436 | 687 653 | 916 871 | 1145 1088 | 1374 1306 | 1603 1523 | 1832 1741 | 2290 2176 | 2748 2611 | 229 218 |
Ailola Otavalo Private Spanish courses in Ecuador offer the chance to learn Spanish at your own pace with one of their school's university-educated local teachers.
With 20 hours per week of personalized private Spanish lessons in Ecuador this is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the Spanish language and local Ecuadorian culture!
Included:
- Level placement test
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- Orientation on the first day of classes
- Course materials (textbook, photocopies, notebook)
- Personalized assistance
- Free after school cultural activities
- Welcome Pack including maps and local information.
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion our your Spanish course.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Private Course 25
25 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer! from
279US$ 266US$
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| Price at school Our price | 279 266 | 558 531 | 837 796 | 1116 1061 | 1395 1326 | 1674 1591 | 1953 1856 | 2232 2121 | 2790 2651 | 3348 3181 | 279 266 |
The Private Spanish courses in Ecuador offer you the chance to learn Spanish at your own pace! You will learn according to your own needs with one of the school's superb university-educated local teachers.
A chance to make the absolute most out of your time in a unique native Spanish setting. The 35-hour per week Private Spanish course in Ecuador gives you the time and dedicated attention you need to succeed in Spanish!
Included:
- Level placement test
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- Orientation on the first day of classes
- Course materials (textbook, photocopies, notebook)
- Personalized assistance
- Free after school cultural activities
- Welcome Pack including maps and local information.
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion our your Spanish course.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Semi-Private Course 20
20 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
189US$ 180US$
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| Price at school Our price | 189 180 | 378 360 | 567 539 | 756 719 | 945 898 | 1134 1078 | 1323 1257 | 1512 1437 | 1890 1796 | 2268 2155 | 189 180 |
Ailola Quito offers Semi-Private Spanish courses for students of the same Spanish level traveling together who want to study in a semi-private learning environment.
You will have 20 hours of Spanish per week. Enjoy the personalized attention for your learning needs while enjoying the company of your classmate!
Included:
- Level placement test
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- Orientation on the first day of classes
- Course materials (textbook, photocopies, notebook)
- Personalized assistance
- Free after school cultural activities
- Welcome Pack including maps and local information.
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion our your Spanish course.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Semi-Private Course 25
25 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
219US$ 209US$
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| Price at school Our price | 219 209 | 438 417 | 657 625 | 876 833 | 1095 1041 | 1314 1249 | 1533 1457 | 1752 1665 | 2190 2081 | 2628 2497 | 219 209 |
Ailola Quito offers Semi-Private Spanish courses for students of the same Spanish level traveling together who want to study in a semi-private learning environment.
With the 25-hour semi-private course you and your classmate will immerse into the Spanish language, a course tailored for your level and both of your language needs.
Included:
- Level placement test
- Complimentary (not part of the price) airport transfer upon arrival in Quito to your accommodation.
- Orientation on the first day of classes
- Course materials (textbook, photocopies, notebook)
- Personalized assistance
- Free after school cultural activities
- Welcome Pack including maps and local information.
- Ailola Lingua Certificate upon completion our your Spanish course.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Information for all courses offered by Ailola Spanish School
Comments about courses
Complimentary (not part of the price) optional Airport Pickup from Mariscal Sucre (UIO) included when booking a course with the school.
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, 25 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
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 Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Note: All courses offered by Ailola Spanish School, Otavalo 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.
Ailola Spanish School
Accreditations and Quality seals
AHKSpanish 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
Students should arrive at 8:00
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Ailola Spanish School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Library
Lounge
Garden
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7
Student Age
Minimum age of students
18 years
Visa Documents
Nationals from France 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
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 | |
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| Basketball | |
| Cooking | |
| Dancing | |
| Football (soccer) | |
| Horse riding | |
| Mountainbiking | |
| Music | |
| Swimming | |
| Table Tennis | |
| Volleyball | |
| Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Hiking in Otavalo's surroundings, walking through the Handicrafts Market
Adults - Paid activities
Visits to local museums
Accommodation
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
175 US$
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| Price in US$ | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | 875 | 1050 | 1225 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 175 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This is a great option for practicing your Spanish, staying with one of the school's selected local families in the town of Otavalo.
Included:
- Central and quiet location in Otavalo.
- Shared living spaces.
- Easy access to public transportation.
- Wifi
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
25 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 35US$
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
from
245 US$
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| Price in US$ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This is a great option for practicing your Spanish, staying with one of the school's selected local families in the town of Otavalo.
Included:
- Central and quiet location in Otavalo.
- Shared living spaces.
- Easy access to public transportation.
- Wifi
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
35 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
FAQ about Ailola Spanish School, Otavalo
- Does Ailola Spanish School Otavalo also offer airport transfers from Quito airport?“To get to know our new Spanish students before they start the programme and to get a better idea of their current Spanish level, we offer an optional free pick-up service from the airport, only on arrival at the airport in Quito. We do not offer free additional transfers after arrival.”Eugenio Córdova, Director Académico from Ailola Otavalo - Feb 20, 2024
- What is the number of students per class at Ailola Spanish School?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Ailola Spanish School varies from 1 students (Private Course 20) to 6 students (Spanish Group Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Ailola Spanish School?100% of teachers at Ailola Spanish School 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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