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Ailola Spanish SchoolQuito, Ecuador

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

5 students - overall rating
Guayaquil N9-77 y Oriente - 170402 Quito - see on map
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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.
  • Best rated school in Ecuador
  • Excellent rating of teaching quality
    5.0

    Rating: 5.0/5.0

  • Top rated social activities
    5.0

    Rating: 5.0/5.0

What we dislike about the school
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0%
18-24 years 20%
25-34 years 50%
35-50 years 30%
>50 years 0%

Venue: Ailola Spanish School is located in the centre of Quito, just a short walk from the major historic attractions of the city. Quito’s main cathedrals and the Plaza Grande are only about 10 minutes away on foot. The neighbourhood around Ailola Quito Spanish School has many shops, and places to eat along its cobblestone streets. The nearest subway station is Alameda, though buses also travel directly through the historic centre, and it is easy to get to and from the school on public transport. Students can also consider renting a bicycle and travel along Quito’s large network of bike lanes to get to class or visit other areas.

Experience: Ailola Quito has been teaching Spanish for over 30 years, opening their doors in 1988. As a school they have been growing, adding more courses to their catalogue while fine tuning others. Students can opt for group lessons, private lessons, a combination of group and private lessons, Spanish for specific fields such as Business or Medical, or DELE Exam preparation classes.

Extras: Ailola Quito’s travelling classroom programme adds another level to the study options they offer. Students can take their Spanish studies to other locations in Ecuador, from the Andes to the Amazon and even on to the Galapagos Islands.

Spanish Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Spanish Group CoursePopular Spanish course
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
Offer!from
149US$142US$
Course Details
Spanish Combo Course 30
30 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
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259US$247US$
Course Details
Spanish Combo Course 35
35 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
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299US$285US$
Course Details
Breathtaking Ecuador – 16-Day Spanish Program
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
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1350US$1317US$
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Traveling Classroom: Andes-Amazon Jungle Tour – 12 Days
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
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900US$878US$
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Traveling Classroom: Andes-Amazon Jungle Tour – 7 Days
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
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999US$975US$
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Traveling Classroom: Exploring Ecuador – 19 Days Tour
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
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1500US$1463US$
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Traveling Classroom: Walking Through the Andes Tour – 12 Days
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
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1000US$975US$
Includes accommodation
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Private
Private Course 20
20 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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229US$218US$
Course Details
Private Course 25
25 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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279US$266US$
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Private Course 30
30 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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339US$323US$
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Private Course 35
35 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
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389US$370US$
Course Details
Semi-Private Course 20
20 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
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189US$180US$
Course Details
Semi-Private Course 25
25 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
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219US$209US$
Course Details
Semi-Private Course 30
30 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer!from
259US$247US$
Course Details
Semi-Private Course 35
35 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
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299US$285US$
Course Details
Spanish for Professionals
20 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
Offer!from
299US$285US$
Course Details
Business
Business Spanish
20 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
299US$285US$
Course Details
Medical Spanish
20 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
299US$285US$
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
DELE Exam PreparationRecommended Spanish course
20 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
299US$285US$
Course Details

Our prices for Ailola Spanish School include

  • 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

Videos & Photos

  • Activity board
    Activity board1/10
  • Group walk
    Group walk2/10
  • Enjoying a meal together
    Enjoying a meal together3/10
  • Activity in Quito
    Activity in Quito4/10
  • Spanish class
    Spanish class5/10
  • Lesson
    Lesson6/10
  • Views in Quito
    Views in Quito7/10
  • City excursions
    City excursions 8/10
  • Hallway
    Hallway9/10
  • Learning Spanish
    Learning Spanish 10/10

Student opinions about Ailola Spanish School, Quito

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of
Ailola Spanish School, Quito
5 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Social activities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Organisation
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (0 ratings)
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Students 31-49 years (3 ratings)
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Students 50+ years (2 ratings)
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
35 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I liked it that the teachers are very experienced, had great examples and explanations of the grammars as well as offered enough practice opportunities. They're also flexible to reschedule my classes when I couldn't go for one day. I especially like the activities in the afternoon, basically free of charge (except for entrance tickets & bus) which is definitely the cherry on top. I had great times with other fellow students.”
Disliked
“Nothing.”
Insider tip: “I was able to continue the learning online which is great!”
Review details
Course: Spanish Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 18. Sep. 2024 by Alex Liu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
51 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I like that they properly determined my Spanish level and quickly adjusted my classes to work with my intermediate level. I loved my trip to the Amazon with a professor, letting me practice my Spanish in the real world while exploring amazing places. The teachers were fun and effective.”
Disliked
“I felt there were no weaknesses with the school.”
Insider tip: “Try a few tours with one of the professors to get real world practice.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: When my level was determined to be higher than the group, they adjusted me to private lessons to optimize my learning.
Course: Combi Course 30 [Spanish] - 2 weeks
Review date: 8. Oct. 2024 by Billy Greening
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
39 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The school is very well organised. The activities in the afternoon make it easier to get to know the foreign country and to make contact with other students.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfect
Course: 12 PL (06/09 - 08/09), Combi Course 30, 1 week starting on 11/09 - 3 weeks
Review date: 26. Sep. 2023 by Christian Braun
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
67 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The organisation of the lessons was perfect for us. The support from the teaching staff and the school staff was great. We can only recommend the school.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: My expectations were met, a lot of vocabulary and grammar for beginners. 4 hours of school a day and 1-2 hours of exercises.
Other comments Very helpful staff and competent teachers
Course: Spanish Group Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 9. Jul. 2024 by Helmut Rabitsch
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
48 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers were excellent and the curriculum Ailola has developed is very practical and user-friendly.”
Disliked
“Four hours in the morning is a very long period, and options for afternoon classes would have been nice.”
Insider tip: “Try eating at Hueca Colonial, right across the street--excellent food!”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Intensive one on one tutoring was by far the fastest way I could have learned Spanish. I progressed from a total beginner to Lower Intermediate B1 in my 40 days.
Course: Spanish for Professionals [Spanish] - 4 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2024 by Lisa Joy Arensen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of Ailola Spanish School compared to ratings of all schools in Ecuador

 Ailola Spanish School QuitoAverage of all other schools in Ecuador
Overall school rating5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Location of the school5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Social activities5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Organisation5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Quality of teaching5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

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

Ailola Spanish School

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalAHK
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
Students should arrive at 8:00
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 Ailola Spanish School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1989
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 1716954605001

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Cafeteria

  • Library

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Printer for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Copy machine

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • 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

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 14
    • Number of public PC workstations: 2

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 20
Throughout the year: 15
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 35 years
Throughout the year: 35 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 15%
USA 15%
Switzerland 15%
England 10%
France 10%
Japan 5%
Sweden 5%
Brazil 1%
Italy 1%
Netherlands 1%
Other nationalities 22%

Information for all courses offered by Ailola Spanish School

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
40.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Complimentary (not part of the price) optional Airport Pickup from Mariscal Sucre (UIO) included when booking a course with the school.

Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
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
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.

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
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
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Musical concerts, art exhibits, city tour.

Adults - Paid activities

Museums, hiking tours, weekend tours.

Accommodation

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Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
from
175 US$
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
from
245 US$
Student Residence
Single room, Breakfast
from
161 US$
Student Residence
Double room, Breakfast
from
133 US$
Student Residence
Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast
from
112 US$

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Questions and answers about Ailola Spanish School

  • “We at Ailola Spanish School work only with professional teachers with university degrees, with experience and subject to constant evaluation.”
    Eugenio, Director from Ailola Spanish School, Quito - Sep 14, 2023

FAQ about Ailola Spanish School, Quito

  • “Yes, payment can be made on arrival at Ailola Spanish School, Quito.

    ”
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 25, 2023
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of 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)
  • 100% of teachers at Ailola Spanish School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Ailola Spanish School comes from Germany with a 15% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and USA (15%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Ailola Spanish School offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 35 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.

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