Centro Catalina 
Medellin, Colombia
Calle 7D, 43A - 106 - 50021 Medellin - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- School has its own garden where students can meet and have barbecues.
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation5.0
- Excellent rating of student apartments4.7
- Apartment - shared / Residence accommodation very close to school
- Welcome dinner.
What we dislike about the school
- Average age of students is a bit higher than at most schools. Great for students 25 years or older.
Location: Centro Catalina Medellin is located in the vibrant capital city of Colombia, Medellin. The school is housed in the trendy and hip Astorga area of the lively El Poblado neighbourhood of Medellin, an area known for its bars, eateries, street art and green spaces. Within walking distance of the school are the Parque de El Poblado and the Parque de la Bailarina.
Social and cultural: Centro Catalina Medellin promotes a range of social and cultural activities for students to enjoy. Such activities include trips to Barefoot Park, the Plaza de Mercado-Minorista, El Castillo Museum, the Mirador de las Palmas, afternoons of folkloric and Latin dancing and much more!
Course selection: In addition to General Spanish taught over various schedules and intensities, Centro Catalina Medellin also provides DELE Exam Preparation programmes and semi-private and private lessons. Private tuition is available in conjunction with or independently from any other course.
Accommodation: In addition to homestay accommodation within local families, Centro Catalina also offers a student residence for accommodation, subject to availability.
School facilities: The school is in the form of a renovated home, with a private garden for socialising and a kitchen available for students to use. There is also a library, cafeteria, free WIFI and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.
All classrooms have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Spanish Courses
General Language
Standard Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from239US$228US$ / week More
Standard Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
239US$228US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 239 228 | 458 436 | 687 653 | 916 871 | 1145 1088 | 1314 1249 | 1533 1457 | 1752 1665 | 1971 1873 | 2190 2081 | 2628 2497 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
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Intensive Course
In high demand!30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from299US$285US$ / week More
Intensive Course
In high demand!
30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
299US$285US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 299 285 | 578 550 | 867 824 | 1156 1099 | 1445 1373 | 1674 1591 | 1953 1856 | 2232 2121 | 2511 2386 | 2790 2651 | 3348 3181 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
The intensive course has been created for students who really want to learn and improve Spanish in a more comprehensive way. The afternoon lessons focus on specific topics that deepen the knowledge of the structure of the language and more in-depth rules.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Intensive Course" at Centro Catalina
Tobias
"It was challenging, but great. The 2 different teachers really added to the experience. I found that brilliant!"
Torvald
"They will make you study each small thing for two weeks, literally. You cannot fastener the process. It will lead to conflicts. Also they literally demand from you to already speak Spanish when you come. They won't give you new topics, new words how they do it in high school, but will expect you to speak about everything as if you already knew the language."
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Bildungsurlaub Program30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from409US$389US$ / week More
Bildungsurlaub Program
30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
409US$389US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 409 389 | 818 778 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Standard Course + 1030 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from399US$380US$ / week More
Standard Course + 10
30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
399US$380US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 399 380 | 778 740 | 1167 1109 | 1556 1479 | 1945 1848 | 2274 2161 | 2653 2521 | 3032 2881 | 3411 3241 | 3790 3601 | 4548 4321 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course is perfect for students who want to address specific topics such as:
- Medical Spanish
- Business Spanish
- Regional Varieties of Spanish
- Latin American Literature
- Spanish for Work
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Standard Course + 525 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from319US$304US$ / week More
Standard Course + 5
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
319US$304US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 319 304 | 618 588 | 927 881 | 1236 1175 | 1545 1468 | 1794 1705 | 2093 1989 | 2392 2273 | 2691 2557 | 2990 2841 | 3588 3409 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course is perfect for students who want to address specific topics such as:
- Medical Spanish
- Business Spanish
- Regional Varieties of Spanish
- Latin American Literature
- Spanish for Work
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Standard Course + 5" at Centro Catalina
Terri
"Perfect to get grounded in the group session and then specific instruction pertaining to my strengths and weaknesses in the private lession. "
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Spanish and Colombian Lifestyle20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from389US$370US$ / week More
Spanish and Colombian Lifestyle
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
389US$370US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 389 370 | 778 740 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online
Online Private Lessons 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from140US$133US$ / week More
Online Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
140US$133US$ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 140 133 | 280 266 | 420 399 | 560 532 | 700 665 | 840 798 | 980 931 | 1120 1064 | 1260 1197 | 1400 1330 | 1680 1596 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Lessons 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from280US$266US$ / week More
Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
280US$266US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 280 266 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1120 1064 | 1400 1330 | 1680 1596 | 1960 1862 | 2240 2128 | 2520 2394 | 2800 2660 | 3360 3192 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Private lessons are tailored to your needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Lessons 1515 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from390US$371US$ / week More
Private Lessons 15
15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
390US$371US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 390 371 | 780 741 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 1950 1853 | 2340 2223 | 2730 2594 | 3120 2964 | 3510 3335 | 3900 3705 | 4680 4446 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Private lessons are tailored to your needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from490US$466US$ / week More
Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
490US$466US$ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 490 466 | 980 931 | 1470 1397 | 1960 1862 | 2450 2328 | 2940 2793 | 3430 3259 | 3920 3724 | 4410 4190 | 4900 4655 | 5880 5586 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Private lessons are tailored to your needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Lessons 3030 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from610US$580US$ / week More
Private Lessons 30
30 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
610US$580US$ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 610 580 | 1220 1159 | 1830 1739 | 2440 2318 | 3050 2898 | 3660 3477 | 4270 4057 | 4880 4636 | 5490 5216 | 6100 5795 | 7320 6954 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Private lessons are tailored to your needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Semi-Private Lessons 1010 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from180US$171US$ / week More
Semi-Private Lessons 10
10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
180US$171US$ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 180 171 | 360 342 | 540 513 | 720 684 | 900 855 | 1080 1026 | 1260 1197 | 1440 1368 | 1620 1539 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course is for 2 students with the same language level that would like to study together. Price per person.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Semi-Private Lessons 1515 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from240US$228US$ / week More
Semi-Private Lessons 15
15 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
240US$228US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 240 228 | 480 456 | 720 684 | 960 912 | 1200 1140 | 1440 1368 | 1680 1596 | 1920 1824 | 2160 2052 | 2400 2280 | 2880 2736 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course is for 2 students with the same language level that would like to study together. Price per person.
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Semi-Private Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from285US$271US$ / week More
Semi-Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
285US$271US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2565 2437 | 2850 2708 | 3420 3249 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course is for 2 students with the same language level that would like to study together. Price per person.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Semi-Private Lessons 3030 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from380US$361US$ / week More
Semi-Private Lessons 30
30 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
380US$361US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 1900 1805 | 2280 2166 | 2660 2527 | 3040 2888 | 3420 3249 | 3800 3610 | 4560 4332 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course is for 2 students with the same language level that would like to study together. Price per person.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
DELE Exam Preparation20 lessons per week | 4 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from360US$342US$ / week More
DELE Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 4 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
360US$342US$ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | -- | -- | -- | 1440 1368 | -- | 1920 1824 | -- | 2240 2128 | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course prepares students for the DELE exam.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Possible course durations
4, 6, 8 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Centro Catalina include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Welcome dinner
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Centro Catalina school building1/16
Reception2/16
Social event 3/16
classroom4/16
Students in the garden5/16
School garden6/16
Courtyard7/16
Party at the school8/16
Enjoying a meal together 9/16
Centro Catalina students10/16
Computer facilities 11/16
Classroom facilities 12/16
Group lesson13/16
School cafeteria14/16
lesson15/16
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Student opinions about Centro Catalina, Medellin
4.4
Overall school rating of
Centro Catalina, Medellin
Centro Catalina, Medellin
15 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
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Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Tobias
31 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers are very patient and very friendly. This is actually a rare combination. The management (also teachers) make a lot of effort and also act very spontaneously if a teacher cancels spontaneously or something else comes up. In general, it seemed very organised.
The lessons are very varied. Not just dry vocabulary learning, but also practical references. At the same time, you also learn a lot about Colombia itself. The ladies at reception were also very nice and really helpful.
My course was very small, there were a maximum of 3 of us, although there were also larger courses. There was also a good mix of people (lots of Swiss, but also French, Americans...)
And of course the location is also great. Right in the centre of Poblado, max. 10 minutes' walk to the bars and restaurants and the metro is also within easy reach. I stayed at the school, so breakfast was included. It was very good and there were also other activities on offer in the evenings or afternoons (salsa classes, for example)... Thanks again to Ymer!
And also not to forget the great support from Cologne (Tanja), who was always available and was able to deal with problems and enquiries quickly and easily - ...and also asked questions from time to time.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was challenging, but great. The 2 different teachers really added to the experience. I found that brilliant!
Other comments Very nice school, well organised.
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 8. Dec. 2023 by Tobias Ziethlow
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Terri
65 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The school worked with us to find the right level to start(A2… lots of head knowledge through Duolingo and Babbel but not much talking) and then continued to ask if we were happy with the progress and the instructors. We did group classes in the mornings and 1 hour of private classes in the afternoons. The group classes were not what I expected. I was thinking they would be more like high school Spanish, lots of grammar and words, memorizing, etc. They were run with a packet containing instructions and exercises in grammar followed by an exercise in reading, writing or listening about some aspect of Colombia or social issues. This got us talking and thinking in Spanish. Our goal was to improve our speaking so this exercise really pushed us! We came in as A2 and left as B2 after 6 weeks.
The activities offered by the school were awesome! It really promoted interaction and relationships between the students and the teacher running the activity. It facilitated getting to know Medellin and how to get around. I would highly recommend attending all the offered activities.”
“Some of the packets had discussions that did not interest me but it seemed that we had to go through each question anyway. Not sure how you solve this as with maybe 4 students in a class, maybe others enjoyed the topic.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfect to get grounded in the group session and then specific instruction pertaining to my strengths and weaknesses in the private lession.
Course: Standard Course + 5 - 6 weeks
Review date: 17. Feb. 2025 by Terri Herr
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anton
37 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very friendly and intelligent.
Good placement - close to Pablado, but not very noisy.
My teacher asked me what was very interesting to me and then we studied only for these topics.
Highly recommended!”
Details of the review
Course: DELE Exam Preparation - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Jun. 2024 by Anton Ignatenko
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Marcel
21 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I was always asked if I liked it or if I wanted to change something. My enquiries were responded to immediately. Great teachers, good classrooms, fun activities.”
Insider tip: “The excursions at the weekends”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Aug. 2024 by Marcel Ruß
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Torvald
36 yearsOverall rating
2.0
“You will definitely have the best time here if consider this place a hostel with amusing activities and a tiny bit of helping with your Spanish.”
“It's not like a real school. The teachers are mostly students and they make mistakes in their own language all the time. But the worst and unacceptable is that they don't listen to students, to their needs. They may ask you but won't change anything. They have their own methods for teaching and if it doesn't help you at all they will say that they have a problem with you. Also they will say that their boss has decided so and you only can accept that.”
Insider tip: “To get the best from the school you have to learn many words in Spanish on your own before coming and then pay for 2 it 3 weeks of individual course, where you can actually direct your teacher into things you need the most.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: They will make you study each small thing for two weeks, literally. You cannot fastener the process. It will lead to conflicts. Also they literally demand from you to already speak Spanish when you come. They won't give you new topics, new words how they do it in high school, but will expect you to speak about everything as if you already knew the language.
Other comments They have accountability of a child 3 y.o. they will never accept their guilt, will never punish a teacher for wasting your money or not caring, they will rather give you the rest of your money back than adjust to your needs.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Jun. 2023 by Torvald Olafsen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Eva
21 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Small Classes, super nice people (staff), very flexible on what they teach according to your wishes”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course [Spanish] - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Mar. 2023 by Eva Ammann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Carl
43 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Good organisation (however with many outdated info).
Good quality of teaching and DELE prep.”
“No community experience, no shared activities.
Everything old-school with paper.
Too much English in the neighbourhood. place is not good.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course + 10 [Spanish] - 1 week
Review date: 5. Dec. 2022 by Carl Hollenstein
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Beth
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The people were friendly and welcoming. The school had fantastic facilities.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course [Spanish] - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Jul. 2023 by Beth Te Aika
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Armin
57 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Small groups, intensive groups, individual design possible.”
“Nothing, all great”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. May. 2022 by Armin Haupt
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of Centro Catalina compared to ratings of all schools in Colombia
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Centro Catalina
Accreditations and Quality seals
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)
Student gender mix
45% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Centro Catalina and you book here.
Year of school foundation
2010
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Cafeteria
Library
Garden
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Halal food offered at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 6
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | 25% |
| USA | 15% |
| Germany | 10% |
| Netherlands | 10% |
| Brazil | 7% |
| England | 7% |
| Other nationalities | 26% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 9% |
| 18-24 years | 35% |
| 25-34 years | 33% |
| 35-50 years | 18% |
| >50 years | 5% |
Average number of students
In summer: 50
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 28 years
Throughout the year: 28 years
Information for all courses offered by Centro Catalina
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
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.
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
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.
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Tasting Fruits in Cartagena
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Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Walking City Tour in Cartagena
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Free weekly activities organized by the school, visits to museums, markets, beaches etc.
Adults - Paid activities
Most activities carry a small charge for food and entrances to places.
Video about leisure activities at Centro Catalina Medellin
Accommodation
Student Residence
In high demand!
3 ratings Single room, Breakfast 
Shared bathroom
from
199 US$/ week Show more
Student Residence
In high demand!
3 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
199 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 199 | 398 | 597 | 796 | 995 | 1194 | 1393 | 1592 | 1990 | 2388 | 199 | 40 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Private bathroom supplement includes AC.
Additional night during high season: USD 45 per night.
Check-in
Saturday
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 40US$.
Price extra night
40 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 40US$
Distance from school
1 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025, 05 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 US$
Student comments about Student Residence
Tobias
"I was given a guest room right on the school grounds. I actually thought I would be sharing the room with someone, but it ended up being a single room. Which of course made me very happy. So I was there straight away in the morning."
Beth
"Accomodations were within the school building. We just had to come downstairs to breakfast and our classroom"
Homestay 3 ratings Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
209 US$/ week Show more
Homestay
3 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
209 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 209 | 418 | 627 | 836 | 1045 | 1254 | 1463 | 1672 | 2090 | 2508 | 209 | 40 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional night during high season: USD 45 per night.
Check-in
Saturday
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 40US$.
Price extra night
40 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 30US$
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025, 05 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 US$
Student comments about Homestay
Torvald
"The family where I lived has been marvelous. They really helped me to practice my verbal skills. I only speak Spanish thanks to them, not to the teachers in the school."
Homestay 3 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
219 US$/ week Show more
Homestay
3 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
219 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 219 | 438 | 657 | 876 | 1095 | 1314 | 1533 | 1752 | 2190 | 2628 | 219 | 40 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional night during high season: USD 35 per night.
Check-in
Saturday
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 40US$.
Price extra night
40 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Optional at 30US$
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025, 05 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 10 US$
Student comments about Homestay
Terri
"Our assigned Host family exceeded expectations. They didn’t speak English which was GREAT. It was not a problem because they have had many students over the years and spoke slowly using basic words. They talked with us but not to the point of being interfering. The house was a 35 min walk to the school so was perfect for us to feel a part of the community. "
Homestay 3 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
269 US$/ week Show more
Homestay
3 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
269 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 269 | 538 | 807 | 1076 | 1345 | 1614 | 1883 | 2152 | 2590 | 3228 | 269 | 40 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional night during high season: USD 55 per night.
Check-in
Saturday
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 40US$.
Price extra night
50 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 30US$
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025, 05 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 US$
Homestay 3 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
169 US$/ week Show more
Homestay
3 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
169 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 169 | 338 | 507 | 676 | 845 | 1014 | 1183 | 1352 | 1690 | 2028 | 169 | 40 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional night during high season: USD 35 per night.
Check-in
Saturday
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 40US$.
Price extra night
30 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Optional at 30US$
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025, 05 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 10 US$
Student Residence 3 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
279 US$/ week Show more
Student Residence
3 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
279 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 279 | 558 | 837 | 1116 | 1395 | 1674 | 1953 | 2232 | 2790 | 3348 | 279 | 40 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
Private bathroom supplement includes AC.
Additional night during high season: USD 90 per night.
Check-in
Saturday
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 40US$.
Price extra night
60 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Optional at 70US$
Distance from school
1 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025, 05 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 70 US$
Questions and answers about Centro Catalina
Does the student residence in Centro Catalina, Medellín offer the possibility to lock up your valuables?
“Yes, each room in the student residence has a safe.”
Cinzia, Administration from Centro Catalina, Medellín - Oct 10, 2023
We will be skiing in Argentina and Chile before going to Colombia. Can you provide an airport transfer that carries 3 large bags and a ski bag?
“Yes, can organize the transfer in a mini-van. Just let us know what your flight details are and we can send you more information.”
María Quintana Mestre, Student´s and Sales Coordinator from Centro Catalina Spanish School - Jun 08, 2023
Can I combine the school's locations in Cartagena and Medellín during my language study trip?
“Yes, it's totally possible to combine the 2 cities. We would divide the price for the registration fee for each city. ”
María, Administration from Centro Catalina, Medellin - Apr 17, 2023
Can I join the language course at the age of 18?
“Yes, this is in general possible. Depending on availability and level. The minimum age at the school is 18.”
Tanja, Languagecourse.Net - Apr 06, 2023
Is the accommodation also bookable from Sunday to Sunday?
“Yes, depending on availability, the accommodation can also be booked from Sunday to Sunday on request. Please enquire beforehand.”
María, Administration from Centro Catalina, Medellin - Mar 27, 2023
Can the school arrange a transfer for me from the airport to the accommodation?
“Yes, this is possible. The school can organise the transfer service at an extra charge.”
María, Administration from Centro Catalina, Medellin - Mar 27, 2023
What is the average age and maximum age of your foreign students?
“The average age of the students throughout the year is 28 years old.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 24, 2022
FAQ about Centro Catalina, Medellin
What school would you recommend to have a homestay option in Medellin, while discovering the local culture?
“We strongly recommmend you Centro Catalina, in Medellin. They currently (2024) offer homestay accommodations in single or twin rooms, and you can combine the accommodation to their "Spanish and Colombian Lifestyle" course. The essential purpose of this programme is to gain insight into the culture. You will leave the classroom and go to the streets, the squares, the markets. You will visit vulnerable communities and put social work at their service.”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 17, 2024
I would like to book an intensive course and get ready for the DELE C1 level. Do you offer the exam preparation for the C1 level?
“Yes, we can offer private lessons tailored to your needs. The DELE preparation course is designed to be taught in private classes. It is a personalized course where the teacher focuses entirely on the student's needs. ”
María Quintana Mestre, Student & Sales Coordinator from Centro Catalina - Oct 26, 2021
What is the number of students per class at Centro Catalina?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centro Catalina varies from 1 students (Online Private Lessons 10) to 8 students (Standard Course)
Which countries are students of Centro Catalina from?
The highest Nationality percentage at Centro Catalina comes from Switzerland with a 25% representation, followed by students from USA (15%) and Germany (10%).
Centro Catalina offers courses for which ages?
Centro Catalina offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 28 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.
Terms of Centro Catalina
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
SL SARL | Tax registration ID: RUC1144337-1-570302DV40
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 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.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
100 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.
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The standard course will allow you to practice new communication skills daily. Speaking and listening are the main skills students work on during this course.