Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Great location in the garden of a villa, in a safe, central neighbourhood.
- The school is situated within walking distance of the beach.
- Best rated school in Uruguay
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of teaching quality4.7
- Apartment - shared / Residence accommodation very close to school
- Very favorable cancellation terms. You can cancel courses with less than 8 days notice.
- You can combine courses at different schools of the same chain and the school will charge the inscription fee only once.
- An older average age per class than in other schools in the same city.
Location: Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura is located in the coastal Uruguayan city of Punta del Este. Punta del Este is known for many things, including its coast, beaches and seaside attractions. The city also boasts culture, art, museums and attractions for children, with the Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura in the perfect location to never be far away from the city's happenings and movements. The school is in a central residential neighbourhood, in a villa with a garden, within a 500m walk of Mansa Beach. There are many amenities, shops and attractions nearby.
Course selection: Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura Punta del Este offers a wide range of courses that are suitable for students of all levels, and various ages and interests. In addition to General Spanish taught over several schedules and intensities, the school promotes many other learning experiences, such as living and learning on a rural ranch. Business Spanish, Teacher Training, and DELE Exam Preparation programmes are also readily available at various times throughout the year, as are junior programmes for students aged 8-16 years that are available to students of all levels.
Accommodation: Accommodation is available through the school in residence or homestay family facilities. Both are inclusive of bedsheets, bath towels and WIFI.
Spanish Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 280 266 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1120 1064 | 1395 1326 | 1670 1587 | 1945 1848 | 2220 2109 | 2495 2371 | 2770 2632 | 3320 3154 |
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:55
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 810 790 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:55
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 1300 1235 | 1620 1539 | 1940 1843 | 2260 2147 | 2580 2451 | 2900 2755 | 3220 3059 | 3860 3667 |
This course consists of 2 group lessons and 1 private session each day.
Morning: 9:00 - 11:55
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:55
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 455 433 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 1300 1235 | 1620 1539 | 1940 1843 | 2260 2147 | 2580 2451 | 2900 2755 | 3220 3059 | 3860 3667 |
This course consists of 2 group lessons and 1 private session each day plus 1 cultural activity per week.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Afternoon: 13:10 - 14:55
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2450 2328 | 2800 2660 | 3150 2993 | 3500 3325 | 4200 3990 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2450 2328 | 2800 2660 | 3150 2993 | 3500 3325 | 4200 3990 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2450 2328 | 2800 2660 | 3150 2993 | 3500 3325 | 4200 3990 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 525 499 | 1050 998 | 1575 1497 | 2100 1995 | 2625 2494 | 3150 2993 | 3675 3492 | 4200 3990 | 4725 4489 | 5250 4988 | 6300 5985 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 700 665 | 1400 1330 | 2100 1995 | 2800 2660 | 3500 3325 | 4200 3990 | 4900 4655 | 5600 5320 | 6300 5985 | 7000 6650 | 8400 7980 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1000 950 | 1200 1140 | 1400 1330 | 1600 1520 | 1800 1710 | 2000 1900 | 2400 2280 |
Price per person.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2100 1995 | 2400 2280 | 2700 2565 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 |
Price per person.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1200 1140 | 1600 1520 | 2000 1900 | 2400 2280 | 2800 2660 | 3200 3040 | 3600 3420 | 4000 3800 | 4800 4560 |
Price per person.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 374 356 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of 2 group lessons of General Spanish and 1 private Business Spanish lesson per week.
Morning: 9:00 - 11:55
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:55

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 375 357 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of 2 conversation or grammar lessons in a small group and 1 private lessons of DELE preparation per week.
Morning: 9:00 - 11:55
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:55
Our prices for Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Student opinions about Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura, Punta del Este
Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura, Punta del Este
Ratings of Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura compared to ratings of all schools in Uruguay
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Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 3
Student Age / Nationality
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
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Brazil | 20% |
Germany | 20% |
USA | 20% |
Switzerland | 10% |
Netherlands | 10% |
England | 5% |
France | 5% |
Israel | 5% |
Sweden | 2% |
Turkey | 2% |
Percentage of students | |
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1-18 years | 5% |
18-24 years | 15% |
25-34 years | 30% |
35-50 years | 30% |
>50 years | 20% |
Information for all courses offered by Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura
The registration/inscription fee includes: textbook and photocopies, coffee/tea during the break, introduction meeting first day of lessons, organization of activities, a lecture talk, and certificate of attendance.
Airport pick up: USD 150 (from airport in Montevideo to accommodation in Punta del Este).
Maximum number of students in class may be exceeded in conversation classes.
Students arriving at the airport, between 08:00 and 20:00 must book an airport pick up. The first day of the course will begin with conversation lessons so the teachers can see the skills of each student. The timetable on the first day may be different to the rest of
the week but will be the same from Tuesday through to Friday. On the first day of classes, a welcome meeting will be held to introduce students and staff to each other, to explain a bit about the school and to present the week’s social activities.
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 18 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Junior - Free activities
Junior - Paid activities
Accommodation

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 200 | 375 | 540 | 730 | 920 | 1110 | 1300 | 1490 | 1870 | 2250 | 190 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 150 | 300 | 420 | 580 | 735 | 890 | 1045 | 1200 | 1510 | 1820 | 155 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Questions and answers about Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura
- Is it possible to organise a transfer from Montevideo airport to Punta del Este through the school?“Yes, this is possible. Price on request. At the time of this entry, the price stands at USD 100.”Margo, Adminstration from Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura, Punta del Este - Feb 28, 2024
FAQ about Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura, Punta del Este
- I am interested in studying Spanish and vacationing in Uruguay. I am 68 years old and would like to know if you have a programme that would suit me.“The teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages and adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students of all ages, although the average ago of the students in the school is 50 years old.
I would recommend to you the programme called "Spanish Language Course for 60+". This is a lower-intensity course aimed at students who prefer to take their time and wish to balance their Spanish studies with cultural immersion. Every day from Monday to Friday, there will be two group lessons, covering both grammar and conversation, and one private lesson, individually adapted to each student's specific needs. The cultural activity will be with one of the teachers or other staff member, once a week.”Ana Carolina, Area Manager from Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura - Oct 01, 2021 - What is the most popular accommodation offered by La Herradura?The accommodation School Residence is the most popular among all our clients of La Herradura
- What is the number of students per class at La Herradura?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at La Herradura varies from 1 students (Online: Private Lessons) to 6 students (Intensive Spanish Course A)
- Which countries are students of Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura from?The highest Nationality percentage at Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura comes from Brazil with a 20% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and USA (20%).
- Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura offers courses for which ages?Centro de Enseñanza de Español La Herradura offers courses from 8 years (Spanish Language Course for Children/Teenagers, 5 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 50 for the rest of the year.
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This course is made up of the following:
Transport to and from the Ranch can be arranged at an extra cost.