Escuela Bellavista 
Santiago, Chile 
Calle del Arzobispo 605 - 7520355 Santiago - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free city tours.
- Free online trial lesson with a native teacher.
- Best rated school in Chile
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Top rated social activities4.3
What we dislike about the school
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 40 of students are from Germany
- A 45 minute lesson duration is a bit shorter than normal.
School background: Housed in the colourful Bellavista district, Escuela Bellavista is a pioneering school in Chilean-styled Spanish language education. With certified teachers coming from a wide variety of Chilean backgrounds and cultural experiences, Escuela has a clear edge when it comes to Spanish language education
Packages: The school offers both group and one-to-one courses for students looking to study Spanish in Chile. Packages that include accommodation with options for homestays with host families are available. Courses range from general to super intensive and target learning according to the speed and goals of the students.
Cultural programmes: The school emphasizes learning Spanish and students are expected to converse in the language as much as possible. Furthermore, students are encouraged to explore, make friends and socialize in order to optimize their education. It also offers tons of adventures, activities and trips that add to the appeal of its courses and make learning Spanish a rounded experience. Students can enjoy their stay and visit favorite Chilean attractions without neglecting their studies. Expect trips to mountains, vineyards, forests and the central coast of Chile.
Accreditations: The school is accredited by the Chilean Association of Spanish Schools.
Spanish Courses
General Language
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from190US$181US$ / week More
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
190US$181US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 190 181 | 380 361 | 570 542 | 670 637 | 810 770 | 950 903 | 1090 1036 | 1230 1169 | 1370 1302 | 1510 1435 | 1790 1701 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 11:30
Afternoon: 12:00 - 13:30
Morning: 10:00 - 11:30
Afternoon: 12:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
45 min
Course Brochure
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Student comments about "Intensive Course" at Escuela Bellavista
Charles
"Loved it."
Baris
"It wasn't very efficient for me."
Kathrin
"Absolutely valuable"
Arto
"We had two teachers, which was exceptional but worked well. The group was 3 to 4 students, which was a good size. On our course everybody spoke almost exclusively Spanish, which, according to my observations, is rare."
Katie
"The regular course is two 90 minute classes from 10-11:30 and 12-1:30. One on one classes are either before and/or after those times."
Jeremy
"A lot of fun and a very enjoyable way to learn Spanish."
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.
Additional information for all courses
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Super Intensive Course (20+10) 30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from320US$304US$ / week More
Super Intensive Course (20+10)
30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
320US$304US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 320 304 | 610 580 | 910 865 | 1210 1150 | 1510 1435 | 1810 1720 | 2110 2005 | 2410 2290 | 2710 2575 | 3010 2860 | 3610 3430 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
45 min
Course Brochure
Escuela Bellavista Brochure (PDF)
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Student comments about "Super Intensive Course (20+10) " at Escuela Bellavista
Daniel
"I loved the flexibility to love courses around how I needed it. "
Aeneas
"Really improved my Spanish"
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Private
Individual Course 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from200US$190US$ / week More
Individual Course 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
200US$190US$ / 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$) Our price (US$) | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1000 950 | 1200 1140 | 1400 1330 | 1600 1520 | 1800 1710 | 2000 1900 | 2400 2280 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
This course consists of 5 face-to-face private lessons of 90 minutes, each week.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Course Brochure
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Student comments about "Individual Course 10" at Escuela Bellavista
Terence
"It suited me very well."
Additional information for all courses
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Individual Course 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from340US$323US$ / week More
Individual Course 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
340US$323US$ / 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$) Our price (US$) | 340 323 | 680 646 | 1020 969 | 1360 1292 | 1700 1615 | 2040 1938 | 2380 2261 | 2720 2584 | 3060 2907 | 3400 3230 | 4080 3876 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course consists of 10 face-to-face private lessons of 90 minutes, each week.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Individual Course 3030 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from520US$494US$ / week More
Individual Course 30
30 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
520US$494US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 520 494 | 1040 988 | 1560 1482 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 3640 3458 | 4160 3952 | 4680 4446 | 5200 4940 | 6240 5928 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
This course consists of 15 face-to-face private lessons of 90 minutes, each week.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Individual Course 4040 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from670US$637US$ / week More
Individual Course 40
40 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
670US$637US$ / 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$) Our price (US$) | 670 637 | 1340 1273 | 2010 1910 | 2680 2546 | 3350 3183 | 4020 3819 | 4690 4456 | 5360 5092 | 6030 5729 | 6700 6365 | 8040 7638 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
This course consists of 20 face-to-face private lessons of 90 minutes, each week.
Course specific data
General course schedule
8 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
DELE Preparation Course
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from205US$195US$ / week More
DELE Preparation Course
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
205US$195US$ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | -- | 410 390 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 19:30
Morning: 8:15 - 9:45
Afternoon: 14:45 - 19:30
Possible course durations
2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Escuela Bellavista include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
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Excursion6/22
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In the mountains 8/22
Happy students 9/22
Group class10/22
Certificate11/22
School snacks 12/22
In the snow13/22
Party14/22
School students 15/22
Cheers!16/22
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Student opinions about Escuela Bellavista, Santiago
4.5
Overall school rating of
Escuela Bellavista, Santiago
Escuela Bellavista, Santiago
84 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (4 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (28 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (20 ratings)
Students 50+ years (28 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Paula
30 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Classes and teachers were a lot of fun! Focused on grammar, but because of the group size (four people) and level (intermediate) we also got to practise talking quite a lot and could do everything in Spanish, without translating.
I think one of the students was frustrated though (or I'd be if I were him) because he had been at the school for several weeks already and studied at the same level the same material already once. This affected the others too, to some extent at least, there was pressure to advance and not perhaps go so deep into things that were unclear.
The number of activities was a really nice bonus!”
Details of the review
Course: Superintensive (20 group + 10 individual) [Spanish] - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Jul. 2018 by Paula Harjula
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Monica
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“They do a great job of gauging your skills and matching you with a curriculum that works for you. It's obvious they take a personal interest your effort to learn Spanish to make sure you get the most out of your classes. I did a couple weeks of group courses and took a few private lessons as well. I highly recommend the private lessons--they are worth the additional expense because you get more practice and can focus on the things you need to improve most.”
Insider tip: “Take the time to practice with your classmates during breaks. It goes a long way!”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Group Course [Spanish] - 4 weeks
Review date: 24. Apr. 2018 by Monica Barnes
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Arto
66 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It was a wonderful school :-)
The atmosphere was quite extraordinary. The administrator and all the teachers were very friendly, efficient and professional - and they all appeared to be friends between them. It seemed like we were all one happy family. Also, the afternoon and night activities (city walk, salsa lesson, making pisco sour, conversation class) were great. Also, the teaching material was good. I will probably go there again.”
“I cannot think of any.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: We had two teachers, which was exceptional but worked well. The group was 3 to 4 students, which was a good size. On our course everybody spoke almost exclusively Spanish, which, according to my observations, is rare.
Other comments A very good school to be highly recommended!
Course: Intensive Course [Spanish] - 1 week
Review date: 19. Dec. 2023 by Arto Karila
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Margot
73 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Small classes, committed teachers, own material (booklet with current grammar and vocabulary), regular homework, systematic structure, extra conversation on Monday, a different activity every afternoon, interesting excursions at the weekend, very individual farewells in class, bank holidays were made up for - perfect for me, I would choose the school again.”
“The percentage of Germans is very high, but it didn't bother me. That is not a fault of the school. Besides, there were enough other participants to talk to.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Oct. 2023 by Margot Gericke
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Emma
35 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers were really friendly and very knowledgeable. I felt like I learnt a lot in a very short time. The classes were relaxed and fun and the small number of students meant that you felt comfortable participating in class and that you got enough individual attention.”
Insider tip: “It's good to know the very basics before commencing classes (even if you are starting in the most basic class) such as numbers, as there is a little bit of assumed knowledge and/or some things not covered in the classes (nor should they be as I think that would be a waste of time)”
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Other comments Really nice place to learn Spanish, the environment and staff were wonderful. I really enjoyed my time here, however I did think the price of private lessons was a bit too expensive (and unfortunately this prohibited me from taking these, although I would have liked to).
Course: Intensive Group Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 16. Mar. 2017 by Emma Leedham
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Katie
37 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Bellavista School was fantastic! I learned a lot in Spanish, and I had many opportunities to talk with the teachers and students at the school. The school conducts weekly tours of different neighborhoods in Santiago. I liked it a lot!”
“I would like daily homework to be written on the board in addition to being given verbally.”
Insider tip: “Sign up for the extra activities outside of school! It’s an easy way to tour the city and make new friends.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The regular course is two 90 minute classes from 10-11:30 and 12-1:30. One on one classes are either before and/or after those times.
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 18. Jul. 2023 by Katie Wilson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Carla
24 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I loved the people, it was like a small family and made my stay so much more fun. Since I had an intensive course in a very small class, the lessons where very practical and fun. I also loved the activities offered almost every day!!”
“Nothing, I wish I would’ve stayed longer”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 20. Feb. 2024 by Carla Schmitz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Courtney
28 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The class size was perfect. The teachers were wonderful and made us feel comfortable speaking and making errors in Spanish. Having a little party for a departing student on the last day was a nice touch.”
Details of the review
Other comments I recommend the school. I did not participate in the free extra activities, but I am sure that would've helped my language even more.
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2015 by Courtney Kupersmith
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Michel
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The relationships with the staff, the homogeneous levels and the small number of students per lesson, even though one is sometimes only with English and Portuguese which is not the objective.”
Insider tip: “The activities organized by the school in the afternoon.”
Details of the review
Other comments Very satisfied.
Course: Intensive Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 21. Apr. 2012 by Michel Rocher
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Maura
22 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The private lessons are the best. They really help you advance very quickly. You don't have to wait for any other student to catch up, you'll be taught at your own level and pace.”
Insider tip: “Take private lessons!”
Details of the review
Other comments The people are all very nice. Make sure you feel comfortable in your class or otherwise ask for a change.
Course: Superintensive (20 group + 10 individual) - 4 weeks
Review date: 8. May. 2013 by Maura Hegi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kathrin
39 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The placement and lessons were really well organised. We had a lot of fun and learnt a lot. Everyone was always friendly. Our teacher Claudia was really wonderful!”
“As absolute beginners, many of the leisure activities on offer didn't make sense. It was also sometimes difficult to understand what exactly was on offer. Less than half of the activities were free of charge.”
Insider tip: “A language course at this school!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Absolutely valuable
Other comments It was one of the best experiences in Santiago for us! We are very happy to have ended up there! Thank you for arranging it and thank you to the school!!!
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 15. Jan. 2024 by Kathrin Hennig
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
I Wen
28 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teacher and the students have good interaction, the course is pleasant and interesting, the teachers are excellent, I am very happy and loved it.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course [Spanish] - 1 week
Review date: 27. Nov. 2018 by I Wen Lin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Oriane
42 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“I was lucky as all group courses were actually private tuition as I was the only one. The teachers were very friendly and the atmosphere was good.”
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Other comments downsides :
- no information given that the school would close on 01/05
- it was too cold in class rooms
- the coffee was very bad (it is important when following an intensive course)
Course: Superintensive - 1 week
Review date: 15. May. 2012 by Oriane Abensour
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Roberta
54 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I liked that they varied the teachers through the day and week for our class. Each teacher entered the classroom with energy and interest.”
“Nil of note”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 5. Mar. 2025 by Roberta Stang
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Chris
28 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Combination will really make possible to everyone to learn the most on their own level! They´re good at assessing individual levels.”
Insider tip: “Go for a weekend to Pucon!! If you have a day, go to Baños Morales!!”
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Other comments Very good school, good value for the money, very nice teachers, director and administrator!!
Course: Group course - 5 weeks
Review date: 27. May. 2006 by Chris Boonstra
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Thomas
64 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers were very enthusiastic about teaching and they always helped with questions and supported their students all the time.”
Insider tip: “Visit the museo de la memoria.”
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Other comments More exercises in the book that students can practice for themselves would be helpful.
Course: Intensive Group Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 15. Oct. 2013 by Thomas Thewalt
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ruth
32 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers and staff were really great, really friendly and helpful, and the extra conversation classes were very useful.”
Insider tip: “Do the extra conversation classes, they're so helpful on top of the regular classes.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 26. Nov. 2012 by Ruth Canty
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Terence
74 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers I had were excellent, tailoring the activities to my level of achievement, and always being very supportive.”
Insider tip: “Go there on 18th Sept…a great celebration in the school.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It suited me very well.
Other comments I found it excellent.
Course: Individual Course 10 - 3 weeks
Review date: 5. Oct. 2023 by Terence Carter
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Pineau
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The enthusiasm and competence of the teachers. Course materials and small group courses were good for learning.”
Insider tip: “Individual classes are very helpful.”
Details of the review
Course: Superintensive (20 group + 10 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 19. Apr. 2018 by Pineau Roxane
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Bernard
74 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers, the location, the size of the school, the students and the friendly atmosphere.”
“I think the programme was not as structured and demanding as I would have liked. We spent too much time on the same few grammar notions. Also, I thought there would be an evaluation test upon arriving but I was automatically put into a beginner’s class. I had to show what I had done the previous week in another school to be reassigned to a stronger class. Even then, I did not learn much during the week (academically speaking) but I liked the teachers, the group and the discussions so much that I appreciated the experience and really enjoyed my week at Bellavista.”
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Other comments A small school with much charm and atmosphere, well located and friendly.
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 12. Dec. 2023 by Bernard Langlois
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Asma
31 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Great experience, wonderful teachers and very immersive learning environment.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Jan. 2025 by Asma Mustapha
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Rop
60 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The team of teachers is enthusiastic and helpful, the support is warm.”
Insider tip: “Directora Académica Maria Christina on the first floor of the school speaks English. When you have a question or you will stop the course for a week enter her room.”
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Other comments Only positive.
Course: Intensive Group Course - 7 weeks
Review date: 27. Nov. 2018 by Rop Verheijen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Florian
59 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very nice and committed teachers, great offers beyond the lessons ...”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Jan. 2024 by Florian Buchner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Bastian
23 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Super nice teachers, great atmosphere, learned a lot, amazing!”
Insider tip: “Be sure to try out the excursions too :)”
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Other comments Super!
Course: Intensive Course [Spanisch] - 4 weeks
Review date: 18. Feb. 2019 by Bastian Schneck
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Yvonne
24 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very nice teachers, free excursions, free conversation courses”
Insider tip: “Excursions on Wednesdays”
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Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 13. Mar. 2012 by Yvonne Strauch
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Berthold
43 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The staff and the quality of the teaching, social activities.”
Insider tip: “Social activities”
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Other comments I had an amazing time
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Jan. 2012 by Berthold Gabler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Charles
70 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Teachers had great sense of humour. I laughed a lot!”
“Of the 3 teachers, one was absolutely brilliant, one was very good, the third ordinary.”
Insider tip: “Be positive.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Loved it.
Other comments Enjoyed it.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. May. 2024 by Charles Brett
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Misako
23 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“There were various students that i could talk to.”
Details of the review
Course: Group course - 4 weeks
Review date: 24. Apr. 2006 by MISAKO MORI
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Raquel
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers and classmates were all really nice”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 6. May. 2024 by Raquel Bongartz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Séverine
28 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very nice and funny teachers! great athmosphere”
Details of the review
Course: Group course - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Nov. 2008 by Séverine Piller
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Escuela Bellavista
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)
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Escuela Bellavista and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1987
General school facilities
Computer lab
Daily press
Movie room
Lounge
Student support desk
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 12
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 40% |
| Brazil | 20% |
| England | 5% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| USA | 5% |
| Japan | 5% |
| Switzerland | 3% |
| Korea | 3% |
| China | 2% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| Italy | 2% |
| France | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 6% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 30% |
| 25-34 years | 50% |
| 35-50 years | 15% |
| >50 years | 5% |
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 70
Throughout the year: 40
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
In summer: 20 years
Throughout the year: 26 years
Information for all courses offered by Escuela Bellavista
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 19 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 21 May 2025, 20 Jun 2025, 29 Jun 2025, 16 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 18 Sep 2025, 19 Sep 2025, 12 Jan 2025, 31 Jan 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 19 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 21 May 2025, 20 Jun 2025, 29 Jun 2025, 16 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 18 Sep 2025, 19 Sep 2025, 12 Jan 2025, 31 Jan 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 31 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 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.
Airport transfer
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport:
20 US$ one way
40 US$ return (both ways)
40 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Arturo Merino Benítez International (SCL).
More details about airports near Santiago and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Santiago page. For flight comparisons to Santiago, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Tuesday: Oral practice session at school (14:45h - 16:15h),
- Wednesday: City tour to cultural areas, markets and more (with professor Lidia), salsa class at night,
- Thursday: Oral practice session at school (14:45h - 16:15h),
- Friday: Visit to museum, dinner, dancing (with professor Lidia).
- Wednesday: City tour to cultural areas, markets and more (with professor Lidia), salsa class at night,
- Thursday: Oral practice session at school (14:45h - 16:15h),
- Friday: Visit to museum, dinner, dancing (with professor Lidia).
Adults - Paid activities
- Day trip to Valparaiso & Viña del Mar (approx. USD 60),
- Half day trip to wineries (approx. USD 32),
- Winery + lunch in Santa Rita (USD 60),
- Museum casa Neruda (approx. USD 60),
- Tracking, hiking activities to Cajón de Maipo (approx. USD 50),
- Horse riding + BBQ,
- Isla Negra + pomaire + playa,
- Pucon (long weekends).
- Half day trip to wineries (approx. USD 32),
- Winery + lunch in Santa Rita (USD 60),
- Museum casa Neruda (approx. USD 60),
- Tracking, hiking activities to Cajón de Maipo (approx. USD 50),
- Horse riding + BBQ,
- Isla Negra + pomaire + playa,
- Pucon (long weekends).
Accommodation
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay! 15 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
from
385 US$/ week Show more
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
15 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
385 US$/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 385 | 770 | 1155 | 1540 | 1925 | 2310 | 2695 | 3080 | 3850 | 4620 | 385 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Living with a Chilean family is the best way to practice your Spanish all the time. You´ll have your own room and the rest of the house is shared with the family. All homestays are in safe areas, conveniently located close to public transportation.
Check-in
Sunday 13:00-15:00
Check-out
Sunday 12:00-13:00
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
55 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Student comments about Homestay
Arto
"I stayed in a room with a private bath in an apartment that was owned by an elderly but very youthful and energetic lady. On the top of the building there was a small swimming pool, a sun deck and great views. Also the doormen downstairs were all very nice and polite. The food was good, with lots of fresh fruit."
Bernard
"Finally I did not stay in the planned homestay, as planned, but rented an apartment very close to the school. The above ratings apply to the apartment."
Margot
"Very warm relationship, good food, room with desk, view of the local mountain. Laundry was done at no extra cost, was invited to family reunion on National Day, with increase in my knowledge good conversation - also perfect for me. "
Katie
"My hostess was wonderful! I had my own private room and bathroom. She is an excellent cook too!"
Aeneas
"Fantastic apartment with everything we needed, we were able to cook ourselves and loved being able to live there and feel like part of the family! "
Jeremy
"Veel plezier en een zeer plezierige manier om Spaans te leren."
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from Escuela Bellavista have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at Escuela Bellavista.
Questions and answers about Escuela Bellavista
Can I pay the remaining balance to Escuela Bellavista by bank transfer before arrival?
“We do not accept advance payments, you can only pay on the first day of school. You can either pay by credit card or in cash, in both cases in US dollars. Fees may apply for payment by credit card.”
Jacqueline, Administration from Escuela Bellavista - Sep 14, 2023
Can I also book accommodation from the school for my planned language course?
“Yes, this is possible depending on availability. The school works with host families.”
Tanja, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 07, 2023
When I book, I would like to pay for everything, not just the first payment.
“Normally, only the initial pre-payment is required to process the booking. The remaining net amount can be paid a few days later, once your booking is confirmed.”
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 13, 2023
Do you have on-site Spanish courses for absolute beginners?
“Escuela Bellavista accepts students of all levels throughout the year, so you can start your course on any Monday, whether or not you have any previous knowledge of Spanish.”
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 16, 2023
I am travelling with a friend and would like to book a double room with a host family. Is this something that can be organized?
“Yes, it's possible to organize a double room in homestay accommodation. Just let us know what your preferred dates are and we will send more information.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 10, 2022
FAQ about Escuela Bellavista, Santiago
What are the teaching methods at Escuela Bellavista, Santiago?
“Escuela Bellavista in Santiago, Chile, uses a communicative teaching method that emphasises speaking and listening skills. While grammar, reading and writing are integral parts of the curriculum, they are taught using practical and engaging methods to maintain student interest and effectiveness. The classes focus on real-life communication, so students can use Spanish in everyday situations like travel, business and social interactions. There are also extracurricular activities, like city tours and cultural events, to help students get to know Chilean culture and give them more chances to practise their Spanish. ”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 14, 2025
Is airport pickup offered by Escuela Bellavista?
Yes. The school offers pickup from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (20 US$)
What is the number of students per class at Escuela Bellavista?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Escuela Bellavista varies from 1 students (Individual Course 10) to 8 students (Intensive Course)
Which countries are students of Escuela Bellavista from?
The highest Nationality percentage at Escuela Bellavista comes from Germany with a 40% representation, followed by students from Brazil (20%) and England (5%).
Escuela Bellavista offers courses for which ages?
Escuela Bellavista offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.
Terms of Escuela Bellavista
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:15
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Escuela de Idiomas Bellavista Chile Limitada | Tax registration ID: 761091891
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
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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Having students speak in class is a core aspect of Escuela Bellavista’s methodology. That's why there is a maximum of just eight students in a group class, who are separated by levels after being evaluated on the first day with a placement test.
Apart from teaching all the traditional aspects of learning a new language such as reading, writing, listening and speaking, the lessons also incorporate themes related to Chilean culture in order to speed up all of the international students’ integration.
Every lesson lasts for 45 minutes.