Instituto Superior de EspañolGalapagos Islands, Ecuador
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What we like about the school
- Programmes include swimming with turtles, dolphins, sea lions and more!
- Small class sizes
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school
Location: Instituto Superior de Español (ISE) Galapagos Islands is located in the fascinating and historic Galapagos Islands, on the island of Santa Cruz, Ecuador. The school is housed in Puerto Ayora, the largest settlement in Santa Cruz, and has a range of services, amenities and attractions within easy reach.
Course selection: Course selection is a mix of learning Spanish and enjoying the natural surroundings and uniqueness that the Galapagos Islands provide. Spanish tuition is available in groups or privately, with students of all levels welcome. Each programme varies in length, with all being inclusive of tuition, accommodation, meals, activities and excursions. Programmes are available for 7 or 14 days throughout the year.
Accommodation: Accommodation is within a first-class hotel in Puerto Ayora and includes a breakfast buffet.
- The language school Instituto Superior de Español was founded in Galapagos Islands, Ecuador in 1999.
- Tax registration ID: RUC1708852163001
- Abbreviated name of school: ISE Galapagos Islands
Spanish Courses
General Language
Amazing Galapagos Spanish program in Santa Cruz Island - 7 Days ![Popular Spanish course]( "Popular Spanish course")
20 lessons per week
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4 students (max)
Offer! from
1999US$ 1950US$
Includes accommodation
See availability
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 1999 1950 | 3998 3899 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1999 1950 |
During this programme, you will enjoy Santa Cruz, the second biggest island of the archipelago, and you will have a fabulous experience learning Spanish with the school in Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora, the capital of Santa Cruz, offers many tourist attractions and has the largest population in Galapagos. In the local harbor, you can observe wildlife such as pelicans, frigate birds, and sea lions.
You will study Spanish in 20 hours of classes every week (4 hours per day). Classes are held in the morning and after lunch, you can participate in amazing guided excursions.
Includes:
- Airport pickup,
- 3 guided afternoon activities,
- 1-day boat excursion to another island,
- Luggage storage and safety box.
Requires reservation with at least 4 weeks in advance.
Enjoy the Galapagos while you learn Spanish in a program developed by professionals who will take you to live a fabulous experience on Santa Cruz Island - Ecuador.
In the package: - Complimentary (not included in the price) optional airport pickup and transfer to accommodation in Quito and on the Islands.
- 20 hours per week of group Spanish classes in the morning with a maximum 4 students per class
- Accommodation at first class hotel, single (double occupancy on request if you come with a partner, husband or wife), 7 days/6 nights per week
- Buffet breakfast
- 3 afternoon guided activities
- 1 Day boat excursion to visit another island in Galapagos
- Diploma or certificate of studies
- Luggage storage and safety box
Special note for 2024 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2024 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2023 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2024 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Hotel / Hostel, Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Sunday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Discovering the Galapagos Islands - 14 Days
20 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
Offer! from
2500US$ 2438US$
Includes accommodation
Based on the price of 2 weeks
See availability
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 4999 4875 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1999 1950 |
It also includes:
- Airport pickup
- 3 guided afternoon activities
- Boat tour for 8 days / 7 nights
- Luggage storage and safety box
Requires reservation with at least 4 weeks in advance.
During half of the program you will get to know the island, practice and learn the language, during the other half of the program you will tour the islands on a fabulous cruise.
In the package: - Complimentary (not included in the price) optional airport pickup and transfer to accommodation in Quito and on the Islands.
- 7 Days/6 Nights Immersion Spanish program (20 hours of group Spanish classes) on Santa Cruz Island
- Accommodation in a first hotel, double occupancy room, 7 days/6 nights per week
- Buffet breakfast
- Spanish classes in the morning and activities with local guides in the afternoon
- 8 days/7 nights boat trip excursion to discover the Galapagos Islands.
- Diploma or certificate of studies.
- Luggage storage and safety box.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Hotel / Hostel, Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Sunday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Galapagos Immersion Spanish program - 14 Days
20 lessons per week
|
4 students (max)
Offer! from
1999US$ 1950US$
Includes accommodation
Based on the price of 2 weeks
See availability
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 3998 3899 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1999 1950 |
This programme includes:
- 1 week in San Cristobal Island and 1 week in Santa Cruz Island
- Airport pickup
- 3 guided afternoon activities
- 1-day boat excursion per week to another island
- Luggage storage and safety Box
Requires reservation with at least 4 weeks in advance.
This Spanish program has been developed with the objective that you live a unique experience during your time in the Galapagos Islands while you learn Spanish in a professionally developed program. During the first part of your Spanish program you will visit San Cristóbal Island, and during the second week of your program you will be able to tour Santa Cruz Island discovering many of the most beautiful places and wildlife.
In the package: - Complimentary (not included in the price) optional airport pickup and transfer to accommodation in Quito and on the Islands.
- 20 hours per week of group Spanish classes in the morning with a maximum of 4 students per class.
- Accommodation in a first class hotel, double occupancy room, 7 days/6 nights per week.
- Buffet breakfast
- Spanish classes in the morning and activities during the afternoon
- 1 Day boat excursion per week to discover another Island in Galapagos
- Diploma or certificate of studies
- Luggage storage and safety box
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Hotel / Hostel, Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Sunday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Information for all courses offered by Instituto Superior de Español
Comments about courses
Not included in the packages:
- Round trip flight to the Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee and ID Card: USD 120.
Lesson duration
55 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place 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.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
Note: All courses offered by Instituto Superior de Español, Galapagos Islands can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Instituto Superior de Español (ISE)
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)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Instituto Superior de Español and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Restaurant
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10
Additional comment about facilities of school
Learn in open areas surrounded by nature in the Galapagos Island with a professional program at Instituto Superior de Español
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 15
Throughout the year: 30
Minimum age of students
18 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Airport of Baltra.
More information about airports around Galapagos Islands and how to get from the airport to Galapagos Islands on your own here on our Galapagos Islands page.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Ecuador and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | | - |
| Diving | | 1 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
| Horse riding | | 10 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 1 km |
| Music | - | 1 km |
| Sailing | | 5 km |
| Swimming | | 1 km |
| Volleyball | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Hiking
Adults - Paid activities
- Museums
- Charles Darwin Research Center
- Charles Darwin Research Center
Video about leisure activities at Instituto Superior de Español Galapagos Islands
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FAQ about Instituto Superior de Español, Galapagos Islands
- What is the best price for a course at Instituto Superior de Español, Galapagos Islands?Spanish courses at Instituto Superior de Español start at 1950 US$ for Amazing Galapagos Spanish program in Santa Cruz Island - 7 Days course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the number of students per class at Instituto Superior de Español?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Instituto Superior de Español varies from 4 students (Amazing Galapagos Spanish program in Santa Cruz Island - 7 Days) to 4 students (Amazing Galapagos Spanish program in Santa Cruz Island - 7 Days)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Instituto Superior de Español?100% of teachers at Instituto Superior de Español hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Instituto Superior de Español from?The highest Nationality percentage at Instituto Superior de Español comes from Germany with a 12% representation, followed by students from England (12%) and Switzerland (12%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Instituto Superior de Español offers courses for which ages?Instituto Superior de Español offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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