Instituto Superior de EspañolQuito, Ecuador
- Free salsa lessons
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (4.8/5.0)
- Excellent rating of student apartments (4.5/5.0)
- Top rated social activities (4.5/5.0)
- One of the oldest Spanish schools in Quito founded in 1988
Location: Instituto Superior de Español is in the centre of Quito, in the historical area of the city. The street that the school is located on, is a main road in the area with museums, shops, restaurants, bars and a short walk from the Centro Comercial Gran Pasaje Shopping Centre. The school is also within walking distance of many of the historical points of importance of the city.
Public transportation: The school is in the old town of the city. There are plenty of bus services close to the school for easy transportation throughout the city.
Local attractions: The school is a 5-minute walking radius from the central features of the historical centre such as the San Francisco Catholic Church, The Basílica del Voto Nacional and the Independence Square. The TelefériQo Cable car shows excellent views over the city. This is less than half an hour away from the school. El Panecillo, a volcanic hill, is 40 minutes by bus from Instituto Superior de Español.
Course structure: The school offers General Spanish group classes, Private Lessons, Combination courses and Specialised programmes. There is an exam preparation course for the DELE exam. They have Spanish lessons for specific subjects including business and medicine.
- The language school Instituto Superior de Español was founded in Quito, Ecuador in 1988.
- Tax registration ID: RUC1708852163001
- Abbreviated name of school: ISE Quito
Spanish Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at School Our price | 149 142 | 298 284 | 447 425 | 596 567 | 745 708 | 894 850 | 1043 991 | 1192 1133 | 1490 1416 | 1788 1699 | 149 142 |
These Spanish classes combine elements of a more traditional language course such as vocabulary and grammar, with a more modern approach that involves conversation and real-life uses of the language that go beyond grammar.
During a four-hour session of Spanish lessons, each lesson lasts for 55 minutes. Every day you’ll enjoy three hours and forty minutes of class, with the breaks bringing it up to 4 hours in total.
Your Spanish classes in Quito can be in the morning or the afternoon for a minimum of four hours per day.
It gives you the opportunity to have a great learning of Spanish while discovering the country and making new friends, learning about the Ecuadorian culture, and improve your Spanish language skills in a group of people with the same level.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at School Our price | 259 247 | 518 493 | 777 739 | 1036 985 | 1295 1231 | 1554 1477 | 1813 1723 | 2072 1969 | 2590 2461 | 3108 2953 | 259 247 |
Small group course with up to 6 students in the morning combined with private lessons in the afternoon. Private tuition allows you to focus on subjects you feel need further attention and to revise topics covered in the group course.
Because of how it is structured, this course allows you to advance faster in learning the Spanish language. Within this program, you will obtain the benefits of taking group and individual classes, and you will get to know travel companions with whom you share knowledge and develop new skills in the Spanish language while travelling.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at School Our price | 299 285 | 598 569 | 897 853 | 1196 1137 | 1495 1421 | 1794 1705 | 2093 1989 | 2392 2273 | 2990 2841 | 3588 3409 | 299 285 |
Small group course with up to 6 students in the morning combined with private lessons in the afternoon. Private tuition allows you to focus on subjects you feel need further attention and to revise topics covered in the group course.
This program allows students to combine two options in one. In the morning you take group classes and share learning and thoughts with students of the same level in a group of a maximum of 6 students per class and a teacher; while in the afternoon you take private classes with your own teacher.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at School Our price | 229 218 | 458 436 | 687 653 | 916 871 | 1145 1088 | 1374 1306 | 1603 1523 | 1832 1741 | 2290 2176 | 2748 2611 | 229 218 |
This private Spanish course lets you focus on your current level of Spanish, your personal needs and interests and your teaching preferences at your own rhythm with the close guidance of your teacher.
Also available with 25, 30 and 35 lessons per week.
Learn Spanish one-on-one with a professional university teacher. You will join the best learning experience by improving your skills remarkably at your own pace, with your interests.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at School Our price | 189 180 | 378 360 | 567 539 | 756 719 | 945 898 | 1134 1078 | 1323 1257 | 1512 1437 | 1890 1796 | 2268 2155 | 189 180 |
This course is perfect for you if you want to progress at a good pace and you prefer to study with a friend or family member. Price per student.
Also available with 25, 30 and 35 lessons per week.
A Semi-Private Course applies for two people of the same level booking together.
Learn Spanish in Semi-Private classes with a friend, partner or another student who, like you, has the same level of Spanish. Together you will learn the language in a dynamic class that will lead to improving your Spanish from the first week.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at School Our price | 299 285 | 598 569 | 897 853 | 1196 1137 | 1495 1421 | 1794 1705 | 2093 1989 | 2392 2273 | 2990 2841 | 3588 3409 | 299 285 |
Spanish is the second most spoken language in the World, therefore this Spanish Course gives you a great advantage in the corporate world and adds to your career. You will also be able to learn specific vocabulary for everyday business.
This program is offered to learn Spanish for Business for those professionals interested in improving their skills in their profession. This program is great for professionals in the administrative areas such as: accountants, financiers, stockbrokers, etc.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at School Our price | 299 285 | 598 569 | 897 853 | 1196 1137 | 1495 1421 | 1794 1705 | 2093 1989 | 2392 2273 | 2990 2841 | 3588 3409 | 299 285 |
Medicine uses specific terms which are very important in patient care and even more so in emergency situations. This programme includes readings, vocabulary and grammar exercises with a focus on medicine.
This program developed by the school aims to provide the necessary tools of the Spanish language for health professionals who seek to learn the Spanish language, especially in the medical area with vocabulary applied to health including practical exercises.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at School Our price | 299 285 | 598 569 | 897 853 | 1196 1137 | 1495 1421 | 1794 1705 | 2093 1989 | 2392 2273 | 2990 2841 | 3588 3409 | 299 285 |
The school will prepare a programme for you to take the exam according to your current level of Spanish, the period you wish to learn Spanish with them and your goal for the level in which you wish to be at the end of the Spanish course. The experience and records have given great results to their former students who have taken the DELE Exam.
The Instituto Superior de Español, within its programs, has a program specialized in preparing you to take the exam prior to obtaining the Diploma in Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE). In this program, our students will acquire the necessary tools to successfully pass the program and obtain the Diploma.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Information for all courses offered by Instituto Superior de Español
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Our price includes
- 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 before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Instituto Superior de Español (ISE)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 12Number of public PC workstations: 2Paid parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 2 km |
Basketball | | 3 km |
Cooking | | - |
Dancing | | 1 km |
Diving | | 5 km |
Football (soccer) | | - |
Golf | | 4 km |
Horse riding | | 10 km |
Mountainbiking | | 78 km |
Music | | 1 km |
Squash | | 2 km |
Swimming | | 1 km |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | 2 km |
Volleyball | | 1 km |
Yoga | | 3 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Colonial buildings
Gold churches
Museums
Trips to the Middle of the World
Adults - Paid activities
Music
Plays
* Museums at affordable prices (starting at USD 5 or USD 10)
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | 875 | 1050 | 1225 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 175 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The families of Quito are located a few minutes from the school, close to tourist attractions, and commercial and business areas. Within our families, you will find a comfortable private room with a shared bathroom. As part of your experience, you will enjoy breakfast and dinner with the members of the family.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 140 | 280 | 420 | 560 | 700 | 840 | 980 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 140 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
If you travel accompanied and seek to have a unique experience living the culture as a true Ecuadorian, we invite you to stay at the home of one of our families who will welcome you in a comfortable double room with a shared bathroom and with whom you can enjoy delicious breakfasts and dinners.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 1050 | 1260 | 1470 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 210 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Ecuadorian families have for you a comfortable private room with a private bathroom so that you can enjoy your stay in the city while you learn Spanish. The rooms have all the comforts needed, you can also learn about the culture and gastronomy during breakfast and dinner with the family.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | 875 | 1050 | 1225 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 175 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Travel without worrying while you learn the culture and practice the language daily living with a host family where you and your travel companion can have an adequate rest in a double room with a private bathroom, also together with the family you can learn about gastronomy during breakfast and dinner.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 161 | 322 | 483 | 644 | 805 | 966 | 1127 | 1288 | 1610 | 1932 | 161 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
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The student residence is a perfect place to stay while you learn Spanish because you can live with travellers who like you come to learn Spanish and learn about the local culture with Ecuadorian people. In the residence, you can have your own private room with a shared bathroom.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 133 | 266 | 399 | 532 | 665 | 798 | 931 | 1064 | 1330 | 1596 | 133 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
If you are travelling with a friend or travel companion, you can stay at our student residence where you can be comfortable and share with other students who, like you, have chosen Ecuador as part of their travel route. You and your partner can stay in a double room with a shared bathroom.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 112 | 224 | 336 | 448 | 560 | 672 | 784 | 896 | 1120 | 1344 | 112 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
If you are one of those who loves to travel and explore the world and you are looking for an accommodation option in the student residence, you have the dormitory option where you can share with people from different parts of the world in a dormitory for 4 people with a shared bathroom. You can also enjoy a delicious breakfast.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.Ratings of Instituto Superior de Español compared to ratings of all schools in Ecuador
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Student opinions about Instituto Superior de Español, Quito
Questions and answers about Instituto Superior de Español
- I would like to book online lessons. Is this something you can organize for me?“Yes, we can organize private lessons online. Please note that we require a minimum of 5 lessons per week. Just let us know what your preferred dates are and we will send detailed information.”Eugenio Córdova, Academic Director from Instituto Superior de Español - Dec 01, 2022
- I basically know no Spanish whatsoever. What would be the best course for me to book?“A standard Spanish course is a good option for you. The classes combine elements of a more traditional language course such as vocabulary and grammar, with a more modern approach that involves conversation and real-life uses of the language that goes beyond grammar.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 02, 2023
- Is there a laundry facility (washer & dryer) at the student residence or nearby?“Yes, the students will have laundry facilities at the Family – Student Residence.”Eugenio Córdova, Academic Director from Instituto Superior de Español - Apr 12, 2023
FAQ about Instituto Superior de Español,
- I don't know how to make the payment.“You can select from the calculator on the school page:
1. the course and the number of weeks you want to book.
2. the start date of the course.
3. the type of accommodation you want to book (if you don't want to book accommodation with the school, you can ignore it).
4. the number of private lessons and airport transfer service, if you don't need them, do not select any.
Click " RESESRVE at the lowest price" under the calculator and follow the instructions, you will be able to pay the prepayment successfully!
The outstanding fees excluding the prepayment will be paid after the school issues the invoice, and to the bank account indicated in the school's invoice.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 16, 2022 - What happens if there are not enough students of my level? Will I still get the full number of group lessons booked?“In case there is no good group for your language level, instead of 20 group lessons, you will get 14 private lessons. A lot of schools have similar arrangements in such situations. ”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 20, 2023
- Is airport pickup offered by Instituto Superior de Español?Yes. The school offers pickup from Mariscal Sucre International Airport ( US$)
- 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 1 students (Private Course) to 6 students (Standard Course)
- 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 Sweden with a 5%% representation, followed by students from Germany (15%) and Switzerland (15%).
- 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.