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Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish SchoolsHeredia, Costa Rica

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4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Overall school rating of Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools, Heredia
Ranked #1 of 1 Spanish schools in Heredia
School
Location of the school
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

(0)
Students 18-30 years
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

(2)
Students 31-49 years
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

(1)
Students 50+ years
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

(2)
What we like about the school
  • On campus volunteer opportunities.
  • Free daily activities on campus.
  • Free coffee, tea and water dispenser on campus.
  • Excellent rating of teaching quality (5.0/5.0)
  • Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (4.7/5.0)
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Heredia is located in the Costa Rican city of Heredia, on the outskirts of San José. The school is housed in a large residential home which has been converted into a school, surrounded by garden space. Within walking distance of the school are several eateries, links to public transport and attractions such as the Nicolás Ulloa Central Park, the Mercado Central de Heredia and the Plaza Heredia commercial shopping centre.

Course selection: Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Heredia provides Spanish language tuition throughout the year. In addition to General Spanish, available to students of all levels, the school also provides programmes of private or semi-private tuition, Academic immersion courses for teenagers and immersive camps for kids, teens & the rest of the family. Combination programmes of Spanish and volunteering within local projects and organisations are also readily available.

Accommodation: The school can arrange accommodation with local homestay families or in one and two-bedroom private apartments. The apartments are housed on the floor above the school, ensuring students have all they need in one place! The homestay accommodations are within walking distance of the school.

School facilities: The school facilities include a terrace, a movie room, a lounge area, and garden for socialising, a student support desk for any questions that arise and free WiFi.
  • The language school Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools was founded in Heredia, Costa Rica in 1993.
  • Legal name / parent company: Centro de Idiomas Intercultura S.A.
  • Tax registration ID: 3-101-154356

Spanish Courses

General Language
Junior
Online
Private

Information for all courses offered by Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools

Comments about courses

Holidays which fall on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday will be moved to the Friday (or Monday) of that same week.

If there happens to be only one student in a class/level, class hours will be adjusted to 2.5 hours per day of private instruction. Class time goes back to 4 hours per day as soon as another student joins the class/level.

Airport Transfer fees:
USD 28 from SJO to Heredia (one way).

Lesson duration
53 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 30 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 25 Mar 2024 - 30 Mar 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 03 May 2024, 26 Jul 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 22 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
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

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
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 at first day of classes
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Videos & Photos

  • Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools - Historic Heredia Campus & Surroundings1/7
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  • Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools - School tour3/7
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  • Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools - Student Interviews5/7
  • Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools - Students of all Ages feel welcome here 6/7
  • Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools - Intercultura Changed my Life! 7/7
  • Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools building
    Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools building1/24
  • Building in Heredia
    Building in Heredia2/24
  • lounge
    lounge3/24
  • Enjoying Heredia
    Enjoying Heredia4/24
  • Exploring Heredia
    Exploring Heredia5/24
  • Relaxing between lessons
    Relaxing between lessons6/24
  • Chatting
    Chatting7/24
  • Excursion
    Excursion8/24
  • 9/24
  • 10/24
  • Building
    Building 11/24
  • 12/24
  • Volcano
    Volcano13/24
  • Accommodation
    Accommodation14/24
  • 15/24
  • Dance class
    Dance class16/24
  • Homestay in Heredia
    Homestay in Heredia17/24
  • Bedroom
    Bedroom18/24
  • Terrace
    Terrace19/24
  • Common area
    Common area20/24
  • Balcony
    Balcony 21/24
  • Sightseeing
    Sightseeing22/24
  • Views
    Views23/24
  • Sites
    Sites24/24

Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalUnited Nation Global Compact
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
Student gender mix
42% male / 58% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoPayPal - logoCash payment - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in most classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 22
    Number of public PC workstations: 2
    Paid parking (<500m)

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 50
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 30
Junior courses - In summer: 15
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
Minimum age of students
18 years
8 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 15
Adult courses Throughout the year: 12
Junior courses In summer: 8
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 29 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

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.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Ballet
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Latin Dance – Cooking – Yoga – Zumba – Arts – Intercambios – Local Culture & more!

Adults - Paid activities

Coffee Tour, Volcano, Waterfall, San Jose City, Canopy, Indigenous Community, Tortuga Island, Water-Rafting etc.

Junior - Free activities

Latin Dance – Cooking – Yoga – Zumba – Arts – Intercambios – Local Culture & more!

Junior - Paid activities

Coffee Tour, Volcano, Waterfall, San Jose City, Canopy, Indigenous Community, Tortuga Island, Water-Rafting etc.

Accommodation

Ratings of Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools compared to ratings of all schools in Costa Rica

 Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools HerediaAverage of all other schools in Costa Rica
Overall school rating4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Location of the school4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Organisation4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Value for money4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Homestay4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shared flat4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Student opinions about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools, Heredia

Liked
My teacher, Jesús, was excellent! Seriously, one of the best teachers I've ever seen. The office staff were all friendly and helpful.
Disliked
The school is fine, really it is. My only negative comments would relate to the town of Heredia itself. It's a little bit slummy and not very interesting, but even at that, I got used to being there.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss If you can study with Jesús, by all means do! Unfortunately I don't know anything about the other teachers. If they're all at his level, this is a great place.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay Family
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: The last two of the three weeks I was the only student at my level, so the class time was cut in half. I was a little disappointed, but Jesús really worked me hard, so I guess it worked out even.
Other comments All in all, it was a very positive experience.
Course: Standard Course 20 - 3 weeks
11. Jul. 2023
Liked
Very nice staff and teachers all the time.
Disliked
Teacher didn't change each week like I was hoping but usually they do.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Walk around town in your free time. It helps everything feel more familiar.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay Family
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: None.
Other comments None.
Course: Standard Course 20 [Spanish] - 4 weeks
12. Feb. 2024
Liked
Overall friendliness
Disliked
One classroom that I started in wasn't quite as good as I thought it should be
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay Family
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Standard Course 20 - 4 weeks
24. Oct. 2022
Liked
The friendly people
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Standard Group 20 [Spanish] - 4 weeks
20. Feb. 2020

Student Testimonial Videos

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Calle 10 Avenida 4 - 40101 Heredia
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Questions and answers about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools

  • Yes, it won't be a problem. We can organize the airport transfer for you.
    Claudia Kiebl, Intercultura Student Services from Intercultura Costa Rica - Mar 12, 2023

FAQ about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools,

  • All students aged 18 and up are welcome to study with Intercultura Costa Rica in Heredia year-round.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 03, 2023
  • As Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish schools is not a university, we are not an accredited institution. However, although we are not an accredited institution, there are several universities in the US and Canada that endorse our programme and have accepted it to be part of their Study abroad programme. Those universities receive and accept our documentation (Curriculum, grades, exams, transcripts, and final portfolios or essays as required by the university) as proof of the educational and evaluative progress via which they grant the credits to their students. It is very important that if a student comes to study with us for university credits, that he/she has already presented our Curriculum to the Spanish department/Study abroad department of his/her university and has been approved for academic credits from Intercultura to be granted. We are happy to help if needed by presenting syllabi, course outlines/curriculum.
    Claudia, Customer Care Coordinator from Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools - Sep 28, 2023
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Intercultura varies from 1 students (Online Private Course) to 6 students (Standard Course 20)
  • 100% of teachers at Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools comes from USA with a 39% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (21%) and Germany (12%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools offers courses from 8 years (Kids & Teen Camp , 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 29 for the rest of the year.

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