International HouseMadrid, Spain
Location: International House is a multilingual language school in Madrid. It sits in the Almagro neighbourhood, to the north of the city's core. There is an array of restaurants and shops in the streets surrounding the school.
Getting around: Alonso Martínez metro station is close to the school and has 3 major metro lines that weave throughout the city. Bus stops are on the major streets around the school.
Course Selection: The school provides face-to-face Spanish, English, French and German classes. Spanish and English lessons are also possible online. It is possible to take English exam preparation courses for the Cambridge English, IELTS and Lingua skills exams. These preparation programmes are also available for the DELE, SIELE and CCSE Spanish exams. International House has English teacher training packages in both CELTA and DELTA.
- The language school International House was founded in Madrid, Spain in 1982.
- Tax registration ID: A28721264
Spanish Courses
An extensive course offers the convenience of a flexible schedule that allows you to balance work and social life with the study of the Spanish language. The teaching method is communicative and emphasis is put on the four linguistic skills, although the main focus is oral expression (speaking) and oral comprehension (listening).
Evening class timetable: Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday: 18.30-20.00 or 20.00-21.30.
Afternoon: 18:30 - 20:00
The perfect course for students who want to make quick progress.
You'll study in a small group of students in a multicultural environment. You can join the classes on any Monday, and study for as many weeks as you need to reach your objective. Courses are available for all levels, and you'll be speaking in Spanish from the very first day, participating in many types of activities and improving all of your language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).
All courses include
- initial level test
- individualized tutoring
- a certificate of achievement
- a final progress report.
The Intensive 20 course also includes a varied social and cultural programme with weekly activities that take place in the afternoons and evenings after your class. You'll learn about Spanish history, traditions and culture. Some of the most popular activities are: walking tours of old Madrid, tapas nights, flamenco shows, guided tours of museums and visits to famous sights around the city.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
General Spanish classes in a multilingual course combined with afternoon classes in mini-groups. The objective is to reinforce class content in small groups as well as to focus on faster progress. Students will also be able to reinforce oral expression.
The Intensive 30 Spanish course is designed for people who want to learn or perfect their Spanish language in as short a time as possible from beginners to advanced level, classes in the classroom are combined with outside activities to enable you to enjoy the full cultural and linguistic experience of being in Madrid.
The intensive course also includes a social programme with weekly cultural activities, so that students can learn about Spanish history, traditions and culture as part of their learning process. The activities are normally organised in the afternoon and last approximately two hours. The activity is always guided by a teacher and may vary in price. Some of the usual activities are: a walking tour of old Madrid, a tapas night, a flamenco show or guided visits to museums and monuments in the city. Occasionally, excursions are organised at weekends to places of historical interest, such as Toledo or Segovia, and to places of natural interest, such as the Sierra de Guadarrama.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:30
Intensive Plus Spanish courses and individual teaching to kick start your Spanish and reach your goal! It includes 20 lessons plus 5 individual classes a week. The one to one classes are tailor made to help you reinforce your knowledge of Spanish.
The intensive course also includes a social programme with weekly cultural activities, so that students can learn about Spanish history, traditions and culture as part of their learning process. The activities are normally organised in the afternoon and last approximately two hours. The activity is always guided by a teacher and may vary in price. Some of the usual activities are: a walking tour of old Madrid, a tapas night, a flamenco show or guided visits to museums and monuments in the city. Occasionally, excursions are organised at weekends to places of historical interest, such as Toledo or Segovia, and to places of natural interest, such as the Sierra de Guadarrama.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 15:30
This exclusive course is intended for those who fall into the 50+ age group and wish to improve their Spanish with people of similar age and interests while combining it with Spanish culture. The courses includes a separate cultural programme especially created for this course which includes activities such as art and cooking clases, wine tasting and extended guided visits to the various art galleries and museums.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Students will learn Spanish by participating in social and cultural activities and in motivating, topic-based language classes. Students will have two hours of activities every day, as well as two hours of classroom-based tuition.
The aim is to make learning the language fun, social and practical, and approach it as a holiday with new friends.
All of the courses are supervised by the experienced teachers, both during classes and trips outside of the school.
What’s included:
- All course materials
- All activities and entrance tickets (where necessary)
- End-of-course certificate
- Madrid city travel card (20 trips)
It is an ideal way to develop language ability and skills that perfectly match your needs. Before your Spanish course starts you'll complete a needs analysis so that a course that caters for your requirements and helps you reach your language goals can be designed.
The aim of this course is to achieve a good communicative level of Spanish.
The classes are dynamic and enjoyable, and in them you will focus on real situations that involve the four communicative skills: speaking, grammar, writing and listening.
The classes are held in Zoom.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Classes focused on oral expression practice with topics proposed by the teacher and discussed by the student with the rest of the participants. An A2+ level of Spanish is required to access the course.
Afternoon: 18:00 - 20:00
It offers the convenience of a flexible schedule that allows you to balance work and social life with the study of the Spanish language. The teaching method is communicative and emphasis is put on the four linguistic skills, although the main focus is oral expression (speaking) and oral comprehension (listening).
Schedule: Evening class timetable: Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday: 18.30-20.00 or 20.00-21.30.
Afternoon: 18:30 - 20:00
It is an ideal way to develop language ability and skills that perfectly match your needs. Before your Spanish course starts you'll complete a needs analysis so that we can design a course that caters for your requirements and helps you reach your language goals.
You can choose the number of hours, days, and the schedule.
It is an ideal way to develop language ability and skills that perfectly match your needs. Before your Spanish course starts you'll complete a needs analysis so that we can design a course that caters for your requirements and helps you reach your language goals.
You can choose the number of hours, days, and the schedule.
It is an ideal way to develop language ability and skills that perfectly match your needs. Before your Spanish course starts you'll complete a needs analysis so that we can design a course that caters for your requirements and helps you reach your language goals.
You can choose the number of hours, days, and the schedule.
An individual course that combines classroom learning with socio-cultural visits supervised by a teacher.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:00
Preparation course for the DELE to obtain the official Spanish certificate. It is offered for all levels. Teachers are accredited as DELE examiners. The classes are held in small groups.
Timetable: Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 17:00h -19:00h
Afternoon: 17:00 - 19:00
It is a 12-week combined face-to-face and online teacher training. There are 10 sessions of supervised lesson planning & face-to-face teaching practice with real students on Saturday mornings, including observation of experienced and qualified teachers. The training is assessed according to the same criteria as the face-to-face course, and the course leads to full CELTA qualification.
It is intended for those without previous experience who wish to enter the profession and for teachers with no previous training. Success in the certificate has enabled many candidates to achieve their first teaching position. The course is highly regarded by employers as providing sound initial training and a strong basis from which to develop as a teacher of English.
Courses have a minimum of 120 contact hours and candidates need to dedicate a minimum of 80 hours for the required reading, research, assignments and lesson preparation.
Trainees are continuously assessed in all the syllabus areas, including written assignments, and with particular emphasis on their teaching ability and potential. At the end of the course, successful candidates receive the Cambridge CELTA certificate and a detailed progress report.
The best option if you want to do the course quickly and intensively.
It is intended for those without previous experience who wish to enter the profession and for teachers with no previous training. Success in the certificate has enabled many candidates to achieve their first teaching position. The course is highly regarded by employers as it provides sound initial training and a strong basis from which to develop as a teacher of English.
Courses have a minimum of 120 contact hours and candidates need to dedicate a minimum of 80 hours for the required reading, research, assignments and lesson preparation.
Trainees are continuously assessed in all the syllabus areas, including written assignments, and with particular emphasis on their teaching ability and potential. At the end of the course, successful candidates receive the Cambridge CELTA certificate and a detailed progress report.
It is a 12-week combined face-to-face and online teacher training. There are 10 sessions of supervised lesson planning & face-to-face teaching practice with real students on Saturday mornings, including observation of experienced and qualified teachers. The training is assessed according to the same criteria as the face-to-face course, and the course leads to full CELTA qualification.
The course content and teaching practice requirements are identical to the face-to-face and blended versions of CELTA. The only difference is that it will all be done through Zoom. All you need is a computer and a good internet connection.
It includes the training sessions, planning support, teaching practice and feedback on your lessons.
It is intended for those without previous experience who wish to enter the profession and for teachers with no previous training. Success in the certificate has enabled many candidates to achieve their first teaching position. The course is highly regarded by employers as providing sound initial training and a strong basis from which to develop as a teacher of English.
Courses have a minimum of 120 contact hours and candidates need to dedicate a minimum of 80 hours for the required reading, research, assignments and lesson preparation.
Trainees are continuously assessed in all the syllabus areas, including written assignments, and with particular emphasis on their teaching ability and potential. At the end of the course, successful candidates receive the Cambridge CELTA certificate and a detailed progress report.
A manageable option for candidates who would like to extend the training over a longer period.
It is intended for those without previous experience who wish to enter the profession and for teachers with no previous training. Success in the certificate has enabled many candidates to achieve their first teaching position. The course is highly regarded by employers as providing sound initial training and a strong basis from which to develop as a teacher of English.
Courses have a minimum of 120 contact hours and candidates need to dedicate a minimum of 80 hours for the required reading, research, assignments and lesson preparation.
Trainees are continuously assessed in all the syllabus areas, including written assignments, and with particular emphasis on their teaching ability and potential. At the end of the course, successful candidates receive the Cambridge CELTA certificate and a detailed progress report.
Information for all courses offered by International House
01 Jan 2024, 06 Jan 2024, 19 Mar 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 15 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 12 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 06 Dec 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
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Accommodation
As a student staying in a house, you will enjoy sharing experiences and interacting with your host family. Depending on how you integrate, you will be able to experience many things that other types of accommodation do not offer, such as participating in family events, dining out, going to amusement parks, shopping, visiting museums, participating in festive events, etc. because everything is possible. You will live with local families (families or individuals) located a short distance from the school. You will have the following services:
- Fully furnished room
- Breakfast
- Washing machine and laundry facilities
- Gas and electricity included
- Wifi
As a student staying in a house, you will enjoy sharing experiences and interacting with your host family. Depending on how you integrate, you will be able to experience many things that other types of accommodation do not offer, such as participating in family events, dining out, going to amusement parks, shopping, visiting museums, participating in festive events, etc. because everything is possible. You will live with local families (families or individuals) located a short distance from the school. You will have the following services:
- Fully furnished room
- Breakfast and dinner
- Washing machine and laundry facilities
- Gas and electricity included
- Wifi
If you are looking for more independence, then a shared flat is the option for you. Prepare
your own meals and interact with fellow students of all ages and backgrounds.
In the residence, students will be able to develop both intellectually and personally in a cozy and familiar environment with all the necessary facilities to make their stay as comfortable as possible. With spacious rest areas where you can relax after your classes.
Facilities:
- Fully furnished room with a private bathroom, study table and wardrobes
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine included
- Gas and electricity
- Wifi
In the residence, students will be able to develop both intellectually and personally in a cozy and familiar environment with all the necessary facilities to make their stay as comfortable as possible. With spacious rest areas where you can relax after your classes.
Facilities:
- Fully furnished room with a private bathroom, study table and wardrobes
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine included
- Gas and electricity
- Wifi
In the residence, students will be able to develop both intellectually and personally in a cozy and familiar environment with all the necessary facilities to make their stay as comfortable as possible. With spacious rest areas where you can relax after your classes.
Facilities:
- Fully furnished room with a private bathroom, study table and wardrobes
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine included
- Gas and electricity
- Wifi
In the residence, students will be able to develop both intellectually and personally in a cozy and familiar environment with all the necessary facilities to make their stay as comfortable as possible. With spacious rest areas where you can relax after your classes.
Facilities:
- Fully furnished room with a private bathroom, study table and wardrobes
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine included
- Gas and electricity
- Wifi
In the residence, students will be able to develop both intellectually and personally in a cozy and familiar environment with all the necessary facilities to make their stay as comfortable as possible. With spacious rest areas where you can relax after your classes.
Facilities:
- Fully furnished room with a private bathroom, study table and wardrobes
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine included
- Gas and electricity
- Wifi
In the residence, students will be able to develop both intellectually and personally in a cozy and familiar environment with all the necessary facilities to make their stay as comfortable as possible. With spacious rest areas where you can relax after your classes.
Facilities:
- Fully furnished room with a private bathroom, study table and wardrobes
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine included
- Gas and electricity
- Wifi
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