Montanita Spanish SchoolMontanita, Ecuador
- Welcome dinner.
- The school cabanas feature a swimming pool, jacuzzi and hammocks.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Rooftop terrace
Location: Montañita Spanish School is located in the charming and funky beach town of Montañita, Ecuador. The school is housed in a fantastic modern building close to the beach, with lots of natural light and views out to the sea. A short distance from the local bus station, multiple restaurants, hostels, shops and supermarkets, students are in an excellent place to enjoy the beauty of Montañita to its fullest.
Course selection: Finding the right course for your needs is made easy with Montañita Spanish School as, along with traditional Spanish courses taught in groups, the school also offers Spanish in conjunction with Scuba Diving, Surfing and more. Students are sure to learn a lot and have some memorable moments along the way. The school also runs exemplary Spanish & Volunteering programmes, where students may volunteer in local schools, Medical Clinics, Orphanages and on educational projects regarding the environment.
Accommodation: The school has some excellent options for accommodation, with private cabins, with or without kitchens, Homestay accommodation within local families, and shared dormitories, all fantastic choices.
Social and Cultural: Montañita Spanish School are also happy to organise extraordinary trips, such as tours of the Galápagos islands which can last up to 8 days or more! The school also doubles up as a surf school, organising classes in Surf, Yoga, Scuba Diving and Kite surfing for all interested students.
- The language school Montanita Spanish School was founded in Montanita, Ecuador in 2007.
- Legal name / parent company: Montanita Spanish School
- Tax registration ID: 1309537320001
Spanish Courses
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Price in US$ | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 900 | 1080 | 1260 | 1440 | 1620 | 1800 | 2160 |
GROUP CLASSES:
The school believes group classes are the best way to practice what you learn and build up confidence. As you will be conversing with other students, your understanding of the language will grow much faster than it would by yourself! You don’t need to worry about pairing with a more fluent speaker either; they have six different ability groups designed to match you with students on the same level as you.
These mini-group Spanish classes take up 20 hours a week and are comprised of two 2-hour lessons per day, 5 days a week. They’ll have you fluent in no time!
Individual students getting the attention they need is important to them. That is why they have a maximum of 6 students per class, so each student gets lengthy and focused help.
Morning classes consist of 2 hours of grammar-based learning, while the afternoons use 2 hours of conversational Spanish with an active, hands-on approach that has proven extremely effective. Many of the students enjoy practising their new Spanish abilities with locals in town and by participating in additional activities, such as a Spanish cooking class or yoga classes!
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price in US$ | 305 | 610 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
You will have six hours of Spanish classes for the Bildungsurlaub per day, with which you can decide if you want to combine 4 hours of group classes with 2 hours of private classes per day or do 6 hours of private classes only.
GROUP CLASSES
The school believes group classes are the best way to practice what you learn and build up confidence. As you will be conversing with other students, your understanding of the language will grow much faster than it would by yourself! You don’t need to worry about pairing with a more fluent speaker either; they have six different ability groups designed to match you with students at the same level as you.
These mini-group Spanish classes take up 20 hours a week and are comprised of two 2-hour lessons per day, 5 days a week. They’ll have you fluent in no time!
Individual students getting the attention they need is important. That is why the school has a maximum of 6 students per class, so each student gets lengthy and focused help.
Morning classes consist of 2 hours of grammar-based learning, while the afternoons include 2 hours of conversational Spanish with an active, hands-on approach that has proven extremely effective. Many of the students enjoy practicing their new Spanish abilities with locals in town and by participating in the additional activities, such as a Spanish cooking class or yoga classes!
PRIVATE SPANISH
The private classes work wonders for those who function best with individual, focused attention. The teacher being able to direct their entire focus to the student’s exact ability level without being split between multiple students can facilitate more efficient learning, depending on your personal style. If you have to work around a busy schedule or if you wish to progress as quickly as possible, private classes are your best option.
Your teacher will primarily follow the tried and tested syllabus but will make time to focus on areas you need the most help in, which will be discussed in your first class where you and your teacher can identify your strengths and weaknesses. Through this, your teacher will get to know you better and apply the learning style that works best for you.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price in US$ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2250 | 2500 | 3000 |
PRIVATE SPANISH
The private classes work wonders for those who function best with individual, focused attention. The teacher being able to direct their entire focus to the student’s exact ability level without being split between multiple students can facilitate more efficient learning depending on your personal style. If you have to work around a busy schedule or if you wish to progress as quickly as possible, private classes are your best option.
Your teacher will primarily follow the tried and tested syllabus but will make time to focus on areas you need the most help in, which will be discussed in your first class where you and your teacher can identify your strengths and weaknesses. Through this, your teacher will get to know you better and apply the learning style that works best for you.
Flexibility is a great benefit of private tuition. Only in Montañita a short time? Already participating in other activities around town? Working remotely? Private classes can fit into almost any schedule and can accommodate a wide variety of travelers.
SHARED PRIVATE CLASSES
If you’ve travelled here with friends or family, you may prefer to take classes together to advance at the same level. This can give you the best of both worlds: you can benefit from practicing with someone on your own level but you also receive individualized focus and have complete flexibility with scheduling. They also offer a discounted rate from the regular private class prices!
SPANISH FOR FAMILIES
Many of the customers already live in the Montanita area or have recently moved here with their families and want to improve their Spanish to adjust to the local culture. Children also have an advantage of learning languages easier while in their growing stages, making it the perfect opportunity to learn together. Be careful – your children might outpace you and become fluent before you know it!
SPANISH ONLINE
To adapt to the changing world of hospitality and education, they’ve recently begun offering online classes available to anywhere in the world! Classes are taught via zoom and all you need is an internet connection.
Online classes are also a great way to prep for your trip before you leave the country and arrive in Ecuador. Many students like to take a few weeks of online classes in advance to make their arrival smoother and to be as ready as possible when they arrive, as well as some classes after leaving Montañita to keep in practice.
01 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Information for all courses offered by Montanita Spanish School
Airport transfer: USD 100 one way.
Airport transfer: USD 190 Round Trip
01 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 13 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 May 2024, 24 May 2024, 10 Aug 2024, 11 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 02 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Montanita Spanish School
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Movie rental
Lounge
Garden
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 9Number of public PC workstations: 1Free parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
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Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Cooking | | 0.6 km |
Dancing | | - |
Diving | | 45 km |
Football (soccer) | | 0.2 km |
Horse riding | | 20 km |
Swimming | | 0.6 km |
Volleyball | | 0.6 km |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
The school offers everyday yoga classes for $7, but there needs to be a minimum of three people.
On Mondays the school has a cena de bienvenida (welcome-dinner) for the new students.
Once a month, the school offers a cooking class. Cecilia, a local cook, teaches the students how to make an Ecuadorian dinner. In the same week as the cooking class there is a surf trip to a pretty beach to enjoy the waves and the sunset. If you don't want to surf, you can also come and enjoy the beach.
For the rest of the month the activities change per week.
Accommodation
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Price in US$ | 100 | 200 | 300 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 700 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 100 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price of extra night during high season is USD 18.
This is the perfect option for those looking for high quality accommodation on a budget. Keeping true to the rustic look of Montañita, our dorm rooms are all large and spacious allowing you to soak up the peaceful ambiance while saving those hard earned $$. With the options of either 6 bed or 4 bed dorms you will not have problem maintaining some personal privacy.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 | 975 | 1170 | 1365 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 195 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Your Ecuadorian host family gives you the opportunity to be fully immersed in the Ecuadorian lifestyle. While settling in and learning a new language can be hard when you arrive in a foreign country, having the support of a local family and a connection to the local community can make all the difference.
At your homestay in Montañita, you will experience warm hospitality, helping you adjust quickly to your new surroundings. The priceless experience of being treated as a family member from day one is often described as one of the highlights of a student’s trip, not only because of the rapid improvement in their Spanish skills, but also the homey feeling, great food, and lifelong connections made.
All of the homestay families are located in the center of Montañita, no more than 10 minutes' walking distance from the school. You will have a private room with a double bed, a mosquito net, a desk, a fan, and a small dresser. Of course, there is warm water, WiFi and a washing machine to wash your clothes.
If you are travelling with a friend, you can both live with the same family as they have plenty of space to hold two students. Meals are homemade Ecuadorian-style and the families do their best to satisfy special dietary requirements, as both breakfast and dinner are provided.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Staying true to the Rustic look of Montañita, these cabanas were constructed with the environment in mind. With bamboo construction and thatched roofs you will really feel like you are on holiday. Each cabana is furnished with a private bathroom, and are the perfect option for a couple or friends travelling together (Matrimonial and separate beds available)
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 170 | 340 | 510 | 680 | 850 | 1020 | 1190 | 1360 | 1700 | 2040 | 170 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Staying true to the Rustic look of Montañita, these cabanas were constructed with the environment in mind. With bamboo construction and thatched roofs you will really feel like you are on holiday. Each cabana is furnished with a private bathroom, and are the perfect option for a couple or friends travelling together (Matrimonial and separate beds available)
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 | 975 | 1170 | 1365 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 195 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Two of the cabañas are a little larger than the rest and are equipped with a small kitchen. These tastefully decorated rooms are perfect for a couple wishing to do their own cooking in their own space.
Staying true to the rustic look of Montañita, these cabañas were constructed with the environment in mind. With bamboo construction and thatched roofs you will really feel like you are on holiday. Each cabaña is furnished with a private bathroom. They are the perfect option for a couple or friends travelling together (Matrimonial and separate beds available)
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 287 | 574 | 861 | 1148 | 1435 | 1722 | 2009 | 2296 | 2870 | 3444 | 287 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
They have two cabañas that are a little larger than the rest and are equipped with a small kitchen. The rooms are spacious and light and perfect for a couple or someone who prefers to do their cooking privately.
The cabañas with kitchen also have an ensuite bathroom and mosquito nets.
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Student opinions about Montanita Spanish School, Montanita
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Questions and answers about Montanita Spanish School
- I will land in Guayaquil and have booked accommodation through the school. Is there a free pick up from school?“The pick-up service is not included in the price. We can arrange a private transfer for a fee. Please give us the travel dates and we will inform you about the price.
The other option would be to take a taxi from the airport to the bus station and from Guayaquil take a bus to Montañita.”Gijs, from - Nov 07, 2022 - Do courses start every week?“The school is open year-round and students can start on any Monday.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2023
- The student is a lawyer. Would it be possible to organize lessons with legal topics in Spanish?“Yes, the school can organize private lessons for the student and adapt the content according to the student's level and interests.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2023
- Is the school right on the beach with sea views? How is the way to school on rainy days?“We are actually not directly on the beach. The school is on a hill with a fantastic view of the beach. To get here you have to climb a flight of stairs.
If it rains heavily at night, there may be mud at the bottom of the stairs. The path will be cleared of mud by our team as quickly as possible in the morning. Until then, be careful about moving up to school.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 25, 2023
FAQ about Montanita Spanish School, Montanita
- What is the best price for a course at Montanita Spanish School, Montanita?Spanish courses at Montanita Spanish School start at 180 US$ for Group Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Montanita Spanish School?The accommodation Shared Dorm - Cabaña is the most popular among all our clients of Montanita Spanish School
- Is it possible to take a course at Montanita Spanish School as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Private Course
- What is the number of students per class at Montanita Spanish School?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Montanita Spanish School varies from 1 students (Private Course) to 6 students (Group Course )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Montanita Spanish School?60% of teachers at Montanita Spanish School hold a university degree. 40% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Montanita Spanish School offers courses for which ages?Montanita Spanish School offers courses from 10 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.