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Spanish school in San Sebastian: San Sebastián Escuela Internacional

From 28€ per week
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of San Sebastián Escuela Internacional, San Sebastian
Ranked #2 of 4 Spanish schools in San Sebastian
School
Location of the school
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

(10)
Students 18-30 years
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

(24)
Students 31-49 years
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

(15)
Students 50+ years
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

(19)
What we like about the school
  • Welcome pack with handy things including a notepad, pen, city map, folder and a bag.
  • Learning progress guarantee.
  • Very favorable cancellation terms. You can cancel courses with less than 6 days notice.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location:San Sebastián International is located in the unique city of San Sebastián in northern Spain´s Basque Country. The school is housed in modern premises in the city centre, within a 10-minute walk of the beach, and is surrounded by bars, restaurants, eateries and further attractions. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include the Cristina Enea parkea, the Tabakalera Arts and Cultural Center, the Good Shepard of San Sebastián Cathedral and La Concha beach.

Course selection: The school offers a wide range of courses suitable for students of all levels and ages. In addition to General Spanish taught over various levels and intensities, the school also provides combination courses with Surfing, Business Spanish, Executive courses, work experience and mini-group programmes. During the summer, full-immersion Junior programmes are available.

Social and cultural: San Sebastian is a unique place with much to offer in Basque Country tradition and cuisine. A safe city where all is within walking distance, San Sebastián is surrounded by spectacular hills for walks and excursions. The school can also assist with information for learning Surfing, Stand Up Paddling, practising Yoga, mountain sports, Language exchanges and taking part in the local Gastronomic experience.

Additional information: The school has been teaching for over 65 years, and teaching Spanish for over 30 years. The main objective of San Sebastián Escuela International is to make sure that students improve their Spanish quickly and at a manageable price.
  • The language school San Sebastián Escuela Internacional was founded in San Sebastian, Spain in 1989.
  • The school is an official exam center
    The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

Spanish Courses

General Language
Junior
Online
Private
Exam Preparation
Language Plus Activity
Specialty Courses

Information for all courses offered by San Sebastián Escuela Internacional

Comments about courses

summer supplement for 2024: from July 1st to August 30th

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
60.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 20 € per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 39 €. 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, 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.
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

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 Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
Note: All courses offered by San Sebastián Escuela Internacional, San Sebastian can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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San Sebastián Escuela Internacional

“Our main objective: you will learn Spanish quickly and you feel that your money is well spent.”
Carlos Lacunza Oyarbide
– 
Carlos Lacunza Oyarbide
Director of San Sebastián Escuela Internacional
Accreditations and Quality seals
FEDELEIALCSistema de Acreditación de Centros Instituto Cervantes (SACIC)Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalInternational House
Spanish teacher qualifications
98% 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 8:30
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at San Sebastián Escuela Internacional and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Auditorium

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 18
    Number of public PC workstations: 8
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Disabled car park

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Accessible for persons with disabilities

Additional comment about facilities of school

* Parking space is available for rent

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 120
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 70
Junior courses - In summer: 80
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 80
Minimum age of students
17 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Junior courses In summer: 12
Junior courses Throughout the year: 12
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 28 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Bilbao Airport:
180 € one way
360 € return (both ways)
San Sebastian Airport:
75 € one way
150 € return (both ways)
Biarritz Pays Basque Airport:
130 € one way
260 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Donostia - San Sebastian (EAS).
More information about airports around San Sebastian and how to get from the airport to San Sebastian on your own here on our San Sebastian page.

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
Free shipment via regular mail
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
Ballet
Baseball
Basketball
Cooking
Cricket
Dancing
Diving
Field Hockey
Football (soccer)
Horse riding
Ice Hockey
Mountainbiking
Music
Rugby
Sailing
Skiing
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Orientation tour
Language Exchange
Watching movies at school
Basque language class
* Volleyball on the beach

Adults - Paid activities

- Yoga: EUR 40
- Latin dancing: EUR 20
- Surf: EUR 95
- Cooking course and dinner with a chef: EUR 85

Junior - Free activities

Orientation tour
Excursion to Hondarribia
Volleyball on the beach
Boat trip around Pasajes de San Juan
* San Fermines in Pamplona.

Junior - Paid activities

- Surf: EUR 80
- Basque cooking course: EUR 85
Video about leisure activities at San Sebastián Escuela Internacional San Sebastian

Accommodation

Ratings of San Sebastián Escuela Internacional compared to ratings of all schools in Spain

 San Sebastián Escuela Internacional San SebastianAverage of all other schools in Spain
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Location of the school4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Homestay4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Student opinions about San Sebastián Escuela Internacional, San Sebastian

Liked
The director did an excellent job at making everybody feel comfortable and motivating students to take the study aspect seriously (Homework! I had not done that since I was at college!). It was very nice to have two different teachers on the same day with very different temperaments and methods.
Disliked
The classrooms are a little too small.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Other comments A two-week stay really is a minimum. I only had time for one week and that's a shame, and also bad in terms of "value for money" because of the fixed inscription fee.
Course: General
4. Sep. 2003
Liked
The quality of the B2 lessons is very high with a lot of variation and at a great pace. I had two different teachers with different approaches, which worked great. The division into language levels is well organised.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments The organization is somewhat chaotic, especially on the starting day.
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week
2. Aug. 2018
Liked
I thought the school was in a great location, I also felt like the teachers were of high quality and really help me grow as a Spanish speaker.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Take advantage of your time at the school, participate and ask questions to fully understand and immerse yourself in this incredible experience.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Junior Homestay
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments I would have preferred if the after school activities were in Spanish.
Course: Junior Summer Course (14 to 17 years) [Spanish] - 2 weeks
12. Jul. 2018
Liked
The organization. All data was known and prepared, test on the first day, very well organized course, certificate on last day etc.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss A week is too short, stay longer!
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Shared Apartment
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments The way how they teach. We have been listening to a recording once a week. We spent the other time writing on sheets. Would love to see more diversity in the course materials.
Course: Intensive 20 - 1 week
19. Jul. 2010
Liked
How people can progress in this school,speak with people from all the world,have really nice friendship with other students.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss tell people that travelling in san sebastian by car is not a good way , better in bicycle
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Course: Intensive 30 - High Season - 9 weeks
26. Sep. 2007
Liked
Teachers and all members of the school are so kind and profesional, a very good organization, the school is so clean.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

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
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Business Spanish - 2 weeks
15. Nov. 2008
Liked
The teacher are really welcoming and made it really easy to pick up the language in a short time.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The Guggenheim museum in Bilbao. A trip to Barcelona.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: General
11. Jul. 2003
Liked
The teachers were very committed and have designed the courses very variable.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Spanish + Surfing (week 1) / Intensive 20 (week 2) - 2 weeks
12. Oct. 2015
Liked
Warm and friendly atmosphere, very welcoming, very professional, excellent
Disliked
I would have liked more social activities such as excursions, cultural evenings
Insider tips about what future students should not miss the "pintxos" in the "Parte Vieja" !!
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Other comments in general highly recommendable school; suggestion: could offer classes about Basque culture/history/language
Course: General
4. May. 2000
Liked
The teachers were very competent and enthusiastic, and taught very well.
Disliked
Just one comment: I would have liked to have visited Guernica. There was an outing, but only for young people.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Register quickly
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Shared Apartment
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good teaching methods
Other comments Maybe more books in the library!
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 6 weeks
21. Aug. 2023
Liked
The good company with the teachers and that we learned on playing games
Insider tips about what future students should not miss the social program could be better
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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 Executive
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Other comments I liked very much the way of teaching. Just the program of free activities could be better
Course: Intensive 20 - High Season - 2 weeks
10. Oct. 2007
Liked
Their ability to create a targeted plan for me with useful materials.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Get to know your other classmates and look to do things together.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Fantastic School. Great, patient teachers in Vero and Ignaki, the explained the approach and plan very well and were able to put me on a plan that helped me to improve a lot in a very short space of time. Highly recommend it and would go back again.
Other comments Thanks for the great lessons to Vero, Inkaki, Maria and the team. I hope to see you again next year.
Course: Spanish + Surfing - 1 week
4. Apr. 2019
Liked
Fabulous location. Friendly staff and teachers. Quality instruction.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Lacunza provided an additional class for seniors (1.5 hours) which was excellent! It provided an environment where we could practice speaking Spanish without feeling any pressure of the usual classroom environment. Rosa, our teacher, was excellent and also took the class on some city excursions.
Course: Intensive 30 - Seniors  - 3 weeks
4. Oct. 2022
Liked
The welcome, the dynamism and the professionalism of the teachers.
Disliked
Lots of young people..... normal it's summer.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss La Semana Grande.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Shared Apartment
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: I am happy with the course because finally I mastered the Spanish subjunctive...
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 6 weeks
22. Aug. 2022
Liked
This school was very good. The teachers were amazing.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Don't miss the activities suggested by the the school, it's a good way to meet and become friend with people all around the world.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Shared Apartment
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments The school was very great but the flat was a little old and it was far from the school and the center of the city.
Course: Intensive 30 - 3 weeks
22. Aug. 2012
Liked
I like the friendly atmosphere and nice teachers.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

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
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared Apartment
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Friendly and helpful staff at school. Good teachers
Course: Intensive Course 20 [Spanish] - 1 week
11. Nov. 2019
Liked
I loved the teachers amd the surfing lessons.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Do lots of activities like surfing in summer.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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 Executive
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments The school is very clean and well organized. There are great teachers and fun activities. I wish the classes were longer.
Course: Spanish + surfing - 3 weeks
19. Dec. 2005
Liked
Friendliness, the kindness of the teachers;
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Private lessons are great
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

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

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments A pity that, at the end of the week, no printed evaluation sheet is given to the student
Course: Intensive Combined (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
15. Jul. 2013
Liked
The skilled teachers and the neighbourhood
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Do get out of the city during the weekends, as there streets get very busy.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared Apartment
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments The book was not good at all. We got loose sheets that the teachers copied for us.
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 3 weeks
13. Sep. 2018
Liked
The quality of teaching and the professors
Insider tips about what future students should not miss surfing!
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared Apartment
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments Apart from the unbelievable city - San-Sebastian (which i can tell not only according to me but also by discussing Spanish towns with other students who have much more experience than i do) is the most beautiful and amazing city in the whole country. Lacunza is a nice place for people who honestly want to improve their language skills and at the same time to have an amazing summer vacation!
Course: Spanish + Surfing - 2 weeks
23. Jul. 2012
Liked
Very good level of tuition, friendly staff
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Intensive 30 - 1 week
31. Aug. 2010
Liked
The location and the friendly atmosphere!
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Tapas excursion ...
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Shared Apartment
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Intensive Course 20 [Spanisch] - 1 week
16. Apr. 2018
Liked
Great supportive and professional staff
Disliked
I cannot identify any weaknesses.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: I wish I had booked 3 weeks rather than 2 weeks to establish basic conversation skills.
Other comments Great school. Great friendly staff
Course: Intensive Course 30 [Spanish] - 2 weeks
20. Jun. 2023
Liked
That there were several nationalities
Insider tips about what future students should not miss not
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

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
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Homestay Low season
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Junior Summer Course (14 to 17 years) [Espagnol] - 1 week
14. Aug. 2018
Liked
Good lessons! Interactive and fun.
Disliked
Cant think of anything
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Course: Intensive 20 + Gastronomic Experience - 1 week
10. Apr. 2023
Liked
All the persons are really friendly
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: Intensive 30/ Low Season - 2 weeks
19. Dec. 2005
Liked
To be provided proper class(level)
Insider tips about what future students should not miss just try this school!
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Other comments school helps the student and provides necessary info for their lives
Course: Intensive 20 - Low Season - 1 week
28. Mar. 2007
Liked
Great atmosphere lovely teachers
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)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Shared Apartment
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Intensive Course 20 + Surf Activity  - 1 week
16. Aug. 2022
Liked
Carmen was an excellent teacher
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

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

Liked
People from all over the world.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

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

Course: General
12. Sep. 2003

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Questions and answers about San Sebastián Escuela Internacional

  • We offer the students residence (with private bed- and bathroom) but there is no kitchen available. Based on preferred dates, we can send you more information about the options available. Please let us know what your desired dates are and we will be happy to assist you!
    Maria, from San Sebastián Escuela Internacional7 - Mar 18, 2022
  • The Intensive 30 senior course is a combination of group classes mixed with other same level international students of all ages/nationalities AND mini group classes for students more than 50 years old with a programme focused on culture and gastronomy. You can take how many weeks you want.
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 16, 2023
  • No, shared flat accommodation means you live either with international students or with a local resident. The big difference with a host family is that you provide your own meals and may use the kitchen. If your preference is to live with international students, please indicate this in the comments during booking, so we can try to make this happen.
    Maria, Administration from Lacunza - Sep 13, 2023

FAQ about San Sebastián Escuela Internacional,

  • First, they have dinner together. We encourage students to talk to the host family and tell them their preferences about food and also activities. Sometimes they go for a walk along the sea or city, sometimes they go for ice cream, sometimes they watch a movie or play games. Sometimes they study together. Please note that most of our host families work during the day and therefore have to take care of the household in the evening as well. After dinner there is no planned programme, it depends on the family and also on the student.
    Maria, from San Sebastián Escuela Internacional - Feb 18, 2022
  • ​The student should adapt to the plans of the family. They could have a trip to the beach, the mountains or to other villages/cities. Some host families take the students to France (just 30 minutes from San Sebastián).
    Maria, from San Sebastián Escuela Internacional - Feb 18, 2022
  • At least 10 days before arrival we send the host family details with address, email, and phone number. All students must contact the family before arrival with their arrival time. They can book a transfer service from the airport or directly go to the host family.
    Maria, from San Sebastián Escuela Internacional - Feb 18, 2022
  • Everything is included in the programme, but we recommend the students to bring no more than 70€ - 80€ per week for snacks, souvenirs, or shopping.
    Maria, from San Sebastián Escuela Internacional - Feb 18, 2022
  • Excursions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons, as well as the Saturday excursion, are included in the programme.
    If students do trips to museums/cinemas/restaurants or similar with the host family, they should pay on their own, unless the host family says otherwise.
    Maria, from San Sebastián Escuela Internacional - Feb 18, 2022
  • Yes, that is correct!
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 18, 2023
  • San Sebastián Escuela Internacional offers courses from 14 years (Junior Summer Course - Double Room , 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.
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