What we like about the school
- 5 locations, all offering the same Spanish program
- Unique eco classroom (outside)
- Best rated school in Costa Rica
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of teaching quality
- Top rated social activities
- Top rated school facilities
- Turrialba is one of the top destinations our students liked most
Spanish by the River
The language school Spanish by the River was founded in Turrialba, Costa Rica in 2002. The school was founded in June 2002 and is located a little outside of the typically 'tico' town of Turrialba. The school offers an incredible view of the lush green surroundings, including the active Turrialba volcano. Classes are often held on the balcony, from where you can spot exotic birds like toucans, hummingbirds and many other tropical animals.
The school address is: Barrio El Recreo, 42-7150 - Turrialba (Costa Rica).
Accreditations and Quality seals
School Size:
Facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Movie rental
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Soccer field / football pitch
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
10Number of public PC workstations:
1Prices include
- Organized activities
- Internet access and use of school computers
- Wireless LAN zone at school
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- Language level placement test before arrival
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 40
- Adult courses throughout the year: 20
- Junior courses in summer: 10
- Junior courses throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
- in summer: 20 years
- throughout the year: 25 years
- Special recommendations for students over 30 years
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 6
- Adult courses throughout the year: 6
Minimum age of students
- 15 years
- 6 years for specific Junior courses
Spanish teacher qualifications
- 50 % hold a university degree
- 80 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
25
2
2
25
10
20
15
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is SAN JOSE - SANTAMARIA.It takes 90 minutes by taxi to school.
Language school closed
In 2017 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2017, 13.Apr.2017, 14.Apr.2017, 01.May.2017, 25.Dec.2017School policy regarding bank holidays:
Full number of lost classes are made up
Spanish Courses
Lessons per week: 30 | Max. group size: 6
285 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 300285 | 600570 | 900855 | 12001140 | 15001425 | 18001710 | 21001995 | 24002280 | 30002850 | 36003420 | 300285 |
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
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Lessons per week: 20 | Max. group size: 6
214 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 225214 | 450428 | 675642 | 900855 | 11251069 | 13501283 | 15751497 | 18001710 | 22502138 | 27002565 | 225214 |
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
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Lessons per week: 20 | Max. group size: 1
342 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 360342 | 720684 | 10801026 | 14401368 | 18001710 | 21602052 | 25202394 | 28802736 | 36003420 | 43204104 | 360342 |
Starting dates
Every Day .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
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Lessons per week: 20 | Max. group size: 6
214 US$ per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 225214 | 450428 | 675642 | 900855 | 11251069 | 13501283 | 15751497 | 18001710 | 22502138 | 27002565 | 225214 |
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
Morning: 8:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
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Lessons per week: 25 | Max. group size: 6
285 US$ per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 300285 | 600570 | 900855 | 12001140 | 15001425 | 18001710 | 21001995 | 24002280 | 30002850 | 36003420 | 300285 |
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
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Note: All courses offered by Spanish by the River, Turrialba can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration: 60 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 15 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
3 reviews
175 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | 175 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Breakfast + Evening meal
Includes laundry.
Includes laundry.
Price extra night:
25 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
Single room, Breakfast
3 reviews
154 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 154 | 308 | 462 | 616 | 154 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
includes laundry
Price extra night:
22 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
Single room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner
3 reviews
196 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 196 | 392 | 588 | 784 | 196 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Laundry included.
Price extra night:
28 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast & lunch & dinner, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 140 | 280 | 420 | 560 | 140 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Breakfast can be booked for US$6 per person per day (Monday – Saturday)
Price extra night:
20 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), No meals, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 210 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Breakfast can be booked for US$6 per person per day (Monday – Saturday)
Price extra night:
30 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), No meals, Private bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
245 US$ per week
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| Price in US$ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 245 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per room
Price per room
Breakfast can be booked for US$6 per person per day (Monday – Saturday)
Price extra night:
35 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).Includes:
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), No meals, Private bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
- Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?no
- Single room: on request
- Optional airport transfer
Juan Santamaría International Airport:for 100 US$(drop off);free airport transfer without additional costs(pick up);for 200 US$(return trip)
| activity possible | distance from school | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooking | | |||
| Dancing | | 4 km | ||
| Horse riding | | |||
| Mountainbiking | | 2 km | ||
| Music | | |||
| Yoga | | 4 km | ||
| Other leisure options: | White water rafting, Ziplining in Treetops, Hiking, Birdwatching, Coffee Tours, | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by language school: | Movie evening, BBQ with happy hour drinks on the school on fridays. | |||
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Overall rating
3 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
5.0/5.0
Organisation
5.0/5.0
Facilities
4.5/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.7/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.7/5.0
Other
4.7/5.0
Students liked about Spanish by the River, Turrialba
Patricia
I appreciated that they could adjust to my personal preferences.
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0/5.0
Other
4.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: The experience is greatly enhanced by staying with local family.
Crista75 years - United States
My teacher was terrific and I learned a great deal.
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Use flash cards as a teaching aid for beginners especially.
Other comments: The staff was friendly and helpful.
Philipp27 years - Germany
Location and view, ambience, teachers
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
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