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Spanish by the Sea, Bocas del Toro, Panama

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Calle 4ª - 7215 Bocas del Toro - see on map
Spanish by the Sea - Covered relaxation area

What we like about the school

  • 5 locations, all offering the same Spanish program
  • Unique eco classroom (outside)
  • Small class sizes
  • Hotel / Hostel accommodation very close to school
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Spanish by the River is on the small island of Panama known as Bocas del Toro. It is on the very southern tip of the island, a stone throw away from Carenero Island. It is conveniently located on Fourth Street, right behind Main Street and close to the island’s airport. There are hotels, restaurants, bars, grocery stores and shops in the area.

Island life: It is possible to visit all the things in the town by foot. The school is close to the waterfront and near two major ferry points on the island. Both ferry stations have trips to mainland Panama. The island itself is small and so to get from oneside to the other is quick by car. The furthest point from the school, La Piscina Beach and the Blue Lagoon are 45 minutes away by car. The other side of the coast is the Playa Boca del Drago, which again is a 45 minute drive from the school.

School environment: Spanish classes are held all around the building, from upstairs on the balcony to the "rancho" in the garden. The communicative method is applied and the teachers make sure classes are fun by using music, role-playing and adding lots of cultural information so that you will stay motivated to learn.

Course structure: General Spanish classes, exam preparation courses, combination courses, a 40+ programme and DELE exam preparation lessons are all taught at Spanish by the River. The school also combines a range of diving options or a yoga extra onto a general Spanish class.
  • The language school Spanish by the Sea was founded in Bocas del Toro, Panama in 1998.
  • Legal name / parent company: Spanish by the Sea Corp.
  • Tax registration ID: RUC311688-1-411601-2009-177214

Spanish Courses

General Language
Private
Language Plus Activity
Information for all courses offered by Spanish by the Sea
Comments about courses

When no other student with the same level is available the school will restructure the classes as follows: 4 hours group will change to 2 hrs private and 6 hrs group will change to 3 hours private.

Spanish and activities courses are subject to availability and prices may vary throughout the year.

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
25.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2023 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2023, 09 Jan. 2023, 20 Feb. 2023 - 22 Feb. 2023, 07 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 03 Nov. 2023 - 05 Nov. 2023, 10 Nov. 2023, 28 Nov. 2023, 08 Dec. 2023, 20 Dec. 2023, 25 Dec. 2023.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.

Lessons needed per Spanish language level

Level (CEFR)Level descriptionsLESSONS needed per levelWEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1BeginnerNo knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases.A1 to A2804
A2ElementaryCan understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies.A2 to B11608
B1IntermediateCan speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation.B1 to B21809
B2Higher IntermediateCan speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects.B2 to C120010
C1AdvancedCan use language flexibly and effectively.C1 to C222011
C2ProfiencyCan express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely.
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
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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Videos & Photos

  • Spanish by the Sea - General School Video1/1
  • Covered relaxation area
    Covered relaxation area1/3
  • On the beach
    On the beach2/3
  • Water fun
    Water fun3/3

Spanish by the Sea

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalOTEIMA
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)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 0
School Size
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Spanish by the Sea and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Library

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Free coffee

  • Free WIFI

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 8
    Number of public PC workstations: 1

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 40
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
15 years
6 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 20 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Bocas del Toro.
More information about airports around Bocas del Toro and how to get from the airport to Bocas del Toro on your own here on our Bocas del Toro 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
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 possibledistance from school
Cooking-
Dancing-
Diving-
Horse riding8 km
Sailing3 km
Swimming3 km
Yoga1 km

Accommodation

Reviews

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Overall school rating of
Spanish by the Sea, Bocas del Toro
14 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Overall city rating
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Organisation
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Facilities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
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Other
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Student opinions about Spanish by the Sea, Bocas del Toro
Liked
The kindness of the hosts! Mar and Manuel were always there for you and were so very nice people to stay with. In addition, the teachers were all very nice. I've had Olivia and Frank and were very helpful
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Other comments: Perhaps make an even clearer distinction for people who want to learn Spanish for conversation during their journey. And above all learning to communicate a lot with the population instead of focusing on difficult language constructs found in texts.
Course: Standard Spanish [Spaans] - 2 weeks
18. Feb. 2020
Liked
Our teacher is a good person and time passed very quickly. Having 4 hours of conversation every day was hard, but very interesting. Also the exchange with the other students.
Disliked
Bad information about the total costs when transferring money via PayPal.
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Course: Standard Spanish - 1 week
14. Mar. 2023
Liked
I can recommend the school. Good vibes and nice people. Lessons were more challenging than boring. Exactly what I needed.
Disliked
There is nothing there .. I liked everything there
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Course: Standard Spanish [Spanisch] - 2 weeks
5. Jul. 2021
Liked
The lessons were very professional in small groups, very likeable teacher who was able to convey the material very well.
Disliked
The lessons took place in the hostel, i.e. there were no extra classrooms. This was sometimes very loud when people played ping-pong and talked; the neighbours also made a lot of noise.
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Homestay
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Shared Flat (apartment)
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Course: Standard Spanish - 1 week
26. Jan. 2023
Liked
The family atmosphere at school was really great. Also, the classes and the teachers are really amazing.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: We were at the school/hostel in Boquete and Turrialba as well. The school in Turrialba should not be missed, just heavenly. And you can do so many cool things here.
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Other comments: The entire organization of the school is amazing, they are happy to help with any questions and the staff is super nice.
Course: Standard Spanish - 4 weeks
18. Feb. 2014
Liked
Friendly staff, great accommodation, many different beaches in the neighborhood.
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Shared Flat (apartment)
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Other comments: I also stayed at the schools in Boquete and Turrialba. Everything was really great. The rooms are very large (for 10$ /night) and clean. The accommodations are very nice, spacious and well equipped. Even with a nice garden. They were the best hostels I've seen during the two months I stayed in Central America.
Course: Standard Spanish - 4 weeks
3. Mar. 2014
Liked
The atmosphere in the school and the attached hostel is very familiar.
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Course: Standard Spanish - 2 weeks
16. Mar. 2018
Liked
Clean, very friendly staff and plenty to do in the area.
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4.0

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5.0

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5.0

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Other comments: It would work better if you would have x number of words to learn each day.
Course: Standard Spanish - 3 weeks
25. Oct. 2013
Liked
Very good contact before and very good teacher.
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5.0

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Course: Standard Spanish - 1 week
13. Mar. 2023

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Questions and answers about Spanish by the Sea

  • Bookings are individual, so it is necessary to make two different bookings, one in the name of each of you.
    from Spanish by the Sea - Jan 02, 2023
  • Yes, we can organize Spanish lessons for the kids - the 3 of them studying together and the adults will be placed into a regular group. The course available is the Standard Course with 20 Spanish lessons per week. Each lesson is 55 minutes long and takes place on weekdays, from Monday to Friday.
    Richelle Lankhaar, Reservations team from Spanish by the Sea - Feb 02, 2023
  • The school Spanish by the Sea offers homestay accommodation and accommodation in a hostel. The age range of the students staying in the hostel is 18-30 years old.
  • In Bocas del Toro there is an international airport - Bocas del Toro Isla Colón José E. Hall International Airport. You can check if there is a direct flight based on your current location. The school also offers a transfer from Tocumen Airport to your accommodation in Bocas del Toro.
  • Social activities and excursions are organized on the spot. Tours, hiking, walking tours, dance lessons, cooking lessons, rafting, surfing, and many other activities can be booked upon arrival.

FAQ about Spanish by the Sea, Bocas del Toro

  • Spanish courses at Spanish by the Sea start at 163 US$ for Specialized - Semi-Private Spanish 10 course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Dorm room is the most popular among all our clients of Spanish by the Sea
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Spanish by the Sea varies from 1 students (Specialized - Private Spanish 10) to 6 students (Intensive Spanish)
  • 50% of teachers at Spanish by the Sea hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Spanish by the Sea comes from Germany with a 25% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (25%) and Holland (20%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Spanish by the Sea offers courses from 15 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.

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