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Tandem
San Sebastian, Spain

Pasaia Kalea, 4 - 20013 San Sebastian - see on map
What we like about the school
  • Located in a trendy and lively district close to the Zurriola surfers’ beach.
  • Optional workshops about Basque language and culture.
  • Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
    4.7
  • Excellent rating of student apartments
    4.8
What we dislike about the school
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.

Location: Tandem is located in the beautiful coastal city of San Sebastian, in the autonomous Basque Country of Spain. A city famed for its cuisine, beaches, quaint old town and its surfing, San Sebastian is a fantastic location for all language-lovers and students to engross themselves in their surroundings, the Spanish language and Basque culture.

The school is located a short walk from the Zurriola beach, surrounded by cafés and fine dining, in a beautiful city with a town feel. Just a short 15-minute walk from the old town, Tandem is in a trendy and lively area, within walking distance of shops, supermarkets, nighttime entertainment and all a student may need to feel comfortable whilst studying within the city.

School facilities: The school's facilities, along with its top quality tuition and student care, have, for over 30+ years, assisted in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the school. These facilities include a computer lab, library, free after-class access to language learning software, a lounge area, a movie room and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.

Social and Cultural: Tandem promotes a social and activity programme that offers students a window into the local cultural sites, happenings and activities. These activities include trips to the beach, workshops about the Basque language and culture, Pintxo tours and more!

Spanish Courses

General Language
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 36 48 52
Our price (€) 195 390 575 760 1130 1315 1637 3598 3598 6718 7198
Price in US$ 218 435 641 847 1259 1465 1823 4007 4007 7481 8015
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Intensive Course 22" at Tandem
Seigo 5.0
"The first week until Thursday consisted of private classes, and the second week from Friday included 60% group classes. Having private classes was beneficial."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 369 738 1097 1456 1815 2174 2533 2892 3251 3610 4328
Price in US$ 411 822 1222 1622 2021 2421 2821 3221 3620 4020 4820
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

20 Spanish lessons plus 8 mini group lessons as well as 2 extra lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 282 564 836 1108 1380 1652 1924 2196 2468 2740 3284
Price in US$ 315 629 931 1234 1537 1840 2143 2446 2749 3051 3657
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Intensive Plus Course 25" at Tandem
Maudy 4.0
"No additional. Just good."
Ramona 5.0
"Ideal mix of group and individual lessons."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 399 798 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 445 889
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 210 420 620 820 1020 1220 1420 1620 1820 2020 2420
Price in US$ 234 468 691 914 1136 1359 1582 1804 2027 2250 2695
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

22 Spanish lessons plus a workshop about Basque language and culture.

Students choose between 2 workshops:

  • 10 Things to know about Basque culture.
  • Basque language survival class: Euskera for beginners, an ancient language of unknown origin.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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:
Afternoon: 17:00
Possible course durations
1-12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 420 840 1260 1680 2100 2520 2940 3360 3780 4200 5040
Price in US$ 468 936 1404 1871 2339 2807 3274 3742 4210 4677 5613
Starting dates
Every Day

For 2, 3 or 4 people with a similar level booking and studying together.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:20 - 12:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 630 1260 1890 2520 3150 3780 4410 5040 5670 6300 7560
Price in US$ 702 1404 2105 2807 3508 4210 4911 5613 6314 7016 8419
Starting dates
Every Day

For 2, 3 or 4 people with a similar level booking and studying together.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 840 1680 2520 3360 4200 5040 5880 6720 7560 8400 10080
Price in US$ 936 1871 2807 3742 4677 5613 6548 7483 8419 9354 11225
Starting dates
Every Day

For 2, 3 or 4 people with a similar level booking and studying together.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 1050 2100 3150 4200 5250 6300 7350 8400 9450 10500 12600
Price in US$ 1170 2339 3508 4677 5846 7016 8185 9354 10523 11692 14031
Starting dates
Every Day

For 2, 3 or 4 people with a similar level booking and studying together.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 379 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 423
Starting dates
2025: 19 May 2025, 20 Oct 2025

This course is designed for students around 55 and above. It includes 5 activities in one week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:15 - 12:45
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
55 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Online
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 270 540 810 1080 1350 1620 1890 2160 2430 2700 3240
Price in US$ 301 602 902 1203 1504 1804 2105 2406 2706 3007 3608
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 399 798 1197 1596 1995 2394 2793 3192 3591 3990 4788
Price in US$ 445 889 1333 1778 2222 2666 3110 3555 3999 4443 5332
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 140 280 420 560 700 840 980 1120 1260 1400 1680
Price in US$ 156 312 468 624 780 936 1092 1248 1404 1559 1871
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Private
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 380 760 1140 1520 1900 2280 2660 3040 3420 3800 4560
Price in US$ 424 847 1270 1693 2116 2539 2962 3386 3809 4232 5078
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 570 1140 1710 2280 2850 3420 3990 4560 5130 5700 6840
Price in US$ 635 1270 1905 2539 3174 3809 4443 5078 5713 6347 7617
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 760 1520 2280 3040 3800 4560 5320 6080 6840 7600 9120
Price in US$ 847 1693 2539 3386 4232 5078 5924 6771 7617 8463 10156
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 950 1900 2850 3800 4750 5700 6650 7600 8550 9500 11400
Price in US$ 1058 2116 3174 4232 5290 6347 7405 8463 9521 10579 12694
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Work & Study
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 1295
Price in US$ 1442
Starting dates
Every Monday

4 weeks Intensive Course plus a minimum of 8 weeks internship in a Spanish company.

Course specific data
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 355 710 1055 1400 1745 2090 2435 2780 3125 3470 4160
Price in US$ 396 791 1175 1559 1944 2328 2712 3096 3480 3864 4633
Starting dates
Every Monday
Tandem is an examination centre for DELE.

20 Spanish lessons plus 5 one-to-one lessons for specific DELE exam preparation.

Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam dates
14 Feb 2025, 04 Apr 2025, 24 May 2025, 12 Sep 2025, 17 Oct 2025, 22 Nov 2025
Language Plus Activity
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 220 415 700 910 1070 1280 1490 1515 -- -- --
Price in US$ 245 463 780 1014 1192 1426 1660 1687
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

22 Spanish lessons plus a pintxo cooking class with tastings and local wine pairing at the school with an introduction to Basque culinary.

Course specific data
This course takes place in a different location than main address of the school:
20001, San Sebastian
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 220 440 650 860 1070 1280 1490 1700 1910 2120 2540
Price in US$ 245 490 724 958 1192 1426 1660 1893 2127 2361 2829
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

22 Spanish lessons plus a guided visit to the local food market, followed by a basque aperitivo in a Pintxo-Bar.

Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 310 620 920 1220 1520 1820 2120 2420 2720 3020 3620
Price in US$ 346 691 1025 1359 1693 2027 2361 2695 3029 3363 4031
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

22 Spanish lessons plus surfing lessons in the afternoon (1.5 hours per day) from Monday to Friday.

All year round at Zurriola Beach, just 10 minutes walking distance from the school.

Price includes: lessons in small groups, board, neoprene wetsuit and insurance.

Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Spanish and Surf" at Tandem
Ramona 5.0
"Surf lessons in the evening not ideal, better right after school, surf conditions were the same"
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 240 480 710 940 1170 1400 1630 1860 2090 2320 2780
Price in US$ 268 535 791 1047 1303 1559 1815 2072 2328 2584 3096
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

22 Spanish lessons plus 2 yoga lessons per week of your choice in the afternoon.

You can practice from traditional Hatha Yoga to Rocket routines, Vinyasa Flow or Yin Yoga.

Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Specialty Courses
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 420 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 468
Starting dates
Every Monday

20 Spanish lessons plus 10 teacher training lessons per week. For native and non-native Spanish teachers.

Course specific data
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
23 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min

Our prices for Tandem include

  • 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 Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week

Videos & Photos

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Student opinions about Tandem, San Sebastian

4.4
Overall school rating of
Tandem, San Sebastian
17 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.4 
Facilities
3.7 
Social activities
4.3 
Organisation
4.5 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.6 
Value for money
4.6 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.7 
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.8 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (2 ratings)
4.5 
Students 18-30 years (3 ratings)
4.3 
Students 31-49 years (5 ratings)
4.6 
Students 50+ years (7 ratings)
4.3 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers each had their own specific skills. I liked the variety of teachers. If something is not going well then it can be talked about and they will fix it. I also really like Maria who does all kinds of work at the reception desk and also talks to people! She is a fine empathetic woman and very important employee for the organization (without probably realizing it).”
“This is probably typical Dutch culture what I am going to say: the involvement of the management was nil towards students. Because it is a not too big location I think something like this is also important. Again this will probably work differently within the Spanish context.”
Insider tip: “None. I did not participate in the sports activities or a pintxos-making workshop so no recommendations.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: No additional. Just good.Other comments: Pleased that they resolved what went less well on their part.
Course: Intensive Plus Course 25 - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Jun. 2025 by Maudy Van Der Zouw
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The activities are thoughtfully designed to show you the best that San Sebastian has to offer. The staff is passionate about languages but also the city as a whole. The whole programme is well organised and I very much felt like a member of their family.”
Insider tip: “Going on the walking tour is a great way to get your bearings. The cooking class was fantastic and good value for money.”
Details of the review
Other comments: I honestly think attending schools like Tandem is the best way to learn a language. It's fully immersive, sociable, in a beautiful location and the teaching is of a high quality.
Course: Intensive Course 20  - 1 week
Review date: 30. Oct. 2017 by Samuel Howe
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Nice, patient and competent teachers, helpful and quick administrative staff, interesting lessons, varied cultural programme, possibility to book an additional surf course. For the second year in a row, it was a really great stay.”
Insider tip: “Take the online placement test beforehand. You can register for the city bikes via WhatsApp and get around the beautiful city quickly and easily.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Ideal mix of group and individual lessons.Other comments: Many thanks to all involved
Course: Intensive Plus Course 25 - 3 weeks
Review date: 19. Aug. 2024 by Ramona Bachmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Friendly and motivated teachers. Great service regarding accommodation, lessons and activities. Flexibility in course scheduling.”
Insider tip: “At least 2 weeks or longer”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Surf lessons in the evening not ideal, better right after school, surf conditions were the same
Course: Spanish and Surf - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Aug. 2023 by Ramona Bachmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“Very friendly team, and the quality of teaching was very high, with committed teachers who were dedicated and organised.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course 20  - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Jan. 2018 by Eoin (owen) Craven
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Clean classrooms Excellent classes Friendly school teachers and staff Great atmosphere”
“None in particular”
Insider tip: “You can study safely and enjoyably.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The first week until Thursday consisted of private classes, and the second week from Friday included 60% group classes. Having private classes was beneficial.Other comments: Everyone speaks Basque, so you can learn a little Basque, such as greetings.
Course: Intensive Course 22 [スペイン語] - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. May. 2024 by Seigo Ushijima
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The lessons were good.”
Insider tip: “To give some more information about the city and festivals during the lessons.”
Details of the review
Other comments: A little bit more information about the excursions.
Course: Intensive Course 20  - 1 week
Review date: 19. Aug. 2017 by Ria Knollema
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The instructors.”
Insider tip: “Don't miss out on spending time with your classmates.”
Details of the review
Other comments: The overall environment is very comfortable.
Course: Intensive Course 20 [Spanish] - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Nov. 2018 by Connell Tate
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers”
Insider tip: “Book surf lessons”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course 20 [Spanish] - 3 weeks
Review date: 16. Jul. 2018 by Ella Sundlöf
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Tandem compared to ratings of all schools in Spain

 Tandem San SebastianAverage of all other schools in Spain
Overall school rating4.44.4
Location of the school4.44.7
Facilities3.83.9
Social activities4.33.7
Organisation4.54.3
Quality of teaching4.64.4
Value for money4.64.3
Homestay4.83.9
Shared flat4.83.9

Tandem

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOFEDELESistema de Acreditación de Centros Instituto Cervantes (SACIC)WYSE/FIYTOTANDEM InternationalPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Spanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
36% male / 64% female
Year of school foundation
1987
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Self-study areas

  • Free WIFI

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free coffee

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Internship placement guidance service (paid)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in some classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 7
    • Number of public PC workstations: 2

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school
The school is adapted for the disabled

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 23%
England 18%
USA 15%
France 8%
Japan 8%
Italy 7%
Sweden 6%
Switzerland 5%
Netherlands 5%
Thailand 1%
Turkey 1%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 17%
18-24 years 22%
25-34 years 24%
35-50 years 19%
>50 years 18%
The average age outside summer is 4 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 65
Throughout the year: 22
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 27 years
Throughout the year: 31 years

Information for all courses offered by Tandem

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
60.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 38 €. 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 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 06 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Please note that this school reserves the right to reduce the number of lessons if the minimum number of students is not reached.
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) 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.

Airport transfer

Bilbao Airport:
170 € one way
340 € return (both ways)
San Sebastian Airport:
75 € one way
150 € return (both ways)
Biarritz Pays Basque Airport:
130 € one way
260 € return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

All group courses include free of charge "Vive la cultura" package consisting of 1 Activity to experience the city, and 1 Workshop to discover the Spanish and Basque culture per week.

Adults - Paid activities

- Different visits to San Sebastián.
- Excursions to fishing villages like Zumaia, Pasajes de San Juan or Hondarribia.
- TANDEM San Sebastián Cooking Workshop.
- Projection of films on current affairs.
- Salsa & Merengue dancing lessons.
- Beach-Volley at the Zurriola Beach.
- Workshops about Basque language and culture.
- San Sebastián Pintxo-Tours in the historic part of San Sebastián.
activity possibledistance from school
Cooking-
Dancing-
Diving-
Golf15 km
Horse riding5 km
Mountainbiking-1 km
Music-
Sailing1 km
Squash1 km
Swimming-
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis2 km
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing-
Yoga-

Accommodation

Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 285 515 745 975 1205 1435 1665 1895 2355 2760 230 50
Price in US$ 335 604 874 1143 1413 1682 1952 2222 2761 3235 270 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
50 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jun 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 237 419 601 783 910 -- -- 1511 -- -- -- 50
Price in US$ 278 492 705 918 1067 1772 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
50 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 14 Sep 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 310 556 802 1048 1230 -- -- 2032 -- 3016 -- 50
Price in US$ 364 652 941 1229 1442 2382 3536 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
55 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
15 minutes .
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 14 Sep 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Student comments about Homestay - High Season
Maudy
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Good! This nice hostess (a few years older than me) was working during the day which gave me the space I like, but she always had hot food in the house and prepared breakfast before she left. She listened to my dietary needs (low-carb) which was important to me. She is good at hospitality and clean. Her cat is a nice touch. I found the room I stayed in to be spacious (approximately 4x6) for 1 person.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 217 383 549 715 830 1047 1213 1379 1711 2043 166 50
Price in US$ 255 449 644 839 973 1228 1422 1617 2006 2395 195 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
45 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jun 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 225 383 541 699 790 948 1106 1331 1647 1963 158 50
Price in US$ 264 449 635 820 926 1112 1297 1561 1931 2301 186 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
50 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 14 Sep 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Student comments about Apartment with Spaniards - High Season
Ramona
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
"-
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 175 298 421 544 615 738 861 1036 1282 1528 123 50
Price in US$ 206 350 494 638 721 866 1010 1215 1503 1791 145 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
40 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 14 Sep 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 195 347 489 621 710 852 994 1189 1473 1757 142 50
Price in US$ 229 407 574 728 833 999 1166 1394 1727 2060 167 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
35 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jun 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 152 258 364 470 530 636 742 894 1106 1318 106 50
Price in US$ 179 303 427 551 622 746 870 1048 1297 1545 125 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
30 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jun 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 370 740 1110 1480 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 50
Price in US$ 434 868 1302 1735 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
86 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 14 Sep 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 480 960 1440 1920 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 50
Price in US$ 563 1126 1688 2251 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
100 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 14 Sep 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 310 620 930 1240 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 50
Price in US$ 364 727 1091 1454 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
70 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jun 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
Student comments about Student Residence - Low Season
Seigo
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"The rooms are spacious and clean. The front desk and cleaning staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast is delicious and plentiful. The antique decorations add a touch of charm to the spacious layout.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 400 800 1200 1600 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 50
Price in US$ 469 938 1407 1876 59
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday 17:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
85 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jun 2025 - 13 Sep 2025

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FAQ about Tandem, San Sebastian

What options does this school offer for senior students?
“They currently (2024) offer a course "Spanish Course 55+" designed for students around 55 and above. It includes 5 activities in one week.This 1-week programme is designed for students around 55 and above. It offers the chance to combine a Spanish language course with lessons and a pleasant gastronomic and cultural holiday in San Sebastián. A tailored social programme has been created for this age group consisting of 5 activities in one week. Please note there are specific start dates for this course. ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 16, 2024
Is this 55+ course only for students aged 50+ or will they be merged with younger students?
“The course and activities are specifically designed for people aged 55+, but there may also be younger students in the class.”
María, Student Support from TANDEM San Sebastián - Aug 16, 2023
What level of Spanish is required to study at your school?
“If you have never studied Spanish before, you need to enrol in a beginner's course. Students who already have some knowledge of Spanish will first take a written test, which will be sent to you by email along with the course documents. The completed test must be sent back to the school no later than one week before the start of the course.”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 14, 2023
Is airport pickup offered by Tandem?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Bilbao Airport (170 €), San Sebastian Airport (75 €), Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (130 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Tandem?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Tandem varies from 1 (Online One-to-One Lessons 10) to 15 students (Spanish and Basque Culture Experience)”
Which countries are students of Tandem from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Tandem comes from Germany with a 23% representation, followed by students from England (18%) and USA (15%).”
Tandem offers courses for which ages?
“Tandem offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 27 during the summer and 31 for the rest of the year.”

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Terms of Tandem

First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Centro de Idiomas Donostia S.L. | Tax registration ID: ESB20611661

Visa Documents

Nationals from Italy do not require a visa for travelling to Spain and attending a language course.
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
Express shipment fee (via courier)
Europe: 50 €
,
North America: 90 €
,
South America: 90 €
,
Africa: 100 €
,
Oceania: 100 €
,
Asia: 90 €
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.
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