OLEQueretaro, Mexico
- Homestay accommodation very close to school
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 60% of students are from USA
Location: The school is located in the heart of the historical downtown of Queretaro. Situated in the historical downtown district of the city, which has been declared a “Cultural Heritage of Mankind” by UNESCO , OLE has plenty of interesting attractions close by. It is a short walk from the River Querétaro and the Puente de los candados.
Getting around: The downtown quarter is very central within the city. Most of the attractions in Queretaro are in the centre including museums about the history and art of the region as well as some interesting temples. There are bus services from OLE that go to El Cerrito Archaeological Zone, for students wanting to immerse themselves in the archaeological history of the region. The local bus lines for this usually take around 60 minutes depending on the time of day. Bus is the preferred transportation option in the city, and there are many routes that reach the suburbs of Queretaro.
Programmes: The school teaches Spanish classes in a range of styles. For those wanting to learn the basics of the language, there are general classes with different levels of intensity to cover the students' different learning styles. There are executive classes for a high level of commitment, which consist of group classes and private lessons for fast learning. The DELE exam preparation course is designed for students who want to pass this official Spanish exam.
Accommodation: OLE has full board, breakfast only and self catering homestay options for students who want accommodation during their stay.
- The language school OLE was founded in Queretaro, Mexico in 1996.
- Legal name / parent company: Ole Centro Cultural SC
- Tax registration ID: OCC 0510209K9
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
Spanish Courses
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Price at school Our price | 327 311 | 637 606 | 937 891 | 1230 1169 | 1513 1438 | 1796 1707 | 2079 1976 | 2362 2244 | 2928 2782 | 3494 3320 | 283 269 |
In this group class you will cover 2 hours of grammar and vocabulary, 1 hour of conversation & 2 more hours of cultural workshops in which students will reinforce the 4 language skills with cultural topics, creating a total immersion of the language and the culture.
The Spanish programme is divided into 13 levels of 45 hours each, except for the Superior level which has no hour limits.
There is an exam at the end of each level. A certificate is given at the end of each level.
Teachers are rotated on a weekly basis so that students are exposed to different rhythms and pronunciations of the language. Each week teachers evaluate their students. Group classes may be redefined as students can progress through the programme at a different pace.
Morning: 9:00 - 14:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 265 252 | 517 492 | 763 725 | 1002 952 | 1233 1172 | 1464 1391 | 1695 1611 | 1926 1830 | 2388 2269 | 2850 2708 | 231 220 |
You will take 4 hours of classes every day, coming to a total commitment of 20 hours per week. OLE academy uses the tried and tested methodology of working on the four main skills of language acquisition: reading, writing, speaking and listening.
The type of activities focused on in the lessons follow a clear rotation every day, with grammar study receiving an hour and a half, vocabulary half an hour, and diverse workshops for one hour. This course is suitable for a wide range of people in different situations, including students, or those already in work.
An interesting feature of this course is that the teachers are rotated on a weekly basis, and this will give you the chance to benefit from different teaching styles, as well as the opportunity to comprehend different speakers - rather than just the same person for the entire course.
This course can also be taken online.
In this group class you will cover 4 hours per day: 2 hours of grammar and vocabulary, 1 hour of conversation & 1 hour of cultural workshop covering skills of the language.
The Spanish programme is divided into 13 levels of 45 hours each, except for the Superior level which has no hour limits.
There is an exam at the end of each level. A certificate is given at the end of each level.
Teachers are rotated on a weekly basis so that students are exposed to different rhythms and pronunciations of the language. Each week teachers evaluate their students. Group classes may be redefined as students can progress through the programme at a different pace.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
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Price at school Our price | 208 198 | 406 386 | 598 569 | 785 746 | 965 917 | 1145 1088 | 1325 1259 | 1505 1430 | 1865 1772 | 2225 2114 | 180 171 |
In this group class you will cover 2 hours of grammar and vocabulary & 1 hour of conversation.
The Spanish programme is divided into 13 levels of 45 hours each, except for the Superior level which has no hour limits.
There is an exam at the end of each level. A certificate is given at the end of each level.
Teachers are rotated on a weekly basis so that students are exposed to different rhythms and pronunciations of the language. Each week teachers evaluate their students. Group classes may be redefined as students can progress through the programme at a different pace.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 407 387 | 794 755 | 1171 1113 | 1538 1462 | 1892 1798 | 2246 2134 | 2600 2470 | 2954 2807 | 3662 3479 | 4370 4152 | 354 337 |
In this group class you will cover 2 hours of grammar and vocabulary & 1 hour of conversation plus plus 2 private lessons per day.
The Spanish programme is divided into13 levels of 45 hours each, except for the Superior level which has no hour limits.
There is an exam at the end of each level. A certificate is given at the end of each level.
Teachers are rotated on a weekly basis so that students are exposed to different rhythms and pronunciations of the language. Each week teachers evaluate their students. Group classes may be redefined as students can progress through the programme at a different pace.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 528 502 | 1032 981 | 1519 1444 | 1995 1896 | 2454 2332 | 2913 2768 | 3372 3204 | 3831 3640 | 4749 4512 | 5667 5384 | 459 437 |
In this group class you will cover hours of grammar and vocabulary, 1 hour of conversation & 2 more hours of cultural workshops in which students will reinforce the 4 language skills with cultural topics, creating a total immersion of the language and the culture plus 2 private lessons/day.
The Spanish programme is divided into 13 levels of 45 hours each, except for the Superior level which has no hour limits.
There is an exam at the end of each level. A certificate is given at the end of each level.
Teachers are rotated on a weekly basis so that students are exposed to different rhythms and pronunciations of the language. Each week teachers evaluate their students. Group classes may be redefined as students can progress through the programme at a different pace.
Morning: 9:00 - 14:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 345 328 | 674 641 | 993 944 | 1303 1238 | 1604 1524 | 1905 1810 | 2206 2096 | 2507 2382 | 3109 2954 | 3711 3526 | 301 286 |
This program offers a dynamic methodology by combining Spanish classes with activities such as: Mexican games, arts and crafts, songs, etc., in a safe and healthy environment. Rates include all materials and activities. It is required that an adult accompanies students under 18 during their stay in Queretaro.
Kids and teens will have fun while learning a new language and interesting aspects of the culture.
This programme offers a dynamic methodology by combining Spanish classes with activities such as: Mexican games, arts and crafts, songs, etc., in a safe and healthy environment.
It includes: 5 hours per day (25 hours per week) of Spanish and activities. All books and materials are included.
It is required that an adult accompanies students under 18 during their stay in Queretaro.
Each week teachers evaluate their students. A certificate is given at the end of each level.
Morning: 9:00 - 14:30
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Price at school Our price | 463 440 | 900 855 | 1313 1248 | 1700 1615 | 2115 2010 | 2530 2404 | 2945 2798 | 3360 3192 | 3775 3587 | 4190 3981 | 5020 4769 |
This course can also be taken online.
Students may choose the amount of days and hours: from Monday to Friday 07:00 - 21:00 and Saturdays 08:00 - 14:00.
The Spanish programme is divided in 13 levels of 45 hours each, except for the Superior level which has no hour limits.
There is an exam at the end of each level which covers all aspects of the language in order to guarantee that the student is ready to advance to the next level. A certificate is given at the end of each level.
Teachers are rotated on a weekly basis so that students are exposed to different rhythms and pronunciations of the language.
Morning: 8:00 - 19:00
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Price in US$ | -- | 1055 1003 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is for those aged 13 and upwards but those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. It is a preparation course to steer students with the knowledge they already have according to the requirements of the DELE exam. Areas that are covered in this are reading comprehension, wording, listening comprehension and oral practice.
This course can also be taken online.
Program is focused on preparing students to take the DELE level exam they wish to apply (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 & C2). This is not a grammar course, it is designed to practice what students already know; practice and simulation according to the sections the DELE exam covers: reading comprehension, wording, listening comprehension and oral practice.
Morning: 9:00 - 14:30
Information for all courses offered by OLE
Volunteer program is free for students enrolled in a Spanish program.
All programs include one Olé Activiy per week: Mexican songs, Mexican movie, Mexican games, round-table discussions, “mexicanismos”, among others.
05 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 May 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 18 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 01 Oct 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language 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 before arrival
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
OLE
“We are committed you learn Spanish as quickly and as fluently as possible. To enhance your learning experience, we recommend combining any of our Spanish programs with living in a Mexican home (Host families are carefully selected for your comfort and safety) and taking cultural activities such as cooking classes and field trips.”
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Movie rental
Movie room
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Number of classrooms: 17Number of public PC workstations: 1Free parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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Cooking | |
Dancing | |
Golf | |
Horse riding | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Sailing | |
Skiing | |
Swimming | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Mexican lottery
Games
Movies
Ping-pong tournament
Darts
Mexican songs
* Audio activities & more
Adults - Paid activities
City tours: from USD 23 to USD 44 per person
Day Fieldtrips: from USD 77 to USD 174 per person
Weekend tours: from USD 284 to USD 491 per person
Junior - Free activities
Junior - Paid activities
Accommodation
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Price in US$ | 298 | 596 | 8940 | 1192 | 1490 | 1788 | 2086 | 2384 | 2980 | 3576 | 298 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Homestay is booked from Sunday to Sunday or Saturday to Saturday. Minimum stay is one week and additional nights can be booked.
Homes are no more than 40 minutes walking distance from school or 15 minutes by public bus.
Mothers prepare meals only 6 days a week. On Sundays, students can make use of the kitchen
and prepare their own meals.
Your family is aware of the food preferences and allergies you specified in your registration form. It is very important for you to talk about your food preferences. You have to let them know what you usually eat and what you don’t like.
Please notice that in Mexico, meals are at different times from other countries:
- Breakfast 7:00-9:00 o'clock
- Lunch 14:00-16:00 o'clock (main meal)
- Dinner 19:30-21:00 o'clock (light meal)
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 256 | 512 | 768 | 1024 | 1280 | 1536 | 1792 | 2048 | 25600 | 3072 | 256 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Homestay is booked from Sunday to Sunday or Saturday to Saturday. Minimum stay is one week and additional nights can be booked.
Homes are no more than 40 minutes walking distance from school or 15 minutes by public bus.
Mothers prepare meals only 6 days a week. On Sundays, students can make use of the kitchen
and prepare their own meals.
Your family is aware of the food preferences and allergies you specified in your registration form. It is very important for you to talk about your food preferences. You have to let them know what you usually eat and what you don’t like.
Please notice that in Mexico, meals are at different times from other countries:
- Breakfast 7:00-9:00 o'clock
- Lunch 14:00-16:00 o'clock (main meal)
- Dinner 19:30-21:00 o'clock (light meal)
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Homestay is booked from Sunday to Sunday or Saturday to Saturday. Minimum stay is one week and additional nights can be booked.
Homes are no more than 40 minutes walking distance from school or 15 minutes by public bus.
Students can make use of the kitchen and prepare their own meals.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 203 | 406 | 756108 | 812 | 1015 | 1218 | 1421 | 1624 | 2030 | 2436 | 203 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Homestay is booked from Sunday to Sunday or Saturday to Saturday. Minimum stay is one week and additional nights can be booked.
Homes are no more than 40 minutes walking distance from school or 15 minutes by public bus.
Students can make use of the kitchen and prepare their own meals.
Ratings of OLE compared to ratings of all schools in Mexico
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Student opinions about OLE, Queretaro
Questions and answers about OLE
- Is there a secure RV site or homestay that could accommodate 2 older adults with a small camper and a dog?“Unfortunately, our host families don't accept pets. As for the camper, you would have to leave it at a parking garage.”Socorro Rivera, Marketing Coordinator from OLE - Jul 07, 2022
- Will I have access to the kitchen if I stay with a host family?
“Yes, the host prepares meals from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays you will be able to use the kitchen and prepare your own meals.
You will also be able to cook at any time if you book only breakfast or a self-catering option.
”Irina Zotova, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 11, 2022 - I am an ex-pat living in Queretaro. I am looking for online Spanish classes, preferably in a group setting. Do you have availability?“Private lessons can be organized online but at the time of writing, group lessons online are not available.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2023
- Are snacks and lunch included in the price of the Children's course?“Snacks and lunch are not included in the price. Students will have to bring their own snacks.”Socorro Rivera, Marketing Coordinator from OLE - Mar 12, 2023
FAQ about OLE, Queretaro
- Are there home stays with private bathrooms?“Yes, we can organize a homestay accommodation with a private bathroom. Just let us know what your preferred dates are and we will check the availability for you!”Socorro Rivera, from OLE - Jul 26, 2022
- What is the number of students per class at OLE?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at OLE varies from 1 students (One-to-One Package) to 8 students (Children's Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at OLE?50% of teachers at OLE hold a university degree. 50% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of OLE from?The highest Nationality percentage at OLE comes from USA with a 60% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and Japan (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- OLE offers courses for which ages?OLE offers courses from 5 years (Children's Course, 25 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 28 during the summer and 33 for the rest of the year.