Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Heredia, Costa Rica
- On campus volunteer opportunities.
- Free daily activities on campus.
- Free coffee, tea and water dispenser on campus.
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of teaching quality5
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation4.7
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Special Offers
Location: Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Heredia is located in the Costa Rican city of Heredia, on the outskirts of San José. The school is housed in a large residential home which has been converted into a school, surrounded by garden space. Within walking distance of the school are several eateries, links to public transport and attractions such as the Nicolás Ulloa Central Park, the Mercado Central de Heredia and the Plaza Heredia commercial shopping centre.
Course selection: Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Heredia provides Spanish language tuition throughout the year. In addition to General Spanish, available to students of all levels, the school also provides programmes of private or semi-private tuition, Academic immersion courses for teenagers and immersive camps for kids, teens & the rest of the family. Combination programmes of Spanish and volunteering within local projects and organisations are also readily available.
Accommodation: The school can arrange accommodation with local homestay families or in one and two-bedroom private apartments. The apartments are housed on the floor above the school, ensuring students have all they need in one place! The homestay accommodations are within walking distance of the school.
School facilities: The school facilities include a terrace, a movie room, a lounge area, and garden for socialising, a student support desk for any questions that arise and free WiFi.
Spanish Courses
Standard Course 20
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$330$314 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 330 314 | 660 627 | 990 941 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,400 1,330 | 1,680 1,596 | 1,960 1,862 | 2,240 2,128 | 2,520 2,394 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,360 3,192 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Academic Teen Immersion (16 to 17 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$595$581 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 595 581 | 1,190 1,161 | 1,785 1,741 | 2,380 2,321 | 2,975 2,901 | 3,570 3,481 | 4,165 4,061 | 4,760 4,641 | 5,355 5,222 | 5,950 5,802 | 7,140 6,962 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Includes 20 hours of group lessons or 15 hours of private lessons per week.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 mealInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Airport transfer (one way)
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Age range:
- 16 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
Lesson duration- 50 min
Kids & Teen Year Round Immersion Program (8 to 17 years old)This course tends to sell out quickly!20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$345$328 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 345 328 | 690 656 | 1,035 984 | 1,380 1,311 | 1,725 1,639 | 2,070 1,967 | 2,415 2,295 | 2,760 2,622 | 3,105 2,950 | 3,450 3,278 | 4,140 3,933 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course includes 20 lessons per week designed specifically for kids and teens. Minors must travel with an adult.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 8 years
- Age range:
- 8 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
Lesson duration- 50 min
Teen Spanish Summer Camp (13 to 17 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Offer!from$1,745$1,702 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 3,590 3,501 | 0 | 6,980 6,806 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026
This course includes global leadership workshops, tours and activities.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 13 years
- Age range:
- 13 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
Lesson duration- 50 min
Online Private CourseThis course tends to sell out quickly!10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$300$285 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,600 3,420 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are specifically tailored to your language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 50 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 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Online Semi-Private Course10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$450$428 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1,350 1,283 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,250 2,138 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,050 3,848 | 4,500 4,275 | 5,400 5,130 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are two students of the same language level and are specifically tailored to your language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 50 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 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Private Course 10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$320$304 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 320 304 | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1,280 1,216 | 1,600 1,520 | 1,920 1,824 | 2,240 2,128 | 2,560 2,432 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,200 3,040 | 3,840 3,648 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are specifically tailored to the student's language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 50 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 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Semi-Private Course10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$480$456 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 480 456 | 960 912 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,920 1,824 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,360 3,192 | 3,840 3,648 | 4,320 4,104 | 4,800 4,560 | 5,760 5,472 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are two students of the same language level and are specifically tailored to your language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 50 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 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Our prices for Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools include
- 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
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Ratings of Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools compared to ratings of all schools in Costa Rica
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Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 42% male / 58% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 1993
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Assistance with organizing transportation
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 22
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 39% |
| Switzerland | 21% |
| Germany | 12% |
| Netherlands | 12% |
| England | 5% |
| France | 4% |
| Brazil | 3% |
| Sweden | 2% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 7% |
| 18-24 years | 26% |
| 25-34 years | 27% |
| 35-50 years | 25% |
| >50 years | 15% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 50Adult courses - Throughout the year: 30Junior courses - In summer: 15Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years8 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 15Adult courses Throughout the year: 12Junior courses In summer: 8Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 29 years
Information for all courses offered by Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Holidays which fall on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday will be moved to the Friday (or Monday) of that same week.
If there happens to be only one student in a class/level, class hours will be adjusted to 2.5 hours per day of private instruction. Class time goes back to 4 hours per day as soon as another student joins the class/level.
Airport transfer fees:- From SJO to Heredia (one way): USD 30.
Other fees: - Volunteer Spanish Program placement fee: USD 99.
- Bildungsurlaub Certification: USD 65.
- From SJO to Heredia (one way): USD 30.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 32 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.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 04 Jan 2026, 30 Mar 2026 - 03 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 15 Sep 2026, 01 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Airport transfer
- Juan Santamaria International Airport:
- $30 one way
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Latin Dance – Cooking – Yoga – Zumba – Arts – Intercambios – Local Culture & more!
Adults - Paid activities
- Coffee Tour, Volcano, Waterfall, San Jose City, Canopy, Indigenous Community, Tortuga Island, Water-Rafting etc.
Junior - Free activities
- Latin Dance – Cooking – Yoga – Zumba – Arts – Intercambios – Local Culture & more!
Junior - Paid activities
- Coffee Tour, Volcano, Waterfall, San Jose City, Canopy, Indigenous Community, Tortuga Island, Water-Rafting etc.
Accommodation
Homestay
In high demand!
3 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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$225/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The homestay lodging includes a private bedroom at the host families home, breakfast, dinner and laundry service.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 8
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Homestay 24/7
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Private bathroom
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$295/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 295 | 590 | 885 | 1180 | 1475 | 1770 | 2065 | 2360 | 2950 | 3540 | 295 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $43 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 8
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Heredia Apartments - One bedroom
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$308/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 308 | 616 | 924 | 1232 | 1540 | 1848 | 2156 | 2464 | 3080 | 3696 | 308 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per room
This is the one bedroom apartment. There is a maximum of two people per one-bedroom student apartment.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $44 (Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 2 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Heredia Apartments - Two bedrooms Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
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$378/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 378 | 756 | 1134 | 1512 | 1890 | 2268 | 2646 | 3024 | 3780 | 4536 | 378 |
Price per room
This is the two-bedroom apartment. There is a maximum of four people allowed per two-bedroom apartment.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $54 (Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 2 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
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Questions and answers about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
The two of us book a language course, but we have different levels of Spanish. Can we have classes at the same time?
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I booked my flights and I will arrive at San Jose airport around 22:00. Would it be possible to book the airport transfer anyway?
FAQ about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools, Heredia
I am a college student looking for some Spanish credits while studying abroad. I am looking for a 6 week period. The one thing I need to know would be if Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish School has official transcripts. My university needs an official transcript after I am done with my courses/lessons to be able to officially give me credit for them. If you can answer this question, that would be amazing!
Do you have programmes for students of all ages, including seniors?
Is airport pickup offered by Intercultura Costa Rica?
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Terms of Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school






- Legal name/parent company
- Centro de Idiomas Intercultura S.A. | Tax registration ID: 3-101-154356
Visa Documents
- 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.











Classes are dynamic, fun and appropriate for all learning styles and ages. A wide variety of authentic learning activities involved. The syllabus and framework for class sessions are tailored to the needs of students in an immersion program.