El Aula AzulSan Sebastian, Spain
- Great location, just a few minutes’ walk from the beautiful La Concha beach.
- Best rated school in San Sebastian
- 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.
Location: El Aula Azul does not only occupy one of the most iconic buildings in town but is also attractively placed within walking distance from La Concha beach. The unbeatable sunsets of San Sebastián is where many students have found themselves not only falling in love with the Spanish language but also with the rich Spanish culture of this coastal town. The school finds itself in the heart of the city and makes it possible for students to discover and explore quaint little shops, bars, restaurants and places of cultural interest on foot.
Accreditations: El Aula Azul is an official SIELE examinator centre and has been accredited by numerous quality control associations.
Course structure: Expect to find a modern space with five spacious, fully-equipped classrooms designated for a variety of courses that include intensive, extensive and semi-extensive lessons; as well as private, group and senior class options.
School facilities: The school itself makes it easy for students to make the most of their studying experience with a free library and the use of computers. Furthermore, El Aula Azul maintains both junior and family programs throughout the academic year.
Activity courses: For those who wish to combine their studies with more outdoor activities, the school also offers up to 4 courses that combine horse riding, cultural studies, music and surfing.
- The language school El Aula Azul was founded in San Sebastian, Spain in 2009.
- Legal name / parent company: El Aula Azul S.L.
- Tax registration ID: B75190058
- 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 | 185 176 | 370 352 | 555 528 | 740 703 | 925 879 | 1110 1055 | 1295 1231 | 1480 1406 | 1850 1758 | 2220 2109 | 185 176 |
Lessons take place in either the morning or the afternoon depending on language level.
- Spanish General Course consisting of 20 lessons per week (15 hours).
- Lessons will take place 09:30 - 11:00 and 11:30 - 13:00 Monday-Friday (3 hours per day).
- All levels start any Monday all year round (AB, A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2).
- Spanish activities in the afternoon.
- Placement Tests will be required at least two weeks before arrival.
- Course completion certificate at the end of each course.
- Small groups with up to 9 students per class.
- Classes for adults (over 16), and seniors are welcome!
- Native teachers.
High season dates 03 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 335 319 | 670 637 | 1005 955 | 1340 1273 | 1675 1592 | 2010 1910 | 2345 2228 | 2680 2546 | 3350 3183 | 4020 3819 | 335 319 |
This course is for students who are looking for a faster way to reach their learning goals.
- Spanish General Course consisting of 20 group lessons per week (15 hours) + 5 hours One to One.
- Group lessons will take place 09:30 - 11:00 and 11:30 - 13:00 Monday-Friday (3 hours per day).
- Individual lessons will be held in the afternoon.
- All levels start any Monday all year round (AB, A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2).
- Spanish activities in the afternoon.
- Placement Tests will be required at least two weeks before arrival.
- Course completion certificate at the end of each course.
- Small groups with up to 9 students per class.
- Classes for adults (over 16), and seniors are welcome!
- Native teachers.
High season dates 03 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 250 238 |
The perfect course for seniors looking to learn and practice at their own pace. Includes 1,5 hours of one to one lessons each day Monday-Friday. Not available June-August.
Morning: 11:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school Our price | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2450 2328 | 2800 2660 | 3150 2993 | 3500 3325 | 3850 3658 |
The perfect program for children to enjoy an unforgettable vacation while learning Spanish and making friends from all over the world. The school combines fun lessons with recreational and cultural activities in the city for a complete immersion. An experience that they will keep forever in their memories.
Program
- 1.5 hours of Spanish classes and 2 hours of activities per day.
- Museum trips, dance classes, sports, games at the beach or in the park, collaborative learning.
Methodology - Communicative method with oral approach.
- Work material included in the course.
- Native teachers qualified in teaching Spanish to children/teens.
- Continuous teacher training.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school Our price | 395 376 | 790 751 | 1185 1126 | 1580 1501 | 1975 1877 | 2370 2252 | 2765 2627 | 3160 3002 | 3555 3378 | 3950 3753 | 4345 4128 |
The perfect program for teens to enjoy an unforgettable vacation while learning Spanish and making friends from all over the world. An experience that they will keep forever in their memories.
Program
This program is for kids who are learning Spanish in school, but need real-life experience to put all the verb conjugations, vocabulary lists and pronunciation lessons to the test. Kids with an A2 level (high beginner or low intermediate) and above take part in fun activities such as kayaking in the Concha Bay, visiting the stadium of our Champions League team Real Sociedad, going on bike tours and much more! Since we know that kids this age have a lot of stress and exams in their school life, we try to give a little fresh air to their learning so they realize how useful and fun speaking another language can be! This program is multi-level and does not have formal classes. Teachers design vocabulary or grammar objectives for each activity, which are delivered under the radar, with the real emphasis on speaking and comprehension fluency.
Methodology
- Communicative method with oral approach.
- Work material included in the course.
- Native teachers qualified in teaching Spanish to children/teens.
- Continuous teacher training.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 250 238 |
For two students with the same level booking and studying together. The lessons can be tailored to the students' needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Price per student.
Each lesson is EUR 25 per person.
Each lesson is 60 minutes.
One to two lessons for couples, relatives, friends..with the same level of Spanish. Taylor made lessons according to the student's needs.
Flexible timetable with lessons through out the day, except in July and August: only lessons in the afternoon.
Afternoon: 15:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 210 200 | 420 399 | 630 599 | 840 798 | 1050 998 | 1260 1197 | 1470 1397 | 1680 1596 | 2100 1995 | 2520 2394 | 210 200 |
This course includes 20 Spanish language lessons and 5 individual DELE exam preparation lessons. Spanish language lessons take place in either the morning or the afternoon depending on language level.
- Spanish General Intesive Course 9:30 - 13:00.
- DELE Exam Preparation lessons 1 hour.
- Course materials included in the price except for DELE specific book.
High season dates 03 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 14:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 365 347 | 730 694 | 1095 1041 | 1460 1387 | 1825 1734 | 2190 2081 | 2555 2428 | 2920 2774 | 3650 3468 | 4380 4161 | 365 347 |
This course includes 20 Spanish language lessons and 5 individual DELE exam preparation lessons. Spanish language lessons take place in either the morning or the afternoon depending on language level.
- Spanish General Intensive Course 09:30 - 13:00.
- DELE Exam Preparation lessons 1 hour.
- Course materials are included in the price except for the DELE specific book.
High season dates 03 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 315 300 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of 20 language lessons plus 1 3-hour cooking workshop per week.
Workshop Features
- Wednesday from 18:00 to 21:00.
- 3 hours of workshop in total in one day.
- From the hand of a local chef.
This workshop requires a minimum number of people. If it were not possible to carry it out, the school would proceed to return the money.
Sample menu to prepare: - seasonal appetizer,
- Fideua,
- Hake in green sauce,
- Dessert.
High season dates 03 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 315 300 | 630 599 | 945 898 | 1260 1197 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2205 2095 | 2520 2394 | 3150 2993 | 3780 3591 | 315 300 |
This course consists of 20 language lessons plus 5 music lessons per week.
Your music lessons will be just a 15-minute walk from El Aula Azul. The musicians of the partner school are specialists in teaching both adults and children. With your Spanish course, you will be able to learn:
- Electric or Spanish guitar,
- Ukulele,
- Drums or percussion in general,
- Canto.
High season dates 03 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 295 281 | 590 561 | 885 841 | 1180 1121 | 1475 1402 | 1770 1682 | 2065 1962 | 2360 2242 | 2950 2803 | 3540 3363 | 295 281 |
This course consists of 20 language lessons plus 5 surf lessons per week. Wetsuit and board included. The surf lessons will take place in La Zurriola beach.
San Sebastián has one of the best urban beaches in the world and associated surf schools also have a very good reputation throughout the Basque Country.
If you have ever thought about getting started in this sport, now is your chance.
High season dates 03 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:30
Information for all courses offered by El Aula Azul
If only one student is registered at a specific level, 1.5 private lessons per day will be offered instead. If there are two students, 2 private lessons per day will be offered.
01 Jan 2024, 28 Mar 2024 - 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 31 Jul 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 06 Dec 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 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 For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
El Aula Azul
General school facilities
Drink vending machine
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Babysitter (paid)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10Number of public PC workstations: 3Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
340 € return (both ways)
140 € return (both ways)
190 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 1 km |
Basketball | | 2 km |
Cooking | | 1 km |
Dancing | | 1 km |
Diving | | 20 km |
Field Hockey | | 2 km |
Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
Golf | | 20 km |
Horse riding | | 20 km |
Ice Hockey | | 2 km |
Mountainbiking | | 5 km |
Music | | 1 km |
Rugby | | 2 km |
Sailing | | 20 km |
Skiing | | 100 km |
Squash | | 5 km |
Swimming | | 1 km |
Table Tennis | | 2 km |
Tennis | | 2 km |
Volleyball | | 2 km |
Yoga | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Welcome Tour in the afternoon on Monday
Language Exchange on Tuesday with locals
Adults - Paid activities
Yoga class
Dance classes
Dinner at a cider house
Brewery Tour
Pintxo Tours
Junior - Free activities
Games on the beach
Junior - Paid activities
Visit Monte Igueldo
Accommodation
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Price in € | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Accommodation through El Aula Azul
The demand for accommodation in summer and Easter is high in San Sebastian, it is recommended that you book early. The school can help you find accommodation in a shared flat with other Spaniards.
If you want to do it through the school, keep in mind that:
- You will have your own room with the right to use the common areas.
- You will share a flat with Spanish professionals between 30-50 years old, the owner of the flat among them.
- The details of the apartment will be provided the week before your arrival.
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Student opinions about El Aula Azul, San Sebastian
Questions and answers about El Aula Azul
- I have a camper van so will not need accommodation. However, I will need parking space as I am travelling with my dog and, whilst she will happily stay in the van while I study, I will need to be nearby to let her out in the breaks. Are there any parking spaces within walking distance to the school?“Unfortunately, the parking space for vans is not really close to school: it would take you some 10/15 minutes to get there by bus and another 10/15 minutes to come back to school, which would leave you without time to walk your dog.
Nevertheless, we are a dog-friendly school, so if the dog is not very big and it is a quiet dog, that will sleep and not bark if you take it to the classroom. We have already had other dogs in the classroom during the lessons.”María Díez García, Management and Bookings from El Aula Azul - Feb 17, 2022 - Is it possible to get the certificate of attendance by email after the end of the course?“Yes, that is possible.”Silvia, Administration from El Aula Azul, San Sebastian - Jun 06, 2023
- Is it possible to still stay in the apartment without doing a course?“Unfortunately, our accommodation is only for students attending a course, so it is no longer possible to stay in the apartment.”Silvia, Administration and Reservations from El Aula Azul - Aug 07, 2023
- I am from Morocco and I want to learn Spanish at Aula Azul for one year, what are the requirements to register and reserve my place with accommodation?“To travel to Spain from Morocco for a year, you need to obtain a visa, so the first thing we recommend is that you contact the embassy.
One of the requirements to apply for a student visa for Spain from Morocco is to obtain a document accrediting your acceptance into the Aula Azul for a full-time programme leading to a degree or certificate of studies. The programme must have a minimum duration of three months and a minimum of 20 teaching hours per week, as well as accommodation in Spain, which can be in the form of a hotel reservation, a letter of invitation from a private individual, a rental contract or a sworn statement from the owner of the property where the applicant will be staying. This document will also be provided by the school.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 19, 2024
FAQ about El Aula Azul, San Sebastian
- Do you have accommodation with a private bathroom?“We offer accommodation for our students, however, I am afraid we don't have any options with a private bathroom.”Silvia Garcia, from El Aula Azul - Mar 17, 2022
- Could you tell me the pros and cons of doing Spanish classes in San Sebastian?“Many travelers usually spend more of their time in San Sebastian than in other cities because of the number of activities and things to do in the area. San Sebastian is a great place to explore. Also, San Sebastian is a small city easily navigated on foot or extensive public transport. There are tons of activities for all age groups and everything is super accessible.
”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 31, 2023 - I want to book a course in El Aula Azul and stay in a hotel, is that possible?“Of course, you can book the course with the school and arrange hotel accommodation on your own. The school does not book the hotels for you.”Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 29, 2023
- What is the qualification of the teachers at El Aula Azul?100% of teachers at El Aula Azul hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of El Aula Azul from?The highest Nationality percentage at El Aula Azul comes from USA with a 30% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and England (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- El Aula Azul offers courses for which ages?El Aula Azul offers courses from 6 years (Spanish in the City for Kids, 17.5 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.