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DELE Exam preparation course

Linguaschools Madrid
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Course description

The DELE 20 + 5 course is for students who want to continue improving their general Spanish while receiving individual preparation for the official DELE exam. DELE, the Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera, is an official Spanish language certificate issued by Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Spain’s Ministry of Education and follows the CEFR levels A1 to C2.

Students take 20 group lessons of General Spanish per week, normally as part of the Intensive 20 course, plus 5 individual DELE preparation lessons per week. The group lessons help students develop their overall Spanish through speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing.

The private DELE lessons focus on the student’s target exam level and preparation needs. They may include exam format, reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression, oral expression, grammar review, vocabulary, timing strategies and practice with exam-style tasks.

The teacher reviews the student’s level and objectives so the preparation can focus on the skills most relevant to the chosen DELE level. Official DELE exam fees and exam registration are not included unless specifically stated.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 10:40 AM
Morning session
11:00 AM - 12:40 PM
Afternoon session
01:00 PM - 01:50 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Madrid.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 22 years old
(25 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Classes at Linguaschools Madrid are taught in small groups by qualified native Spanish-speaking teachers using a communicative Spanish immersion method. Lessons focus on practical Spanish through speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing. Teachers adapt the pace and classroom focus to the level, goals and needs of each group.

The school is located on Carrera de San Jerónimo, just 1 minute walk from Puerta del Sol, one of Madrid’s most central and well-connected areas. This makes it easy for students to reach the school by public transport and to enjoy cafés, restaurants, shops and cultural areas before or after class.

Linguaschools Madrid has a friendly, familiar school atmosphere with classrooms equipped for in-person Spanish lessons. Digital screens or projectors may be used where relevant to support teaching. Accommodation options such as shared apartments and host families are available within approximately 25–40 minutes travel distance of the school, depending on the option and availability.

Year opened
2016
Number of classrooms
5

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers
All
Teachers with Spanish teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Linguaschools Madrid varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 22. In the summer, the average age is 25.

Linguaschools Madrid teaches students from all over the world, including:

France
12%
Germany
12%
USA
11%
Netherlands
10%
UK
10%
Canada
5%
Italy
5%
China
3%
Other
32%

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Linguaschools Madrid is a small boutique-style Spanish school for adult learners in the centre of Madrid and part of the Linguaschools Spanish language school network. The school is located on Carrera de San Jerónimo, just 1 minute walk from Puerta del Sol, one of Madrid’s most central and well-connected areas.

Madrid is Spain’s capital and offers a strong setting for Spanish immersion, with museums, theatres, cafés, tapas bars, markets, parks, shopping streets and neighbourhoods such as Las Letras, Malasaña, Chueca, La Latina and Retiro. Students can combine Spanish classes with daily life in a large, lively Spanish-speaking city.

The school’s central location makes it easy for students to move around Madrid by metro, bus, train or on foot before and after class. Many of the city’s main cultural areas and transport connections are close by, making the school convenient for both short-stay students and longer-term learners.

Accommodation options such as shared apartments and host families are available within approximately 25–40 minutes travel distance of the school, depending on the option and availability.

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"Nice experience"

Laura Parducci, student from Italy

I had little time only three days course but the experience was nice and good.
I wish I had more time to dedicate to my learning.

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Date of study
25 Mar 2024 - 29 Mar 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Fran, Director at Linguaschools Madrid responded to this review.
23 April 2024

¡Hola, Laura! We enjoyed massively having you here! In case you want to come back, we would be more than happy to welcome you again. ¡Un abrazo!

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Housing

Linguaschools Madrid offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

N/A
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Madrid
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 40 minutes by other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
N/A
Host family accommodation in a single room with half board is suitable for students who want a private room, breakfast and dinner, and a local home setting while studying Spanish in Madrid.

Students stay in a carefully selected host home and receive breakfast and dinner each day. Sharing meals with a host can give students more opportunities to hear and practise everyday Spanish outside the classroom, while still keeping independence with their own room and keys.

Host families may be families, couples, single adults or retired people, so each home environment is different. Students are expected to respect the house rules and customs of their host. Host family accommodation is usually within approximately 5–40 minutes travel distance of the Madrid school, depending on availability.

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner

N/A
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Madrid
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 40 minutes by other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
N/A
Host family accommodation in a double room with half board is suitable for two students travelling together who want breakfast and dinner included while studying Spanish in Madrid.

Students share a room in a carefully selected host home and receive breakfast and dinner each day. Sharing meals with a host can give students more opportunities to hear and practise everyday Spanish outside the classroom while experiencing daily life in a local home.

Host families may be families, couples, single adults or retired people, so each home environment is different. Students are expected to respect the house rules and customs of their host. Host family accommodation is usually within approximately 5–40 minutes travel distance of the Madrid school, depending on availability.
apartment

Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

N/A
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Madrid
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
N/A
Shared apartment accommodation in a single room is suitable for students who want independence and privacy while studying Spanish in Madrid.

Students have their own bedroom and share common areas such as the kitchen, bathroom and living room with other students, international residents or locals, depending on the apartment. This option gives students more independence than a host family while still offering a shared living experience in the city.

Bedrooms include basic furniture such as a bed, wardrobe, desk or table and chair. Students share responsibility for keeping common areas clean and respecting the house rules. Shared apartments are usually within approximately 25–40 minutes travel distance of the Madrid school, depending on the apartment and availability.

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals - 2 students must book together

N/A
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Madrid
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
N/A
Shared apartment accommodation in a double room is suitable for two students travelling together who want independence while studying Spanish in Madrid.

Students share a bedroom and share common areas such as the kitchen, bathroom and living room with other students, international residents or locals, depending on the apartment. This option gives students more independence than a host family while still offering a shared living experience in the city.

Students share responsibility for keeping common areas clean and respecting the house rules. Shared apartments are usually within approximately 5–35minutes travel distance of the Madrid school, depending on the apartment and availability.

Luxury Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

N/A
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Madrid
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, air conditioning, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
N/A
Shared Apartment Plus accommodation in a single room is suitable for students who want more independence while studying Spanish in Madrid, with a higher level of comfort than a standard shared apartment.

Students have their own private bedroom and share common areas such as the kitchen, bathroom and living space with other students, international residents or locals, depending on the apartment. This option gives students privacy in their own room while still offering a shared living experience.

Apartments are furnished and located within approximately 5–35minutes travel distance of Linguaschools Madrid, depending on availability. Students are expected to respect the apartment rules and share responsibility for keeping common areas clean and comfortable.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Madrid based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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