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SIELE Preparation Course

Expanish Barcelona 30+
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Course description

The SIELE Exam Preparation course is necessary for anyone looking to sit for the internationally recognized SIELE Exam. The exam is a newer exam that is also through the Instituto Cervantes. The benefit of the SIELE is that it can be taken on any day in the year and all students take the same exam and receive a number score that determines their level.

The course consists of 10 hours of private lessons per week and can start on any Monday of the year. Expanish recommends 2 to 3 weeks of the course to fully prepare for the exam.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
10 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 11 Sep 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Afternoon session
04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Afternoon session
02:30 PM - 06:30 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 Barcelona.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 1 student

Student age

Age range 13 - 99 years old
Average 38 years old

Certificate

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

Expanish Barcelona 30+ is the first Spanish school in the world to offer programming exclusively to students who are 30 years and older. The school also offers and exclusive activity program with 4 free activities each week, 2 of which are just for 30+ students.

The school was renovated in May 2022, making the facilities brand new.e school has 7 large and bright classrooms with a student common area at the center.

Year opened
2022
Number of classrooms
7

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Cultural Trips
  • Studying Area
  • Free Internet
  • Social Activities
  • Wireless Internet

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 Expanish Barcelona 30+ varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 38. In the summer, the average age is 38.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Germany
20%
Brazil
14%
France
8%
USA
8%
Italy
6%
Netherlands
5%
UK
4%
Other
35%

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 11 Sep 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025

School location

The school is located in the neighborhood of Eixample, on the same block as our other school for younger students. It is 1 block from the nearest subway station, 20 minutes walking to Sagrada Familia and just 15 minutes via bus to the beach!

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reviews

Reviews

100% recommend

based on 3 reviews
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"I have special needs for my billing due to reimboursement. Great if they could be accomodated"

Poul Fritz Kjaer, student from Denmark

all perfect except that I have still not recieved my certificates of attention three weeks after. Unfortunate as I need them for reimboursement purposes.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Date of study
15 Jul 2024 - 19 Jul 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"It was an excellent experience and a great start to my travel in Spain"

Tam Le, student from USA

Small classroom size no more than 8. Very interactive which is a great way to learn and practice and utilize what you in the real world immediately. Great convenient location. Amazing teacher and staffs. I got sick. December is a cold month in Spain. But I would do it again.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
18 Dec 2023 - 29 Dec 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Lidia, Admissions Manager at Expanish Barcelona 30+ responded to this review.
12 July 2024

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you appreciated our small class sizes, interactive learning environment, and convenient location. It's wonderful to know that our teachers and staff left a positive impression on you.

We're sorry to hear that you got sick during your stay, but it's great to know that despite this, you had a positive experience and would do it again. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

"Profesional teachers, good atmosphere and nice activities"

R. van Veen, student from Netherlands

In general everything was nice.
I liked the way of teaching and all students were determined to study seriously.
I was in 30+ class.

I am not able to tell anything about housing because I had found accomodation by myself.
I only took one week of classes, and therefore I
think that it would have been better for me to take private classes

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Date of study
12 Jun 2023 - 16 Jun 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Murphy Scott, Manager at Expanish Barcelona 30+ responded to this review.
06 July 2023

We are glad you enjoyed your week of study! You are welcome to return in the future and try out private lessons to see which is a better fit ;).

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Housing

Expanish Barcelona 30+ offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

S$ 447
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Barcelona
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
S$ 447
A homestay is the best way to practice Spanish at home and facilitate language learning outside of the class. Two students travelling together can share a double bedroom and shared bathroom in this option. Breakfast and dinner are included every day and meals are the best time to practice speaking with hosts. Our homestays are located in the best neighborhoods in the city at a maximum distance of 35 minutes to the school.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

S$ 502
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Barcelona
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
S$ 502
A homestay is the best way to practice Spanish at home and facilitate language learning outside of the class. Students will receive a private bedroom and shared bathroom in this option. Breakfast and dinner are included every day and meals are the best time to practice speaking with hosts. Our homestays are located in the best neighborhoods in the city at a maximum distance of 35 minutes to the school.
student-residence

Yugo Garbi Student Residence (off-campus) - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 667
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Carrer de Viriat, 37, Barcelona 08014, Spain
Location: In the city center of Barcelona
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 12 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 667
The Yugo Garbi Student Residence is a great option to live in a social atmosphere while having a private space. Student will have a private bedroom with a private, en-suite bathroom and a kitchenette (sink, mini-fridge, microwave). The room does not have access to a kitchen but students can purchase meals in the cafeteria (separate cost).
apartment

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

S$ 338
weekly
Age range: 18 - 29 years old
Location: In the city center of Barcelona
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
S$ 338
Students looking for an independent housing option can select a Shared Apartment. Two students travelling together can select a double bedroom and they will have a shared bathroom. Each apartment is self-catering and has a fully-equipped kitchen for students to prepare their own meals. Apartments are located in the best neighborhoods in the city and up to 35 minutes to the school.

Ssheets and towels are included.

Student Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 474
weekly
Age range: 18 - 39 years old
Location: In the city center of Barcelona
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
S$ 474
Students looking for an independent housing option can select a Student Shared Apartment. Each student will have a private bedroom and shared bathrooms. Each apartment is self-catering and has a fully-equipped kitchen for students to prepare their own meals.

Sheets and towels are included.
visa

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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 90 € when you register.

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 Barcelona 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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