Spanish Teacher Refresher Course, Benalmadena

Benalmadena is a picturesque coastal town situated on the Costa del Sol in Andalusia, southern Spain. It has developed from being a sleepy fishing village of white washed houses to the present-day lively, animated town of approximately 50,000 inhabitants, whilst still holding on to its original charm and character.

Our Spanish teacher refresher course offers practising non native teachers the opportunity to update their own language skills, methodology and Spanish culture and current affairs.  See below for full details.

  • Duration:  2 weeks
  • Start dates:  9/16/23 July 2018
  • Cost:  £445 (2 weeks)

“The programme was flexible, amended in the second week to reflect participants’ requests. Opportunities to observe classes and visit a ‘colegio’ and speak to its director of studies. Main teacher engaging and obliging, and left awash with resources. All school staff friendly.”

MM, Dumfries, July 2012

Course duration: 2 weeks
Consists of: 20 group lessons per week
Class timetable: 09.00 – 13.30 (Mon-Fri)
Lesson duration: 55 minutes
Maximum class size: 10 students
Minimum language level: advanced

This course is designed for teachers of Spanish as a foreign language who would like to learn new teaching techniques and methodology as well as broaden their knowledge of Spanish culture. Examples of topics covered include teaching methodology, confidence building in the classroom, teaching young learners, lessons planning, material selection and production and introduction of the use of computers, audio and visual aids in the class situation. It also offers the opportunity to explore recent changes in language usage and to exchange views and ideas with teaching colleagues from other countries.

2018 start dates:

9/16/23 July 2018

2018 prices:

2 weeks £445

What is included:

  • 20 group Spanish lessons per week
  • Course materials and certificate
  • Use of school facilities including internet
  • Some cultural activities and excursions

 Not included:

  • International travel
  • Travel/health insurance
  • Accommodation (we can arrange this for you. Click on our “Accommodation” tab for details)

Accommodation is available in homestays, residences or shared apartments, all year round. Accommodation is from Sunday night until Saturday morning, and extra nights are available on request. (1 week = 6 nights, 2 weeks = 13 nights)

Homestay
This type of accommodation is perfect for those who wish to be fully immersed in everyday Spanish life, and also gives plenty of opportunity to practise your Spanish. You will have your own room and you will most likely have to share the bathroom. There may be other students/guests in the homestay. Breakfast will be a continental breakfast and evening meals tend to be quite light.

Single room,
half board
2 weeks £550

School residence
This type of accommodation is ideal for those who wish to have more independence, and sharing with other students attending the school. Bed linen and towels are provided in both residences.

Residence 1 is located close to the school and comprises of 5 single bedrooms, and 2 shared bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, living room with sofa and TV, and there is a terrace too.

Residence 2 is located opposite the school with single and twin rooms which can accomodate up to 11 people. There are 4 shared bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, and a large living room.

Ask us for prices for your preferred dates.

We recommend booking the transfer service from the airport on arrival £55.

A key delivery supplement of £20 is applicable for students arriving during the weekend and not taking the transfer.

Shared self-catering apartments
This type of accommodation is ideal for those who wish to have more independence. Apartments are around a 10-15 min walk from the school. Apartments usually have 1-2 bedrooms for 2-4 students (if sharing rooms) with a shared kitchen, bathroom and living room. Bed linen and towels are provided. Ask us for a price for your preferred dates.

We recommend booking the transfer service from the airport on arrival £50.
A key delivery supplement of £20 is applicable for students arriving during the weekend and not taking the transfer.

What is the process for Erasmus funded courses?

  1. Choose which course, start date and type of accommodation you would like to book and contact us
  2. We temporarily reserve a place for you on that course whilst you apply for funding through the Erasmus + programme.
  3. When you find out the results of your funding application, you pay a deposit of £150 to secure your place on the course. You do not have to pay anything until you have found out if you were successful or not.
  4. The full balance is then due 8 weeks prior to departure
  5. The application for funding is managed through Erasmus +, and as your language course provider, we provide you with the supporting documents (confirmation letter and invoice) for your application

 

Please see the following pages for more information about Erasmus +: https://erasmusplus.org.uk/funding-opportunities/education-and-training-funding
For school staff mobility funding: https://www.erasmusplus.org.uk/apply-for-school-staff-mobility-funding

Please note! Deadlines for applications for funding are often up to a year in advance – ask us for more details