The Spanish school in Manuel Antonio , Costa Rica was started in 1992 and is today recognized as one of the best Spanish language schools in Costa Rica. In addition to offering excellent Spanish language programs, you will be hard pressed to find a more beautiful location within Costa Rica. The school itself sits on the side of a mountain overlooking the Manuel Antonio Beach Park Area and the Pacific. Classrooms are comfortable, and are situated both inside the building and outside on the comfortable patio. This school is the perfect option for those who want to get away from to the beaches and natural parks of Costa Rica, while at the same time learning Spanish.

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When students arrive at the Spanish school in Manuel Antonio, they are given an oral proficiency interview to determine their level. Based on this interview, they are placed tentatively in one of six levels. Once placed in a class, students will experience the schools' total immersion methodology. Classes are conducted completely in Spanish. The school uses custom designed curriculum and text materials.

Depending on the time of year, Spanish classes are held during the mornings or afternoons. Class sizes are limited to a maximum of 6 students to assure attention to an individuals needs. For those students that experience difficulty with the total immersion concept, the Spanish school offers supplemental instruction in English once a week to clarify any doubts or problems. One day a week, students participate in a field trip that focuses on a social or environmental issues in the Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica area or the town of Quepos.

• You can study close to one of the most beautiful beach/park areas that Costa Rica has to offer.
• This region of Costa Rica is home to a wonderful array of plant life and wildlife. In particular, Manuel Antonio Park is recognized as one of the best natural parks in the country.
• The area has endless activities to keep even the most avid outdoor enthusiast entertained.
• Close by the school you have the town of Quepos, small, but very well known for its abundance of bars and restaurants.
• San Jose is less than 4 hours away by bus, and 20 minutes by airplane.
• It is possible to get to most locations of interest in Costa Rica from the Spanish school in less than 5 hours.
• It is the ideal location for those individuals who want to get away from the city life and experience something far more relaxing.

Group Classes: 4 lessons per day in class sizes of no more than 8 individuals. Average class size ranges from 4-8 students. During four lessons sessions (in the morning or in the afternoon), students participate actively in a small group environment. Each student is assured attention to his individual academic needs. If total immersion becomes a difficulty, we offer supplemental instruction in English once a week in order to clarify any doubts.

Private Classes: One-on-one Spanish language instruction is designed especially for people who want to progress at their own pace, work on specific vocabulary, have special needs or who have limited time available. The scheduling for these classes is similar to the Group 4 Spanish Program.

Combined Program :This is an excellent Spanish program. It allows people to study and learn Spanish in a very short period of time. In the mornings you will take the Group 4 Spanish Program. In the afternoons you will then take 2 lessons per day of private Spanish language instruction. The afternoon session can be used to reinforce what was learned in the morning or can be used to cover new Spanish language topics.

• Private room with host family.
• 2 meals per day and laundry service
• Access to email, phone and fax services. (some services not free).
• Books, handouts, etc.
• Cultural activities (small fee)
• Weekend excursions (not free)
• Academic credit available

Classes begin every Monday of the year. Except when Holiday's are on Monday.

Note: The school is closed for the last 2 weeks of the year and reopens on the first Monday in January.

• Cultural activities
• Weekend Excursions