Simon Bolivar was founded approximately 7 years ago, and today is considered one of the best schools in South America. Recognized by the Ministry of Education, Simon Bolivar offers excellent Spanish language programs for beginner to advanced level Spanish students. Located centrally and in one of the nicer parts of Quito, students have easy access to hundreds of bars, restaurants, shops, banks, cyber cafes, and transportation. The school itself is located in a very nice colonial style building which provides a comfortable setting in which to learn Spanish.

Simon Bolivar provides quality one-to-one immersions programs for students of any age and level of Spanish proficiency. The classrooms are clean and quiet, and students typically enjoy the comfortable courtyards outside as a place to both study and/or meet with each other during coffee breaks.

In addition to the Spanish language programs offered in Quito, Simon Bolivar also offers classes in two extraordinary places in Ecuador: Alandaluz on the tropical coast of Ecuador, and the Yarina Lodge in the Coco Region of the Ecuadorian Amazon Basin. These programs each run one week and are in group class format. Each of the two areas are located in or near spectacular national preserves offering students the chance to experience nature at its finest. In addition to classes in these two distinctive areas students spend part of the day exploring the area and discovering the treasures within with the help of an experienced local guide. Contact us for more information about these options.

Besides offering excellent Spanish language programs, Simon Bolivar also offers (and or assists in arranging) a variety of interesting cultural activities and weekend excursions allowing student the chance to really get to know Quito and the rest of Ecuador. Some of the more popular activities include Salsa dance lessons, visits to the colonial center of Quito, or trips into the Andes.

As with many of our other schools, Simon Bolivar not only provides general Spanish language study, but can also provide specialized programs for business people, medical personnel, teachers, lawyers, etc.

• Quito is probably the nicest big city found anywhere in Latin America.
• The colonial part of Quito is world famous. It is full of old houses, Spanish colonial churches, museums, and more.
• The city has an abundance of bars, nightclubs, restaurants, and shops, enough to satisfy any taste.
• Most sites of interest within Ecuador are just a matter of hours away from Quito.
• In the mountain valleys outside of Quito, are numerous Indian villages, all very much worth a visit.
• Quito houses most of the good travel companies. As such, it is very easy to arrange various trips from the city.
• From Quito, one is just 4-5 hours away by bus from the Ecuadorian Amazon Basin.

Standard Program: Study Spanish for 4-6 lessons per day (private instruction). If you need to learn Spanish fast, this is your best choice. This program is a private 4-6 lesson course directed towards the student's individual needs. It is designed for people who need to learn as much Spanish as possible in a short period of time or prefer something very intensive, and is structured to meet the student's specific needs regarding grammar, vocabulary, and culture.

Extra Options:
Study on the coast at Alandaluz
Study in the rainforest at the Yarina Lodge
Extra hours of instruction if needed
Group programs
Programs for teachers
Programs for medical professionals
Programs for business professionals
Volunteer programs

• Private room with a local host family
• 3 meals per day with host family.
• Laundry service with host family.
• Access to email, the internet, phone, and fax service (some services not free).
• Books, handouts, etc.
• Airport pickup
• Cultural activities
• Academic credit available

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

• Cultural activities
• Weekend Excursions
• Transportation