Gap Year Program

Don Quijote: Granada

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Course description

Did you just finish high school and still aren’t sure what to do next?

No matter which stage of life you are in, taking a break can be a wise decision and the best way to invest in your personal growth and develop soft skills like empathy, flexibility, and leadership.

If you are passionate about entering the Spanish-speaking world, you can design the experience of your dreams by choosing and combinig among 32 top destinations in Spain and Latin America. DELE or SiELE preparation course and Volunteering in Costa Rica, Ecuador or Mexico are included.

A dedicated don Quijote course counselor will be helping you organize every stage of your language journey. While you are on site our local staff members can help you with any questions or concerns .

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
12-40 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 55 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
06 Dec 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 28 Feb 2025, 17 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 12 Oct 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 06 Dec 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025

Don Quijote does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

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 Granada.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 14 years old and older

Certificate

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

Housing

Don Quijote offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay, Double room (Bed & Breakfast)

NZ$ 411
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 411
Living with a host family has two major benefits. First, it's the best way to get to know Spanish culture and see what daily life is like for a native Spaniard. Secondly, our host families will speak to you in Spanish 100% of the time, helping you practice the skills you're working on in class in an authentic context.

Our host families vary from young families to one or two retired people, all Spanish speakers and are carefully selected to ensure that your stay be as pleasant as possible. We do our best to find home stays that will treat you as part of the family.

We will always try to accommodate you within 10-20 minutes - on foot or via public transportation - from our school.

If you have any allergies, special dietary requirements, dislike of particular pets or any other special requests, just let us know in advance and we'll do our best to satisfy your needs.

-80% of the host families have wifi installed at home and this is free to use. However if you wish to ensure guaranteed use of this servicve a weekly supplement is required.

Homestay, Double room (Half Board)

NZ$ 468
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 468
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.
You can choose from various meal options. You'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
Wi-Fi is included at our Spain destinations and some Latin America destinations.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.

Homestay, Single room (Bed & Breakfast)

NZ$ 487
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Granada
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 487
Living with a host family has two major benefits. First, it's the best way to get to know Spanish culture and see what daily life is like for a native Spaniard. Secondly, our host families will speak to you in Spanish 100% of the time, helping you practice the skills you're working on in class in an authentic context.

Our host families vary from young families to one or two retired people, all Spanish speakers and are carefully selected to ensure that your stay be as pleasant as possible. We do our best to find home stays that will treat you as part of the family.

We will always try to accommodate you within 10-20 minutes - on foot or via public transportation - from our school.

If you have any allergies, special dietary requirements, dislike of particular pets or any other special requests, just let us know in advance and we'll do our best to satisfy your needs.

-80% of the host families have wifi installed at home and this is free to use. However if you wish to ensure guaranteed use of this servicve a weekly supplement is required.

Homestay, Single room (Half Board)

NZ$ 545
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 545
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.
You can choose from various meal options. You'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
Wi-Fi is included at our Spain destinations and some Latin America destinations.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.

Homestay, Double room (Full Board)

NZ$ 545
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 545
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.
You can choose from various meal options. You'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
Wi-Fi is included at our Spain destinations and some Latin America destinations.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.

Homestay, Single room (Full Board)

NZ$ 621
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 621
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.
You can choose from various meal options. You'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
Wi-Fi is included at our Spain destinations and some Latin America destinations.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.
student-residence

Don Quijote Residence, Double room (Bed & Breakfast)

NZ$ 487
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 487
If you are looking for an inviting and well-equipped stay just a quick walk from your classroom, our student residences may be the ideal accommodation for you. Our Spanish student residences have a youthful, international feel and offer you all you'll need in one building: laundry facilities, TV, prepared meals or shared do-it-yourself kitchens, and areas for studying and socializing.

All of our student residences in Spain offer individual, shared and triple rooms, Wi-Fi, shared TV, shared living/dining rooms and washing machines. Bed linens are provided; we suggest that you bring your own towels, for maximum comfort.

Our Granada residence is located in a restored hotel with a large terrace. The don Quijote school is a pleasant 15-20 minutes' walk. You'll share the residence with don Quijote students from all over the world, and will have the option of preparing your own meals, or arranging half or full board.

The Granada residence features:

Private in-room bathroom or washbasin and shared bath/shower room
In-room telephones
Satellite TV, video and stereo in the living rooms
Fully equipped shared kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, electric coffee maker and refrigerator
Washing machines and clothes dryers

Don Quijote Residence, Double room (Half Board)

NZ$ 564
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 564
If you are looking for an inviting and well-equipped stay just a quick walk from your classroom, our student residences may be the ideal accommodation for you. Our Spanish student residences have a youthful, international feel and offer you all you'll need in one building: laundry facilities, TV, prepared meals or shared do-it-yourself kitchens, and areas for studying and socializing.

All of our student residences in Spain offer individual, shared and triple rooms, Wi-Fi, shared TV, shared living/dining rooms and washing machines. Bed linens are provided; we suggest that you bring your own towels, for maximum comfort.

Our Granada residence is located in a restored hotel with a large terrace. The don Quijote school is a pleasant 15-20 minutes' walk. You'll share the residence with don Quijote students from all over the world, and will have the option of preparing your own meals, or arranging half or full board.

The Granada residence features:

Private in-room bathroom or washbasin and shared bath/shower room
In-room telephones
Satellite TV, video and stereo in the living rooms
Fully equipped shared kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, electric coffee maker and refrigerator
Washing machines and clothes dryers

Don Quijote Residence, Single room (Bed & Breakfast)

NZ$ 583
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 583
If you are looking for an inviting and well-equipped stay just a quick walk from your classroom, our student residences may be the ideal accommodation for you. Our Spanish student residences have a youthful, international feel and offer you all you'll need in one building: laundry facilities, TV, prepared meals or shared do-it-yourself kitchens, and areas for studying and socializing.

All of our student residences in Spain offer individual, shared and triple rooms, Wi-Fi, shared TV, shared living/dining rooms and washing machines. Bed linens are provided; we suggest that you bring your own towels, for maximum comfort.

Our Granada residence is located in a restored hotel with a large terrace. The don Quijote school is a pleasant 15-20 minutes' walk. You'll share the residence with don Quijote students from all over the world, and will have the option of preparing your own meals, or arranging half or full board.

The Granada residence features:

Private in-room bathroom or washbasin and shared bath/shower room
In-room telephones
Satellite TV, video and stereo in the living rooms
Fully equipped shared kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, electric coffee maker and refrigerator
Washing machines and clothes dryers

Don Quijote Residence, Double room (Full Board)

NZ$ 640
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 640
If you are looking for an inviting and well-equipped stay just a quick walk from your classroom, our student residences may be the ideal accommodation for you. Our Spanish student residences have a youthful, international feel and offer you all you'll need in one building: laundry facilities, TV, prepared meals or shared do-it-yourself kitchens, and areas for studying and socializing.

All of our student residences in Spain offer individual, shared and triple rooms, Wi-Fi, shared TV, shared living/dining rooms and washing machines. Bed linens are provided; we suggest that you bring your own towels, for maximum comfort.

Our Granada residence is located in a restored hotel with a large terrace. The don Quijote school is a pleasant 15-20 minutes' walk. You'll share the residence with don Quijote students from all over the world, and will have the option of preparing your own meals, or arranging half or full board.

The Granada residence features:

Private in-room bathroom or washbasin and shared bath/shower room
In-room telephones
Satellite TV, video and stereo in the living rooms
Fully equipped shared kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, electric coffee maker and refrigerator
Washing machines and clothes dryers

Don Quijote Residence, Single room (Half Board)

NZ$ 660
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 660
If you are looking for an inviting and well-equipped stay just a quick walk from your classroom, our student residences may be the ideal accommodation for you. Our Spanish student residences have a youthful, international feel and offer you all you'll need in one building: laundry facilities, TV, prepared meals or shared do-it-yourself kitchens, and areas for studying and socializing.

All of our student residences in Spain offer individual, shared and triple rooms, Wi-Fi, shared TV, shared living/dining rooms and washing machines. Bed linens are provided; we suggest that you bring your own towels, for maximum comfort.

Our Granada residence is located in a restored hotel with a large terrace. The don Quijote school is a pleasant 15-20 minutes' walk. You'll share the residence with don Quijote students from all over the world, and will have the option of preparing your own meals, or arranging half or full board.

The Granada residence features:

Private in-room bathroom or washbasin and shared bath/shower room
In-room telephones
Satellite TV, video and stereo in the living rooms
Fully equipped shared kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, electric coffee maker and refrigerator
Washing machines and clothes dryers

Don Quijote Residence, Single room (Full Board)

NZ$ 736
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, and wireless internet
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 736
If you are looking for an inviting and well-equipped stay just a quick walk from your classroom, our student residences may be the ideal accommodation for you. Our Spanish student residences have a youthful, international feel and offer you all you'll need in one building: laundry facilities, TV, prepared meals or shared do-it-yourself kitchens, and areas for studying and socializing.

All of our student residences in Spain offer individual, shared and triple rooms, Wi-Fi, shared TV, shared living/dining rooms and washing machines. Bed linens are provided; we suggest that you bring your own towels, for maximum comfort.

Our Granada residence is located in a restored hotel with a large terrace. The don Quijote school is a pleasant 15-20 minutes' walk. You'll share the residence with don Quijote students from all over the world, and will have the option of preparing your own meals, or arranging half or full board.

The Granada residence features:

Private in-room bathroom or washbasin and shared bath/shower room
In-room telephones
Satellite TV, video and stereo in the living rooms
Fully equipped shared kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, electric coffee maker and refrigerator
Washing machines and clothes dryers
apartment

Regular Shared Apartment, Double room (No meals)

NZ$ 342
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and heating
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 342
You can choose to share a student apartment with up to four or five other students. In a student apartment you'll prepare your own meals and interact with students of all ages and backgrounds. We recommend you make a pact about speaking Spanish in the apartment; other shared languages often take students away from Spanish language practice. Wi-Fi is included at all don Quijote Spain destinations.

About shared student apartments

All of our student apartments include all the basic facilities you will need to enjoy a comfortable study abroad experience.
You will share the kitchen and the bathroom and you are in charge of helping to keep it clean together with your roommates.
Wi-Fi is included at all Spain locations and some Latin American destinations.

Regular Shared Apartment, Single room (No meals)

NZ$ 533
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 533
You can choose to share a student apartment with up to four or five other students. In a student apartment you'll prepare your own meals and interact with students of all ages and backgrounds. We recommend you make a pact about speaking Spanish in the apartment; other shared languages often take students away from Spanish language practice. Wi-Fi is included at all don Quijote Spain destinations.

About shared student apartments

All of our student apartments include all the basic facilities you will need to enjoy a comfortable study abroad experience.
You will share the kitchen and the bathroom and you are in charge of helping to keep it clean together with your roommates.
Wi-Fi is included at all Spain locations and some Latin American destinations.
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 185 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

The closest airport to the school is Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport, also known as Granada Airport (GRX).

The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport, also known as Granada Airport is 185 €. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.

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 Granada 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.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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