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Escuela Hispalense
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Intensive Spanish Course

This intensive Spanish course in Spain is taught over four course levels (A1, A2, B1, B2)

It is the same as our standard Spanish course at our Spanish language school in Spain, There are 4 lessons daily (50 minutes each) in which the 4 skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing), additionally with some cultural contents, are integrated with a practical approach and communicative practice. five additional private lessons per week (50 minutes each), which can be customised upon student request.

Timetable: from Monday to Friday 9:30h - 13:30h with a half-hour break at 11:30h
and additional class at 13.40h or 8.30h

Classes consist of maximum eight students.

For the private classes there might be another change of teacher.

*If a student has no peers in his intensive course group, it will be changed to 3 private hours a day but with the same price of the intensive course.

The number of private classes can be increased individually at the request of the student. These lessons can be used for special needs like Business Spanish, Spanish Literature etc.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-16 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (except for beginners)
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
20 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

Escuela Hispalense 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 times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
08:30 AM - 01:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Tarifa to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 5 students
Maximum 8 students

Student age

Age range 14 - 99 years old
Average 30 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

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

One of the best Spanish language schools in Spain. Hispalense is situated in Tarifa, Southern Spain, and was founded in 1989 as one of the first language schools in Cadiz Province.

With our selection of Spanish language courses in Spain, we aim to support and motivate our students, so they can apply what they learn in our classrooms to everyday life in Andalusia. To help us achieve this aim, we have a fantastic group of professional and patient teachers who thrive on making their lessons interesting and fun. At our Spanish language school in Spain, there will always be someone to help you with any queries, helping you to improve your knowledge as quickly and as methodically as possible. There is no better way to learn the Spanish language than a Spanish Course abroad in Spain!

We offer Spanish classes in Spain for adults, teenagers and kids, and we strive to give you as much information as possible about the courses and extra activities on offer, before you make your journey out to Tarifa.

Here at the Hispalense Spanish Language School, our team of dedicated teachers will support you during the Spanish course with a series of structured lessons that will mix entertainment with theory to make them accessible to all kinds of learner.

There is no better way to learn Spanish language than in Spain itself, and even more so here at Hispalense!

We offer the following Spanish courses in Spain:

Standard Spanish course

Intensive Spanish course

Preparation Course for the D.E.L.E exam

Private Spanish classes

Spanish program for foreigners living in Tarifa

Spanish Brush-up course

For students that already have previous studies in Spanish or a rough knowledge of the language, courses start every monday. For those students who will be studying Spanish for the very first time, courses start every second week. You can find the exact entry dates.

The duration of the Spanish courses is individually chosen by each student. There is a minimum duration of ONE WEEK

An Interactive Language Program can be organized with local Spanish students practising English or German, giving you the chance to put the theory into practice with a structured exchange of conversation.

Information about local events and art exhibits can be found through consultation with our teaching team.

Cultural trips are part of the program, with regular visits to Guzman El Bueno Castle, and other sites of cultural interest in the area.

Year opened
1989
Number of classrooms
8

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Cambridge Exam Center
  • IELTS Test Center
  • TOEFL Test Center
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

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 Escuela Hispalense varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 30. In the summer, the average age is 20.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Germany
36%
UK
12%
Switzerland
10%
USA
8%
Netherlands
7%
Austria
5%
France
4%
Russia
3%
Sweden
3%
Other
12%

School holidays

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

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
20 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

School location

Escuela Hispalense is situated in Tarifa - Southern Spain.
We are located in a residential area of Tarifa, in the centre of the town, and only a two minute walk from the beach.

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100% recommend

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"Everybody who was working in the school of Hispalense was great."

Maximilian Kotzab, student from Austria

I felt really good to be there, everyone was nice and it was fun too! The teachers were great, they were understanding and sympathetic. Once in a week there was a dinner, the students could attend there by choice, to practice the language. I really can recommend it.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
11 Jul 2022 - 5 Aug 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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housing

Housing

Escuela Hispalense offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 363
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 363
Type E Accommodation

Host Families

To live with a host family means a complete immersion, including all the positives and drawbacks that come with it. There's a limited offer of host families, and those who team up with us take the assignment to have a guest living with their family seriously. They take care of the students concerns and help where they can. The typical host family doesn't necessarily consist of parents and kids because in most houses there will only be room for hosting students after the children have left home.

Early booking is advantageous for this kind of accommodation.

If the student needs to maintain a special diet for health reasons or is a vegetarian we would appreciate knowing in advance so that we can discuss it with the host family.

Summer Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 411
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 411
Type E Accommodation

Host Families

To live with a host family means a complete immersion, including all the positives and drawbacks that come with it. There's a limited offer of host families, and those who team up with us take the assignment to have a guest living with their family seriously. They take care of the students concerns and help where they can. The typical host family doesn't necessarily consist of parents and kids because in most houses there will only be room for hosting students after the children have left home.

Early booking is advantageous for this kind of accommodation.

If the student needs to maintain a special diet for health reasons or is a vegetarian we would appreciate knowing in advance so that we can discuss it with the host family.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 478
weekly
Age range: 14 - 99 years old
Location: In the city center of Tarifa
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 478
Type E Accommodation

Host Families

To live with a host family means a complete immersion, including all the positives and drawbacks that come with it. There's a limited offer of host families, and those who team up with us take the assignment to have a guest living with their family seriously. They take care of the students concerns and help where they can. The typical host family doesn't necessarily consist of parents and kids because in most houses there will only be room for hosting students after the children have left home.

Early booking is advantageous for this kind of accommodation.

If the student needs to maintain a special diet for health reasons or is a vegetarian we would appreciate knowing in advance so that we can discuss it with the host family.

Summer Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 487
weekly
Location: In the city center of Tarifa
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 487
Type E Accommodation

Host Families

To live with a host family means a complete immersion, including all the positives and drawbacks that come with it. There's a limited offer of host families, and those who team up with us take the assignment to have a guest living with their family seriously. They take care of the students concerns and help where they can. The typical host family doesn't necessarily consist of parents and kids because in most houses there will only be room for hosting students after the children have left home.

Early booking is advantageous for this kind of accommodation.

If the student needs to maintain a special diet for health reasons or is a vegetarian we would appreciate knowing in advance so that we can discuss it with the host family.
student-residence

Student residence - 2-person shared room - No meals

NZ$ 220
weekly
Location: In the city center of Tarifa
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 220
Type A Accommodation

Flat-sharing in apartment buildings

Plainly furnished apartments with 2 - 4 bedrooms, a living-room, kitchen, and bathroom to be shared with other students or locals. In each apartment there is a washing machine at your disposal. Also, bedding will be provided in all apartments, but please bring your own towels.

During low season most apartments are situated close to our Spanish language school in Spain within a walking distance of two to ten minutes. Both the beach and the town centre can also be reached on foot within a few minutes from the students' apartments.

During high season (30.06.19 - 07.09.19) we offer accommodation in extra apartments which may be situated up to a maximum of 15 minutes on foot from the school.

Summer Student residence - 2-person shared room - No meals

NZ$ 229
weekly
Location: In the city center of Tarifa
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 229
Type A Accommodation

Flat-sharing in apartment buildings

Plainly furnished apartments with 2 - 4 bedrooms, a living-room, kitchen, and bathroom to be shared with other students or locals. In each apartment there is a washing machine at your disposal. Also, bedding will be provided in all apartments, but please bring your own towels.

During low season most apartments are situated close to our Spanish language school in Spain within a walking distance of two to ten minutes. Both the beach and the town centre can also be reached on foot within a few minutes from the students' apartments.

During high season (30.06.19 - 07.09.19) we offer accommodation in extra apartments which may be situated up to a maximum of 15 minutes on foot from the school.

Student residence

NZ$ 287
weekly
Age range: 16 - 99 years old
Address: Calle Gaucín 3, TARIFA, Cádiz 11380, Spain
Location: In the city center of Tarifa
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 287
Type A Accommodation

Flat-sharing in apartment buildings

Plainly furnished apartments with 2 - 4 bedrooms, a living-room, kitchen, and bathroom to be shared with other students or locals. In each apartment there is a washing machine at your disposal. Also, bedding will be provided in all apartments, but please bring your own towels.

During low season most apartments are situated close to our Spanish language school in Spain within a walking distance of two to ten minutes. Both the beach and the town centre can also be reached on foot within a few minutes from the students' apartments.

Summer Student residence

NZ$ 325
weekly
Age range: 18 - 99 years old
Location: In the city center of Tarifa
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, heating, and other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 325
Type A Accommodation

Flat-sharing in apartment buildings

Plainly furnished apartments with 2 - 4 bedrooms, a living-room, kitchen, and bathroom to be shared with other students or locals. In each apartment there is a washing machine at your disposal. Also, bedding will be provided in all apartments, but please bring your own towels.

During low season most apartments are situated close to our Spanish language school in Spain within a walking distance of two to ten minutes. Both the beach and the town centre can also be reached on foot within a few minutes from the students' apartments.

During high season (30.06.19 - 07.09.19) we offer accommodation in extra apartments which may be situated up to a maximum of 15 minutes on foot from the school.
apartment

Type C/D - private apartment

N/A
weekly
Age range: 16 - 99 years old
Location: Tarifa
Housing type: Apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, wireless internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
N/A
Type C Accommodation

Apartment by the beach

These are holiday apartments with a wonderful view of the sea. Most facilities also have a swimming pool at their guests' disposal, which can usually be used between June 15th and September 15th.

Parking spaces are available directly in front of the facilities.

Bedding and towels will be provided in all apartments, but please bring your own beach towels. Also, there will be a washing machine and TV at your disposal.

The distance to both the language school and the old town centre is approximately 15-20 minutes on foot.

Type D Accommodation

Apartment in the old town

For those who are looking for accommodation of a higher standard we have a couple of places that we consider outstanding.

These apartments are suitable for all those students who want to live alone or are travelling with friends or family and want to live in or close to the town centre. Since it is a matter of personal taste, furniture etc. was not considered one of the criteria for choosing the apartments, but rather the atmosphere and character that we feel from them. Moreover we have a good knowledge of the housing conditions in Tarifa and can assure you that these places are suitably priced.

We offer apartments in the old and charming town centre as well as in the newer part of Tarifa. They are all located at a walking distance of 5 to 10 minutes to the beach or to our Spanish language school in Spain. We have smaller studios available for one person or couples as well as larger apartments with one or more bedrooms for families or friends who would like to travel together.

Some of our apartments boast a roof terrace with a panoramic view over the Tarifan rooftops or with views to the sea and Africa.

Just let us know your requests and we will search for the most suitable apartment for you. Please feel free to contact us and request pictures of the apartments by e-mail.

Bedding and towels will be provided in all apartments, but please bring your own beach towels. Also, there will be a washing machine and TV at your disposal.
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.

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 Tarifa 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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