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SIELE Preparation Course

Expanish Madrid
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Course description

The SIELE Exam Preparation course is necessary for anyone looking to sit for the internationally recognized SIELE Exam. The exam is a newer exam that is also through the Instituto Cervantes. The benefit of the SIELE is that it can be taken on any day in the year and all students take the same exam and receive a number score that determines their level.

The course consists of 10 hours of private lessons per week and can start on any Monday of the year. Expanish recommends 2 to 3 weeks of the course to fully prepare for the exam.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
10 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
25 Dec 2024

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Afternoon session
04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Afternoon session
02:30 PM - 06:30 PM

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 Madrid.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 1 student

Student age

Age range 13 years old and older
Average 27 years old
(24 in the summer)

Certificate

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

Expanish is a boutique Spanish school with locations in Madrid and Barcelona in Spain and in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Our schools offer immersion Spanish programs for adults all year round with a variety of housing options.

The school in Madrid is housed in a newly renovated space (as of January 2022). It has 11 classrooms over 2 floors with an independent street entrance. We have a large common area with a kitchen. Students have space to relax, study and hang out outside of class time.

Year opened
2022
Number of classrooms
11

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area

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 Expanish Madrid varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 27. In the summer, the average age is 24.

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
25 Dec 2024

School location

Expanish is located in the neighborhood of Salamanca, just 3 blocks from the famous Parque de El Retiro and 1 block from the nearest subway station (Velazquez stop).

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Reviews

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"Perfect !!"

Johann Ben Turquie, student from France

Teacher, location, facilities…Everything was perfect

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
11 weeks
Date of study
6 Feb 2024 - 26 Apr 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Lidia, Admissions Manager at Expanish Madrid responded to this review.
12 July 2024

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you found our teachers, location, and facilities to be perfect. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we’re glad we could provide a great experience for you.

"Such a rich experience in one week!"

Audrey A., student from France

Everything has been easy and pleasant: from the housing at the Tagaste student residence (very clean, comfortable and close to the school) to the welcoming of the Expanish school teachers and students.

I had chosen the 20h pack which was ideal to refresh my Spanish in one week. Our teacher was very good in providing a mix of vocabulary and grammar exercises, conversation on various topics and debates. One day we went to visit an exhibition at the Biblioteca Nacional and we had to write an article about it. Living like a student at 49 years old has been really nice and fun ;) On the afternoon, with my friends we visited Madrid's barrios and museums and enjoyed very delicious (and cheap!) restaurants. A really nice experience I highly recommend.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
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Social activities
School location
Housing
Date of study
6 Mar 2023 - 10 Mar 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Lidia, Admissions Manager at Expanish Madrid responded to this review.
12 July 2024

Thank you for sharing your detailed and positive review! We're delighted to hear that your experience, from the comfortable and convenient housing at Tagaste student residence to the warm welcome from our teachers and students, was easy and pleasant. It's wonderful to know that the 20-hour course was ideal for refreshing your Spanish and that you enjoyed the mix of vocabulary, grammar, and conversation exercises.

We're glad you had fun living like a student and exploring Madrid's neighborhoods, museums, and delicious restaurants. Your recommendation means a lot to us.

We hope to see you again for more enjoyable experiences!

"Smooth sailing"

Zhanina Kostova, student from USA

I liked a lot my two-week intense Spanish course. I liked also the option of two one on one tutoring in the afternoon. The faculty and administration were very knowledgeable and genuinely excited. The school was small, but yet inviting. I liked that the school offered different activities every day, which was a great opportunity to meet other people from around the world and exchange our experiences. All students were regardless of their age or level of Spanish were treated with respect. During my stay, I felt welcomed, like being at home. I can't wait to visit the school again next year. Thank you for giving me this opportunity.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
20 Jun 2022 - 1 Jul 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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Murphy, Commercial Manager at Expanish Madrid responded to this review.
28 July 2022

We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay! And you are welcome to come back next year ;).

housing

Housing

Expanish Madrid offers the following housing types:
student-residence

Yugo Claraval - Single-person room - No meals

NZ$ 918
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Calle de San Bernardo, 97B, Madrid 28015, Spain
Location: In the city center of Madrid
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 14 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
NZ$ 918
The Yugo Claraval Student Residence is a great way to live in a social environment while having their own private space. Students will have a private bedroom and share bathroom and kitchen space with 1 or 2 other students.
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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 90 € when you register.

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 Madrid 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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