Learn Spanish in Sucre, Bolivia
Bolivia is a landlocked country in the heart of the continent, straddling the Andes mountain range and boasting diverse landscapes and cultures. It is bordered by Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Chile and Peru. The majestic Andes are at their widest in Bolivia and the two parallel ranges known as cordilleras, which stretch the full length of the country, are separated by an extensive and stunning high plateau, which was part of the original Inca Empire. Now a democratic republic, Bolivia has much to offer the visitor including the bustling city of La Paz with its colourful market (one of the world's highest cities) and Sucre, the location of our school, which is without doubt the most beautiful colonial city in the country.
Sucre is the constitutional capital of Bolivia (although La Paz is home to more of the government departments) with a population of approximately 250,000. It is of great historical significance nationally as it was here that General Antonio Jose de Sucre signed the country's Declaration of Independence. Located in the southern half of the country, Sucre is at 2750m above sea level which provides a temperate climate all year round. It is known as the "white city" of the Americas due to its well preserved colonial architecture which is painted white, standing out against its shiny red roof tiles. Home to a busy university, many museums and beautiful parks as well as a lively central square, this is a great place to study Spanish.
Our school is located in a lovely old colonial building, just one block from the central square. It has 12 spacious classrooms, a library and book exchange, an internet room, 2 video rooms, a kitchen for cookery classes, a cafe and lounge, a small terrace and a colonial style indoor patio.
Courses are available all year round for a variety of ages and levels and ALL courses include accommodation. Course fees also include a placement test, course materials and completion certificate. Please click on one of the options below for more details:
- General and Combination Spanish Courses
- Individual Spanish Course
- Active Spanish Course
- Spanish Immersion Course
- Spanish + Flavours of the Andes
- Discover Bolivia
Cultural activities and excursions are offered throughout the year to encourage students to discover the city and local culture. For example: salsa lessons, cookery lessons, sports, treks, visits to museums and churches, cultural shows, etc.
Accommodation is included in the course fees: single room, half board in local homestays, which is the perfect way to be immersed in everyday Bolivian culture. Shared room homestay accommodation and residence accommodation is also available upon request.
Transfers: for students arriving at Sucre Airport, we can arrange for you to be met by your homestay host, or a representative from the school, and taken to your accommodation. This service costs £20.
School closure: 1 Jan, 21/22 Feb, 5 Apr, 1/25 May, 11 Jun, 6 Aug and 2 Oct 2012. The school will be closed on these public holidays and will also close for the festive period on 17 Dec 2012, re-opening on 2 Jan 2013. No classes will be held on these dates. All missed classes will be rescheduled.
General and Combination Spanish Courses in Sucre
These courses are designed for those who wish to learn communicative Spanish skills, ideal for use in everyday life. Course fees include a placement test, course materials and certificate.
General Spanish Course
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Course duration: |
1+ weeks |
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Consists of: |
20 group lessons per week |
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Also includes: |
single room, half board homestay accommodation |
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(breakfast + lunch) including weekly laundry |
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Class timetable: |
08.15 - 12.15 or 14.20 - 18.30 (Mon-Fri) |
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exact timetable confirmed on arrival |
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Lesson duration: |
55 minutes |
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Maximum class size: |
5 students |
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Minimum language level: |
beginner |
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Minimum age: |
18 years |
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Cost: |
1 week £275 / 2 weeks £460 / 3 weeks £665 / 4 weeks £870 |
Combination Spanish Course
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Course duration: |
1+ weeks |
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Consists of: |
20 group + 10 individual lessons per week |
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Also includes: |
single room, half board homestay accommodation |
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(breakfast + lunch) including weekly laundry |
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Class timetable: |
08.15 - 12.15 and 14.30 - 16.30 (Mon-Fri) |
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Lesson duration: |
55 minutes |
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Maximum class size: |
5 students (group) / 1 student (individual) |
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Minimum language level: |
beginner |
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Minimum age: |
18 years |
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Cost: |
1 week £370 / 2 weeks £680 / 3 weeks £990 / 4 weeks £1,300 |
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Individual Spanish Course in Sucre
One-to-one tuition is ideal for those who would like intensive learning or those who wish to focus on specific topics as lesson content can be tailored to each individual's needs.
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Course duration: |
1+ weeks |
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Consists of: |
20 individual lessons per week |
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Also includes: |
single room, half board homestay accommodation |
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(breakfast + lunch) including weekly laundry |
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Class timetable: |
08.15 - 12.15 or 14.20 - 18.30 (Mon-Fri) |
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exact timetable confirmed at time of booking |
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Lesson duration: |
55 minutes |
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Maximum class size: |
1 student |
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Minimum language level: |
beginner |
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Minimum age: |
18 years |
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Cost: |
1 week £335 / 2 weeks £615 / 3 weeks £895 / 4 weeks £1,175 |
2012 Start dates (for all levels):
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Active Spanish Course in Sucre
This course is aimed at those who wish to combine their Spanish lessons with some cultural practice outside of the classroom. Students can choose between group or individual Spanish tuition to combine with their ‘active learning' which includes fun, cultural activities and excursions, with their teacher or a guide. The programme varies throughout the year, but will usually include visits to museums, cathedral, markets, etc. All transport and entrance costs are included.
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Course duration: |
1+ weeks |
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Consists of: |
20 group or individual lessons per week |
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+ 5 private activities/excursions per week |
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Also includes: |
single room, half board homestay accommodation |
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(breakfast + lunch) including weekly laundry |
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Class timetable: |
08.15 - 12.15 or 14.20 - 18.30 (Mon-Fri) |
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exact timetable confirmed on arrival |
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Lesson duration: |
55 minutes |
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Maximum class size: |
5 students (group) / 1 student (individual) |
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Minimum language level: |
beginner |
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Minimum age: |
18 years |
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Cost: |
with group Spanish: 1 week £485 / 2 weeks £910 |
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3 weeks £1,335 / 4 weeks £1,760 |
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with individual Spanish: 1 week £550 / 2 weeks £1,045 |
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3 weeks £1,540 / 4 weeks £2,035 |
2012 Start dates (for all levels):
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Spanish Immersion Course in Sucre
This course is aimed at those who want an intensive form of learning as 40 hours per week is a very full timetable for language tuition. It combines group classes and individual classes, including 5 lunches with your teacher. This course is not for the faint hearted but is a great way to improve quickly!
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Course duration: |
1+ weeks |
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Consists of: |
20 group + 20 individual lessons per week |
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+ 5 lunches with the teacher per week |
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Also includes: |
single room, half board homestay accommodation |
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+ weekly laundry |
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Class timetable: |
08.15 - 12.15 and 14.30 - 18.30 |
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Lesson duration: |
55 minutes |
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Maximum class size: |
5 students (group) / 1 student (individual) |
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Minimum language level: |
beginner |
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Minimum age: |
18 years |
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Cost: |
1 week £575 / 2 weeks £1,100 |
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3 weeks £1,625 / 4 weeks £2,150 |
2012 Start dates (for all levels):
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Spanish + Flavours of the Andes in Sucre
This course combines Spanish tuition with the opportunity to practise the language outside of the classroom whilst sampling some typical Bolivian cuisine with your teacher. Students can choose between homestay and residence accommodation.
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Course duration: |
1+ weeks |
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Consists of: |
20 group lessons per week |
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+ 5 lunches with the teacher per week |
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Also includes: |
single room, b&b homestay accommodation |
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+ lunch at weekends OR single room, self-catering residence |
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Class timetable: |
08.15 - 12.15 or 14.20 - 18.30 (Mon-Fri) |
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exact timetable confirmed on arrival |
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Lesson duration: |
55 minutes |
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Maximum class size: |
5 students |
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Minimum language level: |
beginner |
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Minimum age: |
18 years |
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Cost: |
with homestay accommodation: 1 week £400 / 2 weeks £750 |
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3 weeks £1,100 / 4 weeks £1,450 |
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with residence accommodation: 1 week £395 / 2 weeks £740 |
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3 weeks £1,085 / 4 weeks £1,430 |
2012 Start dates (for all levels):
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Discover Bolivia
This inclusive programme combines Spanish tuition, volunteer work and cultural trips to various areas of Bolivia and students may choose between the 3-week and 4-week options. Accommodation is included, in either local homestays or a student residence.
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Programme duration: |
3 or 4* weeks |
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Consists of: |
20 group Spanish lessons, volunteer work, |
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cultural trips, accommodation for duration of programme |
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Class timetable: |
morning or afternoon (Mon-Fri) |
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exact timetable confirmed on arrival |
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Lesson duration: |
55 minutes |
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Maximum class size: |
5 students |
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Minimum language level: |
beginner |
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Minimum age: |
18 years |
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Cost: |
3-week programme: £995 |
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4-week programme: £1,350 |
*4-WEEK PROG also includes: 2 nights in hotel in La Paz, return flight La Paz - Rurrenabaque - La Paz + airport transfers from/to hotel
Optional extras: pick-up Sucre £20 (upon arrival in Sucre, at the beginning of the programme) and the La Paz/Santa Cruz package cost 240 US$ (upon arrival in Bolivia (either from La Paz or Santa Cruz), before the start of the programme (includes: airport return transfer, 1 night in 5-star hotel + connecting flight from La Paz/Santa Cruz to Sucre)
2012 Start dates (for all levels)
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The programme begins on the first Sunday of every month, throughout the year: |
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2 Jan/ 5 Feb/ 4 Mar/ 1 Apr/ 6 May/ 3 Jun/ 5 Aug/ 2 Sep/ 7 Oct/ 4 Nov/ 2 Dec 2012 |
SAMPLE PROGRAMME
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1st week |
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2nd week |
Also included for participants on the 3-WEEK PROG:
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3rd week |
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For participants on the 3-WEEK PROG:
For participants on the 4-WEEK PROG:
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4th week (4-WEEK PROG ONLY) |
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If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact us by:
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Telephone: |
+44 (0)131 621 7721 |
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Spanish Courses in Sucre


