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Course description

The Group Course of 24 lessons is ideal for enhancing language skills through immersion in
city life! This course is perfect for students who want extra time in a group setting to
practice their language abilities. Participants will join the same groups as those in the
20-lesson option but will benefit from an additional 4 hours of class per week for extra
practice.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration

1-52 weeks

Start dates

Every Monday

Classes per week

24 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)

Class days

Monday - Friday

School holidays

25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 11 Sep 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025

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 Barcelona.

Class size

Average	9 students
Maximum	12 students

Student age

Age range	30 - 99 years old
Average	38 years old

Certificate

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

School description

Expanish Barcelona 30+ is the first Spanish school in the world to offer programming exclusively to students who are 30 years and older. The school also offers and exclusive activity program with 4 free activities each week, 2 of which are just for 30+ students.

The school was renovated in May 2022, making the facilities brand new.e school has 7 large and bright classrooms with a student common area at the center.

Year opened

2022

Number of classrooms

Accreditations

Facilities

Cultural Trips
Studying Area
Free Internet
Social Activities
Wireless Internet

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 Barcelona 30+ varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 38. In the summer, the average age is 38.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Germany

20%

Brazil

14%

France

USA

Italy

Netherlands

Other

35%

School holidays

Open dates

Year round

School holidays

25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 11 Sep 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025

School location

The school is located in the neighborhood of Eixample, on the same block as our other school for younger students. It is 1 block from the nearest subway station, 20 minutes walking to Sagrada Familia and just 15 minutes via bus to the beach!

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reviews

Reviews

100% recommend

based on 3 reviews

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"I have special needs for my billing due to reimboursement. Great if they could be accomodated"

Poul Fritz Kjaer, student from Denmark

all perfect except that I have still not recieved my certificates of attention three weeks after. Unfortunate as I need them for reimboursement purposes.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching

School facilities

Social activities

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Date of study

15 Jul 2024 - 19 Jul 2024

Would you recommend this school?

Yes

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"It was an excellent experience and a great start to my travel in Spain"

Tam Le, student from USA

Small classroom size no more than 8. Very interactive which is a great way to learn and practice and utilize what you in the real world immediately. Great convenient location. Amazing teacher and staffs. I got sick. December is a cold month in Spain. But I would do it again.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching

School facilities

Social activities

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Housing

Duration of study

1 week

Date of study

18 Dec 2023 - 29 Dec 2023

Would you recommend this school?

Yes

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Lidia, Admissions Manager at Expanish Barcelona 30+ responded to this review.
12 July 2024

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you appreciated our small class sizes, interactive learning environment, and convenient location. It's wonderful to know that our teachers and staff left a positive impression on you.

We're sorry to hear that you got sick during your stay, but it's great to know that despite this, you had a positive experience and would do it again. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

"Profesional teachers, good atmosphere and nice activities"

R. van Veen, student from Netherlands

In general everything was nice.
I liked the way of teaching and all students were determined to study seriously.
I was in 30+ class.

I am not able to tell anything about housing because I had found accomodation by myself.
I only took one week of classes, and therefore I
think that it would have been better for me to take private classes

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My ratings for this school

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School facilities

Social activities

School location

Date of study

12 Jun 2023 - 16 Jun 2023

Would you recommend this school?

Yes

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Murphy Scott, Manager at Expanish Barcelona 30+ responded to this review.
06 July 2023

We are glad you enjoyed your week of study! You are welcome to return in the future and try out private lessons to see which is a better fit ;).

housing

Housing

Expanish Barcelona 30+ offers the following housing types:

Homestay » Student residence » Apartment »

homestay

Homestay

Housing fees

Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Barcelona. These homes are often between 5 - 35 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

294 €

weekly

Age range: 16 years old and older

Location: In the city center of Barcelona

Housing type: Homestay

Room type: 2-person shared room

Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)

Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, and heating

Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM

Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM

Restriction: 2 students must book together

294 €

A homestay is the best way to practice Spanish at home and facilitate language learning outside of the class. Two students travelling together can share a double bedroom and shared bathroom in this option. Breakfast and dinner are included every day and meals are the best time to practice speaking with hosts. Our homestays are located in the best neighborhoods in the city at a maximum distance of 35 minutes to the school.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

330 €

weekly

Age range: 16 years old and older

Location: In the city center of Barcelona

Housing type: Homestay

Room type: Single-person room

Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)

Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, and heating

Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM

Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM

330 €

A homestay is the best way to practice Spanish at home and facilitate language learning outside of the class. Students will receive a private bedroom and shared bathroom in this option. Breakfast and dinner are included every day and meals are the best time to practice speaking with hosts. Our homestays are located in the best neighborhoods in the city at a maximum distance of 35 minutes to the school.

student-residence

Student residence

Housing fees

Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation

Yugo Garbi Student Residence (off-campus) - Single-person room - No meals

439 €

weekly

Age range: 18 years old and older

Address: Carrer de Viriat, 37, Barcelona 08014, Spain

Location: In the city center of Barcelona

Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)

Room type: Single-person room

Board type: No meals

Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and sports facilities

Distance to school: 12 minutes by train or subway

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, anytime

Check-out: Saturday, anytime

439 €

The Yugo Garbi Student Residence is a great option to live in a social atmosphere while having a private space. Student will have a private bedroom with a private, en-suite bathroom and a kitchenette (sink, mini-fridge, microwave). The room does not have access to a kitchen but students can purchase meals in the cafeteria (separate cost).

apartment

Apartment

Housing fees

It is possible to live in a rented apartment during your study in Barcelona, but this tends to be more expensive. Expanish Barcelona 30+ provides some assistance with apartment rentals or you can rent an apartment on your own. Learn more about apartment housing

Student shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals - 2 students must book together

222 €

weekly

Age range: 18 - 29 years old

Location: In the city center of Barcelona

Housing type: Shared apartment

Room type: 2-person shared room

Board type: No meals

Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating

Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM

Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM

Restriction: 2 students must book together

222 €

Students looking for an independent housing option can select a Shared Apartment. Two students travelling together can select a double bedroom and they will have a shared bathroom. Each apartment is self-catering and has a fully-equipped kitchen for students to prepare their own meals. Apartments are located in the best neighborhoods in the city and up to 35 minutes to the school.

Ssheets and towels are included.

Student Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

312 €

weekly

Age range: 18 - 39 years old

Location: In the city center of Barcelona

Housing type: Shared apartment

Room type: Single-person room

Board type: No meals

Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating

Distance to school: 5 - 35 minutes by train or subway

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM

Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM

312 €

Students looking for an independent housing option can select a Student Shared Apartment. Each student will have a private bedroom and shared bathrooms. Each apartment is self-catering and has a fully-equipped kitchen for students to prepare their own meals.

Sheets and towels are included.

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 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 Barcelona 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 »

Questions and answers

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Group Course - 24 Lessons

Course description

Course topics

Class schedule

Class level

Class size

Student age

Certificate

School description

Accreditations

Facilities

Teacher qualifications

Nationality and age mix

School holidays

School location

Photos

Reviews

100% recommend

"I have special needs for my billing due to reimboursement. Great if they could be accomodated"

My ratings for this school

"It was an excellent experience and a great start to my travel in Spain"

My ratings for this school

"Profesional teachers, good atmosphere and nice activities"

My ratings for this school

Housing

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

Yugo Garbi Student Residence (off-campus) - Single-person room - No meals

Student shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals - 2 students must book together

Student Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

Visa support

Flights and airport transfer

Travel insurance

Questions and answers

Group Course - 24 Lessons

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