Learn Spanish in Cuenca, Ecuador
The school is located between the new and the old part of the city, so it is the perfect starting point to get around it. The wood details and large windows overlooking the Tomebamba River of our early 20th century brick building, allows us to see hummingbirds approaching flowers from time to time. Each of our six spacious and comfortable classrooms are designed to cater to our small groups.
Our staff is at the disposal of students at all times, to assist them with any queries, not only from a language wise, but on any topic. A coffee maker with aromatic Ecuadorian coffee and a kettle with local herbal tea is also available. The school has WI-FI in all its spaces, even in the small outdoor garden. We always share information about weekly activities and everything that goes on in the city. The activities that we carry out at the school and outside are really fun.
It is a general Spanish course of 20 lessons per week.
This course is a combination of an Intensive Course (20 lessons) + 5 or 10 One-to-One lessons per week.
One-to-One lessons are taught on an individual basis and may be adapted to the needs of the student.
One-to-One lessons are taught on an individual basis online via SKYPE and may be adapted to the needs of the student.
This 2-week program combines Spanish classes plus eight days travelling through the mountains and the coasts of Ecuador. During the first week, Estudio Sampere Cuenca School offers an intensive course and visits to local attractions. The second week consists of a travel combining classes with adventure in Ecuador a visit from the mountains in the heart of the Andes, to the warm Pacific coast and back to Quito to visit some of the attractions of this gorgeous city.
Students may choose to undertake volunteer work in several places. Estudio Sampere collaborates with social welfare institutions that work with children, seniors or people at risk. “SALUD”
This Spanish immersion course is aimed at students of health related professions and includes:A 4-week intensive Spanish Course (20 group lessons per week). 3-week of 5 One-to-One Medical Spanish vocabulary lessons. Introductory lessons to Ecuadorian medical system and visit to medical facilities both public and private. 2 weeks of Doctor shadowing in a medical institution.
"The school offers a wide range of leisure activities .. and the attractions and bars are all within walking distance from the school. Cuenca is a green city with a beautiful old town."
Estudio Sampere inspects all accommodations and selects them based on their good value, cleanliness, reliability, facilities and location. We have direct management of the accommodation, avoiding any intermediary. Our accommodation team will go above and beyond to find the best option for you, based on your needs and preferences.
Our team will advise you and assist you, should you have questions on the geographical situation of the area that you will be staying at, getting to school, communicating with your host family or the owner of the apartment, living with other international students, and particularly with Spanish speakers, as well as on their traditions and customs, gastronomy, and your food preferences. The idea is to adapt everything to your daily habits, so that you feel like home.
Cuenca is a city designed for walking, and there’s no better place to start a stroll than from the school to Calle Larga, which its numerous museums, small restaurants and hotels, traditional bakeries and artisan workshops. The city center is another option, located only 500 meters from the school. If you are interested in doing some shopping, practicing sports, going to the movies, or even attending a football match, a short walk is all you need to reach the new part of the city. This district maintains many traditional features, but amidst a growing cosmopolitan and varied offer.
With a history that goes back thousands of years, from the pre-Columbian to the colonial and the Republican eras, Cuenca is considered the most beautiful city of Ecuador by tourists. Its diversity manifests itself in its multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites designations, the historic center, the Camino del Inca, or Qhapaq Ñan, and the recognition to the weavers of Panama hats. El Cajas, located nearby, houses one of the most important wetlands of the Andes.
Bespoke programs for groups, universities, institutions, high schools and companies such as Credit hours for Universities, Work Experience preparation for school groups, Erasmus+ among many others.
Our company has more than 40 years of experience in the field of translation and interpretation services.
To find out more about this school or to book a course, contact the School today.