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Cuenca |
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Located in the city center, the school is within walking distance
of the plazas, markets and the modern conveniences of the city.
The campus overlooks the beautiful Barranco River, providing
an excellent view while studying or just chatting with fellow
students in the school's garden. The building houses seven classrooms,
a comfortable study area, a library, and a video room. All of
the teachers hold a college degree or diploma, and are chosen
for their enthusiasm and commitment. Many have been teaching
at the school for years.
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Highlights |
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Location: Located in a two-story brick building in the city center overlooking the Barranco River. |
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Facilities: Two-story building • 7 classrooms • garden
• common room • library • video room. |
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Group Class Size: Maximum of 5 students. |
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Student Body: 25% of students are from Sweden, 18% from Germany,
10% from the USA, 6% from the UK, and 23% from other
countries. 43% are ages 20-30, 27% are 31-40, 12%
are 41-50, 15% are 51-60, 2% are 60+, and 1% are
under 20. |
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Cuenca |
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Activities and Excursions |
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In order to expose students to the natural beauty of Ecuador’s
landscape and culture, this school offers three full-day excursions
per month on Saturdays. These trips typically leave school at
9 a.m. and return at 5 p.m.
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Ingapirca
The most important archeological ruins in the country,
Ingapirca was the center of the Incan Empire in
Ecuador. Students can marvel at the advanced architectural
and astronomical technology of this ancient civilization.
You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into
the National Geographic Magazine!
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Gualaceo
and Chordeleg
These adjacent villages near Cuanca are famous for
their markets, jewelry, and handicrafts including
leather goods, woven shawls, and embroidery. In
addition to shopping for unique souvenirs to bring
home, students on this excursion can sample traditional
cuisine and visit the ethnographic museum in the
pre-Incan town of Chordeleg.
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Chorro
de Giron
Hike through the mountainous jungle and get spectacular
views of peaks, valleys, and exotic wildlife on
your way to the beautiful Chorro de Giron waterfall.
Only 30 miles (48 kilometers) from Cuenca, this
excursion is a wonderful way to explore the diverse
terrain of Ecuador on a day-trip from Cuenca.
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El
Cajas National Park
A picturesque mountain park in the highlands of
Ecuador, El Cajas is renowned for its biodiversity.
It boasts over 250 lakes and lagoons as well as
a wealth of wildlife, including condors, pumas,
toucans and tapirs. The park provides visitors with
excellent opportunities for hiking, horseback riding,
bird watching, and photography.
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Cuenca |
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One-To-One
Program
This course is aimed at professionals, teachers,
or university students who want to improve their
linguistic knowledge in the shortest time possible,
or who wish to reach a survival level in a few days.
The course is offered at all levels, from beginner
to expert/pre-bilingual, and is based on the skills
and professional or social needs of the student.
Work material can also be incorporated into the
course.
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the student’s individual needs dictate the
direction and focus of the class, this is a highly
efficient way to learn Spanish, especially on
a limited time schedule. |
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Tailored
Courses
The school also designs special courses for individuals
and groups with particular needs. Courses have been
arranged for universities, companies, international
organizations, primary and secondary schools, vocational
colleges, and others.
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Private Courses
Other special courses in Cuenca are available
as one-on-one training and prepare students for
the special requirements of a particular topic.
The main language goals of these courses are to
gain subject-specific vocabulary, confident language
skills, precise formulation of ideas and sentences,
and fluency in speech.
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Students
are encouraged to fine-tune the content of the course
with their teachers so that it fully meets their
needs. Popular choices for special courses have
been the following:
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 Business |
Medicine |
Journalism |
Engineering |
| Tourism |
Law |
Architecture |
And more... |
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Cuenca |
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It is easy to forget that you live in the 21st century when
you first visit Cuenca. Cobblestone streets, towering cathedrals,
and whitewashed buildings create an enchanting 18th-century
atmosphere that is unparalleled in all of Ecuador. Most of the
buildings have colonial architecture with colorful balconies,
and the city's numerous plazas and markets retain the charm
of the past.
Known as “the Athens of Ecuador,” Cuenca is also
the birthplace of many of the country’s notable writers,
philosophers, artists, and poets. Having preserved this legacy,
the city has become the cultural capital of the country and
recently earned recognition from UNESCO (United Nations Educational,
Scientific, & Cultural Organization) as a World Heritage
Trust Site.
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Three Good Reasons
to Study Spanish in Cuenca |
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Cuenca is Ecuador’s best-kept
secret. Its surrounding regions are rich in history,
with a colonial atmosphere that has survived thanks
to years of almost complete isolation. |
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This city is a great starting
point for exploring Ecuador. Students often spend
several days or weeks traveling through the Ecuadorian
Sierras, trekking through the Amazon, or relaxing
on the beaches. |
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In addition to its colonial mystique,
Cuenca also offers modern amenities such as Internet
cafés, contemporary shopping, and an exceptional
nightlife. |
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Cuenca Weather |
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Cuenca is located at 2,500 meters above
sea level and enjoys a relatively stable climate year-round.
Morning temperatures are around 42ºF (6ºC),
midday temperatures range from 62ºF (18ºC) to
75ºF (24ºC), and evening temperatures are around
53ºF (12ºC). The humidity is not consistent,
and the weather is very springlike with occasional showers
and midday sun. |
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Cuenca |
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Miriam Padilla
USA |
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was professional, welcoming and courteous. The teachers
were nice and everyone treated us like family, as they
were willing to help us in any way possible. The families
we stayed with were also great. We all got along extremely
well and shared a lot and had fun together. All in all,
the trip was wonderful. Thanks." |
Kurt Krumenacher
Switzerland |
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impressed by the school’s efficient service and high achievement
in teaching Spanish in Ecuador. The courses have been
totally positive experiences for all students." |
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Cuenca |
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| Course |
1 week |
2 weeks |
3 weeks |
4 weeks |
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| Immersion (40hrs/wk) |
$475.00 |
$915.00 |
$1355.00 |
$1795.00 |
$440.00 |
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| Private 4 (20 hrs/wk) |
$294.00 |
$553.00 |
$812.00 |
$1071.00 |
$259.00 |
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| Private 6 (30 hrs/wk) |
$375.00 |
$715.00 |
$1055.00 |
$1395.00 |
$340.00 |
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| Group (20hrs/wk) |
N/A |
$434.00 |
$604.00 |
$724.00 |
$155.00 |
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| Group + (20hrs/grp/wk + 10hrs/priv/wk) |
N/A |
$630.00 |
$898.00 |
$1116.00 |
$253.00 |
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| Course |
1 week |
2 weeks |
3 weeks |
4 weeks |
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Host Family |
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| Immersion (40hrs/wk) |
$635 |
$1235 |
$1835 |
$2435 |
$600 |
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| Private 4 (20 hrs/wk) |
$454 |
$873 |
$1292 |
$1711 |
$419 |
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| Private 6 (30 hrs/wk) |
$535 |
$1035 |
$1535 |
$2035 |
$500 |
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| Group (20hrs/wk) |
N/A |
$754 |
$1084 |
$1364 |
$315 |
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| Group + (20hrs/grp/wk + 10hrs/priv/wk) |
N/A |
$950 |
$1378 |
$1756 |
$413 |
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Hotel |
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| Immersion (40hrs/wk) |
$775 |
$1515 |
$2255 |
$2995 |
$740 |
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| Private 4 (20 hrs/wk) |
$594 |
$1153 |
$1712 |
$2271 |
$559 |
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| Private 6 (30 hrs/wk) |
$675 |
$1315 |
$1955 |
$2595 |
$640 |
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| Group (20hrs/wk) |
N/A |
$1034 |
$1504 |
$1924 |
$455 |
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| Group + (20hrs/grp/wk + 10hrs/priv/wk) |
N/A |
$1230 |
$1798 |
$2316 |
$553 |
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Private Apartment |
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| Immersion (40hrs/wk) |
$640 |
$1245 |
$1850 |
$2455 |
$605 |
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| Private 4 (20 hrs/wk) |
$459 |
$883 |
$1307 |
$1731 |
$424 |
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| Private 6 (30 hrs/wk) |
$540 |
$1045 |
$1550 |
$2055 |
$505 |
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| Group (20hrs/wk) |
N/A |
$764 |
$1099 |
$1384 |
$320 |
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| Group + (20hrs/grp/wk + 10hrs/priv/wk) |
N/A |
$960 |
$1393 |
$1776 |
$418 |
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| Notes |
 Price includes books.
Airport pickup from Cuenca costs $195 and requires flight to Quito/Guayaquil and Saturday night stay in Quito. The service includes: airport pickup from Quito, transfer and stay in Quito hotel, Sunday transfer to Quito airport, Quito-Cuenca ticket, pickup at Cuenca airport, and transfer to accommodation in Cuenca.
A class hour is 45 minutes.
Immersion classes do not include lunch with the instructor.
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