NRCSA: San Carlos de Bariloche - Spanish Language School

Teaching Spanish to foreigners is not just our job, but our passion. We have a solid history of language training, and were one of the first in Argentina to focus exclusively on the teaching of Spanish to foreigners. All teachers at the institute hold a University Degree in Education or Literature and have extensive experience in teaching Spanish to foreigners. This, accompanied by our solid internal structure, and small group class sizes allows us effectively instruct students of all levels in the Spanish Language. Our system of initial evaluation and the constant supervision ensures that each student participants in lessons which match their language abilities. Additionally, all of our group classes are taught in small class sizes to ensure that each student gets the most out of their lessons. Numerous corporations have used this institution for intensive language training. Additionally, we have academic affiliations with universities in various countries including the USA and Germany. Past students include: diplomats, business people, travelers, and youths from all over the world, and the average student age is 30 years old. PROGRAMS Standard Group -20 group lessons/week -50 minute classes -3-6 students per class Group + Tutorial -20 group lessons/week -3-6 students per class -8 private tutor lessons/week -50 minute classes Private Classes -20 hours of private classes/week -50 minute classes We recommend that students take advantage of the homestay option to practice Spanish and be exposed to local culture. Middle class families are carefully selected and provide each student with a private room. Do not assume that you are too old for a homestay as many of our students are older than their host "parents". For many of our students, their homestay is one of the most rewarding experience. The host families are carefully selected. Do not forget to specify on the registration form any dietary requirements, allergies, smoker / nonsmoker, etc., as well as any other preferences. The accommodations coordinator of each school, always at the students' disposal, can change your family accommodation if the need arises. Most families are within 20-25 minutes walking distance to school. In the event that the homestay is farther away, students can use public transportation (subway or bus), the ride being approximately 12-15 minutes. Laundry is not included in family accommodations. One of the most popular housing option is the shared apartment, where you will live with other students. No meal plan is available with the shared apartments, however you have kitchen access to prepare your own meals. The rooms are furnished with bedding provided. The bathroom and kitchen are communal. Students should bring their own towels. Furthermore, cooperation with other students is necessary as the common areas are maintained only once per week. Most of the apartments are 20-25 minutes away by public transportation. Keys will be given to the student upon arrival on the Sunday afternoon before classes begin.