La Lengua - Spanish language school in Quito, Ecuador |
1 - Language School Overview :
La Lengua offers a 4 separate one-week programs which showcase 4 completely distinct environments for learning Spanish, touring the country and experiencing Ecuadorian culture. Clients can design their own tour incorporating one or up to all four programs. The one-week programs are summarized below:
Quito: Ecuador´s capital city at an altitude of 9,200 feet above sea level in the heart of the Andes Mountain Range. Here one enjoys spectacular mountain scenery, and, from Quito, numerous day-trips and weekend excursions to Incan Ruins, snow-capped volcanoes, crater lakes, volcanic thermal springs, and cloud forest among other unique attractions.
Otavalo (Sierra): Located in the Province of Imbabura, Otavalo is Ecuador´s most renowned Indigenous town famous for its fabulous Indian Markets of textiles, jewelry, leather goods and hand-made crafts. Here one can experience Indigenous Ecuadorian culture at its best while also enjoying the breath-taking natural scenery surrounding the area providing wonderful hikes where one can observe the unique flora and fauna of the region.
Yarina Lodge, Coca (Jungle): Located in the Province of Orellana in the heart of the Amazon Jungle, Yarina Lodge is a one hour canoe ride on the rivers Napo and Manduro from the town of Coca. Here one discovers the mysteries of the Virgin Rainforest with its incredibly diverse flora and fauna. With a local guide, one learns about the various uses of the numerous tropical, medicinal plants as well as visit local houses providing a unique first-hand cultural experience.
Puerto López (Coast): Located in the Province of Manabí, Puerto López is a 12 hour bus ride from Quito. Puerto López is within Machalilla National Park and offers incredible natural and cultural excursions such as:
• Isla de la Plata a.k.a. Poor Man´s Galapagos,
• Agua Blanca were the now extinct Mañtena culture once lived,
• Los Frailes Volcanic Black Sand Beach which is excellent for tide-pooling,
cave exploration, diving and snorkeling,
• Humpback Whale Watching (June through September)
2 - Location :
At LA LENGUA, we have been helping people to learn Spanish for more than 11 years. One student - one teacher approach to teaching ensures that our private classes are individually tailored to meet each student’s needs, and teachers are university-trained to teach Spanish as a second language to foreigners. LA LENGUA is located in the heart of Quito/Ecuador in the modern business district, close to all tourist amenities.
Distance to City Center :
4 km
Distance to nearest metro / bus station :
1 km
Distance to Airport :
4 km to Mariscal Sucre
Public Transport access by :
Bus
3 - Teaching :
Minimum age of student :
10
Maximum Number of Students per class :
5 Students
Average Number of Students per class :
1 Students
Lesson duration :
60 minutes
Lessons Focus :
practical situations
Levels of learning :
beginner
4 - CSN, Bildungsurlaub, University Credits:
5 - Accreditations :
6 - Example Courses:
| Course |
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Maximum duration |
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| Standard |
4 Weeks |
12 Weeks |
| Business |
1 Weeks |
12 Weeks |
| Intensive |
2 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
| Longterm |
1 Weeks |
12 Weeks |
| Literatura |
2 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
| Historia |
2 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
| Economia Politica |
2 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
| Arte |
2 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
| Bailes tropicales |
1 Weeks |
1 Weeks |
| Derecho |
2 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
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8 - Facilities :
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| Number of classrooms : 10 |
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10 - Price Example :
Language Course :
Intensive Course , 2 Weeks , 25 Lessons / Weeks
Price Language Course
240 Euro €
Accommodation :
Host Family , Single Room
Price Accommodation :
210 Euro €
11 - School Contact Details:
Address :
Colon 1001 y Juan Leon Mera piso 8 Puerto Lopez Manabi
Zip / Postal Code :
17079519 Quito - Ecu
Contact person :
Ligia Perez
Important : Please note that the information on this profile is provided by the school and is for general information pruposes only. All data is subject to change and error and must be confirmed directly with the school.