Academia Contacto - Spanish language school in Madrid, Spain

Our linguistic and cultural centre is situated in a historic building in the heart of Madrid, in immediate vicinity of the most interesting points of the city, such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Palacio Real. Our modern classrooms have a friendly atmosphere and excellent technical equipment, both of which are essential for achieving effective learning. Our library, with its newspapers, magazines, books and computers offering free internet access, is the favourite meeting place of all the students who use it to study, read and relax. Even after the lessons are over, the school is still full of life as we organize various activities on our premises such as talks on regional or contemporary topics, film shows, art exhibitions, cooking workshops, etc. Our committed team consists of qualified native speakers who have considerable experience in working with foreign students. They know how to pass on their motivation and their enthusiasm to their pupils, which enables the latter to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture in a cordial and creative atmosphere. Our students come from Europe (60%), America and Australia (30%), Asia and Africa (10%) and are usually university students or young professionals. Their ages range from 19-30 (60%), 30-40 (30%), over 40 (10%).

You too will be seduced by Madrid. Just like us. Since its early days, people have come from all regions of Spain to settle in Madrid, thereby enriching the city with their own cultural traditions. However it was especially in the 20th century that the Spanish capital attracted people from all over the world, converting itself into an international metropolis where no one feels a stranger. Artists, writers and fashion designers have taken up residence in Madrid after finding here the inspiration necessary to their creative work. Madrid is world-famous for its old cafés, cosy tapas bars and restaurants brimming over with life day and night. Visit the small, traditional shops which have preserved the atmosphere of bygone days with their nostalgic interiors! The wide variety of cultural venues - from concert halls and opera houses to theatres and museums of world esteem - as well as the architectural splendour of past centuries ensure that tourists from all over the world keep returning to Madrid not only to explore new places but also to revisit their favourite haunts. Its large, well-kept parks, in which the Madrid inhabitant takes a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and its sunny squares with Mediterranean charm are welcome places to stroll and relax body and soul. A visit to Madrid is a must for any traveller who wishes to meet authentic Spanish culture and experience the zest for life of the Spanish people.. ... exactly the right city in which to learn Spanish.

Course	Minimum duration	Maximum duration
Intensive	1 Weeks	12 Weeks
Longterm	1 Weeks	>20 Weeks
Standard	1 Weeks	>20 Weeks
One to one	1 Weeks	>20 Weeks

Host Family
Shared Flat
Student residence on campus
Student Residence off campus
Hotel

Facility	Free Access	Available at Extra Cost
Library
PC
Internet
Cafeteria
airport
Number of classrooms : 5

	organised by school	possible near school	distance in km
Excursions
Golf			4 Km
Sailing			20 Km
Parties
Cinema/Theatre
Volleyball			4 Km
Football			2 Km
Handball			4 Km
Tennis			2 Km
Skiing			45 Km
Climbing			45 Km
Hiking
Horse riding			35 Km
Cookery classes
Dance classes			2 Km
Music classes			1 Km
Arts and Crafts			1 Km