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At our Spanish language academy, we offer courses for every level, from complete beginners to advanced speakers. You can choose between full immersion courses, private tutoring, or a combination of both or custom make your package to better suit your needs. We even offer home-stay programs in quiet and pleasant environments close to our school. Our courses emphasize oral communication to achieve specific goals.

We offer our students two schools strategically located in the heart of downtown San José or in Guadalupe a short 15 minute bus ride from the capital. We pride ourselves on offering personal, courteous and timely attention to our students, and a warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere while maintaining an educational program that’s 100% professional.

Not only will you be learning Spanish, but you'll also be learning about Latin American culture. We’ll also be happy to arrange special tours so you can experience first-hand the exotic beauty of Costa Rica, also known as the “Switzerland of the Americas.” Be sure to ask about our special back-to-nature programs.

At New Learning Spanish School, we are proud of our teachers, all of whom are college graduates with extensive experience teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language. In addition to possessing formal credentials, all New Learning Spanish School personnel participate in an ongoing training program and we perform an extensive Quality Assurance program in order to keep up with the latest teaching techniques.

We guarantee our service. If you are not completely satisfied with our teaching methodology, or if we have not fulfilled your expectations after the 1st week with us, we will reimburse your money, only asking that you tell us where we went wrong. *restrictions apply. How are we so sure? How do we stand out above the many Spanish schools in the region? Keep reading, check out the testimonials of students, or contact us and we will be more than happy to assist you in any way possible.

Teaching staff
Our teachers have University degrees; they are selected on the basis of their teaching experience and their outgoing personalities. Our teachers are enthusiastic, qualified, and experienced. They provide a positive classroom environment that will make you feel comfortable. They are excellent at facilitating and eliciting conversations, and are Spanish experts for all your questions.

Methodology
Our methodology is based on the communicative approach, emphasizing listening, and speaking skills. Reading and writing skills are also taught depending on the learner's individual needs. The classes are well organized, and follow a daily lesson plan. Our goal is to enable you to communicate effectively in Spanish in real life, with hands on experience in daily situations that you will encounter during your stay in the country. Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to interact with locals in daily activities through organized class field trips and more, to better enhance the cultural background and learning of the local dialect.

Where we are
Our institutes are strategically placed in the heart of the Cost Rican public life allowing easy access to and from the Institutes.
Having Costa Rican beaches, mountains, National reserves and endless natural beauty within easy traveling distance as well as having convenient public transportation to Costa Rica's hot spots, it’s no wonder why we are the most sought after Spanish academy in the region!

Courses
We offer a wide variety of courses from intensive group programs to private tutoring. You can also change the number of hours or days, or customize a learning package to fit your needs. In addition to the standard packages we also provide the opportunity for students to take specialized courses in the following areas: Biology, Latin American Theology, Literature, Business, Medicine. These courses are designed to teach not only the Basic Spanish language but involve the technical vocabulary and contexts dependant on the area in which you want to specialize.

In general
We offer a program full of quality, at all stages; we work to ensure their satisfaction before the students arrive and while they are here.
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You’ll learn about the cultural aspects of Costa Rica.
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Conversation partners: Spanish native speakers who are willing to exchange conversation time. You can help them improve their English, and they’ll help you enhance your Spanish skills while you learn about Costa Rican life.
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You’ll enjoy personalized attention in classes that have a warm and friendly atmosphere.
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We know each of our host families, as gentle, honest, and responsible people. 
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We can organize tours and special field trips at reasonable prices.
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You will visit local sites with your classmates, to supplement classroom activities. 
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We offer activities, and cultural presentations.
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