About the School
Speakeasy BCN was founded in 2001 and has since established itself as one of the leading language schools in Barcelona. The school is located in the Eixample district, just minutes from the main attractions. Accreditation by the Instituto Cervantes guarantees high teaching quality, and its status as an official DELE and SIELE exam center allows students to take international exams directly at the school. Speakeasy BCN is a member of the FEDELE federation, which brings together the best Spanish schools in Spain.
Programs and Formats
The school offers a variety of programs tailored to different goals and schedules:
- Intensive Spanish — 20 lessons per week, Monday to Friday, for rapid progress.
- Part-time Spanish — 10 lessons per week, for those combining study with work or travel.
- Evening Classes — evening classes for busy professionals.
- Private Lessons — one-on-one lessons with a teacher, fully customized to your pace and goals.
- Long-term Programs — extended courses (from 12 weeks) for deep immersion.
- Online Spanish Classes — the same programs, but in an online format via Zoom.
- DELE Preparation — specialized courses to prepare for the DELE exam.
- SIELE Preparation — preparation for the SIELE exam, which can be taken at the school.
All group classes are held in mini-groups of up to 8 people, ensuring maximum speaking practice.
Cost and What's Included
The cost of tuition depends on the program and intensity. Prices start from 119 USD per week for the Part-time course. Intensive courses cost more; please check with a manager for exact prices. The cost includes:
- Learning materials (some courses require purchasing a textbook).
- Certificate of completion (with at least 80% attendance).
- Access to the school's online platform.
- Free cultural activities (excursions, tapas evenings, etc.).
DELE and SIELE exams are paid separately.
Why Choose Speakeasy BCN
- Instituto Cervantes Accreditation — a guarantee of quality.
- DELE and SIELE Center — you can take the exam on-site.
- Mini-groups — maximum attention to each student.
- Flexible Schedule — you can start any Monday.
- Location — school in central Barcelona, near metro and attractions.
- Online Option — study from home if you cannot travel.
Things to Consider Before Choosing
- The school focuses on adults (18+), no children's courses.
- Prices are above the Spanish average due to location and accreditation.
- For long-term study (over 90 days), a visa may be required, and the application process can take time.
- Online classes follow the school's schedule (Spanish time), which may be inconvenient for other time zones.
- Intensive courses require high self-discipline and daily attendance.
