Intensive Spanish Program 27hrs

Rancho de Español Language School

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Temas de los cursos

Escucha, hablando, pronunciación, lectura, escritura, vocabulario, gramática y actividades

Horario del curso

Duración del curso
1-52 semanas
Fechas de inicio
Cada lunes
Clases a la semana
27 lessons per week (cada lección dura 60 minutos)
Días de clases
lunes - viernes

Horario de curso

Sesión de la mañana
08:00 - 10:00
Descanso
10:00 - 10:30
Sesión de la mañana
10:30 - 12:30
Comida
12:30 - 14:00
Sesión de la tarde
14:00 - 15:30

Horario de clases está sujeto a cambio dependiendo de la disponibilidad y temporada.

Descripción del curso

The Program

At Rancho de Español we use the most efficient program to learn Spanish which is the communicative method which emphasizes conversation without neglecting grammar area.

5.5 hours every day of spanish Instuction. 4 hours in the morning and 1 1/2 hours of only conversational spanish practice in the afternoon!

We feel that it’s necessary to teach grammar since is such an important aspect to help each and every student achieve greater skills, so that the student can communicate effectively in Spanish. We also believe that teaching grammar must be fun in order for the student to learn easier and faster. The communicative method that we promote in our classroom introduces Spanish grammar to our students little by little, and we reinforce the grammar through live examples and through conversation. All of our teachers are native Costa Ricans.

Instruction is entirely in Spanish, and each week a specific grammatical sequence is presented. Our instructors are skilled in blending conversation with grammar to meet the individual needs of the group members. We try to make learning grammar fun.

Some of our teachers can communicate in English as well as Spanish, however be aware that they only speak English when it becomes necessary to translate a Spanish phrase or word. We emphasize speaking Spanish at all times. However we have professionals in our school that can help with anything you need, in English if necessary.

We have been teaching for many years, which means that we provide our teachers with great amounts of teaching materials that can make the process of learning Spanish easier for the foreign students. We provide our teachers with materials such as bilingual flash cards, posters, audiotapes, Costa Rican newspaper articles that enhance great discussions, and also a video room to enhance your Spanish knowledge. In our classrooms we use newspaper articles to discuss current events, cultural activities and worldwide news, all in Spanish.

This exercise provides the students with an opportunity to broaden their vocabulary and become part of a Spanish-speaking society, as in real life.

At Rancho de Español we are really serious about making your learning process and your stay successful and quite enjoyable.

Small, homogenous groups are formed, maximum four students per group. Students will have a new instructor every two weeks of the program, to give them the opportunity of listening to different accents. Frequently, they will be moved from one group to another during the program to maintain smooth functioning and maximize individual progress.

Programs run from one week to the length of time you want, depending on your objective. If the goal is to survive in a Spanish speaking country we recommend a four week immersion course. If your goal is to speak Spanish more fluently, then we recommend an eight or twelve week program.

Nivel del curso

Todos los niveles, principiante a avanzado
Tomará un examen de competencia el primer día para determinar su nivel. También se puede hacer este examen antes que llegue a Alajuela

Tasa de la clase

Medio 4 estudiantes
Máximo 4 estudiantes

Edad de estudiante

Rango de edades 14 años y mayores
Medio 21 años
(23 en el verano)

Certificado

Un certificado de finalización se presenta al final del curso.
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Opiniones

100% de los estudiantes lo recomiendan

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"Excellent teacher, delicious food, very comfortable accommodations"

Paula MacKenzie, estudiante de EE.UU

My teacher, Lourdes, was fantastic! I learned so much from her. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff at El Rancho were very nice and welcoming. My room was huge and very comfortable. I didn’t like the location of the school however. I couldn’t go walking as the cars drive like crazy and there were no sidewalks.

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Duración del estudio
1 semana
Fecha de estudio
17 Apr 2023 - 28 Apr 2023
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Éste es una opinión comprobado. El estudiante que escribió esta opinión compró el curso en esta escuela con Language International.

"Worn out, but wonderful"

Larry Letzer, estudiante de EE.UU

The classes were one on one with a very talented and caring teacher. It was totally a Spanish immersion course. No English was spoken unless after three attempts to make me understand a phrase or concept, she would give the answer in English. The class room was on a private "finca" with classes in little screened-in huts large enough for four people. There was a chalk board, four chairs, and the sound of a river rushing just beneath our classroom. My class ran from 8-10 with a half-hour break, then 10:30 to noon. Walked the 300 meters to my house for lunch then back to school at 1:30 until three PM. This was 5 days a week.

There were no activities as I was the only student in the school. However, the parents of my host family were my age and took me on a two day excursion to a resort on my weekend there. The parents and the host family were fabulous. I now consider them to be close friends. In the house which is very modern, I had a private room and a private bath. (Cold water only) It was like being in the Army again. Deja Vu. The school did offer me some tours on the weekend, but I had a friend who lives there and wanted to spend the time with him and his family.

The host family lived right next door to the woman's parents and were so accommodating. They made me feel as part of the family.

The location of the school requires one to take a bus or taxi to the city (Alejuela) which is about 20 miles away. It is very conducive for learning, but to get anywhere one either has to walk nearly a mile to the nearest restaurant or take a bus or taxi. I became ill one day and Manuel, the school director drove me to a pharmacy to have my blood pressure taken. It was normal and they said I was dehydrated. I bought some Gatorade and Manuel bought me a couple of coconuts to drink the milk. 30 minutes later, I was fine.

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Duración del estudio
1 semana
Fecha de estudio
3 Nov 2014 - 14 Nov 2014
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Manuel González, School Director at Rancho de Español Language School responded to this review.
14 April 2015

Hi Larry,

Thank you for sending your kind words! We truly appreciate it when customers take time out of their busy days to provide us with some open and honest feedback about our products and services.

Once again, thank you for taking the time to let us know how you feel about our services. We appreciate your visit and truly love to work in order to make your experience as pleasant as possible.

Best regards,

Manuel González
Director

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Alojamiento

El Rancho ofrece los siguientes tipos de alojamiento:
homestay

Casa de familia - Habitación individual - Desayuno, almuerzo y cena

$210
semanal

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Rango de edades: 3 años y mayores
Emplazamiento: Outside the city center of Alajuela
Tipo de alojamiento: Casa de familia
Tipo de habitación: Habitación individual
Régimen de comidas: Desayuno, almuerzo y cena (21 comidas por semana)
Instalaciones : Lavandería, sala de TV, y supervisión 24/7
Distancia a la escuela: 5 - 15 minutos en caminata
Disponibilidad: enero - diciembre
Día de llegada: domingo, en cualquier momento
Día de salida: sábado, antes de las 12:00
$210
HOSTFAMILY

Many students and their parents wonder, "what is a home stay?", "what kind of home?", "what kind of people?", "where are these homes?". You will actually stay in their living quarters and can become a part of the family. Their homes are clean and ordinary. These are Costa Rican families who truly welcome you. They will do everything in their power to please you.

There is hardly any English spoken but you will learn your Spanish much faster when there is no other choice. It becomes fun and a challenge. Costa Rican food is delicious and there is always the smell of good cooking and coffee. This family cooks three meals a day that is if you are hungry. At first three meals might seem like a lot of food but around two days later when class is almost over you will be looking forward to those meals.

Usually you will walk to the school , which is within the area. The entire area of Guácima is within walking distance. When you start out in the morning, it is a pure delight. Everyone greets you, "Buenos días" even though they have never seen or met you before. It is the right thing to replay, "Buenos Días". You will note that people in Costa Rica work hard with difficult circumstances but still manage to greet you with a sincere smile and a kind word. As you continue your stroll towards the school you can take note of some beautiful white cows with long floppy ears.

At the end of your stay, you will become quite attached to your "Costa Rican family". However if you are not pleased, then changes could be made. Everyone's culture is different and the best method in learning a language is to learn the culture. You will receive these valuable assets with your host family at Rancho de Español.
apartment

Apartamento - Habitación compartida para 2 personas - Desayuno

$250
semanal

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - Breakfast - 2 students must book together

Rango de edades: 14 años y mayores
Dirección: 500 metros norte de Super La Venus., Alajuelaa, Alajuela 00000, Costa Rica
Emplazamiento: Outside the city center of Alajuela
Tipo de alojamiento: Piso compartido
Tipo de habitación: Habitación compartida para 2 personas
Régimen de comidas: Desayuno (7 comidas por semana)
Instalaciones : Baño privado, lavandería, computadoras, internet Wi-Fi, internet gratis, sala de TV, madera, aire acondicionado, supervisión 24/7, jardín, instalaciones deportivas, y otro
Distancia a la escuela: 1 minutos en caminata
Disponibilidad: enero - diciembre
Día de llegada: domingo, en cualquier momento
Día de salida: sábado, antes de las 12:00
Restriccion: 2 estudiantes deben registrarse juntos
$250
''LODGING APARTMENTS''

''When you arrive in Costa Rica, the last thing you need to worry about is transportation to your destination, because a representative of Rancho de Español will meet you at the airport. You are then taken to the apartment or to your host family.''

''ON CAMPUS''

''For your convenience and if you prefer more privacy, the school offers fully furnished, single, double and for families, apartments on the school campus with a swimming pool in the backyard, and surrounded by beautiful gardens.''

''There you will be able to prepare your own meals, or if you still want to interact with a native family, we can arrange your three meals at a nearby home.''

''ALSO! If you want to travel throughout Costa Rica, without taking Spanish classes, and want to have a clean, safe and very good located place to relax and meet with relatives or other friends, this is the right place!''

''APARTMENTS AT EL RANCHO''

''Apartments with:
Cable TV
Kitchenettes
Air Condition A/C
Green Areas with:
Swimming pool
Volleyball field
Tropical gardens
Secured parking
BBQ
Facilities:
Right on the campus
Restaurant El Crisol
Laundry service
Tours and rental cars
Reading lounge
Fax available
WiFi
Others:
WE ALSO WELCOME AND LODGE LARGE GROUPS''

Apartamento - Habitación individual - Desayuno, almuerzo y cena

$420
semanal

Private apartment - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Rango de edades: 14 años y mayores
Dirección: Guacima Arriba 500 metros norte de Super La Venus., Alajuela, Alajuela 215-4005 Belén, Heredia, Costa Rica
Emplazamiento: Outside the city center of Alajuela
Tipo de alojamiento: Apartamento privado
Tipo de habitación: Habitación individual
Régimen de comidas: Desayuno, almuerzo y cena (21 comidas por semana)
Instalaciones : Baño privado, lavandería, internet Wi-Fi, internet gratis, sala de TV, aire acondicionado, supervisión 24/7, jardín, instalaciones deportivas, y otro
Distancia a la escuela: 1 minutos en caminata
Disponibilidad: enero - diciembre
Día de llegada: domingo, en cualquier momento
Día de salida: sábado, antes de las 12:00
$420
LODGING

APARTMENTS

When you arrive in Costa Rica, the last thing you need to worry about is transportation to your destination, because a representative of Rancho de Español will meet you at the airport. You are then taken to the apartment or to your host family.

ON CAMPUS
For your convenience and if you prefer more privacy, the school offers fully furnished, single, double and for families, apartments on the school campus with a swimming pool in the backyard, and surrounded by beautiful gardens.

There you will be able to prepare your own meals, or if you still want to interact with a native family, we can arrange your three meals at a nearby home.

ALSO! If you want to travel throughout Costa Rica, without taking Spanish classes, and want to have a clean, safe and very good located place to relax and meet with relatives or other friends, this is the right place!

APARTMENTS EL RANCHO
Apartments with:
Cable TV
Kitchenettes
Air Condition A/C
Green Areas with:
Swimming pool
Volleyball field
Tropical gardens
Secured parking
BBQ
Facilities:
Right on the campus
Restaurant El Crisol
Laundry service
Tours and rental cars
Reading lounge
Fax available
WiFi
Others:
WE ALSO WELCOME AND LODGE LARGE GROUPS
visa

Apoyo para visas

La escuela no puede realizar el proceso de aplicación de visas en nombre de los estudiantes.

Vuelos y transporte al aeropuerto

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Alajuela based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Seguro de viaje

Estudia en el extranjero sin preocupaciones con la cobertura del seguro de salud y de efectos personales de Language International. Cuando reservas un curso con nosotros, puedes optar por comprar un plan de seguro amplio que cubra no sólo tus costos de atención de la salud, ¡sino también la pérdida de tus pertenencias personales. Necesita reservar su seguro de antemano.

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