- +34 923 213 835
- mester@mester.com
- C/ Vázquez Coronado 5, 37002 Salamanca, Spain
There are many factors that determine success in the classroom. The teachers, the materials, the method, the course structure, even the classroom itself as an educational space. At Mester, we pay special attention to achieving the perfect balance between these aspects, so that the learning process is direct, effective and enjoyable.
The fact that we work with our own didactic material allows us to keep it updated at all times, always respecting the contents and objectives of each level. In the same way, thanks to the use of technology in class, perfectly adapted to our materials, we achieve a greater and more effective interaction between the students and the teacher, creating the ideal environment for learning a language such as Spanish.
Our courses perfectly combine the acquisition of theoretical contents with communicative practice, although it is true that the latter is the real protagonist in our classes. Every day you will gradually and progressively learn the grammatical concepts that you will later have the opportunity to put into practice during the conversation class. But it’s not just about learning and repeating, it’s about providing you with all the necessary tools to build your own Spanish reality. To do this, we introduce in the class, in a natural and enjoyable way, multiple cultural contents so that you can get to know the reality of the Spanish language first hand. Remember: learning a language is learning from the people who speak it.
In addition, you can always choose the level you are most interested in at any given moment, depending on your preferences; review and reinforce content or, on the contrary, look for new challenges with content at a higher level.
At Mester we offer Spanish courses at the following levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR, Council of Europe): A1 – A2 – B1 – B2 – C1. To get an approximate idea of your level, you can consult this link of the organization.
We also have our own level test, which you can access at this link.
Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others, ask for and give basic personal information about home, personal belongings and people he/she knows. Can interact in a basic way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to cooperate.
Adapting to your needs, there is the possibility of taking this level in 1, 2, 3 and 4 weeks, since this level is subdivided into A1.1, A1.2, A1.3 and A1.4.
You can consult the specific contents of each sublevel in this document.
Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., basic information about him/herself and family, shopping, places of interest, occupations). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring simple and direct exchanges of information on familiar or routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background and environment, as well as matters related to his/her immediate needs.
Adapting to your needs, there is the possibility of taking this level in 1-5 weeks, since this level is subdivided into A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, A2.4 and A2.5.
You can consult the specific contents of each sublevel in this document.
Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences, events, wishes and aspirations and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
Adapting to your needs, there is the possibility of taking this level in 1-8 weeks, since this level is subdivided into B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B1.4, B1.5, B1.6, B1.7 and B1.8.
You can consult the specific contents of each sublevel in this document.
According to the CEFR, this level is the one to be aimed at for independent users who are slightly more advanced in the language. They are able to understand the main ideas of complex texts dealing with both concrete and abstract topics, even if they are of a technical nature, as long as they are within their field of specialization. Can interact with native speakers with a sufficient degree of fluency and spontaneity so that communication is effortless for the interlocutors. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Adapting to your needs, there is the possibility of taking this level in 1-12 weeks, since this level is subdivided into B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, B2.4, B2.5, B2.6, B2.7, B2.8, B2.9, B2.10, B2.11 and B2.12.
You can consult the specific contents of each sublevel in this document.
This level, according to the CEFR, is designed for the competent user of the language. Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts and recognize implicit meaning. Can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, articulation and cohesion.
You can consult the specific contents of each sublevel in this document.
One of the most important advantages of our school is the flexibility we offer. If you tell us your situation, we will come to an agreement to adapt your experience in Spain (your program, your courses…) to your personal circumstances.
We offer tailor-made programs: we adapt each program to the knowledge, objectives and available time of each student.
Don’t worry about dates: our courses are available all year round, at all levels, regardless of the number of registrations.
In our school all classrooms are equipped with digital whiteboards, which allows us to keep all written notes at the end of each class.
| COURSE | WEEKS | LESSONS | EURO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive Spanish Language and Culture (INT1) | 1 | 20 | 200.00 |
| extra | 20 | 200.00 | |
| Individual One elective (INT2) | 1 | 20 + 5 | 325.00 |
| extra | 20 + 5 | 325.00 | |
| Intensive Spanish Language and Culture in Small Group (INT3) | 1 | 20 | 500.00 |
| extra | 20 | 500.00 | |
| Individual Spanish Language and Culture (INT4) | — | 1 | 45.00 |
| — | 10 | 400.00 | |
| — | 20 | 700.00 | |
| Preparation for the DELE | 1 | 20 | 200.00 |
| extra | 20 | 200.00 | |
| Official examination fees are not included | |||
| A-Level review course (LEVE) | 1 | 20 + 5 | 500.00 |
| extra | 20 + 5 | 500.00 | |
| Teacher training course for teachers of Spanish as a foreign language (SUPE) | 1 | 15 | 150.00 |
| extra | 15 | 150.00 | |
| ACCOMMODATION | ROOM | PENSION | EURO |
|---|---|---|---|
| PER DAY | |||
| Host family | Individual | extra day | 26.00 |
| Double | extra day | 25.00 | |
| Residence | Individual | extra day | 28.00 |
| Double | extra day | 26.00 | |
| Private apartment | Single | extra day | 80.00 |
| Double (1) | extra day | 50.00 | |
| Hostel** | Single | — | 45.00 |
| Double (1) | — | 35.00 | |
| Hotel**** | Single | Breakfast | 120.00 |
| Double (1) | Breakfast | 80.00 | |
| PER WEEK | |||
| 1 week is 6 days; 2 weeks is 13 days; 3 weeks is 20 days; 4 weeks is 27 days | |||
| Student apartment | Single | week | 100.00 |
| extra day | 25.00 | ||
| Student apartment | Double (1) | week | 90.00 |
| extra day | 25.00 | ||
| (1) Book together | |||
To register for one of our courses, please fill in the registration form and send it by e-mail to our office (mester@mester.com), together with proof of payment of the 100 euro deposit.
Upon receipt of these documents, we will reserve both your place in the course and the required accommodation.
You will receive a confirmation email, together with the final invoice, which must be paid no later than three weeks before the start of the course, and a link to our online placement test, which you must take before your arrival in Salamanca. If this is not possible, on the first day of the course you will be asked to take the placement test one hour before the start of the class.
If you sign up for a course that starts in less than three weeks, once availability is confirmed, you will be required to pay the full invoice at that time.
The total price of the course will vary depending on the type of accommodation selected. Updated prices are available on the website.
For further information, the customer can contact our customer service team.
The minimum age to participate in a course is 16 years old. If the student is under this age, he/she can only participate if accompanied by an adult.
Students between 16 and 18 years of age must attach to their registration a signed authorization from their parents or legal guardians in which they are responsible for any incident that may occur.
If you decide to cancel your program at Mester 15 days before the start of the course, your payment will be refunded, except for the 100 euro deposit.
After that date, the official price of one week’s course and accommodation will be charged, and the rest will be refunded.
Once the course has started, there will be no refunds.
The client may request a full refund of the deposit if the final payment has not been made.
Once the remaining amount of the course has been paid, no refund will be made, as the course and accommodation reservation will have been confirmed.
In case we have to issue a letter of invitation or other official document for obtaining a study visa for non-European students, the fees will not be reimbursed, unless the visa is denied. In that case, the student must send us the original certificate of studies and the letter of refusal from the Spanish Embassy, in order to process the refund (except for the 100 euros retained for administrative expenses).
Any registration that has not been confirmed or paid two weeks prior to the start of the course will be cancelled.