All the different courses you will find in Study Spanish in Madrid are organized in collaboration with TANDEM Madrid, a singular, unique and independent Spanish School. TANDEM has been innovating in Spanish language teaching for more than 35 years. In addition, it has a highly qualified team guaranteeing a great Spanish learning experience.
One of the main distinguishing characteristics of TANDEM Madrid is the teaching method, which goes beyond standard language learning. TANDEM teaching has a humanistic approach focused on personal aspects, not merely academics. Moreover, it promotes dialogue and understanding between people from different countries and cultures. TANDEM Madrid is a pioneer school in Spain on Suggestopedia / Suggestopedy, a method combining Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) with language learning.
To make the most of the classes and communication opportunities, learning groups are limited to a maximum of 10-12 students per class. This is because for TANDEM, the real protagonists are the students. Teachers are supporters for learning since they stimulate students and encourage them to relate and communicate with the class. The heart of TANDEM is teaching teams, and you will appreciate that during your learning experience.
1. Not a simply Spanish school
Learning Spanish at TANDEM Madrid is a personalized, stimulating, enriching and rewarding experience. TANDEM Madrid listens to you, advises you on your academic adventure, and offers personalized options conceived especially for you. Such Spanish courses will fit like a glove. Additional recommended activities from the cultural program of TANDEM, and a carefully selected lodging accommodation will help you to expand your learning experience.
TANDEM’S passion for Spanish is so incredible they have courses for virtually everyone. Current innovative offerings include art, dance, surfing and gastronomy and are adapted to new technology necessities. TANDEM Madrid has a course for you, no matter your level of Spanish proficiency or your preferences.
2. Spanish classes in the centre of Madrid
In addition to the language courses, TANDEM Madrid has a complete cultural program so its Spanish students can “live” the city not only as tourist, but also as citizens of Madrid while practicing Spanish.
Cultural and leisure activities are led by teachers of TANDEM Madrid or qualified Spanish teachers specializing in art, cinema, theatre, etc. These activities are also open to Spanish students who are learning German or English at the school, so it is a very good opportunity to test your Spanish while making new friends.
3. Officially accredited centre
TANDEM Madrid is an accredited school by Instituto Cervantes, the official authority/body guaranteeing high quality of Spanish courses and every service offered at the school. In addition, TANDEM Madrid offers the possibility of obtaining Diplomas of Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE) or the International Service of Evaluation of the Spanish Language (SIELE). Moreover, TANDEM Madrid organizes preparatory courses for these diplomas, and the school is an exam centre accredited by the Instituto Cervantes.
TANDEM Madrid is also a member of FEDELE (Spanish Federation of Associations of Spanish Schools for Foreigners) whose main objective is the promotion of quality Spanish education in Spain. They are also an associated company of Madrid’s Chamber of Commerce, a member of WYSETC (World Youth Student and Educational Travel Confederation) and ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations), thanks to TANDEM International.
4. Complete Cultural Program
In addition to the language courses, TANDEM Madrid has a complete cultural program so its Spanish students can “live” the city not only as tourist, but also as citizens of Madrid while practicing Spanish.
Cultural and leisure activities are led by teachers of TANDEM Madrid or qualified Spanish teachers specializing in art, cinema, theatre, etc. These activities are also open to Spanish students who are learning German or English at the school, so it is a very good opportunity to test your Spanish while making new friends.
5. Language Exchange, our UNIQUE distinction
TANDEM® Language exchange is a learning method consisting of an encounter between two people, from different mother tongues, who meet to speak alternately in both languages so each one practices and both learn. This method was developed by TANDEM Foundation more than 40 years ago; it is a registered trademark of TANDEM International. Our method is becoming more popular around the world, and many people organize meetings of this kind. In fact, some meetings use the name TANDEM but they do not have the guarantee of the original method, and the tutoring of a teacher matching the participants according to various criteria such as age, nationality, interests, etc.
By choosing TANDEM Madrid, you can rest assured you are choosing the ideal option to learn Spanish in Madrid, Spain.
Services included in the price of TANDEM Madrid courses
- Welcome folder
- Internet and Wi-Fi access
- Loan of material for classes and first textbook
- Free Online level test
- Tutorials with teachers
- Loan service for books, movies and music CDs
- Multimedia equipment
- Patio Garden and rest area
- Food and drink machines
- Computer area
- Student support service
- Cultural activities (according to the chosen course)
- One free extra cultural Spanish class per week
- Free language exchange service
- Completion certificate