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Cronopios Idiomas
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Course description

The Intensive Spanish Course 20 hours is for people who really want to make the most out of their stay in Madrid. It is the right choice if you want to jump right into learning Spanish in a group with a group of no more than 12 people.

In-person classes per week: 15 hours.
Online activities per week: 5 hours in our Virtual Classroom.

Our school offers 2 hours of after-school activities so that the students enjoy our wonderful city and practice oral communication. The evening activities are included with all courses as an additional service offered by the school, and attendance is optional.

The Intensive Spanish Course is structured following the Instituto Cervantes learning plan, which is organised according to so called CEFR levels.

The Intensive Spanish course begins every single Monday, except for the starters level (A1) which has fixed starting dates. If you're an absolute beginner and are interested in taking the Intensive 20 course, courses start every first monday of the month.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (except for beginners)
Start dates for beginners
Every first Monday of the month
Classes per week
15 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
10:00 AM - 01:15 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 05:15 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Madrid to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Cronopios Idiomas is a co-operative enterprise. Teachers are a great team and we manage the school together. Our students receive personal friendly attention, creating a great atmosphere at the school.

CronopiosIdiomas has been accredited by Instituto Cervantes, which means it meets the conditions set by the Instituto Cervantes Accreditation System for Centres, the only international accreditation exclusively focused on the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language.

Year opened
2012
Number of classrooms
12

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers
All
Teachers with Spanish teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Cronopios Idiomas varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Cronopios Idiomas is located in the so-called 'Paseo del Arte area', the cultural golden mile of Madrid where the main art museums are located, including the world famous Prado museum. The school faces the Retiro park, a former royal retreat which is known as one of the most elegant parks of Europe.

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Reviews

100% recommend

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"Fun and professional way to learn spanish"

Kathy Triplett, student from USA

Cronopios fit me into their classes when I could only do one week and most of the students were there for months. And they slid me in at just the right level. My teacher was fun and enthusiastic and taught us so much, through games, exercises, and conversation. The school is very well organized and the facilities are so nice and well situated. Hope I can return for a longer term!

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
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Date of study
4 Oct 2021 - 8 Oct 2021
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"This school has high quality teachers and provides a great learning environment."

April Stout, student from Spain

I liked everything especially the teachers and the fact that the groups were small. The instructional materials were clear and helpful and the staff was very nice and responsive.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
15 Jul 2019 - 26 Jul 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Pedro, Student Coordinator at Cronopios Idiomas responded to this review.
20 January 2020

Hey thank you so much for your positive review! We're really glad this was a good experience for you, and hope you'll want to come back some time!

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Housing

Cronopios Idiomas offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast

£ 135
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Madrid
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 135
To live for a while with a Spanish family is great way to achieve real language and cultural immersion. Our school has its own accommodation network consisting of families who enjoy hosting students and sharing every day matters with them.

The families that work with us are committed to promoting the language immersion of the students and to generally make them feel welcome, thereby enriching their experience of Madrid. If we receive a complaint from students regarding the family they are staying with, and we confirm that it's valid, the family is taken out of the network.

In order to select the best choice for each student, we follow a careful process in which different variables are considered, not only the student’s needs but also the distinct host-families available, and in doing so we ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone.

The basic accommodation option always includes breakfast. Additionally, students may also choose half-board or full-board, if desired. Double rooms are available, as well as other extras if requested.

The accommodation network is part of our social initiative program. Through participation, our students help to support the local economy.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 100 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

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 Madrid based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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