OLE Spanish and Culture
Mariano Escobedo #32, Col. Centro, C.P. 76000, Querétaro, Querétaro 76000, Mexico
OLE Spanish and Culture
2 hours of grammar and vocabulary, 1 hour of conversation & 2 more hours of cultural workshops in which students will reinforce the 4 language skills with cultural topics, creating a total immersion of our language and our culture.
OLE Spanish and Culture does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
You can choose from the following class times:
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 3 students |
Maximum | 6 students |
Age range | 14 - 80 years old |
Average | 30 years old (24 in the summer) |
We are located 200 km north from Mexico City in one of the most beautiful colonial cities of Mexico and a state of historic and cultural tradition, it' also considered one of the safest and cleanest cities in the country and the UNESCO declared it “World Heritage Site”. In its streets, there are four centuries of history, placed on the monuments, houses, alleyways, and way of living. We carefully selected the location of the school within the city, allowing the students to be within walking distance of the historical, artistic and recreational attractions of the city.
Our programs are made to cover a wide variety of needs, such as for students who want to learn for pleasure, for business, students who need academic credits, and for teachers that require TOPT preparation or teacher enrichment. We offer many options but if you do not find what you are looking for, please feel free to contact us for any specific requirements or course you may need.
We understand the importance of offering quality programs and attention; our Staff is committed to always giving excellent and timely service. This is why we can guarantee that students at OLÉ will live an unforgettable experience in a family atmosphere. We enjoy our job and getting to know our students is a wonderful experience for all of us!
The colonial architecture of our building with its two beautiful patios, 17 classrooms, library and internet area, living rooms, BBQ area, ping pong area, Mexican kitchen, and cafeteria provides our students with a pleasant and family atmosphere where they can study Spanish and immerse in our culture.
We have a weekly cultural calendar that changes every week, such as going to the market, Mexican cooking class, city field trip, etc. that have a small fee. Once a week there are OLE activities which are free such as Mexican games, Mexican songs, and Mexican movies, etc. At OLÉ, it is not just about Spanish classes but an all-around Mexican experience including Mexican culture, home-stay with Mexican families, trips, food, friends and more! We strive to give our students a total immersion program of our language and our culture.
has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Mexico. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.
The nationality and age mix at OLE Spanish and Culture varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 30. In the summer, the average age is 24.
teaches students from all over the world, including:
does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
We are located in one of the most beautiful colonial cities of México and a state of historic and cultural tradition, it' also considered one of the safest and cleanest cities in the country and the UNESCO declared it “World Heritage Site”. In its streets, there are four centuries of history, placed on the monuments, houses, alleyways, and way of living. It has a bohemian lifestyle with cultural, artistic topics and all kind of events all year round.
The school is located in the Historical Center of Queteraro between the streets of Allende & Juarez, one block from the main Avenue which is "Avenida Universidad", 2 blocks from the "The Republic Theater" which is a historical site, 3 blocks from one of the main plazas "Jardin Zenea".
I enjoyed this school and experience very much, but the main teacher assigned to me did not speak English and it was very difficult to ask her any questions as they came up. The school is in a beautiful location and it was a peaceful environment.
Show details » Read more...I arrived during a low attendance period, which turned out to be beneficial as I was getting one-on-one attention from the teachers in both the grammar and conversational classes.
Everyone I interacted with at Olé was friendly and professional which I felt improved the level of my Spanish. The Spanish-only interaction with the teachers was exactly what I needed, as it made me think in Spanish and not revert back to English.
As mentioned in the original description, on the first day, I was shown around Querétaro to get familiar with the central region of this beautiful city.
My homestay was excellent, Mónica couldn't have been kinder and went out of her way to make sure I was comfortable and taken care of. I was included in her family gatherings and she also showed me around the area.
I liked everything: class, teachers, staff, home stay friends Jeanie and Pablo.
I especially enjoyed the teachers who were genuinely interested in providing a personalized learning experience. All teachers spoke exclusively in Spanish; at the same time, we seems to communicate quite well - a testimony to the teachers expertise.
The staff was extraordinarily accommodating and helpful: every question cheerfully answered and requests were accommodated. That I was there during Dia de los Muertos was an absolute plus - OLE hosted a very nice party with activities that helped students understand the meaning of the holiday.
The classrooms and public spaces were always very clean and the coffee was always fresh - Thank you Rosie!
The homestay with Jeanie and Pablo made the difference between a fine experience and an unforgettable experience. They we consistently welcoming, accommodating, helpful, interesting, inclusive ...... could go on and on. I hope that the three of us are friends for a long time.
Thank you Sara for your kind words! We really enjoyed having you study with us, hope you come back soon. ¡Gracias amiga!
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Querétaro. These homes are often between 25 - 50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue documents to support your visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a visitor or tourist visa on your own.
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 Querétaro based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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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