Instituto Superior de EspañolCotacachi, Ecuador
Panamerican Highway - EC100301 Cotacachi - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Participate in activities with the indigenous family such as organic farming, shopping at the market, activities with the community and more.
- Small class sizes
- For chain schools: Same conditions for waiving the inscription fee also apply if the student has booked at another school of the same school chain.
What we dislike about the school
- Electricity is only available for a few hours a day.
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
Location: Instituto Superior de Español Cotacachi is located in an Andean indigenous community close to the town of Cotacachi, Ecuador. Cotacachi is a small town, around 12km north of Otavalo. This unique experience has students staying with local families, where they shall also learn.
Course selection: The Spanish Programme in the Andes Highlands is available to students of all levels. The course includes full-board accommodation within a local indigenous family. Optional Organic Agriculture volunteer programmes are also available in conjunction with this course.
Social and cultural: A student's stay with a local indigenous family offers a direct path to seeing and learning from the area's ancestral communities.
Getting around: Transportation is given to students to and from Quito airport (arrival/departure).
Spanish Courses
General Language
Andean Indigenous Family Spanish Programme
20 lessons per week
|4 students (max)
Offer!from
699US$682US$
Includes accommodation
Course Details
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| Price at schoolOur price | 699682 | 13981364 | 20972045 | 27962727 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 699682 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
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| Price at schoolOur price | 999975 | 19981949 | 29972923 | 39963897 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 999975 |
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Starting dates
Every first Monday of month
This programme is a great opportunity to see what real life in the Andes is like. It is perfect for people who enjoy time away from busy cities and who want to spend time in the countryside to breathe pure and fresh air.
It also includes:
- Airport pickup.
- Simple accommodation with an Indigenous Quichua Family.
- Round-trip transportation from Quito to Cotacachi.
- Optional participation in organic agriculture volunteer program.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Course specific data
This course takes place in a different location than main address of the school:
Andes Highlands, Cotacachi
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Instituto Superior de Español include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Instituto Superior de Español (ISE)
Accreditations and Quality seals
Ministry of Education and Culture of EcuadorSpanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Combine courses at different Instituto Superior de Español chain schools and save
Instituto Superior de Español will charge their administration fee only once on your first booking.
Combine courses at these schools: Instituto Superior de Español (Otavalo), Instituto Superior de Español (Quito), Instituto Superior de Español (Galapagos Islands), Instituto Superior de Español (Amazon Jungle), Instituto Superior de Español - San Cristóbal (Galapagos Islands), Instituto Superior de Español - Travelling Classrooms (Quito). Just mention in the comments field of our online registration form that you have also booked classes at another school from the chain.
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Instituto Superior de Español and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
1998
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: RUC1708852163001
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Fridge for student use
Cafeteria
Lounge
Garden
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free coffee
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Internship placement guidance service (paid)
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
Additional comment about facilities of school
Discover what it's like to live with a traditional local indigenous family. Experience their daily lives and become a part of their community.
Student Age
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 30 years
Throughout the year: 30 years
Information for all courses offered by Instituto Superior de Español
Lesson duration
55 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Ecuador and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
FAQ about Instituto Superior de Español, Cotacachi
- What is the best price for a course at Instituto Superior de Español, Cotacachi?Spanish courses at Instituto Superior de Español start at 682 US$ for Andean Indigenous Family Spanish Programme course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the number of students per class at Instituto Superior de Español?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Instituto Superior de Español varies from 4 students (Andean Indigenous Family Spanish Programme) to 4 students (Andean Indigenous Family Spanish Programme)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Instituto Superior de Español?100% of teachers at Instituto Superior de Español hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Instituto Superior de Español offers courses for which ages?Instituto Superior de Español offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.
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