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Olé LanguagesBarcelona, Spain

c/ Mallorca, 201, bajos - 08036 Barcelona - see on map
What we like about the school
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0%
18-24 years 63%
25-34 years 22%
35-50 years 10%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.

Location: Olé Languages Barcelona is a Spanish language institute located in the majestic Catalan city of Barcelona, Spain. Housed in the city centre, in l'Antigua Esquerra de l'Eixample neighbourhood, within walking distance of shops, supermarkets, amenities and attractions such as La Rambla, Plaza de Catalunya and Antoni Gaudi's La Pedrera and Casa Batlló which are both situated on the impressive Passeig de Gracia.

Course selection: Course selection with Olé Langauges Barcelona includes something for students of all levels and various interests. In addition to Spanish taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides Cultural classes, Conversation classes, Private lessons and DELE Exam Preparation programmes.

Social and cultural: The city is full of artistic and cultural value, with AIL Barcelona - Olé Languages ensuring that students have all of the necessary information to have a memorable and informative time whilst in the city.

The school regularly provides optional activities and excursions for students to take advantage of should they choose. Such activities can include group excursions to Girona, Montserrat, Tarragona, and Sitges, in addition to social and cultural activities throughout Barcelona.

Getting around: The school is within walking distance of the city centre and many sites and places of social and cultural interest. For any travel further afield, train, metro, and bus networks are readily available just a moment's walk from the school's front doors.

Spanish Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Intensive 20Popular Spanish course
20 lessons per week
|
10 students (max)
from
165€
Course Details
Semi-Intensive 10
10 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
from
100€
Course Details
Cultural Classes
1 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
from
9€
Course Details
Intensive 20 + Culture Classes
20 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
from
174€
Course Details
Long Term Course
20 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
from
133€
Course Details
Conversation Classes
5 lessons per week
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5 students (max)
from
45€
Course Details
Evening Course
4 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
from
35€
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Private
Private Lessons
5 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
from
200€
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
DELE Preparation Course 10Recommended Spanish course
10 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
from
91€
Course Details
DELE Preparation Course 20Recommended Spanish course
20 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
from
181€
Course Details

Our prices for Olé Languages include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week

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  • Reception
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  • Computers for student use
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Olé Languages

Accreditations and Quality seals
FEDELESistema de Acreditación de Centros Instituto Cervantes (SACIC)AIL Español
Spanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
45% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Olé Languages and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Year of school foundation
2005
Legal name/parent company
Olé Languages Bcn S.L. | Tax registration ID: B63712723

General school facilities

  • Library

  • Copy machine

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in some classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 11
    • Number of public PC workstations: 2

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 170
Throughout the year: 130
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 23 years
Throughout the year: 26 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 14%
USA 9%
England 7%
France 6%
Italy 5%
Iran 5%
Netherlands 4%
China 2%
Brazil 2%
Sweden 1%
Japan 1%
Korea 1%
Switzerland 1%
Turkey 1%
Thailand 1%
Israel 1%
Other nationalities 39%

Information for all courses offered by Olé Languages

Lesson duration
53 minutes
School's administrative fee
55.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 40 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024 - 05 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 24 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 11 Sep 2024, 24 Sep 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 06 Dec 2024, 21 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 12 Jan 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 06 Dec 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
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.

Airport transfer

Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
75 € one way
140 € return (both ways)
Aeroport de Girona - Costa Brava:
170 € one way
330 € return (both ways)
Reus Airport:
170 € one way
330 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Barcelona and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Barcelona page. For flight comparisons to Barcelona, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Kuwait require a visa to enter and study in Spain.
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
Express shipment fee (via courier)
80 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Tennis5 km
Volleyball5 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Welcome activities
- Weekly meeting

Adults - Paid activities

Group excursions, for example:
- Cava wineries in Penedès
- Montserrat
- Tarragona
- Costa Brava
- Girona

Accommodation

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Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
from
240 €
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
290 €
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
from
190 €
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
from
220 €
Shared Apartment
Single room, No meals
from
220 €
Shared Apartment
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
from
175 €

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FAQ about Olé Languages, Barcelona

  • Spanish courses at Olé Languages start at 9 € for Cultural Classes course with 1 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive 20, Semi-Intensive 10, Long Term Course, Evening Course
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (75 €), Aeroport de Girona - Costa Brava (170 €), Reus Airport (170 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Olé Languages varies from 1 students (Private Lessons) to 15 students (Cultural Classes)
  • 100% of teachers at Olé Languages hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Olé Languages comes from Germany with a 14% representation, followed by students from USA (9%) and Russia (8%).
  • Olé Languages offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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