Lince Spanish SchoolBilbao, Spain
C/Ercilla, 8, 1º D - 48009 Bilbao - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free cultural activities and workshops.
- Bilbao is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
What we dislike about the school
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 25% |
| 25-34 years | 25% |
| 35-50 years | 25% |
| >50 years | 25% |
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.
Location: Lince Spanish School is a Spanish language institute located in the Basque city of Bilbao, in northern Spain. Housed in the Abando neighbourhood of Bilbao, the school has several amenities, links to public transport, green spaces and attractions of social and cultural interest within walking distance. Such attractions include the Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao, the Puppy sculpture, the Nervión River, Zubiarte Merkataritza-zentroa shopping mall, Iturrizar Parkea, Palacio Euskalduna conference centre and many more.
Course selection: Lince Spanish School supplies Spanish language tuition to students of all levels throughout the year. In addition to General Spanish taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also supplies DELE Exam Preparation, Business Spanish, and Teacher Training programmes for Spanish Teachers.
Getting around: The school is well located within walking distance of Bilbao's central train station. There are also several bus routes close by and the Moyua metro station is within a 350m walk of the school's front doors.
Social and cultural: The school is well prepared to issue students with activities and excursions to enhance their language experience in Bilbao. Excursions can include trips to the Guggenheim Museum, the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, the Ria de Bilbao Maritime Museum, the Basque Museum of Bilbao, the Archaeological Museum of Bilbao and many more.
Accommodation: The school can arrange accommodation in local hostels, hotels, shared apartments and homestays with local families.
Spanish Courses
General Language
Intensive Spanish
15 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
180€171€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 180171 | 360342 | 540513 | 720684 | 850808 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 180 | 359 | 539 | 718 | 848 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 180171 | 360342 | 540513 | 720684 | 850808 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 180 | 359 | 539 | 718 | 848 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 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: 10:00 - 14:00
Morning: 10:00 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
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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Evening Spanish
3 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
35€34€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 3534 | -- | -- | 120114 | -- | -- | -- | 200190 | 250238 | 300285 | 3029 |
| Price in US$ | 35 | 120 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 30 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 3534 | -- | -- | 120114 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 35 | 120 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday from 17:00 to 18:30 or 18:30 to 20:00
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 60 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:
Afternoon: 18:30 - 20:00
Afternoon: 18:30 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Online
Skype Lessons
10 lessons per week
|2 students (max)
Offer!from
270€257€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 440418 | 660627 | 880836 | 11001045 | 13201254 | 15401463 | 17601672 | 22002090 | 26402508 | 220209 |
| Price in US$ | 270 | 439 | 659 | 878 | 1097 | 1317 | 1536 | 1756 | 2194 | 2633 | 220 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:30 - 13:50
Afternoon: 15:00 - 20:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:50
Afternoon: 15:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Lessons
10 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
300€285€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 300285 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 27002565 | 32403078 | 270257 |
| Price in US$ | 300 | 539 | 808 | 1077 | 1347 | 1616 | 1885 | 2154 | 2693 | 3231 | 270 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 300285 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 300 | 539 | 808 | 1077 | 1347 | 1616 | 1885 | 2154 | 2424 | 2693 | 3231 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 60 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: 10:00 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 21:00
Morning: 10:00 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 21:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
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Business
Business Spanish
20 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
450€428€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 450428 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 449 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 450428 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 449 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 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: 10:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 16:00 - 18:00
Morning: 10:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 16:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Minimum required student age
20 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
DELE Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
450€428€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 450428 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 449 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 450428 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 449 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 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: 10:00 - 14:30
Afternoon: 15:00 - 20:00
Morning: 10:00 - 14:30
Afternoon: 15:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Exam dates
02 Jan 2024, 04 Sep 2024, 18 Nov 2024
Average DELE exam score of former students of this course
passed
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Lince Spanish School include
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Lince Spanish School
Accreditations and Quality seals
Spanish 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
Students should arrive at 9:50
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Lince Spanish School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
2015
Legal name/parent company
Lince Spanish School S.c. Pequ | Tax registration ID: F95821252
General school facilities
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 4
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 20
Throughout the year: 10
Minimum age of students
20 years
15 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 35 years
Throughout the year: 40 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 10% |
| England | 10% |
| Italy | 5% |
| France | 5% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| Sweden | 5% |
| Turkey | 5% |
| USA | 5% |
| Korea | 5% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Thailand | 2% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 35% |
Information for all courses offered by Lince Spanish School
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses
Airport pick-up: EUR 50
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 30 €. 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, 06 Jan 2024, 07 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 12 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 06 Dec 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 31 Jul 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 06 Jan 2024, 07 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 12 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 06 Dec 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 31 Jul 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.
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 email.
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 to study short term courses up to 90 days.
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)
50 €
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.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking | | 2 km |
| Dancing | | - |
| Horse riding | | - |
| Swimming | | 2 km |
| Yoga | | 2 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Not offered
Adults - Paid activities
Surf lessons
Guggenheim Museum
Alhóndiga or Azkuna Zentroa
Casco Viejo
Boat trip on the river
Guggenheim Museum
Alhóndiga or Azkuna Zentroa
Casco Viejo
Boat trip on the river
Accommodation
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
190 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 190 | 380 | 570 | 728 | 910 | 1092 | 1274 | 1456 | 1820 | 2184 | 190 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 200 | 399 | 599 | 765 | 956 | 1147 | 1338 | 1529 | 1911 | 2293 | 200 | 84 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | ||||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 12:00-20:00
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival a refundable deposit of 60€ is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
35 €
(Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
14
Maximum age of students
50
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
260 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 260 | 520 | 780 | 956 | 1195 | 1434 | 1673 | 1912 | 2390 | 2868 | 260 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 273 | 546 | 819 | 1004 | 1255 | 1506 | 1757 | 2008 | 2509 | 3011 | 273 | 84 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | ||||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 12:00-20:00
Check-out
Saturday 10:00-13:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival a refundable deposit of 60€ is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
15
Maximum age of students
50
Shared flat
Single room, No meals
from
180 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 180 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 180 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 189 | 189 | 84 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 180 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 180 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 189 | 189 | 84 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Price per person
Price per person
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 52€
Distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
FAQ about Lince Spanish School, Bilbao
- What activities does Lince Spanish school offer?“Most of the activities offered by the school are chargeable and include: surfing lessons, visits to the Guggenheim Museum, Alhóndiga or Azkuna Zentroa, Casco Viejo, a boat trip on the river, etc.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 17, 2024
- What is the number of students per class at Lince Spanish School?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Lince Spanish School varies from 1 students (Private Lessons) to 8 students (Intensive Spanish)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Lince Spanish School?100% of teachers at Lince Spanish School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Lince Spanish School from?The highest Nationality percentage at Lince Spanish School comes from Germany with a 10% representation, followed by students from England (10%) and France (5%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Lince Spanish School offers courses for which ages?Lince Spanish School offers courses from 15 years to 99. Average age is 35 during the summer and 40 for the rest of the year.
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