Spain | San Sebastian | A Level Revision

Location

San Sebastián, nestled on Spain’s northern coast in the heart of the Basque Country, is a city that seamlessly blends cultural prestige with laid-back charm. Named the European Capital of Culture in 2016, it’s a place where locals proudly share their traditions, and people of all ages gather to enjoy its lively streets and seaside views. Known worldwide for hosting the San Sebastián International Film Festival, the city is also a haven for surfers drawn to its rolling waves and beach lifestyle. Food lovers flock here to experience pintxos, the Basque take on tapas, and to dine in a city that boasts second most Michelin stars per capita after Kyoto in Japan. With its warm atmosphere and unique mix of culture, cuisine, and coastal energy, San Sebastián is a destination that captures the heart of every visitor.

Language Course

The core course comprises of 20 lessons taught, during four classes each morning, which concentrate on learning and actively using Spanish. You will participate in group sessions alongside other international students of a similar level, with lessons focused on improving all aspects of the language; speaking listening, reading and writing. The tuition is very much practice oriented.

You will have an additional 5 individual classes throughout the week, the content of which will be decided by you in advance. We will ask you before you travel what you would like to cover with your tutor during these individual sessions, for example a particular topic of study, grammar or pronunciation.

This course is designed for students who wish to rapidly improve their Spanish with a view to taking public examinations.

Before you travel you will be given a written examination and when you first arrive at the school, a speaking assessment will be taken before lessons. This will ensure you are in the group most suited to your ability level. Classes are grouped by ability not nationality or age, so they have a real international flavour and a vibrant feel.

Once your level of Spanish and class have been established you will be invited to purchase the text for your lessons. From B1 onwards, the textbook is included but for levels below this will be invited to buy a textbook for 30€. There is also an option to borrow these textbooks with a 50€ cash deposit.

Accommodation

For students wanting to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture we recommend a stay in host accommodation with one of our carefully selected Spanish hosts. They not only introduce the Spanish way of life and help practise the Spanish language, but also give a taste of local and delicious regional specialities. Host accommodation is situated within 30 minutes’ journey time of the school. Half-board accommodation is provided (breakfast & evening meal) from the Sunday before the course starts to the Saturday after it finishes. Subject to availability, an extra day on one end of the trip may be available on request to facilitate flight dates.

Students aged 18 or older also have the option of staying in one of the school’s self catering shared apartments with either other students from the language school or other spanish students. This accommodation has a communal bathroom and kitchen. Occupancy may range from one to four students, depending on the season.

Transfers

San Sebastián is well connected to the rest of Spain and beyond via public transport. You can use bus and train links to major cities allow you to travel to the city easily from anywhere! Regular public buses also run from the local airports to San Sebastián.

Private transfers can also be arranged for a fee from Bilbao, Biarritz or San Sebastián airports or Irun / Hendaye train stations direct to your accommodation.

Availability

Language courses

Monday–Friday all year (closed over Christmas)

Accommodation

Sunday–Saturday

School Closures 2025

School Closures 2026

Insurance

Travel and Medical Insurance is available as an optional extra with this package. For more details please see our Insurance page.