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Intensive Spanish Group Classes in Madrid

Master the language with our intensive Spanish group classes in Madrid. Enjoy a great cultural experience.

Choose Your Intensive Spanish Course in Madrid

Select your course length in weeks
Enjoy an extra 15% off in our long term programs!

Discounts on intensive courses for bookings over 12 weeks

Intensive

20Lessons per week

Best for a short-term immersive experience (under 3 months), with students from all over the world.

  • 16 General Spanish
  • 2 Project sessions
  • 2 Spanish in action
Price

Intensive Explore

24Lessons per week

Best for gaining a deeper connection with the city, using Spanish in real-life situations.

  • 16 General Spanish
  • 2 Project Sessions
  • 2 Spanish in Action
  • 4 Spanish in the City
Price

Intensive Plus

30Lessons per week

Best for achieving fluency as quickly as possible, with full cultural immersion and extra conversation sessions.

  • 20 General Spanish
  • 2 Project Sessions
  • 2 Spanish in Action
  • 6 Conversation
Price

Combined: 20 Intensive + 4 Private lessons

  • 16 General Spanish
  • 2 Project Sessions
  • 2 Spanish in Action
  • 4 Private lessons
Price

Combined: 20 Intensive + 10 Private lessons

  • 16 General Spanish
  • 2 Project Sessions
  • 2 Spanish in Action
  • 10 Private lessons
Price

Course Details at a Glance

In Madrid, every Expanish Intensive course combines small-group classes led by native Spanish-speaking teachers with plenty of hands-on practice outside the textbook.

Your course price already includes everything you need to get started:

🎒 Welcome pack

🎓 Course certificate

🧭 Student orientation session

🎉 Free social and cultural activities every week

🆘 24/7 emergency assistance

Spanish in the City in Madrid

Watch what a Spanish in the City session actually looks like, part of the Intensive Explore course, and see how you'll put your Spanish to use out in Madrid's streets and neighborhoods.

Housing in Madrid

Choose between a Homestay, a student residence, or a shared apartment, all located within a comfortable commute of the school, and pick the option that best fits how you want to live while learning Spanish in Madrid.

Homestay

Live with a local family and truly immerse yourself in Spanish culture and language. A perfect opportunity to practice your Spanish every day while sharing in the traditions and habits of your hosts.

Homestay Features

Single or double rooms, matched to dietary needs and preferences

Shared bathroom (comfort option: private bathroom)

Half-board: breakfast and dinner

Wi-Fi, bed linens and towels included, plus weekly cleaning of bedroom and change of sheets/towels

Average of 20 to 35 minutes from the school

Safe neighborhoods, close to public transport

Student Shared Apartment

Living in a shared student apartment in Madrid offers affordable, social housing with international peers.

Apartment Features

Single or double rooms. Double room available for students traveling together.

Shared bathroom (private bathroom option may be available)

Self-catering, with access to a shared kitchen

Wi-Fi, bed linens and towels included, plus weekly cleaning of common areas

Located up to 35 minutes from the school

Safe neighborhoods, close to public transport

For students aged 18 to 39

Claraval Student Residence

Live in a modern residence in the heart of the city, in a social yet independent student environment shared with local and international students

Residence Features

Individual room with private kitchenette

Self-catering, with access to a shared kitchen (basic kitchen utensils and tableware included)

Access to common areas: study room, game room, terrace/solarium, laundry room (self-service, extra cost), bicycle parking

15 minutes from the school via subway (L4 line)

24/7 front desk and room maintenance

For students aged 18 and up, no maximum age

Why Expanish?

At Expanish, learning Spanish doesn't stay in the classroom, it becomes part of how you live, day to day, in Madrid.

Accredited academic excellence

For over 20 years we have been meeting the highest standards for Spanish teaching, as demonstrated by our awards and official accreditations.

A fully immersive experience

Studying with us is more than just language lessons - it's opening the door to a whole new cultural and social experience that you will never forget.

Social activities and conversation classes

You can discover all about local culture, improve your conversation skills and meet other like-minded students in our free after-class activities.

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How You'll Progress Through the Levels

Curious how far you'll get during your time in Madrid?

This chart shows roughly how many weeks it takes most students to move from one level to the next, from complete beginner (A1) to fluent (C2).

See what each level covers →

Our Intensive Spanish Group Classes in Madrid

Your Intensive course takes place in our Salamanca school, home base for your daily lessons, activities, and the community you'll share them with.

Summer, 27°C
Winter, 13°C
Cosy common areas

Connect with other students in the cozy lounge area.

Unbeatable location

Just three blocks from Retiro Park, you'll be studying in the best area of Madrid.

Engaging cultural activities

From a Retiro Park tour to a hands-on painting and wine workshop, weekly activities bring Madrid's culture into your course, not just your classroom.

Facilities & Accreditations
Accredited by the Cervantes Institute
SIELE Authorized Examination Center
11 spacious and fully equipped classrooms
Wheelchair access
Close to an important metro stop
Free high-speed WiFi
You'll share the school with classmates from all over the world
🇩🇪German14%
🇺🇸USA14%
🇧🇷Brazilian11%
🇬🇧British7%
🇨🇭Swiss6%
🇫🇷 French6%
🇳🇱 Dutch4%
🇮🇹 Italian4%
🌍 Other32%
How our students rate Expanish
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Our Team Makes the Difference

Our friendly staff are dedicated to offering you a memorable education experience in Madrid. All of our teachers are native Spanish-speakers and highly qualified.

Javier Martínez, Site Director Expanish Madrid

Javier Martínez de Velasco

Center Director

Javier brings 30+ years in education leadership to direct operations at Expanish Madrid and enhance immersive learning.

Amy Álvarez

Housing & Transfers Coordinator

Amy supports students at Expanish Madrid with 10+ years in education and a background in bilingual journalism.

Elisa de la Torre

Content Creator

Elisa is Expanish Madrid's content creator, with 7 years of experience and a degree in Multimedia and Graphic Design.

Felipe Escanciano

Student Services

Felipe brings a Master's in Secondary Education to support students at the front desk at Expanish Madrid.

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