Teacher Training: Methodology & Culture

Lacunza International House: San Sebastian

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METHODOLOGY & CULTURE COURSE
(Minimum Spanish Level: B1)

A specialized course for non-native speaking Spanish teachers who want to improve or update their Spanish linguistic and cultural knowledge including the latest developments in teaching Spanish as a foreign language.

• For non-native speaking Spanish teachers.
• All materials and texts are provided.

Course topics

The Intensive 20 course covers everyday conversation topics as well as advanced expressions, depending on the Spanish level of the class.

Class schedule

Course duration
2 weeks
Start dates
12 Aug 2024
Classes per week
30 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 31 Jul 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 12 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 06 Dec 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Lesson
09:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in San Sebastián.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 19 years old and older
Average 30 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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reviews

Reviews

100% recommend

based on 6 reviews
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"GREAT experience on Learning Spanish with Laura- and residential housing was terriffic too."

Tim Lynch, student from USA

My experience at Lacunza International House: and the Language school in San Sebastian was top shelf... .everything including the food was 5 star .. And I found my Spanish skills improve a lot with Laura... nice.. thanks all for everything...the town of San Sebastian EXCEEDED my expectations too...very high quality all around...including excellent transportation services...even when it was really hot...ac on all buses...be advised though no AC at the Lacunza International House in the rooms...I was lucky to be there when the temps were just hot in the day 90 or so - and coastal breezed let me open window at night ...

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
School location
Housing
Date of study
1 Aug 2022 - 5 Aug 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"I very much enjoyed the time spent at school and in the city"

Marie-Pascale COLPAERT, student from France

Everything was great except the outings.
I would have liked more cultural outings to be offered to us, at weekends in particular: for example; go together to Bilbao or to nearby towns and/or villages of interest.

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My ratings for this school

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School facilities
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School location
Housing
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
18 Jul 2022 - 29 Jul 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"I had a lot of fun!"

Sarah Fallberg, student from Sweden

It was good I made a lot of friends and re Keene the basics in Spanish

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My ratings for this school

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Social activities
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Date of study
4 Jul 2022 - 8 Jul 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Effective"

Andrew Viniarski, student from USA

I have had a fantastic time and enriching learning experience in Lacunza. The staff was helpful and friendly, and living with the Spanish family was a great eye-opening. I will recommend this place to my friends and colleagues, and if I have an opportunity, I will go there again either alone or with my family. Thank you ever so much for your help, flexibility, and attention you have given me. Muchas gracias por todo. Un abrazo.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
1 Jul 2019 - 12 Jul 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"A very good experience to renew"

Michelle Lacroze, student from France

I liked everything, the family ( super), the situation of the school, the courses. The only negative is not having four hours.Luckily I was able to speak a lot in the family that was hosting me.I think also that 8 or 9 students per class should be the norm.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
Housing
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
3 Sep 2018 - 14 Sep 2018
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Very good teaching"

Aaro Miettinen, student from Finland

I stayed for just one week, thus my experience and evaluation are limited by that. The size of the class was good (8 students), the teachers were obviously professionals and very good. The location of the house (Mundaiz 8) was not very good and the facilities were average. The personnel was good.

The beginning was a bit chaotic about the information of where to go in the beginning, and after the skill level estimation again to which Aula to go. So my wife and I apparently lost the first minigroup session. I did not get the information of it.

Otherwise everything was okay.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Date of study
3 Aug 2015 - 7 Aug 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
housing

Housing

Lacunza International House offers the following housing types:
homestay

Host Family - Double - Self Catering

A$ 230
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
A$ 230
Complement your Spanish studies by living with native speakers!

Living with a family is without a doubt the best way to get to know the Spanish culture and practise your Spanish outside of school hours. This option is perfect for those looking for a unique and memorable experience during their studies in San Sebastián.

We have a large number of extremely responsible and trustworthy families with various lifestyles to ensure you live in a situation that best suits your needs and personality.

Host Family - Double- Bed & Breakfast

A$ 301
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
A$ 301
Complement your Spanish studies by living with native speakers!

Living with a family is without a doubt the best way to get to know the Spanish culture and practise your Spanish outside of school hours. This option is perfect for those looking for a unique and memorable experience during their studies in San Sebastián.

We have a large number of extremely responsible and trustworthy families with various lifestyles to ensure you live in a situation that best suits your needs and personality.

Host Family - Single - Self Catering

A$ 337
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
A$ 337
Complement your Spanish studies by living with native speakers!

Living with a family is without a doubt the best way to get to know the Spanish culture and practise your Spanish outside of school hours. This option is perfect for those looking for a unique and memorable experience during their studies in San Sebastián.

We have a large number of extremely responsible and trustworthy families with various lifestyles to ensure you live in a situation that best suits your needs and personality.

Host Family - Double- Half Board

A$ 390
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
A$ 390
Complement your Spanish studies by living with native speakers!

Living with a family is without a doubt the best way to get to know the Spanish culture and practise your Spanish outside of school hours. This option is perfect for those looking for a unique and memorable experience during their studies in San Sebastián.

We have a large number of extremely responsible and trustworthy families with various lifestyles to ensure you live in a situation that best suits your needs and personality.

Host Family - Single - Bed & Breakfast

A$ 425
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
A$ 425
Complement your Spanish studies by living with native speakers!

Living with a family is without a doubt the best way to get to know the Spanish culture and practise your Spanish outside of school hours. This option is perfect for those looking for a unique and memorable experience during their studies in San Sebastián.

We have a large number of extremely responsible and trustworthy families with various lifestyles to ensure you live in a situation that best suits your needs and personality.

Host Family- Single- Half Board

A$ 541
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
A$ 541
Complement your Spanish studies by living with native speakers!

Living with a family is without a doubt the best way to get to know the Spanish culture and practise your Spanish outside of school hours. This option is perfect for those looking for a unique and memorable experience during their studies in San Sebastián.

We have a large number of extremely responsible and trustworthy families with various lifestyles to ensure you live in a situation that best suits your needs and personality.
student-residence

Student Residence - Double - Bed & Breakfast

A$ 479
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 10 minutes by shuttle
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
A$ 479
The student residence is located less than 4kms from the school and is serviced by public bus and a public bike lane. The individual bedroom comes fully equipped with a single bed with study desk, wardrobe, small fridge, TV, Internet and private bathroom. All rooms have a pillow, towels and sheets provided. Additional services include a recreational room, library and multimedia room.

Full board includes buffet breakfast, and a 3 course meal for lunch and dinner. Water and bread are provided at all mealtimes.

The breakfast buffet includes cereal, muesli, fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries and bread rolls, biscuits and toast. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and juice are also available.

Lunch and dinner consist of a 3 course menu:
1st course: salad or vegetable dish or starter of the day i.e. pasta or rice (choose between 3 options)
2nd course: Grilled or baked meat or fish (choice between 3 options) with a side of vegetables
Dessert: Fruit, yoghurt or the homemade dessert of the day

Student Residence - Single - Bed & Breakfast

A$ 541
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 10 minutes by shuttle
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
A$ 541
The student residence is located less than 4kms from the school and is serviced by public bus and a public bike lane. The individual bedroom comes fully equipped with a single bed with study desk, wardrobe, small fridge, TV, Internet and private bathroom. All rooms have a pillow, towels and sheets provided. Additional services include a recreational room, library and multimedia room.

Full board includes buffet breakfast, and a 3 course meal for lunch and dinner. Water and bread are provided at all mealtimes.

The breakfast buffet includes cereal, muesli, fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries and bread rolls, biscuits and toast. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and juice are also available.

Lunch and dinner consist of a 3 course menu:
1st course: salad or vegetable dish or starter of the day i.e. pasta or rice (choose between 3 options)
2nd course: Grilled or baked meat or fish (choice between 3 options) with a side of vegetables
Dessert: Fruit, yoghurt or the homemade dessert of the day

Student Residence - Double - Half Board

A$ 647
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 10 minutes by shuttle
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
A$ 647
The student residence is located less than 4kms from the school and is serviced by public bus and a public bike lane. The individual bedroom comes fully equipped with a single bed with study desk, wardrobe, small fridge, TV, Internet and private bathroom. All rooms have a pillow, towels and sheets provided. Additional services include a recreational room, library and multimedia room.

Full board includes buffet breakfast, and a 3 course meal for lunch and dinner. Water and bread are provided at all mealtimes.

The breakfast buffet includes cereal, muesli, fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries and bread rolls, biscuits and toast. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and juice are also available.

Lunch and dinner consist of a 3 course menu:
1st course: salad or vegetable dish or starter of the day i.e. pasta or rice (choose between 3 options)
2nd course: Grilled or baked meat or fish (choice between 3 options) with a side of vegetables
Dessert: Fruit, yoghurt or the homemade dessert of the day

Student Residence - Single - Half Board

A$ 700
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 10 minutes by shuttle
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
A$ 700
The student residence is located less than 4kms from the school and is serviced by public bus and a public bike lane. The individual bedroom comes fully equipped with a single bed with study desk, wardrobe, small fridge, TV, Internet and private bathroom. All rooms have a pillow, towels and sheets provided. Additional services include a recreational room, library and multimedia room.

Full board includes buffet breakfast, and a 3 course meal for lunch and dinner. Water and bread are provided at all mealtimes.

The breakfast buffet includes cereal, muesli, fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries and bread rolls, biscuits and toast. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and juice are also available.

Lunch and dinner consist of a 3 course menu:
1st course: salad or vegetable dish or starter of the day i.e. pasta or rice (choose between 3 options)
2nd course: Grilled or baked meat or fish (choice between 3 options) with a side of vegetables
Dessert: Fruit, yoghurt or the homemade dessert of the day
apartment

Shared Apartment- Double - Self Catering

A$ 230
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen and laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 30 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
A$ 230
This is the most independent option. You will have your own room with a desk and amenities but will share the communal facilities (living room, kitchen, bathrooms, washing machines etc) with your flatmates. These apartments are usually small flats with basic, modest facilities.

You will either live with other students from the school or with local residents of San Sebastian. The school cannot guarantee either option, but your preference will be considered when assigning your apartment. If you have a preference, please specify it in the registration form where it says: "Other information (diets, allergies, health, requests)".

Although the school spring-cleans the communal facilities every two weeks, you will need to carry out your share of housework (cleaning, washing up, taking down the rubbish, etc).

Shared Apartment- Single - Self Catering

A$ 337
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of San Sebastián
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen and laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
A$ 337
This is the most independent option. You will have your own room with a desk and amenities but will share the communal facilities (living room, kitchen, bathrooms, washing machines etc) with your flatmates. These apartments are usually small flats with basic, modest facilities.

You will either live with other students from the school or with local residents of San Sebastian. The school cannot guarantee either option, but your preference will be considered when assigning your apartment. If you have a preference, please specify it in the registration form where it says: "Other information (diets, allergies, health, requests)".

Although the school spring-cleans the communal facilities every two weeks, you will need to carry out your share of housework (cleaning, washing up, taking down the rubbish, etc).
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

The closest airport to the school is San Sebastián Airport (EAS).

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to San Sebastián based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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