San Juan del Sur Spanish School

Information about Classes

Students come to SSS because of the quality of instruction and the highly effective, individualized lesson plans. Your Spanish teacher will build a customized curriculum based on your needs and preferences. All teachers are native speakers skilled in working with all levels of Spanish speakers.

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One-on-one classes with experienced teachers
Four hours of daily instruction (Mon - Fri)
All levels from beginner to advanced
Multiple flexible program options for students wanting classes only or fewer hours of instruction.

Multiple Program Options Available
Option 1: All inclusive (classes, activites, and homestay)
Option 2: Classes and activities only
Option 3: Classes only (3hr/day or 4hr/day)
Option 4: Tutoring by the hour

See our prices page for rates.

Students and Teachers at SJDS Spanish School

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Beautiful beach view from SSS

"I was so impressed with my experience at the school. The teachers were all so knowledgeable and friendly. I can't wait to go back!"
- Elizabeth H., Graduate Student Pennsylvania, USA

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"In January of 2006, I studied at the San Juan del Sur Spanish School. It had such a great trip that when I got back to Quebec, all I could do was talk about the wonderful time I had! One of the best things about SSS is that each student has his/her own teacher. This one-on-one setting allowed me to significantly improve my Spanish. Students all take a placement exam upon entering the school so that the teachers can adapt the curriculum according to each student’s needs. And, at the end, they take another exam to measure their progress.

You don’t only study Spanish from books in this school – thanks to the afternoon activities, I got to know many different places and learn about life in Nicaragua. If you want a friendly atmosphere and a great school director, teachers, and classmates, then I recommend that you go to study at SJDS Spanish School. And, one thing more, the school is right on the beach!"
-Jacqueline L., Retired Professor, Quebec Canada

Testimonials

"I had studied spanish before: 3 weeks in
Alicante (Spain) 2003, 3 weeks in Cuernavaca (Mexico) 2004 and 5 weeks in Nicaragua in 2005-2006! San Juan del Sur was the school I prefered: one to one teaching... I made tremendous progress; new activities in the afternoon for me... fishing in the Pacific ocean and canopy tour. But first of all I enjoyed the spirit of the school and its conscientiousness towards each student! I wish to return next year -- and I will not forget to walk on the sandy beach at 6 in the morning next to the school: it is free and good for the health!

I also liked the restaurants along the beach, a concert of a choir in the church, the special public market when a "crucero" stopped for one day at SJDS, the taste of the "nicaraguan" coffee, the beer Victoria, the rum Flor de Cana but more important the amiability of men and women and the security in the country. We walked and felt secure! And imagine what I still have to discover because I spent only 8 days in SJDS!"
-Rodrigue G., Retired School Director, Québec Canada

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My experience at SSS was excellent. I arrived in San Juan Del Sur speaking no Spanish and left four weeks later able to converse and even debate current events. Upon return to my university in the U.S. I was able to skip four semesters of Spanish and begin studying at the intermediate level right away. The instructors and staff were friendly and fun and the activities helped me get to know this gorgeous region and its culture.
-Liz R., Student, Massachusetts, USA

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