FAQs (Frequently asked questions)

Registration and payment

How do I register?
You can register at Inhispania by filling out our online form or you can also register by visiting one of our offices.

How do I make the payment?
When you register with us, you will have to make an upfront payment. The amount of this payment will vary depending on the duration of your course and whether your programme includes accommodation.

This payment can be made:

• by credit card on the internet (secure environment);
• by bank transfer (the charges of the transfer will be the responsibility of the student);
• in cash, by visiting one of our offices.
• The rest of the cost of the programme must be paid on the first day of the class.

Do I have to pay anything else on top of the price of the course and accommodation?

You have to pay a registration fee of 50 euros for all of our programmes. This includes the text book for your entry level, unlimited internet connection in the school, a welcome pack, use of our library and an attendance certificate.

The price of the course also includes the costs of the organisation of our extracurricular activities and the accompanying monitor/teacher. Students only have to pay the direct costs of transport, food, entrance tickets, etc. for some activities.

The registration fee covers the text book for your entry level. If you advance to a higher level/s, you will need to buy a new book for each level for the cost of 15 euros (level A/B) and 22 euros (level C).

Any taxes (VAT etc.) are included in the price.

Is there a minimum age for participating in the courses?
Parents should take into account that the minimum recommended age for taking part in Inhispania’s general courses is 16. Inhispania’s courses are designed for adult students and we don’t offer specific programmes for under 16s (except for programmes for private groups). However, we accept registrations for students who are under 16 if their parents consider their child to be sufficiently motivated and possess the necessary maturity to participate in an adult class.

How long is each “class”?
Inhispania’s courses are structured into classes. For the intensive and super-intensive courses in groups, each “class” lasts for 45 minutes. For the regular/evening courses (twice a week) and for the private courses, each “class” lasts 60 minutes. For the rest of the programmes, the “classes” are always 45 minutes, unless indicated otherwise.

Which programme should I choose?
When you are choosing your programme you should take into account the number of classes you would like to have per day and the duration of these classes. You must also decide whether you want to have a shared course with a group or if you would prefer to include private classes. You can email us at info@inhispania.com and our team will recommend the best programme to meet your needs.

How many levels are there?
Inhispania offers courses in 6 main levels, which are divided into sub-levels. The levels at Inhispania follow the guidelines of the Council of Europe’s Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and are adapted to the curriculum plan of the Instituto Cervantes.

How do I know which level to register for?
Before beginning the course, you will have to take a level test (this is completely free). You can take the test on our website or in person at the school. You must take the level test at least one week before the start of your course. Using the results of the test we will assign you a level.

When will I be given my timetable?
We will give you your timetable during the week before the beginning of your course. The intensive and super-intensive courses are always from Monday to Friday. For the intensive courses the timetable can be from 10am to 1.05pm o from 2pm to 5pm. For the super-intensive courses the timetable is from 10am to 3.30pm (with a lunch break from 1.15pm to 2pm.) The Spanish culture course (Module +5) is always from 1.15pm to 2pm. The regular/evening courses are in the evenings on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday from 7pm to 9pm. The rest of the courses have variable timetables.

What are the payment and cancellation conditions?
The payment and cancellation conditions can be found on the registration form and at the following link.

Preparation

Do I need to study anything before beginning the course?
No, this is not necessary.

What materials do I need to bring?
We recommend that you bring a notebook, a dictionary and writing materials.

Will I receive a Student Manual?
Yes, during the week before your course starts we will send you a Student Manual in which you will find detailed information about your stay.

How can I personalise my course?
In the same email as that of the Student Manual, you will find a needs analysis questionnaire. You can print this and give it to your teacher on the first day of class.

Is there a minimum number of students needed for the course to go ahead?
No, if we have accepted your registration, your course is guaranteed for the level and dates that you have chosen.

What insurance does the school offer?
To receive medical assistance, EU students and students from countries that have an agreement in this field with Spain, should apply for a European Health Insurance Card. All other students must buy private medical insurance.

Students have the option to buy student travel insurance (Segurviaje) through the school with Mapfre Asistencia or through the international insurance provider CareMed. For more information about insurance, please follow this link.

Inhispania has several insurance contracts with the company Allianz. The total cover of our civil responsibility is 600,000 euros per accident (with an annual limit of 2,400,000 euros) and 90,000 euros per victim. The details of this cover can be found at the following link.

During the course

What is the school philosophy, mission and vision?
Inhispania was founded with our students in mind, with the goal of offering a positive and motivating learning experience during their stay in Madrid. Mainly targeted towards adult learners as well as young adults, we provide a motivating environment with the student in the center of the learning process.

That being said, Inhispania aims to provide high quality language learning programs with a solid academic foundation as well as additional services (after-school activities, accommodation, etc.) that allow our students to develop their communication skills in Spanish – and at the same time, discover a new culture and meet other international students.

Outside the course timetable, can I stay in the school?
Of course, this is what we want you to do! Unlike other schools, Inhispania offers large comfortable areas for taking a break and for studying. You can spend as much time as you want in this area, within our opening hours.

Does Inhispania offer self-study materials?
Yes. All students can participate for free in a complimentary course of self-study (available for levels A1, A2, B1 and B2). On the computers in the library there are also study programs. Also, you can make use of books, reading series, grammar books etc. from our wide bibliography.

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