Description
A course designed for students of between 13 and 17 years old who wish to attend Spanish classes during their spring break. The programme is available for both individuals and small groups travelling with their teachers. It has a similar structure to our popular summer course which combines Spanish lessons with social activities, sports, excursions and visits.
Download the free PDF brochure
Summary
- Timetable: From 9:30hs to 13:00hs (Spanish classes)
Activities during the rest of the day. - Sessions per week: 15
- Max. students per class: 16
- Minimum age:13
- Duration of the course: 1-4 weeks
- Dates: Spring holidays
- Days: Monday to Friday
- Levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
- Accommodation included in the price: YES
- Accommodation options: Host family with full board.
Activities
Every Monday morning the students receive a detailed day-by-day weekly programme with the schedule of activities, meeting points, emergency numbers, etc.
- 3 afternoons of sports or social activities.
- A half-day visit to local places of interest: Benalmádena Pueblo, Mijas, Marbella...
- A full day excursion on Saturday to Granada, Seville, Cordoba, Malaga, Ronda or Nerja with entrance fees to the monuments.
- Supervision by our team of teachers/monitors.
- Supervised evening activities.
Programme 2026 (PDF):
- Placement test on arrival
- Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
- Textbook and school supplies
- Free internet access and activities
Questions and Answers
The programme is aimed at young people aged between 13 and 17.
Students attend their Spanish classes in the morning and participate in an organised programme of activities in the afternoon, which includes sports, culture and excursions.
We have groups for all levels of knowledge, covering from A1 to C1.
We offer host family accommodation with full board.
All of the young people are accompanied by school monitors and coordinators, who are responsible for safety.
It is recommended to bring comfortable clothing, trainers, a swimsuit, a beach towel, and sunscreen, as many activities take place outdoors and on the coast.
Yes, the vast majority of our families live within a 10 to 15-minute walk of the school.
The maximum number of students per class is 16. This allows for many group activities and communicative games.
Every Monday morning, students receive a detailed weekly schedule. This includes the day-by-day activity timetable, specific meeting points, and emergency telephone numbers.
The programme includes a local visit (choice of Málaga, Marbella, Mijas or Nerja) and a full-day excursion to major historical cities such as Ronda, Granada, Córdoba or Seville.
No, there is permanent supervision by our team of teachers and supervisors, who monitor students even during their leisure time to ensure their safety.
The school provides the teaching materials and the textbook. Students only need to bring a notebook and pens for their own notes.
Yes, upon completion of their stay, each student receives a Certificate of Attendance from Maravillas School (a centre accredited by the Cervantes Institute) which details the number of hours studied and the level achieved.
It is essential that the young person travels with their valid original ID card or Passport. Additionally, if they are a minor and travelling from outside of Spain, it is recommended that they carry a parental authorisation for minors (and the European Health Insurance Card.)
As it is a full board programme, students only need money for extras (ice creams, souvenirs). We recommend approximately €50-80 per week.
Sí, al ser comida casera hecha en la escuela, los jóvenes reciben una dieta equilibrada que incluye legumbres, carnes, pescados, verduras y frutas de temporada.
Parents must inform the school before arrival. The student must bring their medication with clear instructions.
Yes, Benalmádena has state-of-the-art health centres and hospitals just a few minutes away. In case of need, a supervisor will accompany the student and we will contact the parents immediately.
Absolutely. Benalmádena is a very safe and family-friendly tourist town. Colegio Maravillas is located in a quiet residential area where young people can walk to and from school in complete safety.
The course is held during the spring break (March/April), with a flexible duration of 1 to 4 weeks.
The youth programme includes 15 Spanish lessons per week, normally held from Monday to Friday between 9:30 and 13:00.
The programme includes a placement test on arrival, the textbook, all necessary school materials and a certificate of attendance upon completion of the course.
The programme includes 3 afternoons of sporting or social activities per week, as well as evening activities supervised by our team of monitors.
Yes, accommodation is included in the final price. Students stay with a host family on a full-board basis.
El de Primavera está disponible únicamente durante las vacaciones escolares de marzo o abril.
In Summer there are 4 afternoons of sports and daily dance classes. In Spring there are 3 afternoons of sports or social activities organised.
Yes, unlike the summer programme which is more for individuals, the spring one is designed for small groups to travel with their own teachers, making coordination easier. The school supports the tutor’s role by taking care of coordinating classes, accommodation, and all activities.
The Spring course is ideal, as it is specifically designed for small groups travelling accompanied by their own teachers.
No, the prices are the same for all Spanish levels. However, the budget varies according to the number of weeks of stay; the more weeks booked, the lower the price per week.
Yes, the programme includes a weekly laundry service done by the family. The students only need to worry about handing in their dirty clothes on the day the family indicates.
On full-day excursion days (like Saturdays), the host family prepares a «picnic« for them.