Spanish language schools in Madrid, Spain

Spanish courses in Madrid

Imagine a city where life is buzzing around the clock, where every corner is soaked in history, art, and vivid emotions, and where the Spanish language sounds pure, clear, and beautiful. That city is Madrid — the heart of Spain and the favorite destination of thousands of students who have decided to immerse themselves in learning Spanish. Here you don’t just gain knowledge, but fully plunge into the lively and unique atmosphere of real Spain.

Advantages of Madrid for learning Spanish

• The first and most important advantage of Madrid is the classic, clear, and “correct” Spanish language. Unlike regions where Catalan, Basque, or Galician are spoken, Madrid has no other official languages. This makes understanding easier and helps quickly develop conversational skills without confusion or language barriers.
• But language is far from the only reason to choose Madrid. It is a city that never gets bored and never sleeps. At any time of the year, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, theatrical performances, and countless events of every taste take place here. You can immerse yourself daily in Spanish culture and communicate with locals, which is the best way to reinforce learned words and expressions.
• Moreover, Madrid is a powerful business center, which gives students unique opportunities to combine language courses with professional internships or even jobs. It is the ideal choice for ambitious students who want not only to learn the language but also to gain experience working in an international environment.
• The central location of the capital is another undeniable plus. From Madrid, you can travel to almost any corner of Spain within a few hours. The sea, mountains, La Rioja vineyards, or ancient cities of Andalusia — all are accessible, convenient, and inexpensive.
• And of course, the special charm of Madrid is its people. Madrileños are known for their friendliness, openness, and sense of humor. They will not only help you settle in but also gladly talk with you in Spanish. Moreover, many locals do not speak English very well, so you will simply have no choice but to start speaking Spanish!

Disadvantages of Madrid for learning Spanish

• However, life in a big city has its downsides. First of all, it is the relatively high cost of living, especially compared to small Spanish towns. Housing, food, and entertainment can be more expensive here.
• It is also important to consider the pace of life in the capital. Madrid never quiets down, which is not always suitable for students who prefer a quiet, relaxed atmosphere.

Language schools in Madrid

Madrid offers a huge variety of language schools and programs for every taste and budget. There are 29 official training centers and several dozen specialized schools where you can choose programs ranging from basic Spanish to preparation for prestigious international exams (DELE, CCSE, SIELE). Pay attention to the schools below; all prices are in euros.

Spanish language school Luis Vives Madrid

Spanish language school Luis Vives in Madrid is a cozy and professional center located in the very heart of the capital, on Arenal street, just a few steps from Puerta del Sol square. Since 1999, the school has been helping foreign students master the Spanish language, offering quality education and a friendly atmosphere.

School name	20 lessons per week / 2 weeks	20 lessons per week / 4 weeks	20 lessons per week / 8 weeks	30 lessons per week / 2 weeks	30 lessons per week / 4 weeks	30 lessons per week / 8 weeks
Luis Vives Madrid	346	576	1152	480	796	1592

The language school does not offer accommodation options, so you will have to take care of housing yourself.

Spanish language school Enforex Madrid

Spanish language school Enforex Madrid is a modern, fully renovated two-story school in the heart of the Argüelles district, a few minutes from Plaza de España and Malasaña, with 40 spacious, air-conditioned classrooms, a library, video rooms, and free Wi-Fi throughout the campus. The language school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes and FEDELE, which guarantees the highest teaching standards.

School name	20 lessons per week / 2 weeks	20 lessons per week / 4 weeks	20 lessons per week / 8 weeks	30 lessons per week / 2 weeks	30 lessons per week / 4 weeks	30 lessons per week / 8 weeks
Enforex Madrid	453	871	1627	713	1391	2587

Accommodation cost in a local host family (single room, half board):

• 2 weeks - 710 euros
• 4 weeks - 1420 euros
• 8 weeks - 2840 euros

Spanish language school don Quijote Madrid

Spanish language school Don Quijote Madrid is a modern school in the center of the Argüelles neighborhood, just 5 minutes from Plaza de España and Gran Vía, located in a recently renovated building with 38 bright, spacious classrooms, a library, multimedia center, computer room, vending machines with drinks, and free Wi-Fi throughout the campus. The language school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes, FEDELE, and the Madrid Chamber of Commerce, guaranteeing high teaching standards and professional preparation for DELE, SIELE, and business Spanish exams.

School name	20 lessons per week / 2 weeks	20 lessons per week / 4 weeks	20 lessons per week / 8 weeks	30 lessons per week / 2 weeks	30 lessons per week / 4 weeks	30 lessons per week / 8 weeks
don Quijote Madrid	515	995	1875	735	1435	2675

Accommodation cost in a local host family (single room, half board):

• 2 weeks - 710 euros
• 4 weeks - 1420 euros
• 8 weeks - 2840 euros

Spanish language school Linguaschools Madrid

Spanish language school Linguaschools Madrid is a cozy school in the very center of the La Latina district, near Puerta del Sol (Cra de S. Jerónimo, 5, 3rd floor), where classes take place in small groups (up to 10 people) in 5 bright multimedia classrooms with air conditioners, interactive screens, and free Wi-Fi. The school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes and CSN, guaranteeing high teaching standards according to the CEFR.

School name	20 lessons per week / 2 weeks	20 lessons per week / 4 weeks	20 lessons per week / 8 weeks	30 lessons per week / 2 weeks	30 lessons per week / 4 weeks	30 lessons per week / 8 weeks
Linguaschools Madrid	400	720	1360	630	1160	2200

Accommodation cost in a local host family (single room, half board):

• 2 weeks - 530 euros
• 4 weeks - 1040 euros
• 8 weeks - 2040 euros

Spanish language school inhispania Madrid

Spanish language school inhispania Madrid is located just a few steps from Gran Vía and Sol metro station, with a bright, modernist interior decorated with neon signs and murals. It has 18 spacious, bright, and air-conditioned classrooms, its own library, cinema, computer room, cafeteria, and free Wi-Fi throughout the campus. The school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes and offers courses for all levels with the possibility to start any week.

School name	20 lessons per week / 2 weeks	20 lessons per week / 4 weeks	20 lessons per week / 8 weeks	30 lessons per week / 2 weeks	30 lessons per week / 4 weeks	30 lessons per week / 8 weeks
inhispania Madrid	421	747	1407	535	987	1847

Accommodation cost in a local host family (single room, half board):

• 2 weeks - 560 euros
• 4 weeks - 1120 euros
• 8 weeks - 2240 euros

Spanish language school ESTUDIO Sampere Madrid

Spanish language school Estudio Sampere Madrid is the first and leading Spanish language school located in the prestigious Salamanca district (C/ Don Ramón de la Cruz, 83), with 11 modern, air-conditioned classrooms and two spacious student areas, free Wi-Fi, and a room for online classes. The school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes and FEDELE, combining over 60 years of teaching experience with a proprietary teaching method (since 1956).

School name	20 lessons per week / 2 weeks	20 lessons per week / 4 weeks	20 lessons per week / 8 weeks	30 lessons per week / 2 weeks	30 lessons per week / 4 weeks	30 lessons per week / 8 weeks
ESTUDIO Sampere Madrid	499	891	1255	687	1239	1735

Accommodation cost in a local host family (single room, half board):

• 2 weeks - 657 euros
• 4 weeks - 1269 euros
• 8 weeks - 2493 euros

Spanish language school TANDEM Madrid

Spanish language school Tandem Madrid is a unique school located in a restored 19th-century palace at Calle Marqués de Cubas, 8, in the “Golden Triangle of Arts” near the Prado and Retiro museums; it has 14 bright, air-conditioned classrooms, an inner garden, multimedia hall, library, cafeteria, and free Wi-Fi throughout the territory. The school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes and FEDELE, groups up to 12 people. Note that compared to other Spanish language schools in Madrid, TANDEM Madrid offers a course of 22 lessons per week, not 22 lessons per week as other language schools do.

School name	22 lessons per week / 2 weeks	22 lessons per week / 4 weeks	22 lessons per week / 8 weeks	30 lessons per week / 2 weeks	30 lessons per week / 4 weeks
TANDEM Madrid	500	910	1690	1260	2520

Accommodation cost in a local host family (single room, half board):

• 2 weeks - 560 euros
• 4 weeks - 1120 euros
• 8 weeks - 2240 euros

Spanish language school Academia Paraninfo, Madrid

Spanish language school Academia Paraninfo Madrid is located in the very heart of Madrid, within walking distance of Sol metro station and the city’s key attractions. The school is accredited by Instituto Cervantes and offers flexible learning formats: from intensive group courses (20–25 lessons per week) to individual lessons and preparation for DELE and SIELE exams. In spacious, bright classrooms equipped with modern technology, native-speaking teachers use a communicative method, focusing on real situations. Thanks to small groups (up to 8 people) and regular cultural events, students gain not only language practice but also deep immersion in Madrid life.

School name	20 lessons per week / 2 weeks	20 lessons per week / 4 weeks	20 lessons per week / 8 weeks	25 lessons per week / 2 weeks	25 lessons per week / 4 weeks	25 lessons per week / 8 weeks
Academia Paraninfo, Madrid	430	810	1490	780	1510	2970

Accommodation cost in a local host family (single room, half board):

• 2 weeks - 549 euros
• 4 weeks - 1053 euros
• 8 weeks - 2061 euros

Cost of living in Madrid

Foreign students planning to live and study in Madrid should consider the following approximate expenses (2025):

• Monthly expenses excluding rent and Spanish course fees: about €806
• Rent: one-bedroom apartment in the center – approximately €1,380/month, outside the center – about €966/month. But keep in mind this is long-term rent. If you plan short-term study in Madrid, consider accommodation offered by language schools.
• Utilities (electricity, water, heating, garbage collection): about €167/month.
• Internet (60 Mbps and above, unlimited): about €30/month.
• Transport: single ticket – €1.50, monthly pass – about €33.

Cost of everyday purchases and food:

• Lunch in an inexpensive restaurant: about €15
• Milk (1 gallon/~3.8 L): €4.03; bread (1 lb): €1.34; eggs (12 pcs): €2.88.

This budget will allow you to live comfortably, eat, and move around the city while staying within the average cost of living for one person in Madrid.

Culture, attractions and nature in Madrid

Madrid is a true open-air museum where every corner breathes art and history. Imagine walking along the facades of the grand Prado Museum, admiring masterpieces by Velázquez and Goya, and then moving to the modern world of the Queen Sofía Center, where works by Picasso and Dalí are exhibited. Don’t miss the chance to stroll through the halls of the majestic Royal Palace to feel like a court painter of the 17th century for a moment, and afterwards arrange a picnic on the green lawns of Buen Retiro Park, enjoying the tranquility among fountains and boats on the pond.

If your soul seeks solitude with nature, go beyond the hustle: just an hour’s drive from the city lie the quiet forests and mountain trails of the Sierra de Guadarrama, and tiny medieval towns like Segovia and El Escorial will open you postcard landscapes and old streets where time seems to have stopped. Whether you decide to climb the observation deck of Moncloa hill or spend a day in the shady alleys of the Cañadas del Teide national park, Madrid and its surroundings will give you endless opportunities for unforgettable adventures and inspiration.

Safety in Madrid

According to Numbeo (2025):

• The overall crime rate in Madrid is rated as low (25.56 out of 100), although it has shown moderate growth over the past five years (52.81).
• Minor crimes (vandalism, theft) cause moderate concern (35.61), while violent crimes (assaults, armed robberies) are rated low (23.64).
• Concern about home burglary risk? — low (26.57). Risk of being robbed on the street — also low (28.13). Probability of theft or damage to a car — about 30% (22–32), also considered low.
• Corruption and bribery are perceived as a more serious problem (48.90 — moderate level).
• Safety indices: you can walk during the day with a feeling of complete safety (86.90 — very high), and safety remains high in the evening and at night (69.81).

Conclusion for foreign students: Madrid is one of the safest large cities in Europe. The main threat is petty street theft, especially in tourist areas, while the risk of violence remains low. Simple precautions (not leaving belongings unattended, being careful in the metro and main squares) will allow you to feel comfortable and focus on studying and living in the city.

Is it worth going?

As the old Spanish saying goes: “De Madrid al cielo” — “From Madrid to heaven.” This means there is simply no better city. If your goal is to learn to speak Spanish fluently, immerse yourself in true Spanish culture, and get unforgettable experiences, then Madrid will be the perfect choice. Here you will not only learn the language but also feel what it means to live life to the fullest Spanish style!