CastiLa

Spanish language school in Granada, Spain

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About CastiLa

Language school CastiLa was founded in 1988 by a group of Spanish teachers who felt a true passion and enthusiasm for their language and culture. Castila is located in the Albaicin district, an Arab district in the center of Granada overlooking the Alhambra. The area is characterized by an abundance of greenery, narrow car-free streets, graceful fountains and traditional white-painted houses. CastiLa is located in a white, traditional house with beautiful gardens. The school is medium in size, and classes have a maximum group size of 6 students, which keeps the lessons intimate. This means that staff are able to dedicate more time to each student. The school is Cervantes accredited, scores excellent reviews and the teachers are professionally trained to guarantee the quality of the language lessons.

What we like and dislike about CastiLa

  • CastiLa is an accredited school
  • Reviewed as an exceptional school by
  • Located in characteristic neighbourhood: Albaicin
  • Unique private school building
  • Beautiful private garden
  • Green environment
  • Uitzicht op Alhambra

Where the school is located

Pl. de San Nicolás, 3, Albaicín, 18010 Granada, Spain

What the school has to offer

  • Located near public transport
  • Free WiFi
  • Reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Computers
  • Study rooms
  • Located in historic center
  • Located in a quiet area
  • Garden
  • Officially registered exam location

Student reviews

Exceptional Based on 36 reviews

Categories:

Atmosphere 10
Pricing 10
Activities 10
Quality lessons 10
School staff 10
Teachers 10
School location 10

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Adam Mackstaller
10

Best Spanish school in Granada with amazing teachers and immersion

"¡By far the BEST Spanish language school in Granada! I've been participating in classes with Castila on and off since 10/2015 (and initially attended two other schools in Granada for comparison). The owners and professors at Castila have become my second family. They are the most dedicated to their craft and care tremendously about the progress and development of their students. They create an environment that is not just classroom based but a full cultural emersion. I have achieved one of my life goals of speaking Spanish fluently, thanks in large part to Castila. If there was such a thing as 6 stars, they would deserve it!"

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Richard C
10

Excellent teachers and engaging, fun lessons

"The first thing that one must say is that everyone working at CastiLa is truly the best and most likeable sort of person. Secondly, I must say that their method of using several professors is brilliant. You will learn quickly all of the difficult verbs. Professors will use humor and various activities to make learning fun."

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Peanut
10

Flexible schedules and engaging teachers at CastiLa in Granada

"I took three weeks of Spanish classes at the B1 and B2 levels. The professors were super flexible about creating a schedule that worked for me, making sure I got a good experience and good value for the fee. I enjoyed their approach to learning Spanish, especially the grammar, which can be a bit dry but they brought life to so many nuances of the language. Each professor has a different style, which I really liked. It never got dull! I highly recommend CastiLa for all levels. If I’m in Granada again I’ll surely take more refresher classes."

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T Colby
10

CastiLa Granada: Flexible, engaging teachers and great value

"I took three weeks of Spanish classes at the B1 and B2 levels. The professors were super flexible about creating a schedule that worked for me, making sure I got a good experience and good value for the fee. I enjoyed their approach to learning Spanish, especially the grammar, which can be a bit dry but they brought life to so many nuances of the language. Each professor has a different style, which I really liked. It never got dull! I highly recommend CastiLa for all levels. If I’m in Granada again I’ll surely take more refresher classes."

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Harriet Runcie
10

Friendly language school with fantastic teachers and great activities

"Great language school. Very friendly and helpful. Fantastic teachers. Lots of optional trips and activities. Nice building with pretty garden."

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k Ren
10

Magical location, effective programs and outstanding teachers

"I started at Castila under the 100 year-old fig tree in "Garden School" and worked my way up to "Mirador" school. The location is magical and the programs are highly effective. I cannot recommend it more highly. Thank you! Antonios and all of the excellent teachers. Muchisimas gracias!"

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School accreditations

Accreditations are a proof of quality and a guarantee that the school meets the highest standards.

  • FEDELE
  • Instituto Cervantes
  • CCSE
  • Bildungsurlaub

Student demographics

Age groups

Age distribution breakdown:

  • Under 18: 32% (32 students)
  • Between 18-24: 15% (15 students)
  • Between 25-34: 13% (13 students)
  • Between 35-50: 18% (18 students)
  • 50+: 22% (22 students)

Nationalities

Nationality distribution breakdown:

  • United States: 57.14%
  • United Kingdom: 23.81%
  • Switzerland: 19.05%

After-school activities and excursions

CastiLa organises a varying number of activities per week with other students from the school. Some activities are free, others are possible for a small fee. The school also offers a free welcoming activity.

The images shown are for illustration purposes and are not from the actual activity from this school.

Welcoming event

Sport activities

Football

Dancing class

Yoga

Horseriding

Padel

Dancing class

Beach volleyball

Hiking

Flamenco class

Local market

Day-excursion to another city

Day-excursions

Weekend excursion

Tapastour

Wine tasting

Cooking class

Lunch with teachers

Quiz night

Movie nights

Social activities

Salsa lessons

Guitar lessons

Soccer match

Theme nights

Intercultural lunch

Discover the city

Urban art tour

City tour

Guided city walk

Guided tours

Walking tour

Museum visit

Architectural visit

Concerts

Cultural classes

Dancing show

Jazz night

Visiting historical buildings

How the school teaches

CastiLa's Intensive Spanish Course utilizes a unique teaching methodology that seamlessly combines grammar practice with communicative exercises. This approach ensures you build a strong foundation in both the structural and practical aspects of the Spanish language. By engaging in a sequence of interactive activities, you can expect to enhance your language skills through continuous, active participation.

With a maximum of six students per group, you receive personalized attention and ample opportunities to practice speaking, listening, and understanding Spanish in real-life contexts. The rotation of teachers provides you with diverse perspectives and varied teaching styles, enriching your learning experience. This dynamic environment fosters a supportive community where you can confidently develop your language proficiency. Through this immersive and interactive approach, CastiLa enables you to effectively progress in your Spanish learning journey, preparing you to communicate comfortably and fluently in everyday situations.
  • Focus on speaking and communication
  • Interactive and engaging activities
  • Small group sizes for personalized attention

Meet the teachers

Miguel Farfán

Spanish teacher - CastiLa

Manuel Perales

Spanish teacher - CastiLa

Gloria Valdivia

Spanish teacher - CastiLa

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Spanish courses

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Available courses
102 Intensive course 30 l/w
30 group lessons per week
General Spanish course
101 Intensive course 20 l/w Most popular
20 group lessons per week
General Spanish course
103 Trimester and semester course 20 l/w
20 group lessons per week
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Private course
10 private lessons per week
Private course
DELE exam preparation course 25 l/w
25 lessons per week
Exam preparation course

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Address
CastiLa
Plaza de San Nicolás 3, 18010 Granada
18010, Granada, Spain
Course cancellation policy
CastiLa cancellation policy

Cancellation Policy:

  • Full refund if cancellation is communicated at least 15 days before the start date, minus a €120 deposit. This deposit can be applied to another course within the next two years.
  • If cancellation is communicated less than 15 days before the start date, the student must pay for two weeks of course and accommodation fees. The course fee for these two weeks can be used for a future course. Any difference from the total amount for the stay will be refunded.
  • Once the course has begun, no total or partial cancellation is allowed. However, management may allow the course booking to be postponed to another period. A signed, stamped, and transferable document will be provided to the student for this purpose.
  • For accommodation, fees for two weeks of the remaining booking must be paid if the course is postponed after it has started.
Accommodation cancellation policy
Super flexible free cancellation This is an Extralingo preferred policy

100% refund on the accommodation price up to 15 days before arrival, 10% cancellation fee between 13 and 1 days before arrival. No refunds on the day of check-in.
Payment policy
Flexible (recommended) This is an Extralingo preferred policy

A down payment of 30% is due upon booking and the full payment is due 29 days before arrival.
Visa information

For Residents of the EU/EEA and Switzerland

  • No visa required to study in Spain.

For Non-EU/EEA and Swiss Citizens

  • Less than 90 days: Schengen visa required.
  • More than 90 days: National Student Visa (Visado de Estudiante) required.
Upcoming Regional and National Holidays
National holidays in Granada, Spain

Granada has the following national holidays. Please note that schools might be closed on these days. The school will inform you about the exact dates once you request a booking.

National holidays in Granada, Spain
Name: Date:
National Day of Spain 12 October 2026
Constitution Day 6 December 2026
Immaculate Conception 8 December 2026
Day of Andalucía 28 February 2027
Maundy Thursday 25 March 2027
National Day of Spain 12 October 2027
Constitution Day 6 December 2027
Frequently asked questions
Are the teachers native speakers?
Yes, all of the teachers at CastiLa are native speakers, ensuring authentic language learning experiences.
Is there an emergency contact at the school?
Yes, CastiLa has an emergency contact available for all students that need immediate assistance. This contact will be provided before your arrival at the school.
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