General Courses
4 coursesEveryday classes for speaking, listening, reading and writing. The starting point for most students.
- 10–30 lessons a week
- 1 to 52 weeks
- Every level
€100–€320 per week
Longer stays cost less per week.
See the 4 coursesAcademia Contacto Madrid
- Class size
- Max 10 7 on average
- Average age
- 29 younger in summer
- Minimum age
- 17
- Classrooms
- 13
- Nationalities
- 15
About Academia Contacto
Academia Contacto Madrid has taught Spanish from the same ground-floor building in Chamberí since 2001, on the edge of Madrid's tourist centre and next door to Chueca. Groups stay small, averaging seven students and never exceeding ten, and the school holds accreditation from five recognised bodies, including Instituto Cervantes and FEDELE.
All teachers are native Spanish speakers with university degrees and teaching qualifications, and they lead the cultural activities themselves after class. The school belongs to the Linguaschools network, which runs several Spanish schools across Spain and South America.
Is Academia Contacto right for you?
This suits students who want small classes and a sociable, mixed community in a lively neighbourhood near Madrid's nightlife. Students who prefer a large, campus-style school with bigger groups would be better served elsewhere.
A good fit if you…
- Want small classes in a lively atmosphere
- Enjoy a mixed, international student community
- Like combining lessons with cultural activities
- Prefer a personal, boutique-style school
- Want to be based near Chueca's nightlife
Keep in mind…
- Compact, boutique-scale school
- Busier in peak season
Plan your language trip
Start with the students. Start date, trip length and language level are set per student next.
Courses at Academia Contacto Madrid
To see all courses, exact prices and full details, use the planner above.
Pathway Courses
2 coursesA full programme aimed at university entry, with credits that count.
- 20 lessons a week
- 32 to 52 weeks, fixed start dates
- Every level
€111–€143 per week
See the 2 coursesGeneral + Private Courses
2 coursesOne teacher, one student. Content and pace follow whatever you need to work on.
- 25–30 lessons a week
- 1 to 52 weeks
- Every level
€320–€470 per week
Longer stays cost less per week.
See the 2 coursesPrivate Courses
3 coursesOne teacher, one student. Content and pace follow whatever you need to work on.
- 5–20 lessons a week
- 1 to 52 weeks
- Every level
€175–€700 per week
See the 3 courses
Plan your trip
Dates, availability and your price for the course you pick.
Accommodations at Academia Contacto Madrid
2 ways to live in Madrid, all booked through the school. The stay period follows your course automatically.
Shared Flat
2 staysYour own room in a flat with housemates. You cook for yourself.
- Single Room and Double Room
- No meals
€175–€225 per week
Sunday to Saturday.
- Shared flat from €175
- Shared flat from €225
Host Family
2 familiesA private room in a local household, with meals at the table. The most of the language you will speak outside class.
- Single Room and Double Room
- Breakfast or half board
€210–€250 per week
Sunday to Saturday. Your family is matched after booking.
- Family from €210
- Family from €250
Plan your trip
Rooms, meal plans and prices for your own dates.
Choose the best time to visit Academia Contacto
See how busy the school typically is throughout the year and choose the month that best suits your preferences.
Madrid in July: 34°C
Madrid in January: 11°C
September: Busy
Numbers are climbing towards the high season. The school already feels lively, and there is still room to choose the course and start date you want.
Classes fill up quickly this month.
Busyness describes how full the school is, not class size or who you will study with.
What classes are like at Academia Contacto
Standard group lessons run from 9:30am to 1:30pm, with most general classes scheduled in the morning. Your level is checked before you arrive through an online test and a follow-up conversation, so you start straight away in the group that matches where you already are. Groups stay small, averaging 7 students and never exceeding 10, which keeps everyone talking rather than listening. Your lesson time is set according to your course and level.
7
students on average, never more than 10
10–30
lessons a week, your choice
All levels
from total beginner to C2
Social life at Academia Contacto
Academia Contacto draws an international group of students, with no single nationality dominating and Europeans making up the largest share overall. The average age shifts with the seasons, from a younger, more summer-holiday crowd to an older, more settled group during the rest of the year. With the vast majority of students travelling on their own, meeting people tends to happen through the school itself rather than through people you arrived with. Between classes, the shared communal areas and the weekly activity programme give you places to run into other students, from the common lounge to teacher-led workshops and tastings. A few concrete spaces and activities are where those first conversations actually start.
Men and women
Slightly more women than men, though not by much.
This mix of men and women is an average from recent years, a guide rather than a guarantee for your visit.
Student age
17+Admitted from
24Average in summer
29Outside peak season
Age distribution
- Under 18: 15%
- 18-24: 30%
- 25-34: 25%
- 35-50: 15%
- 50+: 15%
These ages are averages from recent years, a guide rather than a guarantee for your visit.
15 nationalities
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Italy
12%
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Germany
12%
-
United Kingdom
12%
-
France
12%
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Netherlands
10%
-
United States
8%
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Switzerland
3%
-
China
2%
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South Korea
2%
-
Poland
2%
- Other 25%
This mix of nationalities is an average from recent years, a guide rather than a guarantee for your visit.
A day at Academia Contacto
A weekday here, as most students experience it.
What you do outside class at Academia Contacto
Five activities run every week, often led by the same teachers who taught you that morning. Expect a mix of museum visits, flamenco or salsa classes, tapas tastings and language exchange evenings, alongside excursions and weekend trips organised by the school. City walking tours and conversation tables are among the activities included for free.
Ways to meet people
Common Lounge
Relax in the school's shared common lounge between classes, a communal space open to all students.
Language Buddy Match
Join the language buddy match activity to connect with another student for Spanish practice outside class.
Conversation Table
Take part in the free conversation table, an open session where students practise speaking Spanish together.
International Dinner
Sit down for an international dinner where students from different countries share a meal together.
Activities you can join at Academia Contacto
Facilities and quality marks at Academia Contacto
13 classrooms
Comfort
- High-Speed Wi-Fi Throughout
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
General
- Reception
- Printing & Scanning
- Prayer Room
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Accessible Restrooms
Social spaces
- Common Lounge
Study
- Library
Accreditations
Memberships
Exam centres
Funding and study leave
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- CSN Sweden
Safety & wellbeing at Academia Contacto
From the day you arrive, you have a designated support contact at the school, plus a way to reach someone outside normal opening hours. You're given emergency numbers on arrival and a safety briefing that covers what to do if something goes wrong. During school hours, staff are on site, and a first-aid trained team member is scheduled every day.The school follows a formal safeguarding policy and keeps track of student attendance. If a medical emergency arises, staff will help you get to a hospital or call an ambulance, and they'll liaise with your insurance company or point you towards the right assistance. If you lose your passport or ID, staff will help you contact your consulate.
30 to 60 minute response
Emergency response takes 30 to 60 minutes on average.
First-aid cover every day
30% of staff are trained in first aid, with someone scheduled daily.
No serious incidents in two years
The school recorded no serious safety incidents in the past two years.
Where Academia Contacto is
C. de Raimundo Lulio, 7, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain
Nearby
- Academia Contacto School location
- Carrefour Express 1 minutes’ walk
- Luchana - Plaza Chamberí 2 minutes’ walk
What students say about Academia Contacto
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Jan 2026
Practical information at Academia Contacto
The key school facts, terms and travel information in one place.
School details Address, minimum age and lesson details
●Address
Academia Contacto Madrid
C. de Raimundo Lulio, 7, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain
C. de Raimundo Lulio, 7, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain
●Minimum age
17 years
●Classrooms
13
Booking, payment and cancellation The terms that apply to your language trip
●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.
●Cancel and change
Course and accommodation terms can differ. Read the full cancellation terms before you book.
Travel, visa and closing days Information that can depend on your nationality and travel dates
●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.
●Airport transfer
€35 one way, €70 return, Round-trip airport transfer
●School closings
Madrid 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 Day of Spain (Fiesta Nacional de España)
12 October 2026
Constitution Day (Día de la Constitución)
6 December 2026
Immaculate Conception (Inmaculada Concepción)
8 December 2026
National Day of Spain (Fiesta Nacional de España)
12 October 2027
Constitution Day (Día de la Constitución)
6 December 2027
●Student life questions
Frequently asked questions about Academia Contacto
Practical answers about the school and your stay.
Is it easy to get around from the school?
Yes. A metro stop is just two minutes on foot from the school, so getting across Madrid for lessons, activities or evenings out is easy.
Where can I pick up groceries or everyday essentials?
A Carrefour Express is one minute's walk away, handy for topping up on snacks, drinks or anything else you need between classes.
Can I stay connected during breaks and free time?
The school has high-speed Wi-Fi throughout, including in the common lounge and study areas, so you can check emails or catch up with friends whenever you have a gap in your day.
Are the teachers native speakers?
Yes, all of the teachers at Academia Contacto Madrid are native speakers, ensuring authentic language learning experiences.
Is there an emergency contact at the school?
Yes, Academia Contacto Madrid 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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