Spanish Express Reviews

My Spanish Express experience in Burgos with Alberto and Marisol exceeded my expectations. In this immersive environment I improved my listening ability as well as my speaking ability. Alberto and Marisol provided a very welcoming and encouraging experience and I enjoyed my time in their home very much. And I might add Marisol’s cooking was excellent! The walking tours of Burgos as well as the many excursions to local historical and natural sites added immensely to my experience. Also Alberto was a HUGE help in assisting me with the logistics involved with shipping extra suitcases to Spain and completing the NLV residency process in Spain…thank you!

Monica has been fantastic, she shared some great resources with me which were really useful for the exam. Monica is very friendly, patient, and intuitive to my learning requirements. Nothing was too much trouble and she was flexible with dates to suit me. I would definitely use Spanish Express again and I recommend them to anyone wishing to study Spanish and/or take an exam. Thank you Monica!

My son Tom spent two weeks staying at Pilar’s beautiful house near Valencia. He hadn’t spoken Spanish for a little while, but was soon right back, loving the language and thoroughly enjoying socialising and speaking with all of Pilar’s friends and family. There were lots of visits into the city and to nearby tourist attractions over the two weeks, as well as barbecues and paella making evenings. Tom made some fabulous memories on this trip. Pilar was an amazing host and Tom will definitely be keeping in contact with her. Really hope to see you soon!

I recently completed a Spanish Homestay Immersion with Spanish Express, and it was an unforgettable experience. I spent one week in Valencia with Pilar, where I learned Spanish alongside Christine from the U.S. We enjoyed lessons on Pilar's terraces, explored Valencia’s historic center and the Albufera, and savored authentic paella. The next three weeks were in Barcelona with Mónica, her parents, and their two Golden Retrievers. My lessons combined formal sessions and on-the-go learning as we visited iconic sites like the Sagrada Familia, Parc Güell, and Casa Milà. We used workbooks and played Spanish games, making learning both fun and immersive. The experience culminated in a surprise flamenco show arranged by Mónica. This program greatly improved my Spanish and deepened my understanding of Spanish culture, history, and gastronomy. It was an enriching experience that I’ll treasure as I continue my studies. A heartfelt thank you to Mónica and Pilar for making this journey so special.

My adult daughter (just a little over college age) and I recently had the privilege to spend a week with Pilar at her home in Gilet (located outside of Valencia). During our week there, Pilar cooked us delicious meals, set aside structured time for our lessons, and even managed to have enough energy to allow me to practice my Spanish conversation skills "just one more time" even late at night. Small cultural excursions were also part of the “package,” and one of our favorites was when Pilar included us in her family’s celebration of the San Juan Festival. This festival happens once a year, on the beach. It is time spent with families and friends, so of course, there is food and eating. So special, as one can see the beach lined with mini bon fires that individual families have created. Then at the precise moment of midnight, everyone goes into the sea and jumps over seven waves while asking for seven wishes. What a beautiful tradition that my daughter and I were able to be a part.

I sat the SIELE exam with Spanish Express, which I applied for at short notice to certify my level. Mónica was incredibly helpful with registration, and through every step of the process, including when I had some technical problems with the remote system. I received my results quicker than I could hope for, and the customer service was second to none. I highly recommend Spanish Express to anyone.

I’m home again after a fantastic week in Dosrius, Catalonia. I had high expectations and they were fulfilled. I really like the idea of homestay. You study and you learn a lot just to be in a family. The living by Mónica, her parents and two Golden Retrievers was pleasant and lovely in all ways. Fresh living in a beautiful and calm environment. Good and healthy food. We did some excursions together. I borrowed a bike and learned to know the surroundings and I also followed Mónica to the gym.

Incredibly helpful tutoring sessions, I would not have been able to pass my exam without Pilar’s help. Also wonderful customer service all around, would highly recommend.

The customer service from Spanish Express is nothing short of exceptional!! At very short notice, I needed to arrange some Spanish tuition for my son, who was taking the Siele exam. Monica was extremely helpful and had lessons arranged by the following day! Nathan’s tutor Pilar quickly identified my son’s learning needs and provided a customised learning plan to ensure he was prepared for his exam. Pilar was very flexible with the timing of the lessons and was able to work around his busy schedule. During the course of his tuition, I intermittently had to contact Monica with questions relating to my son’s progress and the upcoming exam. Monica’s responses were always very efficient and she also provided additional support and advice when needed. On one occasion, during her own time, Monica assisted us with Spanish translation for instructions on installing a specific program for the exam. I have never experienced such amazing customer service in all my years!! In my opinion, Spanish Express is a company dedicated to their students! They provide an outstanding level of tuition and customer support and I will be recommending their services to everyone! 5 stars for Spanish Express!! Thank you so much!!!

Mónica was great in helping me prepare for the exams, and she made me feel very comfortable and relaxed on the day of the exam. I highly recommend.

I did my SIELE certificate with Spanish Express and was particularly impressed by the smooth handling of the test in remote. The results arrived after just 1.5 weeks. The excellent support before, during and after the exam is very noteworthy. I was assisted with the registration process and advice on the possible study materials. The help was tailored to my needs and respected my situation and choice, not just trying to sell you something. Monica always answered all my questions as quickly as possible and even wrote back on weekends and public holidays.

When my son was 14 it was obvious that he needed some help with his Spanish, but we wanted to consider something different to a weekly tutoring session. Something that would challenge him, make him grow as an individual, and something (obviously!) that would help with his Spanish. And boy did we find that! Last year he went from the UK to Valencia for a week, this year Barcelona - both as homestays. And it has been the making of him. Not only did he get to explore growing up in a safe, nurturing and fun environment away from mum and dad, but he also got to learn and practice his spanish in spanish homes, schools, shops etc. He loved the fact that he got to travel on his own (we dropped him off, they picked him up directly from the airport) and that he got to try new foods and meet new people. Every day was a learning day - from just learning as you go/out and about, to structured lessons. Without a doubt I would recommend this to any child. Even better, I think he would recommend it. He is sitting his GCSE's as I type this, and I have no doubt that his Spanish mark will be much improved - and he is even considering doing it for A level.

My experience in the immersion course at the home of Professor Pilar Martínez in Valencia, Spain was exceptional and very enjoyable. The classes exceeded my expectations, and the cultural visits were wonderful from the get go. Professor Pilar is an excellent teacher, her personalized approach and passion for language teaching made learning easy and enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend this immersion course, especially with professor Pilar as the host and a great professional teaching Spanish.

Mónica is an exceptional tutor. She was teaching me prior my GCSE Spanish exams which I was taking a year earlier. She is not only a great professional and extremely knowledgeable but also what an amazing person as well! I have improved massively in Spanish due to her efforts for which I am very thankful for.

A big thanks to all the teachers at Spanish express for allowing me to develop a high level of all aspects of the spanish language that I didn’t know I could reach. From reading and listening, to writing and speaking, Spanish express have displayed mastery in teaching and resources with the sole aim of seeing their students excel. The great thing about Spanish express is that they don’t teach surface level Spanish, they teach in depth. For example, Along with developing confidence through speaking in spanish, they have focused on helping me strongly advance in things such as idioms, pronunciation and intonation which is vital yet often forgotten by others. At the start of the year I was unable to form grammatically correct sentences, yet now I am confident in forming complex structures and much more in all aspects. ¡Gracias Mónica, Eva y Pilar!

Thank you very much to my three teachers Monica, Eva and Pilar from Spanish express. They provided me with all the resources and knowledge about the Spanish A level course that I needed and have prepared me very well for my exams. It can be difficult to learn a second language but these teachers are kind, patient and keep the lessons engaging. The lessons also touch on the history of Spain which is really interesting and I’ve really enjoyed learning about as it helps too understand the culture and the language better. Spanish express is a great choice for anyone looking to study Spanish 👍🏼

Spanish Express is an absolute gem of a course for A Level preparation! Eva's expertise in writing and reading has been invaluable in honing my comprehension and composition skills, especially thanks to her excellent knowledge of the novel and the film. Pilar's meticulous attention to writing and listening tasks has truly elevated my understanding of the language. And Monica's dynamic approach to speaking has boosted my confidence to fluently communicate. Thanks to these three incredible teachers, I feel supremely prepared for my exam happening right now. Gracias, Spanish Express, for equipping me with the tools for success!

Spanish Express is the real thing. They went above and beyond to support me in my desire to learn Spanish in the context of intimate interaction with the people and culture. I couldn't be happier with my 2 week immersion in Spain and I'm already planning another adventure with them next year. My stay was with Oscar in Cadiz: he’s a fantastic teacher, good-hearted, smart and so patient! I will keep him close to my heart forever!

Monica was an amazing help for my older two boys and i would very much recommend this company for any help with Spanish!

I had a fantastic experience during my course last year in Valencia with Pilar Martinez. I had forgotten a lot of the Spanish I had learned previously as I hadn’t been practicing enough. I thought what better way than to have an immersive course? Right from the beginning, I found myself immersed into the culture and enjoyed the trip. Pilar took me around Valencia, which was beautiful and I had the opportunity to practice my Spanish with the locals. I left with a newfound confidence with my language capabilities and look forward to returning on my own to continue to develop my fluency.