1) Snapshot
Format: 4 weeks · Homestay in Santiago, Chile · 20 classroom hours/week + activities · Monday–Friday classes, weekend excursions.
Who it’s for: Adults/teens (16+) seeking immersive Spanish with a vetted local host family in safe, well‑connected neighborhoods (Ñuñoa, Providencia, Las Condes, Santiago Centro).
Outcomes: Communicate confidently in everyday situations; expand vocabulary about Chilean culture; improve listening/pronunciation (with focus on Chilean Spanish). Certificate of Completion provided.
Levels: A1–B1 (two tracks run in parallel). Placement test on Day 1.
2) Weekly Learning Plan
Week 1 — Survival Spanish & City Basics
- Greetings, introductions, numbers, directions, ordering food, transport.
- Chilean Spanish essentials: “cachai”, “po”, everyday slang.
- Cultural focus: Santiago orientation walk; safety & transport briefing.
Week 2 — Daily Life & Social Spanish
- Past & future forms in context; shopping, markets, health & appointments.
- Pronunciation clinic (yeísmo, s‑aspiration); listening to real accents.
- Cultural workshop: Chilean cuisine (empanadas), local market visit (La Vega).
Week 3 — Storytelling & Opinions
- Narrating experiences, giving opinions, comparisons, invitations.
- Functional tasks: calling/voice notes, messaging etiquette.
- Cultural workshop: Cueca dance intro + music of Chile.
Week 4 — Projects & Real‑World Tasks
- Mini‑project: plan a weekend trip (budget, itinerary, bookings) and present.
- Job/uni scenarios (optional): CV basics, email tone, short presentations.
- Cultural workshop: Museum/heritage visit (Museo de la Memoria or Bellas Artes).
3) Typical Weekly Schedule (Mon–Sun)
Monday–Friday
- 08:00–08:45 Breakfast with host family (speaking practice)
- 09:30–11:10 Spanish Class (Core)
- 11:10–11:30 Break
- 11:30–13:10 Spanish Class (Skills: listening/speaking)
- 13:10–15:00 Lunch break (try local menus; optional teacher‑led outing)
- 15:00–16:30 Activity/Workshop or Study Hall (Mon/Wed/Fri)
- 18:30–20:00 Family time: conversation tasks, daily reflection
Saturday
- Full‑day excursion options (rotating): Valparaíso & Viña del Mar; Cajón del Maipo; Maipo wine valley; Cerro San Cristóbal & Bellavista street art tour.
Sunday
- Free day with host family or self‑guided exploration (task sheet provided).
4) Activities & Cultural Immersion (included)
- Neighborhood orientation + metro card setup (Bip!).
- Street‑food tasting & market Spanish (La Vega/Los Dominicos or similar).
- Chilean Spanish slang mini‑course (“chilenismos”) with role‑plays.
- Cooking session: empanadas or pastel de choclo (ingredients shared).
- Cueca basics + Chilean music playlist challenge.
- Museum visit or historic center photo‑walk (Plaza de Armas–Lastarria).
Optional add‑ons (extra cost): Concha y Toro/Undurraga winery tour; surf day in Maitencillo; ski day (seasonal); private 1:1 tutoring (5–10 h/week).
5) Homestay Standards
- Private bedroom (desk, Wi‑Fi), shared or private bathroom.
- Half‑board on class days (breakfast + dinner) and light lunch on weekends, or full‑board upgrade.
- Host screening, orientation, and ongoing support line (English/Spanish).
- Max 2 students per home (separate rooms). Special diets available on request.
6) What’s Included
- 80 classroom hours over 4 weeks + activity program.
- Placement test, learning materials, digital workbook & task sheets.
- Certificate of Completion (attendance ≥ 85% and final project).
- Welcome pack (SIM card assistance, metro card guidance, city map).
- Airport pickup (SCL) window 07:00–22:00 on official arrival day.
- 24/7 emergency contact during stay.
Not included: Flights, travel/health insurance (mandatory), personal expenses, optional add‑ons.
7) Assessment & Support
- Day 1 placement + goals check.
- Weekly progress check & feedback.
- Week 2 mid‑term speaking check.
- Week 4 final project presentation & exit interview with study plan.
8) Location & Safety
- Class venues in central, safe areas (Providencia/Ñuñoa/Lastarria corridor).
- Public transport: Metro lines 1/3/5 near classrooms; Bip! prepaid card setup.
- Safety briefing (street awareness, payments, trusted apps: Uber, DiDi, Cabify).
9) Admissions & Dates
- Start dates: Every Monday (year‑round, except national holidays).
- Age: 16+ (under‑18s require parental consent).
- Visa: Most students enter as tourists; check Chile’s current entry rules.
- Language level: Absolute beginners accepted; dual‑track classes.
How to apply (3 steps):
- Submit application & preferred dates (min. 14 days in advance).
- Take online placement test + host preference survey.
- Receive confirmation, invoice, and pre‑arrival pack.