Location
  • Panama
    • Panama City
Length
1 to 52 weeks
Language
Spanish
Health & Safety

Program Details

Language Level
Beginner
Immersion Level
Intensive Standard
Class Size
Small Class (1-7)
Weekly Classroom Hours
20
Housing
Apartment Guesthouse Host Family Hostel Hotel
Age Min.
15

Pricing

Starting Price
195
Price Details
Cost of each week of Small Group Intensive Course varies depending on the number of weeks you sign up for. The prices for the course are from $249 to $195 per week for the 20 hours depending on the number of weeks you sign up for.
What's Included
Activities Classes Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

Free Daily Social Activities (Sunset Bike Tour, Salsa Class, Happy Hour, Beach Volleyball)

What's Not Included
Accommodation Airfare
Nov 22, 2023
May 15, 2024
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About Program

Located in the UNESCO world heritage site of Casco Viejo, the safest neighborhood in Panama City and one of the coolest in Latin America. The Small Group Intensive is the school’s most popular course and the fastest way to learn Spanish in the shortest time possible.

Small class sizes, avg. 2 or 3 students per group and max of 4, ensure you get personalized attention and can practice speaking. From total beginners to advanced speakers we offer groups at all levels. The classes are very interactive and focused on conversation, to ensure you have the confidence to speak the language.

The course includes a workbook/textbook, free coffee, tea, wifi, and all the material we use in class as well as free daily activities such as sunset bike ride, brewery tour, salsa lessons, and volleyball. These activities are a great way to meet other students and practice your Spanish outside of class.

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Diversity & Inclusion

BIPOC Support

Casco Antiguo Spanish School recognizes the importance of culturally responsive teaching, recognizing and addressing systemic biases in education, fostering inclusive classroom environments, and providing access to resources and opportunities that promote equity and diversity. As language educators we aim to contribute to creating a more equitable and inclusive educational system that uplifts BIPOC communities.

LGBTQIA+ Support

Casco Antiguo Spanish School actively supports LGBTQIA+ causes in Panama (our founder is a board member of Panama's "It Get's Better" foundation) and aims to create a welcoming and safe environment for all of our students. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals, creating a safe space where all students can express their true selves while learning a new language.

Neurodivergent Support

At Casco Antiguo Spanish School we are dedicated to providing inclusive and supportive learning environments for neurodivergent individuals. Our experienced instructors are trained to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring that every student, regardless of their neurodiversity, can thrive in our language programs. We offer personalized support and resources to help neurodivergent learners excel in their language studies and achieve their language learning goals.

Accessibility Support

We are dedicated to ensuring accessibility for all. We provide a range of accommodations to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities, including accessible facilities, materials in various formats, and support services. Our goal is to make language learning an inclusive experience, where everyone can participate fully and thrive in their language studies.

Impact

Sustainability

Casco Antiguo Spanish School is deeply committed to sustainability. We integrate eco-friendly practices into our operations, from using energy efficient bulbs to recycling and reducing waste. By fostering a culture of environmental responsibility, we aim to not only teach languages but also inspire our students to become global citizens who contribute to a more sustainable future.

Ethical Impact

At our language school, ethical impact is at the core of our mission. We prioritize responsible sourcing of materials, fair employment practices, and community engagement. Through our programs, we aim to empower students with not only language skills but also a strong sense of ethical responsibility and social awareness, fostering a positive impact both locally and globally.

Program Highlights

  • Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Casco Viejo, the safest neighborhood in Panama
  • Guaranteed small group size, average of 2 to 3 people and maximum of 4 students per group
  • Free daily social activities included, Sunset Bike Tour, Salsa Class, Happy Hour, Beach Volleyball
  • Volunteer placements at local non-profit organizations offered free for students
  • Social Enterprise, percentage of your tuition supports local non-profits, and 100% of Homestay fees go directly to families

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Program Reviews

5.00 Rating
based on 63 reviews
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  • Instruction 4.95
  • Support 5
  • Fun 5
  • Housing 4.8
  • Value 5
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Danielle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Casco Antiguo Spanish School, Private Tutoring

Me gustaría expresar mi agradecimiento por las clases de español. Aprendí mucho de Profesor Luis que es un profesor excelente y muy paciente. Sus lecciones me ayudaron mucho en mi trabajo y me dieron más confianza. Fue una experiencia memorable y voy a utilizar las habilidades obtenidas por muchos años.

The private online tutoring was a great format for a working professional. They were able to customize the material to my needs and interests. The teacher consistently made sure I was getting the most out of the lessons and helped me use real-world examples that I could directly apply to my work. I highly recommend this program!

Pros
  • Experienced teacher
  • Interesting learning material
  • Flexible schedules
17 people found this review helpful.
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Victoria
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Super engaging and fun language course!

If you're looking for a really engaging way to learn Spanish and build confidence in it, Casco Antiguo Spanish School is amazing for that! The staff is super helpful and fun and their Spanish teachers create engaging classes that keep you from ever getting bored. I moved to Panama with only a year of Spanish under my belt, and these last two weeks with Samuel (mi professor) actually made me feel I could one day be fluent. I took the small class intensive that was four hours a day. They use an immersive way of teaching (basically only Spanish is spoken when they teach) and use lots of games, topics, outings to help you build your understanding of the language. 11/10 - Loved the class so much! Highly recommend it!

Pros
  • built confidence in Spanish
  • learned more about Panama
  • super fun and engaging classes
Cons
  • wish I could take more
16 people found this review helpful.
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Ingvill
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Interactive and personalised Spanish lessons

Such a good experience, the staff are lovely and you get such personal care and attention. My instructor Erick made the lessons fit the needs of both of us in my group, there was an interactive activity each day and the learning material provided is super useful. These are also learning materials that you can continue using after you finish your course, which I really appreciate! Also a good way to get to know Casco Viejo and Panamanian culture as we visited different museums and attractions in the area. Very happy with the school!

Pros
  • Personalised lessons
  • Daily activities in Casco Viejo
  • Useful learning material
19 people found this review helpful.
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Lisa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Casco Antiguo Spanish School Panama

The small class size and mix of activities really helped my learning and gave me a boost to keep going. We got in some great conversations and my teacher was very cognizant of modifying a challenging activity where necessary. I
learned some useful subjunctive tips and reinforced examples of paragraph transitions in Spanish. I learned about Panama and its people which is something new to me and a lot of other students, I'm pretty sure. The after-class activities, such as happy hour and volleyball, are also great. I would definitely return!

Pros
  • Small class
  • Safe area of the city
  • Modern activities for learning
20 people found this review helpful.
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Ricarda
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

More than just Spanish classes!

I would highly recommend Casco Antiguo Spanish School in Panamá city.

When finding a language school, it was highly important for me to have a cultural immersion through the school besides "just" learning Spanish.

Casco Antiguo offers exactly this: activities everyday to learn about Central-/Latin-America and Panamá (i.e. city tour on bikes with a local teacher from Panamá or Salsa classes); a location in the heart of the city center where you can immerse yourself in the history and contemporary Panamá (presidential palace is for instance 10 minutes by foot); and volunteering opportunities for those who stay longer in Panamá.

I learned Spanish five years ago in Spain while working as an AuPair, so I already had a foundation, but after learning Portuguese and other languages in the meantime, my spoken Spanish was very poor. I took the small group intensive classes for three weeks and two days and could feel my Spanish improve with every day passing! The classes are small to maximize learning and speaking opportunities, in my case we were just two students. I had classes with Hector and Ana, who have both been great professors. They used games and personalized the classes to topics we were interested in to make them short-lived and fun. Besides the classes, the school was extremely helpful and good at communication. Whatever concern, you can email them and you get a super fast reply, the communication and booking went super smooth. They also provided me with a language certificate which I needed for a scholarship without any problems and were flexible with scheduling.

I really felt like the teachers and administration (Tricia, David, and Eddalia) really cared about the students, gave recommendations what to do outside the classroom and really made my Panamá experience awesome. Casco Antiguo became like a second home to me during my time abroad. Thank you Hector, Ana, Tricia, David, Eddalia, and all other professors for being so open-minded, competent and welcoming!

20 people found this review helpful.
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Ana
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Week in Casco

Hector was a fantastic teacher! He is obviously passionate about his work that he tries to understand why I’m confused coming from an English speaking country. He also made the lessons relatable to my needs. The after school activities were fun and I learned a lot from my salsa class. I hope they bring back the cooking classes, but can’t say I want anything to go. Overall would recommend this to friends. It is more expensive than classes I have taken in Guatemala, but the combination of listening, writing and speaking.

Pros
  • Well organized
  • Great location
Cons
  • Expensive
22 people found this review helpful.
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Deb
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Un mes increíble en Panamá a Casco Antiguo Spanish School

I am a professor approaching 60 and as part of my sabbatical I wanted to study Spanish. I did a ton of research and decided on Casco Antiguo Spanish School (CASS). It was definitely the right choice!

I had a lot of criteria for my trip. In addition to wanting a good Spanish program, I wanted a program where I would not feel totally out of place as an almost 60 year old. I also wanted a program in a location that was safe (I was traveling alone) and relatively easy to get to (I was coming from the US). CASS in Casco Viejo checked all the boxes, and their 5 star rating is well deserved.

The staff at CASS are great. From my first contact, they were incredibly responsive. Tricia took the time to speak with me and answer all my questions (and I had a lot) And throughout my stay, all of the teachers and staff were willing to practice with me. I truly appreciate their willingness to speak slowly and clearly!

I took 4 weeks of small group intensive lessons. My first 2 weeks I had afternoon classes and, as I was the only person at my level that week, had 3 hours of 1-on-1 classes with Silka. For my second 2 weeks I switched to morning classes with Lina. I was in a great small group of 3 one week and 2 the other. Both teachers were great! In addition to classroom learning, I got to take some “field trips” and practice my Spanish in and around Casco Viejo. I particularly enjoyed my visit to the Museo de la Mola and practicing giving and following directions while wandering around Casco.

Salsa class with Jasmin, and happy hour and sunset bike rides with Kiki were also great opportunities to practice and meet other students studying at the school.
I learned a lot and my Spanish has really improved. I highly recommend CASS.

25 people found this review helpful.
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Taina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Outstanding Spanish Immersion Program!

Casco Spanish School has provided me with an unforgettable experience in Panama!! As a senior in high school, I spent one month taking Spanish lessons and being immersed in the language at Casco school. I loved the different outdoor lessons and fun activities in class, because it was a great way to practice speaking. One of my favorite aspects about school is how they teach conversational Spanish skills in a very effective and fun way. After finishing my 4-week Small Group lessons, I felt much more confident in my Spanish skills to have meaningful conversations with native Spanish speakers! In addition to their outstanding education and instruction, the school always gave me great tips on how to navigate the beautiful city!

This was also my first trip traveling alone, and Casco Spanish School provided me with a wonderful host family and great accommodations. After returning to my home in the United States, I still keep in touch with my host family and am able to practice Spanish with them!

Overall, I’ve had a wonderful time at Casco Spanish School, and will definitely return soon!!

24 people found this review helpful.

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