Language School

Our language school in Pucón is located in the center of the small town. The beach on the lake is only a few minutes’ walk away. The school was founded in 1999 as an association of language teachers and is now known far beyond local borders. In addition to Spanish, English, German and French are also taught.

The language school has modern, bright classrooms and a shady courtyard as a meeting point. Your language teachers attach particular importance to a familiar and personal environment. Thanks to an individual and flexible lesson structure and mainly private lessons, you always have enough time to explore the beautiful surroundings of Pucón.

Lessons

The lessons are individually adapted to your personal needs and learning speed. Particular emphasis is placed on imparting practical knowledge in the communication area. The course program is divided into 6 different language levels. All teachers are native speakers and have many years of experience teaching Spanish as a foreign language. Most of them also speak German or English.

Location

central location, 3 blocks from the lake

School Size

small, family like language school
approx. 10-15 students at the same time

Amenities

modern classrooms, free internet access, WIFI, computer work stations, inner courtyards

Course types

Group, private, intensive and two person courses  more

Accommodation Types

Hostel, host family or homestay  more

Free Time Activities

Outdoor activities, horse riding, volcano climbing, parachuting, beach at the lake, and  more

Services

  • Personal advice and support
  • English-speaking contact person
  • Chile handbook
  • Placement test
  • Course materials
  • Course certificate at the end of the course
  • Free internet access
  • Garden and lounges for your use
  • Water, coffee, tea
  • Snacks during breaks
  • Free time activities with the school (possible additional payment on site)
  • 24/7 emergency number
  • Help with getting travel insurance

Note

  • 1 Lesson (teaching unit) = 60 min
  • Lesson times for group courses  1:00 pm – 5:30 pm
    Lesson times for private courses  9:00 am – 6:00 pm
  • Courses start every Monday
  • All language levels from beginner to advanced, A1 – C2
  • All prices in USD including VAT
  • No registration fee

Group Course Beginner

Price / week
190 USD
Lessons / week
15
Info
Group courses in Pucón are only possible if you are a complete beginner. The duration of the course is always 2 weeks. The group course consists of 15 lessons of 60 minutes per week, i.e. 3 lessons per day. The maximum number of students per course is 4. Small groups ensure quick learning and fun in lessons.

If you have a group with at least 3 participants, we can also organize a group course especially for your group.

Private Course Standard

Price / week
250 USD
Lessons / week
10
Info
With a private course, you are completely flexible in terms of time and subject matter. Your teacher can tailor the lessons to you. The standard private course consists of 10 lessons of 60 minutes per week. The lessons follow a flexible schedule, in coordination with your teacher, between Monday and Saturday. This gives you the opportunity to go on excursions into nature in addition to the language course or to take part in one of the numerous outdoor activities. This course is very popular with our participants.

Private Course Intensive

Price / week
315 USD
Lessons / week
15
Info
With a private course, you are completely flexible in terms of time and subject matter. Your teacher can tailor the lessons to you. The intensive private course consists of 15 lessons of 60 minutes per week. An intensive private course is the right choice for participants who want to improve and target specific areas of their language level. With this course, you have the flexibility to schedule the lessons, in coordination with your teacher, between Monday and Saturday.

Two Person Course Standard

Price / week
220 USD
Lessons / week
10
Info
One teacher - two students. Learn Spanish with a friend. The two person course is suitable for all friends and partners traveling together who have the same language level. The standard course consists of 10 lessons of 60 minutes per week.

Two Person Course Intensive

Price / week
260 USD
Lessons / week
15
Info
One teacher - two students. Learn Spanish with a friend. The two person course is suitable for all friends and partners traveling together who have the same language level. The intensive course consists of 15 lessons of 60 minutes per week.
Extras
Price
Airport pick-up in Santiago de Chile: The airport transfer takes you from the airport to the bus station in Santiago, where you will find coach operators for your onward journey to Pucón (departure several times a day).
45 USD
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All accommodations for our language students in Pucón are carefully selected and are located in good and safe residential areas. Internet is always available.

As an accommodation option, we offer you single rooms in homestays or hostels. Double or shared rooms are also possible.

Homestay
Standard

Price / week
315 USD
Extras
  • Single room
  • Full board
  • Duvet cover
  • Access to kitchen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Internet access
  • Walking distance to school max. 10 min
Info
One week of accommodation corresponds to 7 days and 6 nights.

Hostel
Standard

Price / week
from 190 USD
Extras
  • Single room
  • Self-catering
  • Duvet cover
  • Access to kitchen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Internet access
  • Walking distance to school max. 20 min
Info
One week of accommodation corresponds to 7 days and 6 nights.

Hostel
Budget

Price / week
from 110 USD
Extras
  • Shared room
  • Self-catering
  • Duvet cover
  • Access to kitchen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Internet access
  • Walking distance to school max. 20 min
Info
One week of accommodation corresponds to 7 days and 6 nights.

About the City

The small town of Pucón is located on a lake with volcanic black-sand beaches. The local volcano Villarrica (2840m) can always be seen in the distance. Pucón is a mecca for outdoor freaks and nature lovers, especially in the summer.

Pucón has everything to offer, whether it be climbing, hiking, rafting, canyoning or kayaking to horse riding, mountain biking and fishing to relaxing in hot thermal springs or on the black sandy beaches. It is the perfect place to learn Spanish and enjoy nature at the same time.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Pucón leaves nothing to be desired. In summer the town is bursting at the seams. Then you can swim or relax on the black volcanic beach. At night you can have fun in one of the dance palaces.

The surrounding area of ​​Pucón offers natural beautiful sights. The national parks of Huerquehue and Villarrica with quiet mountain lakes and araucaria forests, the hot springs and the Villarrica volcano are just a few of the highlights in the area. A special highlight is the ascent of the Villarrica volcano (guided day tour), which is still active.

Population

approx. 21 000

Location

approx. 760 km south of Santiago inland, directly on the shores of Lago Villarrica and at the foot of the volcano with the same name

Founding of the city

1899 by Chilean settlers. The region was first discovered by Pedro de Valdivia in 1551.

Sights worth seeing

Many natural highlights such as the Huerquehue and Villarrica National Park with quiet mountain lakes and araucarias, the hot springs or the Villarrica volcano.

Night life

There is a lively night life with many young people from all over the world, especially in summer in one of the numerous discos or bars.

Fun-Factor

Variety of outdoor activities, volcanic beach for swimming, especially in summer the city has a large international population.

Photos

Photos of Pucón can be found in our photo gallery.

Activities

Our language school in Pucón offers a wide range of leisure activities in addition to the language course. Outdoor freaks in particular get their money’s worth in Pucón. The following options are available for recreational activities:

  • volcano climbing
  • rafting, kayaking, hydrospeed
  • mountain biking, rappelling
  • riding, hiking
  • skydiving, sight seeing flights
  • hot spring baths
  • fishing, fly fishing
  • cultural encounters with the Mapuche indigenous people and more
Vulkan Villarrica Pucón