I was very happy to find such great people, professional and friendly! From the reception to the classes, I kept being impressed. The cultural activities and tapas days with other colleagues are helping a lot practicing and as well you get a better understanding of the Spanish cultural customs. The classes are very well organized and the teachers very professional. They are flexible in terms of time or if you want to change the classes (more advanced or particular) My teachers were Belén and Gabi and I strongly recommend them both. At the end, I had a better understanding of the language, the culture and it felt easier to integrate in the community. I feel more confident to speak Spanish now and,as well, to go for job interviews💪🏼 Thank you very much, Karmen, Belén and Gabi! You guys are amazing!!

Amazing school. The teachers are very passionate about teaching. They make the class very interactive and fun. The administrators are also very detailed and flexible. Truly appreciate everything they did for me. I highly suggest the intensive class, combined with afternoon private sessions

It is a pleasure to study and learn Spanish at LAE. I have been taking private conversational classes online since January 2021 and I have made so much progress with my level of confidence in using my Spanish. My teacher, Lorena, has the right mix of being nurturing, of being present and engaged, and of holding high expectations for language practice. She has created a low stress environment for me so that I feel comfortable to take risks and make mistakes. I aim to achieve a high level of Spanish and Lorena and LAE have been a vital part of helping me work towards my language learning targets. LAE, and Karmen, the business administrator, are incredibly friendly, fair, and accommodating! I cannot recommend LAE highly enough.

This school is so great! Everyone I interacted with was amazing and friendly. I was in Madrid for two weeks and took one week of classes. My only regret is not signing up for two weeks. I left feeling more confident with Spanish and motivated to continue in the U.S. My class was taught in Spanish - which I found very tough on day 1 but then quickly adjusted and loved. This style of teaching forced me to hear Spanish and communicate in Spanish right away. My teacher, Lorena, was so great! And a big shout out to Karmen, Shane and Diego who were all so nice. ¡Muchas gracias!

I relocated to Spain and enrolled in a semi intensive course to help me with the language (I have next to none previous experience). The LAE team where so helpful in getting me on the right level and supporting me on my journey. The reception staff Karmen and Diego are so welcoming, helpful and a great way to start your day welcoming you with a smile. The teachers are brilliant they help and support you no matter your level. Initial the immersive learning can be overpowering, however the teachers help you adapt quickly to this environment and really cater for your individual needs. I am still in my learning journey with LAE and I feel more confident each day I go to class.

Totally worth it! From beginning to end the staff was professional, responsive, and friendly (especially Diego and Carmen who greeted every student by name as we walked through the door) My instructor, Susana, was amazing!! She used lots of different techniques to help us improve. She also gave practical tips directly relevant to the our activities outside of class. Would highly recommend LAE Madrid!

From the front desk staff to the instructors, LAE Madrid exceeded all of my needs and expectations. My Spanish has significantly improved in such a short time. I not only learned more Spanish but was given the tools to take ownership of the language and feel confident to speak it. I highly recommend taking any of their courses. Having also been a part of the TtMadrid TEFL program I can have a well rounded experience of all this school has to offer. Their help and support extends just beyond the four walls of their building which is a gift to someone just moving Madrid.

I had a very good experience with LAE. I went from an A1 level class to C1 in about 4.5 months. The classes at the beginning can be quite slow and difficult but once the solid foundation of grammar is built up, the ability to speak and express yourself more fluidly comes very quickly. Overall I was very pleased with the way the classes are structured and generally the size of the class is very good. At the most there were 9 students in a class but that was unusual and was generally only for a few days while they sorted the classes to make sure everyone was in the right spot. Average class I would say was 6 people although it depends on the class and the level (with lower levels having more). Note for anyone planning to study here: while you can make very rapid progress through this school, in my experience the progress really came when I applied what I learned in the class outside. For example, reading Spanish books in topics I was interested in and making friends with native people was indispensable for me.

Phenomenal experience with LAE! I am taking group classes and one-on-one, and learning faster than I’ve ever learned another language. The teachers are engaging and create a calm, fun environment. Classes are dynamic with games and lots of interaction (standard classes are 6-8 people.) My individual classes are fast-paced and entirely catered to what I want/ need to dive into. And my favorite part is the sense of community. It’s an open space to meet new people, make friends, laugh, and get to know Madrid. For people of all ages and backgrounds, this is an amazing place to learn & grow.

I am A2 level, approaching B1 level in Spanish and live in the US. I would eventually like to reach C1 level. I have been to a few Spanish Immersion schools in various places (Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, and most recently Malaga) over the last year, each for only 1-2 weeks. I did this to see how I liked the programs and how I liked the locations, with the idea that at some point, I would commit to a longer time frame (a few months or more) living in these locations and learning Spanish. I only did 1 week at LAE Madrid prior to going to Malaga. But after leaving LAE, I felt like this may be the place I want to come back to for a longer period. The school is in a vibrant area of Madrid, and the school itself is a vibrant, bustling place with students all over the world. During the week I was there, I met people from Tunisia, UK, Germany, Nigeria, US, China and some other countries. I loved meeting these people and learning a little about their stories. Everyone is very friendly. In this school there are students at all levels of Spanish language skills; small classes with 5-6 students (generally) per teacher, and also private one-on-one teaching scenarios. They do a good job of matching up the students. During breaks between classes, after classes, and during “cultural activities” it is easy to meet these many varied students. There are students with short stays, students who are there for 6-12 months, and even some people that live in Madrid and want to improve their speaking skills. The teaching is excellent. They run a tight ship, but they also seem to be flexible in helping students customize their learning. I have a feeling I will be back to LAE Madrid for a longer period of time in the future. Bryan Woodward

The staff and teachers are amazing at this language school. I took 1 on 1 classes with Nacho for 4 months in preparation for the Instituto Cervantes C1 exam, and I passed it thanks to his hard work and preparation! Special shout out to Karmen for always having a smile on her face!

Couldn´t recommend this school highly enough! The staff are so friendly and welcoming, and my Spanish has improved to no end. I now have confidence in my ability to hold a Spanish conversation, and that wasn´t the case at all before LAE. Thank you!

Amazing school! I attended a total of 4 weeks and learned a ton. All of the staff are incredibly nice. Not only is it a great school, it’s also good place to meet new people, and participate in cultural activities. I wouldn’t look any further, you’ve found the best school for you!

You need to be aware that in a 'beginner' class, students with literally no knowledge of Spanish can be put in a class with others who have some experience in the language. While front office staff have tried to be helpful with this issue, this is a major flaw and is very frustrating both for the fledgling and those wanting to progress at a faster speed as it holds them back when they have someone in the class who has no clue of what's going on. This has impacted my learning and is super frustrating. I've also watched other people drop out for the same reasons. After 1 month intensive and almost 2 months of part time courses I'm still only on unit 3 of A1. So be aware of this and make sure you are with classmates who are at the same level or it's frustrating for everyone.

I enrolled my son (15) for a week of daily 2-hour lessons to boost his confidence in speaking Spanish. The school is in a nice neighbourhood and close to several Metro stations, so was easy to get to. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, and all of their communications, before we arrived and during the week, were clear and efficient. They tailored the lessons to my son's needs, so that he was pushed a little but not overwhelmed. They included some fun activities such as going to the market to buy food and then made some snacks back at the school. He enjoyed the week, and it helped his confidence considerably. It's a very nice school, I highly recommend it.

It's a wonderful place to learn Spanish. It is conveniently located and their many types of programs may fit just what you need. The part time program works great if you want to learn Spanish after your busy work hours. Plus the coffee is good! The ambiance of the entire place is very cool, very chilled out. The staff is really polite, sweet and helpful. The methods are really nice and the activities are fun and engaging. It has been a wonderful experience so far. PS Love the dog!

For two weeks, my daughters attended the kids camp and at the same time I attended the adult intensive course. Everything exceeded our expectations! The communication from the school was fantastic. The instructors were all native speakers and were masterful at making sure all students were being taught at the appropriate level. The kids enjoyed all of the activities, crafts and field trips in the camp. We all learned a lot of Spanish. We highly recommend LAE!

The summer of 2023 in Madrid was made that much better by attending LAE and LAE Kids. My ten year old son had a wonderful experience in his children's class and I greatly enjoyed the experience learning spanish with adults. The staff and faculty are amazing and you feel so welcome and like family. Next summer we plan to go back for more!

I´ve been taking Spanish classes at La Aventura Española for more than 6 months and don´t plan on stopping. Because of my work schedule, I could only assist part-time classes, and the results didn´t take long to show. Sometimes it can be quite difficult to go to class after an 8 hour-work day, but LAE Madrid team easily turned it into one of the best parts of my day. Diego (my teacher) was perfect and constantly gave us the energy boost we needed with some active exercises. His explanations were one of the clearest I have ever received in my language learning history. Before taking classes at LAEMadrid, I was quite afraid to speak Spanish (even though with a B2 level I should have been confident enough). One of my main objectives was to gain confidence and LAE helped me with that fully. Not only are the teachers helping you, but the administration personnel, as well. Karmen was able to give me a lot of great recommendations about Madrid and gave me full information about documents needed in order to receive my NIE, and even helped me to make an appointment. Would I recommend La Aventura Española to my friends? Yes, absolutely! If you´re looking for a school that really cares about you and your needs, look no further!

I’ve been studying Spanish here for several months and I felt welcomed and taken care of since the very beginning. They assess your level of Spanish before the course and make sure you take the courses that are the most adequate for you to advance best. All the teachers have been really helpful in their own way and all took their time to answer all of my questions with patience, especially Adela, Nacho and Juanje. They also have cultural activities every week which really helps to get to know new people when you’re new in Madrid. The receptionists are always really helpful and available to answer any questions as well! Thank you for this incredible learning experience, LAE!

We miss you all! Natalia said to me just yesterday she missed her teachers! My teenaged girls loved their classes and have been so so proud of the improvements they made this summer! My youngest (14) won’t stop talking in Spanish. Somehow you transformed her from a non-talker who was terrified of making mistakes to someone who is motivated to learn as much as she can regardless of errors. That is a miracle. The second miracle is that my curmudgeon of an American teenager (16) would run to school and return from class happy. She wants to come back two. How you managed to convert to teenager skeptics into motivated learners is truly the stuff of talent. We credit all of you for the love, TLC and amazing instruction!! Sending love from the US to you all in Madrid!!! We can’t wait to see you again next summer!

At LAE Kids my son had a truly wonderful, highly enriching two-week experience at Spanish Summer Camp 2022. It exceeded our expectations (which were high, based on the school's excellent reputation) in every single respect: the quality of the teaching, the warmth of the staff, the facilities, and the fun and/or educational Friday excursions. The class size was perfect. I would most certainly return in future summers with my son and his siblings. If you're looking to enroll your children in a summer camp at a Cervantes Institute-accredited school (very few of which offer boutique summer camps), look no further than LAE Kids!

I am studying Spanish language in Lae and all I can say are the best things about this school! To start with, the teachers are amazing - they are so prepared and positive that with them you fall in love with studying Spanish. More so, they are very friendly and make clases so interesting. Also, every week they offer different cultural activity to teach you more about Spanish culture. Everyone who works in the school will help you with everything you need to stay in Spain (documents, paperwork, NIE, etc.). Karmen & Diego ❤️ The lovely vibe will fill you with positive energy - I can say it feels like home. There are students from all over the world and with professors & staff they become your small family aboard. The school is located in Salamaca neighborhood where you can find the best coffee shops and restaurants. I would gladly recommend it to everyone who wants to study Spanish in Madrid. Definitivno preporučujem ovu školu svima onima koji žele naučiti španjolski jezik, upoznati nove i zanimljive ljude i kako samo ime škole kaže imati španjolsku avanturu života!

I have loved my time with this school and I have learnt so much; my Spanish has definitely improved since attending the classes! I especially loved that Diego was so helpful and friendly, he really made sure that I felt comfortable and all of my needs were catered for. I’d recommend LAE to anyone.

I would definitely recommend LAE for anyone looking to improve their Spanish. For a start, the school is very well organised; the administrative staff are friendly, helpful and welcoming. The teaching itself was well prepared, flexible, friendly and - in the case of the one-to-one lessons I took - especially well tailored to my wishes. I made a lot of progress in my week at LAE!

Our family went to LAE Madrid for one month, and we all loved it. Our kids (9 and 11) are still talking about how much fun Spanish school was. They did many excursions such as ice skating, museums, boating, and playing at the park. They even cooked churros and breakfast tortillas. LAE Madrid made learning fun. Thank you, Marta and Belen. My husband and I also had a great time in our class. Angeles is a great and patient teacher. We met so many cool people in our class! Diego did a spectacular job doing his administrative duties. He went above and beyond to help us, even to find a dentist for our son. LAE Madrid has felt like our Spanish family. We are traveling the world, one continent at a time. And we have been to 11 countries now in Europe, and our kids give Spain their highest ratings so far. We all want to return, and learn more Spanish. Thank you LAE Madrid. We ❤️ 🇪🇸!

Best Spanish school in Madrid. Every teacher I had was so motivated and it made lessons so much fun. As a side note, It helps that Karmen has an amazing taste of music and you can jam out to 80s music with her before class.

I absolutely love LAE Madrid. I was so surprised at how small the classes are, how much individual attention I get as a student, and how excellent the teachers are. I came in with zero experience in Spanish, and within two months I saw a huge amount of progress. The immersion style classes were painless (never made to feel out of my depth) as teachers fully meet you at where you are at and have endless amounts of patience. The school admin (shout out to Karmen!) are SO helpful, caring and knowledgeable. They are top-notch at accommodating students' needs and welcoming us with various cultural activities and social events. I've attended other language schools in other countries and I can't emphasize enough how much I was impressed by this school.

Great school with amazing teachers. Also, Karmen who works in the front office is absolutely amazing and very helpful. The facility is great and as well as location. So happy I chose this school. Definitely recommended!!!

It is a very professional school. Excellent service. The teachers are very sympathetic and in addition a very good quality of cours

Karmen runs the place and is so welcoming and accommodating!! She has helped me so much with finding the right class for my schedule and the teachers are great! There is also free coffee and I love the people in my classes!

I loved my experience at LAE! I feel like I have really improved my Spanish with their classes and the teachers are all very knowledgeable! They staff, especially Karmen, are very welcoming friendly. They go above and beyond to answer your questions about Madrid, visas, traveling, etc. I am very happy about my decision to study at LAE and would recommend it to anyone that I know! Seriously amazing!

This school is amazing! Very professional and fun. Facilities are great, staff is very friendly, and all professors are helpful. After classes they offer cultural activities, which I love. I’ve been here for a couple of months and my Spanish improved significantly, all thanks to this school. I want almost from 0 to B1 in just a couple of months doing their intensive course.

I've done an intensive Spanish Course at LAE. Shortly, I'm also going to take one-to-one lessons to finish the C1 level. Karmen, who's at the reception, is simply wonderful. So helpful and cooperative. My classes with Silvana were fun and informative.

There is a disconnect between all the glowing, positive reviews of LAE Madrid and our recent negative experience. I signed up my 17 year old daughter for a two week intensive Spanish language program. She stayed with a host family organized by the school. The host family turned out to be more of a hotel with people coming and going. There was little interaction with the host family and her meals were prepared separately from what the family was eating. At the end of the week, my daughter had an upset stomach. A few days later she was rushed to emergency for food poisoning. On the positive side, the language program was good with nice teachers. However we were told that there would be other teenagers in the class but in fact, most of the students were adults. In organizing this language program I must say that my interaction with the LAE Madrid staff on the phone, via email and Zoom was professional and I felt comfortable sending my daughter alone to Spain. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a extremely disappointing and one of the most negative experiences we've encountered. We are dismayed that LAE Madrid misrepresented itself to us. Perhaps it was bad timing during the pandemic or just very bad luck but I would not recommend this language school to anyone. A big thumbs down.

Great school with amazing teachers. I had to change three different classes and all three teachers I had classes with, were very knowledgeable and with great teaching skills and attention to one's needs. Great flexibility as well for arranging classes and adapting to your level. Definitely recommend it!

I have tried several different language schools in Madrid and have been having trouble finding a place that has evening classes for professionals. LAE hit the nail on the head. They have the evening classes and are very accommodating allowing me to attend two different classes before signing up to see if it was a good fit. Also if you have to miss a class you do not lose it, it is added to the end. Karmen and all the staff are very friendly and professional.