Dele
If you want to take the official exams of the Instituto Cervantes Dele and Siele, at Españolé we will help you to achieve your goal successfully.
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The Dele exam preparation programme
Is it for me?
Yes, if you want to obtain an internationally recognized official qualification organized by the Instituto Cervantes, which endorses your knowledge of Spanish. Preparation courses take place 5 times a year, starting 4 weeks before the exam. Students can take the entire course (which is recommended) or just a part of it. Students can take the entire course (which is recommended) or just a part of it.
What am I going to learn?
You will work on all the contents that appear in the Dele exam in a practical and enjoyable way and train your Spanish skills that will enable you to pass the exam.
How are we going to do it?
In class we work with real exams. They are totally practical classes designed so that you know the exam methodology well and have all the tools to succeed.
What do I need to know about my Dele course and exam?
Dele is the official Spanish Diploma and it is recognized internationally. It is used to officially prove your command of Spanish. It serves to advance professionally and improve your CV. It is very important for people who want to work and study in Spain and Latin America.
When does it start?
The courses start 4 weeks before the exam The start dates in 2022 are: 07/03, 25/04, 06/06, 12/09 and 24/10.
What schedule will I have?
Mornings or afternoons, from 9:10 – 13:00 or from 14:10 – 18:00 (Timetable subject to change)
What is the minimum age required for the programme?
From 16 years old
What level of Spanish do I need to have?
You must have reached the level you want to test yourself for. The course will help you become familiar with this type of exams and prepare you to pass it.
How long is my programme?
Between 1 and 4 weeks
When is the exam?
The exam dates for 2022 are:
18th February (registration deadline 12/01/22)
1st April (registration deadline 02/02/22)
21st May (registration deadline 16/03/22)
1st July (registration deadline 04/05/22)
7th October (registration deadline 24/08/22)
19th November (registration deadline 05/10/22)
How is the exam?
The exams are organized by levels from A1 to C1 The exam assesses all language areas using different tests: reading, comprehension, listening, speaking, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Our school is a recognized testing center, so the exam will take place in our classrooms.
If you need more information regarding the content for each level, you can get it here.
How do I register for the exam?
The student has to register for the exam by filling the online registration form in this link: examenes.cervantes.es.
How can I find out which level I should enroll in?
When you register for the Dele course, we will send you a level test that you must take and it will help us to assess your level of Spanish. Once corrected, we will recommend the level of the Dele exam most suitable for you.
The results of the exams
The results take around 12 weeks to be published, after which they can be checked at: examenes.cervantes.es. You will need your registration number and your date of birth,
Prices for Dele course
Between 1 and 4 weeks
250 €
per week
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What is your Spanish level?
Españolé offers you the most appropriate Spanish program for your level.
A1 – Beginners
Students can deal with simple straightforward exchanges in familiar contexts. They can usually understand enough to keep a very basic conversation going.
A2 – Pre-Intermediate
Students can understand and express information about the present, past and future. They can deal with most situations involved in travelling around a Spanish speaking country, including communicating most personal and everyday information.
B1 – Intermediate
Students can comfortably interact with native speakers. They can participate in discussions and express their viewpoints in familiar contexts. They can describe experiences in their past as well as explain and give reasons for their plans, desires and ambitions for the future.
B2 – Upper-intermediate
Students can express their ideas on general topics clearly in both the spoken and written form. They are familiar with and can competently use more complex structures and have a good level of fluency andbroader vocabulary including some idiomatic expressions.
C1 – Advanced
Students are capable of understanding most lectures, discussions and debates. They are able to develop a well-structured argument with supporting evidence and explanations in oral and written form. Students have broadened their general language capability and vocabulary to feel comfortable operating effectively in social, academic and professional spheres.
C2 – Superior
Students have a high level of written and spoken Spanish They can participate easily in discussions and write well- structured compositions even on complex, unfamiliar situations. They can give clear presentations on complex issues, integrating sub themes and developing particular points.
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Frequent questions
#1 When can I start my course?
If you are a beginner there are fixed starting dates (approximately twice a month), if you already know a little Spanish you can start any Monday.
#2 What about the method?
Our objective is that our students learn to communicate in Spanish, the method is a combination in order to develop all the skills needed to do so. Depending on the level you will have more or less speaking practice. The higher the level is, more possibility to speak. All the lessons are in Spanish.
#3 Can I change my language level if I have been placed in a level that is too low, or too high?
Yes. If you want to change level, you should first speak with your teacher who will direct you to the Director of Studies for discussion. The teachers will monitor your skills and make any necessary changes.
#4 How will you know my language level?
The first day in school all students take a placement test (except absolute beginners), which will test your reading and speaking as well as grammar and vocabulary. During the course students’ progress is monitored closely by the teacher.
#5 Can I change my class timetable once the course starts?
If you want to change your class time, you can do it if there is availability in the class of your choice.
#6 Is there a possibility to change classes according to my progress?
We have 6 levels that can be achieved in 40 weeks, if you progress more than the rest of the group, of course you will jump to another level and could finish a level in less time that it is normally scheduled.
#7 What will my class schedule look like?
Having a morning or afternoon schedule will depend on the places available in the groups of your level. In the morning, classes start at 9:10 and in the afternoon at 14:10. In any case, you will always have half a day free to study, get to know our city and have fun with your friends.
#8 How many weeks can I study?
You can study for as few as one week and as many as you’d like.
#9 How far in advance do I have to register?
You can register at any time, although if you want to be sure that we have places, we recommend that you do it in advance.
#10 How can I enroll?
Simply complete the “online” enrolment form and send it to us.
#11 Will I have the possibility of experiencing the Spanish culture, arts, and entertainment/nightlife?
You have all the possibilities of doing this here, it’s up to you. We offer Spanish culture, art and history lessons, organize groups for cultural visits once a week and organize outings at night (for dinner, cinema…) In addition, Valencia has an intense cultural and social life that you can enjoy during your stay.
#12 Do I need to bring any textbooks with me?
No, we’ll give you a book (your enrolment fee includes this first book), all the other books and materials you will need to use are available in the classroom.
#13 What courses do most people take?
Intensive 20 course.
#14 Will I take exams?
Internal exams are held at least once a month and at the end of each level in order to monitor your progress.
#15 Will Españolé prepare me to take any official exams?
Yes, we prepare you for the DELE (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera) and SIELE (Servicio Internacional de Evaluación de la Lengua Española). They are administrated by the Ministry of Education and Science and are the official Certificates verifying the apprehension of Spanish as a foreign language. There are six levels of the DELE, from A1 to C2.
#16 Can I study business Spanish?
Yes, we offer a Business Spanish course. It is suitable for students on higher intermediate or advanced levels.
#17 Can I have private lessons?
You can book a private course from 1 weekly class as a single course or as a complement to any of the other courses. The content of the class will be tailored to your specific needs and the skills you need to reinforce.
#18 Do I get a diploma after the course?
At the end of each course you will get a certificate about type, duration and reached level.
#19 Can I get credits with the Spanish course?
We are an accredited centre by the Cervantes Institute, which is the official entity for the Spanish language in Spain, many of our students receive credits from their universities after taking a course with us.
#20 How can I pay?
We offer several options: by bank transfer in € or by credit card.
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