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Demi pair

19 July 2021

ALL COURSES > Work and study programmes > Demi pair
Demi pair

There is nothing better than living with a family to learn about Spanish life, traditions and culture. The Demi pair programme in Spain is designed so that you can make the general Spanish course compatible with your activity by supporting a Spanish family with childcare mainly. Your Spanish family will be happy to welcome you! Are you ready?


20 classes

From 12 weeks

Absolute beginner to fluent (A1 to C2)

Maximum 10

Morning from 09:10 - 13:00 or afternoons from 14:10 - 18:00

Every Monday except for beginners.

From 18 years old

50 minutes

Demi pair programme in Spain

Is it for me?

If you are a family person, you like children and you want to spend a season in Spain and learn the language, the Demi pair programme is designed for you. You will have accommodation, meals and an amount for expenses covered in exchange for your collaboration in the daily family tasks related to education and taking care of the smallest of the house.

What am I going to learn in the Demi pair programme in Valencia?

The Demi pair programme in Valencia includes 12 weeks of an Intensive 20 Spanish course, which you can extend for the entire duration of your stay in Spain if you wish. It is important for the families that the children have the opportunity to practise a foreign language, usually English, but they also understand that your goal is to learn Spanish. They will do everything possible to help you achieve it.

How are we going to do it?

The Demi pair programme includes 20 hours of work per week, plus a babysitting night.
You will enjoy two full days off per week.
You will have your own room, full board and a small amount of money for expenses.
Spanish classes are in the morning and work hours are generally in the afternoon and evening.

What do I need to know about my Demi pair programme in Spain?

When does the Demi pair course start?

Every Monday if you already know some Spanish. If you are an absolute beginner, check the start dates.

What schedule will I have?

You will agree with the family your work schedule. Normally you will have Spanish classes from Monday to Friday in the morning, from 09:10 to 13:00 and in the afternoons plus one day of the weekend you will collaborate in looking after the little ones in the house.

What is the minimum age required for the programme?

Between 18 and 30 years old.

What level of Spanish do I need to have?

From A1

How long is my programme?

From 12 to 36 weeks

What will my daily tasks be?

Take care of the children, take them to the park, play with them in English
or in your native language, pick them up from school, help them with homework, take them to extracurricular activities, put them to bed, read them a story….

Prices for Demi pair programme

12 weeks

2930 €

in total

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What is included in our Spanish courses in Spain?

With the payment of your course you automatically access a selection of resources and services.

Info pack and study material

All the information and the study material you need to start your Spanish programme successfully in Valencia.
The registration fee includes the first book, once you go to the next level, you will need to buy the corresponding book.

Online platform

This is the tool that will allow you to practise even more Spanish outside your class. It is suitable for all levels with different methods and exercises to focus on all your language skills. The best part, is that you can work at your own rhythm and continue practising your Spanish even when you finish your course, as it is available for 6 months at no extra cost!

24h emergency number

For any unforeseen event that may arise, you have at your disposal an emergency number that answers calls 24 hours a day.

Free use of school facilities and services

Our school has numerous areas for you to enjoy throughout the day: work areas, student lounges to drink coffee and relax, a patio, a terrace with lounge chairs for sunbathing, showers, and of course our staff, who will be there to help you with everything you need to make sure you feel at home.

3 free weekly activities

Choose among all our activities the ones that you like and come to have a great time with other students like you.

Help for your registration in the official Spanish exams

Ask us if you need us to help you prepare the registration documentation for your official Spanish exam.

Academic advice and tutorials

To guide you in your learning, you have at your disposal our academic team that will advise you on everything you need.

Certificate and report at the end of the course

You will get a detailed report on your progress in each area of the language and a certificate of attendance to the course.

Welcome tour

We accompany you to know Valencia, the surroundings of the school and the most emblematic places.

What is your level of Spanish?

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.

What do our students think of the Demi pair programme?

4.6
★★★★★ G 284 reviews on Google
★★★★★ Oct 16, 2026

Estudié durante cuatro semanas y fue genial. Los profesores (Soraya y Javi) fueron maravillosos, y el resto del personal de Españole siempre fue muy amable y atento. Además, las instalaciones de la escuela son excelentes. Disfruté mucho mi tiempo aquí, tanto de las clases como de las excursiones.

(Translated by Google)
I studied for four weeks and it was great. The teachers (Soraya and Javi) were wonderful, and the rest of the staff at Españole were always very friendly and helpful. The school facilities are also excellent. I really enjoyed my time there, both the classes and the excursions.

PR Priscilla Rodrigues
★★★★★ Oct 16, 2026

Mi experiencia en Españolé ha sido muy buena. Las aulas son cómodas, el espacio es muy agradable y todas las personas son muy amables. Las clases son muy dinámicas, interesantes y divertidas, y los profesores hacen que aprender español sea mucho más fácil.

Quiero destacar especialmente a Soraya, ¡que es una profesora increíble! ❤️ Me encantó tener clases con ella, por su forma de enseñar, su simpatía y la energía tan bonita que transmite. ¡La voy a echar muchísimo de menos! 🥹❤️ También quiero mencionar a Javi, que es un amor de persona.

Además, cuando necesité ayuda, el equipo siempre me atendió de forma rápida y eficiente. Me llevo recuerdos muy bonitos de esta experiencia y estoy muy agradecida por todo.🇪🇸✨

(Translated by Google)
My experience at Españolé has been wonderful. The classrooms are comfortable, the space is lovely, and everyone is so friendly. The classes are dynamic, interesting, and fun, and the teachers make learning Spanish so much easier.

I especially want to highlight Soraya, who is an amazing teacher! ❤️ I loved having classes with her because of her teaching style, her friendliness, and the wonderful energy she radiates. I'm going to miss her so much! 🥹❤️ I also want to mention Javi, who is such a sweetheart.

Furthermore, whenever I needed help, the team always responded quickly and efficiently. I have such wonderful memories of this experience and I'm so grateful for everything. 🇪🇸✨

ÉD Éllen Dias
★★★★★ Oct 16, 2026

Sono stata due settimane a Valencia presso la scuola Españole' per frequentare un corso di spagnolo. Posso solo comunicare un esperienza più che positiva . La conoscenza del'idioma è migliorata significativamente e adesso ne ho una buona conoscenza. Gli insegnanti sono molto professionali e gentili . L' accoglienza in famiglia è stata molto positiva e le chiacchierate serali con le mie ospiti hanno contribuito nell' apprendimento della lingua spagnola . La mia stanza pulita e il cibo senz' altro di buona qualità. Una esperienza senz' altro positiva . E poi la città di Valencia è bellissima come tutta la Spagna. Spero di tornare presto a visitarla

AA Alessandra Alessandra
★★★★★ Oct 16, 2026

Excelente experiencia, me gustan mucho los profesores!!

(Translated by Google)
Excellent experience, I really like the teachers!!

EV Emanuel Vieira
★★★★★ Oct 16, 2026

Escola sensacional, professores incríveis e um local acolhedor!
Escola nota mil!
Super recomendo Españolé Internacional House!!!! 👏👏🇪🇸🇪🇸 #Valência 2026

NT Naryane Tresseto
★★★★★ Oct 16, 2026

Die Schule befindet sich in einer super Lage und einem wunderschönen Gebäude. Der Unterricht ist sehr gut strukturiert und man lernt schon in kurzer Zeit sehr viel. Es finden jeden Abend Aktivitäten statt, um die anderen Schüler kennenzulernen. Kann es absolut weiterempfehlen 😊

LW Lilli Weber
★★★★★ Oct 13, 2026

Esperienza super positiva. La scuola davvero bella e comoda. Insegnanti top. Attività proposte varie e interessanti. Famiglia host gentilissima. Sono celiaca e anche con il senza glutine non ho mai avuto problemi, a casa avevo tutte le mie cose e anche al BBQ della scuola avevo il mio panino senza glutine. Servizio transfer aeroporto impeccabile consiglio vivamente la scuola e l'esperienza in toto

LS LeBuonezze S. Stefano T.
★★★★★ Oct 2, 2026

The school is absolutely wonderful! The teachers are incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and supportive, and the organization of the activities is impeccable. The learning materials are also of excellent quality.

The classes are small, which makes it much easier to participate and receive individual attention. All four skills are well covered — listening, speaking, writing, and reading — creating a very well-rounded learning experience.

I was genuinely impressed by how much my Spanish improved in just two weeks. I feel much more confident and can clearly see my progress.

Ah, the school’s location is also fantastic and makes the whole experience even better.
I highly recommend Espanole to anyone looking to improve their Spanish in a welcoming, well-organized, and effective learning environment!

AN Ana Nazaro
★★★★★ Sep 18, 2026

Really nice Spanish school. The teachers were really nice. I learnt a lot and they also have a nice leisure program.

LM Laura Michel
★★★★★ Sep 18, 2026

We had a great time at Españolé! We were here for two weeks. Before, we did not speak spanish at all - it was so helpful to start here, where we learned a lot of basics and could practice in the afternoons! Our teachers Clara & Iris were awesome, they spoke spanish all throughout the lessons, which took some getting used to, but helped us understand a lot quicker in the end! We even did some excursions, played games, studied listening, reading, and speaking; it was really interactive, diverse and fun! The other students were super nice as well. We also joined in some
of the evening activities, like city tours (they were completely in spanish, so not very beginner friendly, unfortunately), yoga in the park or a flamenco show. All really fun, you can tell they put a lot of care and thought into the lessons and the programme! Very very nice staff! All in all we had a great time and would definitely recommend!

CR Carlotta Ritter
★★★★★ Sep 11, 2026

I had an amazing experience at Espanolé! I came 3 times in the past year and improved tremendously. Teachers are great, activities are fun, would highly recommend.

TB Tiffany Bazerji
★★★★★ Sep 4, 2026

La scuola è ben ubicata ed ha molto stile. Le guide che ci sono state attribuite erano due giovanissimi, ben preparati e con molta energia: un piacere trascorrere le giornate con loro. Da aumentare le componenti di qualche dipartimento affinché possano condividere tra loro lo stress da lavoro. Non conosco i costi per le attività svolte.

AP A. P.

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Frequently asked questions

#1 What does the Demi pair programme in Valencia include?

Our Demi pair programme in Valencia includes 12 weeks of an Intensive 20 Spanish course, which you can extend for the entire duration of your stay in Spain if you’d like. It also includes 20 hours of work per week, plus one evening of babysitting.

#2 What teaching method do we use in our Demi pair programme in Valencia?

In our Demi pair programme, we adopt a practical and interactive approach, combining Spanish classes with daily activities in the host family’s home. This method allows you to improve your language skills while living and working in an authentic Spanish environment.

#3 How can I enrol in the programme to work as an Demi pair in Spain?

You can enrol directly on our website or contact our admissions team. They will guide you through the entire enrolment process, provide you with the necessary information, and assist you in submitting the required documentation within the established deadlines.

#4 When starting the Spanish and Demi pair programme, can I change groups/levels?

Yes, at the beginning of the programme, you will take a placement test. If you feel that the assigned group does not match your skill level, you can request a change. We want to ensure that you are in the right environment to maximize your learning.

#5 Can I adjust my schedule once my Demi pair programme has started?

It is possible to make schedule adjustments, although this depends on availability. If you need to change your schedule, we recommend speaking with the academic department as soon as possible to explore the available options.

#6 What schedule will I have during the Demi pair programme?

Generally, Spanish classes are held in the mornings, while your responsibilities as an Demi pair take place during the rest of the day. However, schedules can vary based on the specific needs of the programme and the host family. You will receive a detailed schedule at the beginning of the programme to help you plan accordingly.

#7 What is the difference between Au pair and Demi pair?

An Au Pair typically works full-time, lives with a host family, and provides childcare in exchange for accommodation, meals, and pocket money. A Demi pair, on the other hand, works part-time (fewer hours) while often studying, receiving the same benefits but with less responsibility.

#8 Will I receive a diploma and/or certificate upon completing the programme?

Yes, upon completing the programme, you will receive a certificate that certifies your participation and the knowledge you have acquired in both the Spanish language and your experience working as an demi pair. This document is valuable for your resume and will assist you in future professional opportunities.

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