OUR HISTORY

The project, launched in 2001, was created as a complimentary tool to traditional English teaching methods.  Many students reported that their hundreds of hours of traditional class did not prepare them for putting their language skills into practice at business meetings and conference calls.  The frustration and anxiety that they felt while trying to express themselves had to be addressed.  As a result two business partners, one in the English language industry and another a financial expert, launched Pueblo Ingles

The tremendous success of that first pilot program in July 2001 was followed by many more.  The addition of sites all around Spain and in Italy broaden the range of spectacular locations which foster this unique English language experience.  These venues have hosted a variety of special editions such as Pueblo Ingles for Teens, Pueblo Ingles for Doctors (Pediatricians, Dermatologists, Immunologists, Urologists, and Rheumatologists), Pueblo Ingles for Teachers, Pueblo Ingles for University students and Pueblo Ingles Book Club.

Venue Inauguration Timeline
July 2001 – Pilot program in Valdelavilla (Soria).
January 2003 – Introduced new venue in Gredos (Ávila)
Nov 2004 – New location: La Alberca (Salamanca).
April 2004 – Abadía de los Templarios, new hotel inagurated in La Alberca (Salamanca)
July 2004 – The creation of the Teen program.
July 2005 – Launched new venue in Tuscany, Italy
March 2006 – Villa de Cazorla (Jaén) added to portfolio.
July 2006 – Italian venue changed to rural Umbrian resort.
July 2007 – 2 new villages open: Pals (Girona, Costa Brava); and Candeleda (Ávila).
July 2008 – Aldeaduero (Salamanca) venue opens for Teen programs.
July 2009 – Els Avets (Girona) venue opens for Teen programs.
March 2010 – Coto del Valle (Jaén) launched to allocate adult programs in the Cazorla region, near our other venue.
May 2010 – Els Avets (Girona) opens for adult programs.
June 2010 – Launched a new Teen and Adult venue: Pinar de la Vidriera in the Granada region.
July 2010 – New venue opened: Peñascales (Torrelodones - Sierra de Madrid)
October 2010 – Aldeaduero opens for adults.
July 2011 – Organized a Special 2-week Teen program in Campus el Sabio (Jerez), our most sourthern venue so far!
July 2011 – Launched Pueblo Ingles for Germans – Englischhausen!
July 2011 – Candeleda opens for adult programs.
2012 – Stay tuned, we are on the lookout for new venues! If you are in our database you will be informed! If you are not, check our calendar page!

Since opening our first venue in 2001, Pueblo Ingles has found stunning venues all over Spain that would allow us to offer true English immersion in the heart of Spain.  Ten years of experience and over 600 programs later, Pueblo Ingles still provides the perfect environment for “students” to improve their communication skills tremendously… and all thanks to the thousands of English-speaking natives that come from all over the world to volunteer for the duration of the program!


Program Timeline
Program Timeline
2001 - 4 programs in Valdelavilla
2002 - 11 programs in Valdelavilla; 2 programs in Monfrague
2003 - 10 programs in Valdelavilla; 20 programs in Gredos
2004 - 22 programs in Valdelavilla; 22 programs in Gredos; 1 program in La Alberca (Hotel Doña Teresa) ; 2 Teen programs (Gredos)
2005 - 22 programs in Valdelavilla; 25 programs in Gredos; 15 programs in La Alberca; 1 program in Doña Teresa; 2 programs in Tuscany (Italy); 6 Teen programs (La Alberca)
2006 - 26 programs in Valdelavilla; 35 programs in La Alberca; 2 programs in Doña Teresa; 4 programs in Tuscany (Italy); 4 programs in Cazorla; 4 Teen programs (La Alberca)
2007 - 23 programs in Valdelavilla; 35 programs in La Alberca; 3 programs in Tuscany (Italy); 6 programs in Cazorla; 2 programs in Pals, 4 programs for Teens (La Alberca), 3 programs for Kids (Candeleda)
2008 - 24 programs in Valdelavilla; 26 programs in La Alberca; 5 programs in Cazorla; 2 programs in Umbría (Italy); 3 programs in Pals, 7 programs for Teens (La Alberca & Cazorla), 3 programs for Kids (Candeleda)
2009 - 26 programs in Valdelavilla; 23 programs in La Alberca; 9 programs in Cazorla; 11 programs for Teens (La Alberca, Cazorla, Aldeaduero, Els Avets), 5 programs for Kids (Candeleda, Aldeaduero)
2010 - 33 programs in La Alberca; 14 programs in Coto del Valle; 5 programs in Los Peñascales; 3 programs in Pinar de la Vidriera ; 2 programs in Els Avets; 2 programs in Aldeaduero; 19 programs for Teens ( La Alberca , Els Avets, Aldeaduero, Pinar de la Vidriera, Priego); 6 programs for Kids (Candeleda and Aldeaduero)
2011 - 26 programs in La Alberca; 5 programs in Doña Teresa (La Alberca, Salamanca); 16 programs in Coto del Valle; 3 programs in Aldeaduero; 4 programs in Candeleda; 2 programs in Black Forrest (Germany); 21 programs for Teens (La Alberca, Els Avets, Aldeaduero, Cazorla, Priego, Campus el Sabio); 6 programs for Kids (Candeleda and Aldeaduero)

Total count = 634 programs ….and counting!

Dates and venues for 2012 - The dates are published in our CALENDAR. All the volunteers in our database will get updated as new programs or venues are added.

 

OUR PORTFOLIO

English is the most widely taught and understood language in the world, and sometimes is described as a lingua franca. Although Modern Standard Chinese and Spanish!! Approx 239,000,000 to 238,000,000 as of 2009 has more mother-tongue speakers (approximately 800 million) English is unquestionably used by more people as a second or foreign language, putting the total number of English-speakers worldwide at well over one billion.
Source:  www.wikipedia.org 2006

Under the “More Than English” umbrella, The Pueblo Ingles Programs are the core of our business.  Complemented by a range of other associated offerings – all endeavoring to improve the use of the English language.

Masters in English
An intensive masters program has been developed with professionals in mind. With different levels of “full-time” classes 25 hrs/week and “part-time”(Executive) classes 10hrs/week, this nine-month program delivers fast results. The group of teachers, each with their own specialty, offer a comprehensive agenda of activities to raise the student's level in all aspects of communicating in English. Since February 2009, the English masters program has been available online to anyone in Spain (and the world really!). The Masters program is our most intensive language program. The course runs throughout the year (from October – July or February – December) and consists of weekly classes and residential programs. There are a maximum number of 6 students per class; and one of the most rewarding aspects of the course for teachers is that they are generally extremely motivated.

There are 4 formats: Full-time Masters in English; Executive Masters (weekends and weekdays); Online Masters (weekday morning, afternoon or evenings).

In-Company and Private Classes
Our clients' English needs are assessed to provide the most appropriate training, whether it be in-house or at our offices in Madrid.  We currently have 50 teachers teaching private and group classes in small to large companies in the Madrid province.  These classes are particularly popular for students who attended Pueblo Ingles programs and want to maintain their level.

Intensive Grammar Residential Courses
Only one out-of-every ten Spaniards can honestly say they speak English if the question is asked in a job interview. The objective during our grammar programs is for each student to learn enough to handle any situation comfortably, even a job interview. Once we know a student's level and his or her needs, we set objectives for their 5-day or weekend program and create a study plan to ensure that they are met. Each group (made up of 2 to 4 students with a similar level) will be assigned the same number of teachers of different nationalities and backgrounds in order to expose the students to an array of accents and approaches.

English Required is a job search engine for companies who are looking for personnel that posses a high or even bilingual level of English.  Companies placing job vacancies on this popular job portal benefit from a selection of high quality staff as previously screened using very specific criteria.  This site, used by Spanish job seekers, is also visited by other English speakers living in Spain and even includes some natives!

More Than English TV
Our web-based TV show delivers English around the clock, to students around the globe. We have a diverse mix of programs including news, reports, interviews and classes that help tune in ears whilst developing pronunciation and grammar accuracy.

KIDS AND TEENS

Summer Camps - Pueblo Ingles for Teens @ the different enclaves all over Spain

How do you fancy taking part in a fun-filled program in Spain, meeting teens from all over the world and more importantly without your parents lurking in the background? We host you for the entire week for free! All you have to pay for is your flight and before and after accommodations and we take care of the rest!

Weekend and Easter programs @ the different enclaves all over Spain

Along with the 8-day and 15-day Teen programs in the month of July we offer weekend courses at our country venue in Soria. These courses are tailored to kids from 8-12 years of age and 13-17 years of age. From Friday afternoon to Sunday night, the youngsters practice their English through games, debates and activities while avoiding traditional classroom techniques that can be restrictive. Being completely immersed in English, their leaders are all native English speakers with plenty of energy and pizzazz. These programs are also done over the Easter break.

After School Work Shops @ our Kids and Teens headquarters in Madrid

At Kids and Teens the after school activities we organize are dynamic, diverse, interactive and exciting for the students. Parents bring their children here because they want their child to associate learning English with being fun, and they want their child to learn through fun games and activities. Students learn a large range of vocabulary and get to practice English in dynamic situations. The idea is that the kids learn new vocabulary each class related to a theme or topic; they then put this vocabulary into practice during the class. We divide the students according to the following age ranges and no more than 6 to 8 students per group.
Infants: kids between 3 and 6 years old; Kids: children between 7 and 12 years old; Teens: students between 13 and 17 years old.

If you have read through this website thoroughly and you are interested in coming to Spain to be one of our Anglo volunteers then please click on the link below and fill out an on-line application. If you want to read more about Pueblo Ingles and whether you are a suitable candidate please use the blue navigation bar above.