OUR HISTORY

The project, launched in 2000, was created as a complimentary tool to traditional English teaching methods.  Many Spaniards 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 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.
October 2010 – Aldeaduero opens for adults.

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.  Eight years of experience and over 450 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 8 days.

Program Timeline
2001 - 4 programs in Valdelavilla
2002 - 11 programs in Valdelavilla
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)
2005 - 22 programs in Valdelavilla; 25 programs in Gredos; 15 programs in La Alberca; 1 program in Doña Teresa;
2 programs in Tuscany (Italy)
2006 - 26 programs in Valdelavilla; 35 programs in La Alberca; 2 programs in Doña Teresa; 4 programs in Tuscany (Italy);
4 programs in Cazorla; 2 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)

 

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 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 this is a range of other associated offerings; all endeavouring to improve the use of the English language.

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
Along with the 8 day Teen programs we offer seperate weekend courses for kids, at Candeleda, in the month of July.   The two programs are tailored to kids of 8-13 and 14-17 years of age, respectively.  From Friday afternoon to Sunday night, the youngsters practise their English through games, debates and activities whilst avoiding restrictive, traditional classroom techniques.  Being completely immersed in English, their “leaders” are all native English speakers with plenty of energy and pizazz.

 

Executive Masters in English
An intensive masters program has been developed with professionals in mind.  With classes for different levels staring on Friday afternoon, continuing on Saturday and Sunday mornings mean that this nine month program delivers fast results.  The group of teachers, each with their own speciality, offer a comprehensive agenda of activities to raise the students level in all aspects of communicating in English. The course is officially certified for meeting the Common European Framework standard.

 

In-Company and Private Classes
Our clients’ English needs are assessed to provide the most appropriate training, whether it be in-house or at out offices in Madrid.  We currently have 30 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.

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.