Testimonials
TEFL Barcelona was launched in Spring 2006, building on the success of our long-established sister course in Paris. Since then, many students have passed though our classrooms and gone on to rewarding careers teaching TEFL in Spain and around the world. Below are a few things which students in Barcelona have said about our approach, our TEFL course, and the support which we provide. Where email addresses are given, please feel free to contact the students if you require more information.
To read graduate's views on employment opportunities and their experience as tefl teachers see our job guidance page: tefl in Spain
Latest feedback from students on our TEFL course:
October 2009
The course is intensive but very informative. I totally enjoyed the course and felt challenged everyday.
Robert Nolan, October 2009
robertnolan@ireland.com
The course proved to be very useful. I would have no hesitation in recommending the course. I would tell prospective students to be prepared.
Conner McKeever, October 2009
mckeever1@talk21.com
Very interesting and useful. Teaches various points of view on how to teach.
Jen Stammers, October 2009
Jstammers83@hotmail.com
A very comprehensive and intensive course, detailing all the fundamentals of teaching theory and practice. I feel more knowledgeable and confident in teaching now.
Charles McDonald, October 2009
charlie_d_mcdonald@hotmail.com
A very thorough and intensive course, well tutored and supported. I really enjoyed my time and feel I have honed my skills in TEFL.
Dominic Foster , October 2009
September 2009
I would recommend the course to friends and interested people. The training staff are friendly and helpful and the course content is excellent. It is hard work at times but also very enjoyable.
Jonny Fawcett, September 2009
chinapig@live.co.uk
I found the course to be really comprehensive and definitely feel prepared to start teaching. Thanks to everyone, Erwin, Geoff, Tim and Kerry for all their help, ideas, suggestions with lesson planning.
Sean Meehan, September 2009
s_p_meehan@hotmail.com
This course has prepared me and opened doors to teaching in Barcelona.
Karline Nazarro, September 2009
Karli2224@yahoo.com
I would recommend TEFL Barcelona. I think the course content is good and the lessons are interactive and fun. The trainers are approachable and provide help, ideas and excellent feedback
Peter McKenzie, September 2009
Peter.mckenzie@hotmail.com
I would recommend the course to anyone interested in being TEFL certified. After completing the course, I feel very confident in teaching. It prepares you to teach in every context and different settings.
Jessica Tanney, September 2009
jtanney33@yahoo.com
August 2009
“It's worth coming out to Barcelona to meet new people, get to know the city, and meet real students. Very good course content, friendly tutors, great support and materials. Made lots of new friends”
Julie Jones (UK), August 2009
Juliejones57@yahoo.com
“I would recommend TEFL Barcelona. The teachers are friendly and helpful. It is very intensive, but if you do the work you can get a lot out of it.”
Sylvia Ackerman (USA), August 2009
Sylvia.ack@hotmail.com
“All the English teachers in Spain should do it! Do it! It's fantastic. It will change your life (in work terms). Thanks guys- so much!”
Marian Fradera (UK), August 2009
fradera@aol.com
“I would recommend TEFL Barcelona. This course really prepared me to start working as a TEFL teacher. It gave me ideas for lessons and the instructors help me improve my own teaching style.”
Naomi Mintzer (USA), August 2009
naomimintzer@hotmail.com
June 2009
“I enjoyed the course.The staff and location are great. It is one of the cheapest courses in Barcelona.”
Martin Welbourne (UK), June 2009
martinwel@hotmail.com
“TEFL Barcelona provides great opportunities to practice teaching and get first rate feedback from experienced teachers.”
Luke Moreland (USA), June 2009
lpmoreland@ucla.edu
“I would certainly recommend TEFL Barcelona. This course opened a whole new and different world for me. Through this course I became aware of certain skills I hadn’t realized I had.”
Gert Peeters (Belgium), June 2009
Gertpeeters@gmail.com
May 2009
“I really enjoyed the course. It was hard work, but really rewarding. I feel prepared for teaching now and the best thing is I have already found a job!”
Chris Ball (Ireland), May 2009
Chrisball02@googlemail.com
“I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course because it is a great location! It was intense, but not overly so. The teachers were professional, but casual at the same time. I also liked how we had students from Barcelona to teach.”
Daniele Kronemeyer (USA), May 2009
danielakronemeyer@gmail.com
April 2009
“I highly recommend TEFL Barcelona. The teachers are extremely helpful and approachable. Many of the recent graduates have already found jobs! It’s a language school as well so you get to meet other students and teach real classes!”
Moya Sands (Irish), April 2009
moyasands@hotmail.com
“I highly recommend TEFL Barcelona. The course was very comprehensive and emphasized real life teaching. I have come away with the confidence to teach English using a variety of methods and techniques I learned during the course”
Arthur Dolezol (Australia), April 2009
arthurdolezal@yahoo.com
“I would recommend the course because I found it worthwhile. All the lessons were well structured and thought out.”
Kate Matthews (Welsh), April 2009
Katemat86@yahoo.com
March 2009
“I highly recommend BCN Languages as the support staff were very helpful in providing information on the course and assisting me with finding accommodation. The teachers were very helpful and provided plenty of support in lesson planning and explaining test results.”
Jamal Tamir (UK), March 2009
thefilmfan@gmail.com
“I would recommend TEFL Barcelona. This course thoroughly prepares you to teach English.”
Evan Stockdale (Irish), March 2009
Evans2@u.washington.edu
“This course gives you everything you need to feel confident in teaching. The feedback session are very personal and helpful, all information given is relevant and needed – No unnecessary fillers!”
Michelle Dale (UK), March 2009
Michymoo100@hotmail.com
“Barcelona is a great, fun city to come visit. Doing a TEFL course here is a great excuse to live in a place with plenty to do, great weather and lovely people for four weeks.
Having the course at BCN Languages gives you the opportunity to experience what it is to be in a language school with other teachers, students and languages! Great location as well.”
Nina Medine (USA), March 2009
fninaq@hotmail.com
February 2009
“The course is hard work, but really rewarding at the same time. The help from the teachers, Erwin and Geoff was indispensable. They are both very approachable and easy to get along with! They think about the individual needs of each student and make the course fun and enjoyable.”
Lucy Sanders (UK), February 2009
Lucysanders12@hotmail.com
This is a very hard course where you need to focus 100%. There was a very good mix of activities. Both teachers, Erwin and Geoff are always available to help. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, despite the hard work. I always had very good support from both Erwin and Geoff.”
Fabienne Castellier (French), February 2009
Fabienne_castellier@hotmail.com
January 2009
“I would recommend the course to all my friends. I already have a job and started teaching before the course ended, with thanks to Kate and her job guidance.”
Katie Wright (UK), January 2009
klwright14@hotmail.com
“I would recommend the course to others. It is an intensive month and you need to be committed to the course. The staff and the teachers are very helpful and really prepare you for your future in teaching TEFL.”
Nicole Davis (USA), January 2009
Nikkid02@MSN.com
“I learned an incredible amount in such a short time. I began the class unconfident and unsure of how I would ever be able to teach. Now, I am confident, excited and prepared for teaching. Although, I have not started teaching yet, I feel I am prepared to do so. I would recommend TEFL to anyone who has ever thought about teaching English, even if they’re not 100% sure they want to.”
Jeff Davis (USA), January 2009
Jdavis4321@gmail.com
November 2008
“I would recommend the TEFL course in Barcelona because it is very well organized. The teaching methods were very interactive and engaging which made the whole course enjoyable. It’s a great way to meet amazing people, learn about how English really works and put it into practice straight away. To teach students during the course was such a privilege.”
Emma Barlow ( UK ), November 2008
duckie22@hotmail.com
“Yes I would recommend this course. It is very intensive, but it was also a lot of fun. I’ve met some great people. Geoff and Erwin were always available for help and advise and it was obvious that they wanted everyone to succeed. Our entire class became very close and it was a great learning environment.”
Amber Sellers ( USA ), November 2008
leigh.amber@gmail.com
“I would thoroughly recommend the course! Although intensive and stressful, it is packed with important information and makes you jump straight in. The place is lovely; the teachers are great and you’ll meet some fantastic people along the way. Whatever you choose to do afterwards, it will be a month of your life that you won’t forget.”
Lisa Hughes ( UK ), November 2008
lisa_madeleine@hotmail.com
“I would definitely recommend the TEFL BCN course. The teachers are very comprehensive and helpful; besides it’s located right in the center of Barcelona, which is a very lively city. It’s an intensive course, but it’s very well designed and planned. I’m glad I took it.”
Paula Perez ( Catalunya ), November 2008
paulaperezmarcos@hotmail.com
“I have found this course to be extremely beneficial to me and would definitely recommend it to others. I would have to advise prospective students to prepare for an intensive but fun learning experience with great teachers!”
Matt Seatman ( Wales ), November 2008
welsh_matthius2@yahoo.co.uk
October 2008
“Overall I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course. The course is run very thoroughly, professionally, and the standard of teaching is very high. Students considering this course should be aware of the work involved as it is challenging both physically and mentally. I feel however that in one month I have been given the best possible preparation for teaching and made friends for life.”
Matthew Grigor ( Scotland ), October 2008
mattg_68@hotmail.com
“After speaking to other TEFL students, I am glad to have chosen TEFL Barcelona. It has equipped me with all that is necessary to teach. It has pushed me to improve myself as a person and as a teacher. Weeks of intensive work, but extremely rewarding and satisfying.”
Pauline Buchanan ( Scotland ), October 2008
“I would recommend this course to a friend. The course has been very thorough, and the teachers are very interested and passionate about the subject, which created more interest for us as students. Everyone was very helpful and approachable. I enjoyed the course.”
Rachel Cox ( Wales ), October 2008
“I would recommend this course, mostly because moving here I made several great friends and also learned quite a lot about teaching. I would stress the intensity of the workload so be prepared to learn a whole lot about grammar, teaching, and the English language.”
Stacey Hensley ( USA ), October 2008
staceym.hensley@gmail.com
September 2008
“Fantastic course with great detail, overall guidance, and content. Teaching experience from day two! I was part of a group totaling 6 students whereas some other TEFL schools in the city have classes exceeding 25!”
Rob Bateman ( UK ), September 2008
batemanrob@gmail.com
“The feedback was excellent for improving my confidence in teaching. I gathered some quality skills to use on the job in a short amount of time. I enjoyed the professional manner with which the course was presented, and how helpful and personable the staff was.”
Tim Lamanna ( USA ), September 2008
tlamanna@live.com
“The course is very intense but your classmates are all in the same situation and you will make amazing friends. The instructors are very approachable and willing to assist you in your learning process and lesson planning. TEFL BCN will give you a good basis to begin your teaching career.”
Stephanie Ejegi-Meineh ( UK ), September 2008
steph.ejegi@gmail.com
“I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course. It was more difficult and time consuming than I expected, but worth it.I feel that I’ve learned a lot and I feel prepared to teach”
Lucy Caigne ( USA ), September 2008
lacaigne@hotmail.com
“I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course. There is a fun atmosphere in the class, and a good dynamic between students and teachers. The practical teaching classes were essential and enjoyable, and the feedback sessions gave me many suggestions for improvement.”
Shane Murray ( Ireland ), September 2008
sshmurray@hotmail.com
August 2008
“This course has been invaluable to me both for becoming a teacher and for my integration into Barcelona. The instruction has been of the highest standard and after just one month I feel confident in my ability to teach. Geoff and Erwin are fantastic tutors who have provided much more than just academic support. I would highly recommend the course!”
Jemma Goodman (London, UK), August 2008
jc_goodman@hotmail.com
“I would definitely recommend the course-the instructors are experienced and enthusiastic. I got everything I wanted from the experience. Although the workload is sizable, what is demanded of you is reasonable and in fact I found most of the work enjoyable. I was skeptical about whether the course was a good value, but I can now say that I am pleased with my investment.”
James Garratt ( UK ), August 2008
james.garratt@hotmail.com
“I would absolutely recommend this course! I researched teaching abroad for over a year and finally chose TEFL BCN based on location and reputation. Prospective students need to know that this is truly a good investment. I am certain that what I’ve learned here will resonate with me for years to come. You can’t go wrong with this course in this location!”
Lauren Adams (New York, USA), August 2008
lmadams@email.unc.edu
“I feel this course adequately prepared me to teach, especially as I had no previous experience with language students. I would suggest it to anyone who wants to improve their teaching skills or marketability.”
Chesney Mckenzie (Texas, USA), August 2008
cmckenzie867@gmail.com
“This was a really well-constructed and enjoyable course that included a lot of hands-on learning. Beginning teaching practice form day two maximizes the opportunity to develop as a teacher, while still being supported through the learning process.”
Loren Hope ( Australia ), August 2008
lorenhope@gmail.com
“It is definitely a complete course giving all kinds of information and tips on how to be a good teacher. I really enjoyed the time and will use the ideas and materials for my future lessons.”
Elke Schmidt ( Germany ), August 2008
More testimonials, this time grouped by theme:
Overall assessment
This course was better than I could have imagined. The class dynamic was amazing. The teachers were so knowledgeable and approachable. This course was a definite challenge for me. I really feel like I learned a great deal and have been given a whole new perspective on teaching.
Natalie White (UK), March 2008
whitenatalie1@gmail.com
I would recommend this course to anyone who is at all interested in travel, teaching, or language. The input sessions were fascinating, innovative, and engaging. I was able to find a job before the course was finished. Studying with TEFL Barcelona is the best decision I’ve ever made because I feel well prepared to march into the world of TEFL with confidence.
Frances Riddle (USA), July 2008
francesriddle@gmail.com
I would certainly recommend this course. The atmosphere created by the trainers makes you feel relaxed from day one. Before I came on the course I knew nothing about grammar but the inputs are broken down into manageable chunks. I have really enjoyed learning about the structure of my own language and I was offered several jobs before the course even finished.
Dan Ewing (UK), July 2008
danewing25@hotmail.com
I would definitely recommend this course. Throughout the four weeks it was always interesting and well organized. Erwin and Geoff are extremely knowledgeable and supportive trainers.The course content is purposeful, relevant, and rewarding. We had a blast!
Sam Roberts (UK), July 2008
samroberts1982@hotmail.com
I would highly recommend the course to anyone interested in TEFL or living abroad in general. The staff, trainers, and fellow students were all magnificent and I could not have asked for a better experience. The students we taught were eager to learn and it was a joy to work with them for these four weeks.
Mike Sneed (USA), July 2008
sneedmr@gmail.com
I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course. It was a lot of fun and the trainers were very helpful. I am an experienced teacher, and I feel that this course has taught me a lot. I know I will be even more successful when I return home to teach.
Katie McGowan (USA), July 2008
khouston20@msn.com
I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who is interested in TEFL. Everything was laid out very clearly from the start so I felt very secure throughout the course. The trainers are great and very friendly. The course is through and complete!
Caley Holmboe (UK), February 2008
TEFL Barcelona is a great course. I would recommend it because it was always interesting and I learned heaps. This seems to be one of the most intensive courses in Barcelona. The students are awesome, the trainers are great, be prepared to work really hard!
Elizabeth Reeves (UK), March 2008
bethiebontoes@hotmail.com
This was a great course. As an experienced teacher, I feel that I learned a lot of valuable information that I will use in the future. I especially value the input on how to organize a lesson well, how to teach grammar, and how to keep the class student-centered.
Rachel Adams (USA), May 2008
I recommend the TEFL Barcelona course to anyone. You will enter the teaching world fully prepared to teach and equipped with practical materials. The course is intensive but achievable and the small group classes are good fun.
Claire Ohlsen (USA), March 2008
claire.ohlsen@gmail.com
I would definitely recommend the course to others. I have thoroughly enjoyed the course and found it stimulating, rewarding, and exciting.
Ross Morgan (UK), June 2008
rosalind25@hotmail.com
I have already recommended the TEFL Barcelona course to friends. This has been an amazing experience and I recommend it to anyone who’s is looking for a career change or even just a month out. The people I’ve met have all been very nice. To top it all off, I have a job to go to next week.
Josh Reynolds (USA), June 2008
yoshireynolds@gmail.com
I recommend the course. The instructors are well qualified. Job prospects are ample. The city of Barcelona is cosmopolitan and lively.
Orion Jones (UK), January 2008
orion.d.jones@gmail.com
TEFL Barcelona is well organized and well run. It is a lot of work, but students are given all the support that they need. Teaching practice time is a good opportunity to put all the theory into practice and prepares you well for future teaching jobs. I would definitely recommend TEFL Barcelona.
Gemma Bassindale (UK), March 2008
geya84@hotmail.com
I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course to anyone who is looking to spend time in a vibrant city. The course is very intensive; however the trainers provide a lot of support. The course includes a lot of teaching practice and I found the hands-on approach excellent for me to improve my teaching style. Everyone was very friendly and I feel well equipped to enter the wide world as a confident teacher.
Minal Raja (UK), June 2008
minalraja@hotmail.com
I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course for its professionalism, experience and highly specific and detailed course content .Each week builds upon the prior one (s) to provide students with the skills, resources, confidence and motivation to enter the professional world of teaching.
Luann Gilligan Gray (USA), December 2007
lcg121@gmail.com
I recommend this course 100% . Tefl Barcelona has given me skills and confidence to change my life, do something completely different and travel the world .
I would really encourage students to do the Spanish classes before the course.
Catherine Murray (UK), June 2007
catherinemarymurray@hotmail.com
I would recommend the Tefl Barcelona course because the month is well structured , teachers are very encouraging with adequate criticism but praising enough to retain confidence ! Grammar and phonology lessons are very well done with good activities and relevant tests to concept check.
Kirsty Yoxon (Isle of Skye, Scotland), May 2007
kess29@aol.com
I would recommend this course . Very friendly atmosphere. Tutors very friendly . A lot of input sessions and ideas given . A lot of materials to use .
Sarah Gallichan (UK), December 2007 (Currently employed by BCN Languages)
sarahstallone@hotmail.com
Quality teaching
The course content was well-structured and our trainers were amazing. Everyone was helpful and friendly. I feel privileged to have studied with TEFL Barcelona.
Melanie Wallace (UK), March 2008
greenjelly22@hotmail.com
I recommend this course to prospective students because the trainers are highly-skilled and dedicated to their work. The course is intensive and rewarding.
Cormac Symington (USA), February 2008
sacmym@yahoo.com
I have already recommended this course to a number of friends. It goes at a quick but comprehensive pace and covers in detail all the basics of EFL teaching. It also gives ample time for teaching practice. I feel the course has fully prepared me to teach in any setting.
Michael Placht (UK), April 2008
mk.plax@gmail.com
I recommend the course because of the teacher’s guidance, understanding, and unusual intuitiveness and respect towards students. The course was well-structured and organized. I learned a lot more than I had ever expected.
Julia Gomez (Spain), March 2008
evitaleo@hotmail.com
I really recommend the Tefl Barcelona course mainly because of Erwin. He is a kind, patient and very good teacher and it all depends on the teacher, doesn’t it? :) The course is quite intense and by the end of the 4 weeks you have had a lot of input sessions and about 9 hours teaching practice with lovely students. If you’re just coming to Barcelona for the course , make sure you have some extra days to enjoy this beautiful city.
Maria Selmeier (Germany), October 2007
mareiern@web.de
“Come here! The teachers are great and the course is extremely thorough. The learning atmosphere is fun and then people I’ve met will forever be my friends and colleagues.”
Julia Grubb, August 2006
julslbh81@hotmail.com
“I think the trainers were great and the resources were great. It is a lot of work but a really great experience.”
Justine Neeson, January 2007
jneeson@gmail.com
“I would highly recommend this course. It’s a great experience for all those who want to change their career or go in a different direction. I found the course to be dynamic and really suited to my needs. There was something for everyone! To prospective students, I would say ‘go for it!’ It’s a great chance to meet others, broaden your horizons and get a teaching qualification at the same time.”
Cherith Thompson, September 2006
Preparing a class.
Preparing you for the classroom
I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course because it not only teaches you things that you need to know in order to be an English teacher, but it also acts as a springboard by giving you an insight into the world of teaching and finding work.
Chris Kelly (UK), January 2008
I would recommend the course to prospective students. The class was interesting and engaging. I think the fact that there is a lot of teaching practice makes it an excellent preparation for a career in TEFL.
Natassia Brenman (UK), February 2008
nats_fb@hotmail.com
The TEFL Barcelona course is intensive but you realize at the end that all the information is absolutely relevant and necessary to begin a career in TEFL.
Meghan O’Connor (USA), January 2008
Meghan@student.umass.edu
TEFL Barcelona, although intensive, is a lot of fun. You will leave prepared and ready to be an effective teacher.
Andrew Paraissien (UK), March 2008
para_10@hotmail.com
A very thorough course, that stands you in good stead to be a teacher.
The trainers are incredibly knowledgeable and help grow your confidence. Highly recommended.
Marilena Reina (UK), September 2007
contactmaz@hotmail.com
I would recommend the Tefl Barcelona course to anyone interested in teaching English to ESL/ EFL students. The course provides you with enough theory and practice so that by the end of the month you feel secure and ready to go out into the teaching world. Meeting and working with international pupils was also great!
Monika Varela (El Salvador), July 2007
mon_var@yahoo.com
I would recommend the course because it showed me clearly the teaching needs that are required for TEFL instruction ,including teacher language, classroom management , and lesson structure. I could see my planning and teaching improve as the course progressed , and the real test: I found a job just as the course was finishing, which of course was my original goal.
Jeff Volk (USA) , May 2007
kor_tenente@yahoo.com
"I would recommend most people do the TEFL course. It opens your eyes to the English language, giving you the tools to pass the language on. There was a lovely, friendly atmosphere in the school. I found the course informative and intensive. The trainer was approachable and friendly, and there were lots of group discussions –getting us to think for ourselves rather than dictation. I was very satisfied and happy with the course. Thank you very much."
Leeanne Cooper, April 2006
Annelee232001@yahoo.co.uk
“I would highly recommend the course because it has improved my teaching skills far beyond my expectations. My grammar has improved, and mostly importantly, the atmosphere was so warm and friendly that it made the stressful times less stressful and actually enjoyable. Thank you!!”
Amanda Greene, November 2006
“The TEFL Barcelona course teaches you a wide variety of teaching methods while providing the practical environment in which to use them. In addition to lessons covered in the classroom, we were given resources and further instructions on how to pursue the subject on our own.The course gave a thorough overview of classroom techniques, grammar knowledge, lesson planning and activities as well as a unique view from the perspective of a student of foreign languages.”
Sara Custer, November 2006
sara.custer@gmail.com
“TEFL Barcelona is a great learning center. I came into the course as a clueless American that wanted to teach English.I am leaving the course a confident American English instructor and that is all thanks to the guidance provided by the great Mr. Erwin Ebens!”
Ray Garcia, August 2006
deenaboy24@hotmail.com
Friendly and Helpful
The TEFL Barcelona course fully prepares you for entry into the language teaching workforce. The trainers are caring, encouraging, and knowledgeable. They help guide you towards realizing your greatest teaching potential. Even beyond the course, they care about each student as an individual and the course is designed so that everyone feels personally attended to. I loved the course and only wished it were longer.
Khalilah Clelland (USA), February 2008
khalilahi@hotmail.com
You will hit the ground running with teaching practice from the first day. The comfortable and supportive environment as well as the many teaching resources helps prepare you to be an excellent teacher of English to foreign students.
Almudeue Bauo Mauti, June 2008
almuddeue@hotmail.com
I feel that the course is intensive and concise. The trainers were always approachable and eager to share their expertise. It is refreshing to see our trainers wanting us to succeed and find good jobs. I learned a lot of grammar and am now fascinated by the English language.
Onome Stenlake (UK), July 2008
weymouthwavebabe@hotmail.com
I have really enjoyed this course and would certainly recommend it. It was professionally run but very friendly and personal. The teachers had lots of time for each of us and were very encouraging and supportive all the way through. The course was very varied and we had the chance to experience things from a student’s perspective and play lots of games. I would advise potential students to learn as much grammar as possible before the course and be prepared for some very hard work, including evenings and weekends. I would also advise them to do the week’s Spanish before the course – INVALUABLE – I learnt a lot of Spanish , enjoyed the course and, more importantly, picked up some teaching ideas that validated what Erwin was telling us . It was great to be given other students’ email addresses before the course as it meant we already knew someone when we got here and could see what level / how prepared the others were.
Louise Mackay (UK), June 2007
ljlmackay@hotmail.com
I would recommend TEFL Barcelona. The teacher trainers offer great support and training. At the same time we were pushed hard. I really enjoyed the challenge of the course. The course was very thorough and I will draw on its content throughout my future career.
Harry Wynne- Morgan (UK), April 2007
harrywynne-morgan@hotmail.com
"The staff was friendly and courteous. The school is in a really good location. We learned several approaches and could adapt from these to whatever a school asked for. And I feel I have developed ways to research for new materials and adapt classes to any given level, having dealt with a variety of levels in our practice teaching sessions. I found the demo lessons especially valuable since they provided you with more ideas on how you could structure a lesson and different techniques used. The trainer was very open, helpful and inviting. He was always available to help us no matter what time it was."
Maria Cedillo, April 2006
onlyme95605@yahoo.com
“I would recommend this course because the tutors genuinely seem to care about the students’ success. I was a bit wary about enrolling onto a course that has only been established for two years but, with the benefit of hindsight, I think that this fact means that Erwin and John pay more attention to detail because they want this course to succeed. More established courses could be guilty of complacency.My fellow students were a great help too.”
Andrew Hay, January 2007
andy_hay@hotmail.com
Worth the commitment
This course is four weeks of intensive, practically-based learning. It is varied and stimulating and I have learned a lot about teaching of English and about myself. It does require a sense of responsibility and discipline in order to get the most out of it, but it was still very enjoyable and we all had a lot of fun.
Barbara Stearn (UK), June 2008
b_stearn@hotmail.com
I would recommend this course because though it’s intensive and challenging, I feel fully prepared to start teaching English.
Brianne Friedman (USA), January 2008
bafriedman22@hotmail.com
I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course to anyone who has an honest interest in teaching English. The course is intensive, the work will keep you busy and you will surely learn a lot and gain a lot of experience. Do prepare yourself for a busy month!
Erin Greene (UK), January 2008
I would certainly recommend the course to other students. I love being in Barcelona because it has a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. It is important to note that this course requires a serious commitment with regards to time and energy. However it was always enjoyable and has proven highly rewarding.
Natasha Tucker (UK), July 2008
tucker_natasha@hotmail.com
I would definitely recommend the course. Although at times it was intense, I really feel like I gained a lot. With regards to grammar I feel like I learnt more on this course than throughout my whole time at school / university . A great deal of teaching practice was involved which helped me build my confidence.
Cat Symonds (USA), September 2007
CatSymonds@yahoo.co.uk
It was a very intensive course and lots of work, however, the skills gained are invaluable not just for teaching but also for other life situations. It also gives you a currency to use all over the world , meaning you can teach and travel for as long as you want!
Laura Warby (UK), July 2007
lawaby@hotmail.com
I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course to anyone interested. I would say that Barcelona is a fantastic setting for the course and that I feel very well prepared to teach now. However, I would warn that the course is professional and should not be used as an excuse to go on vacation.
Mary Chandler Tahey (USA), March 2007
marychandler.tahey@gmail.com
“I would recommend the TEFL Barcelona course because it is intensive but brilliant fun, hard work but informative and a good place to try out, practice and develop teaching skills.”
Marjorie Clarke, June 2006
marj.clarke@gmail.com
“I would recommend the course. The introduction to teaching real students at an early stage was invaluable. The support from tutors and job guidance was very good. I would urge potential students to consider their knowledge of grammar and if need be, begin studying it before the course. The schedule is intense but highly rewarding.”
Ann Cunningham, June 2006
annie-pink@hotmail.com
“Do it! The teachers are very supportive. The classes are good fun and the students are brilliant. It’s intensive, but in all the best ways.”
Laura Smith, January 2007
laura_smells@hotmail.com
“I’d recommend this course to anyone who wants a hands-on approach to learning how to teach, improving teaching skills and at the same time exploring the city of Barcelona.”
Bryn Clayton, September 2006
brynclayton@yahoo.com
And for those who speak a bit of French, here is an article from a local paper. about our French sister course.
If you have any questions about the course, please contact us.
