Fresh powder skiing one day, wine tasting another, sunbathing on a beach the next…welcome to life in Chile's vibrant capital, Santiago! With its stunning setting right next to the magnificent backdrop of the Andes, Santiago is modern and cosmopolitan. It consists of skyscrapers, universities, theatres, art galleries and more, with beautifully kept gardens and squares dotted about in between. The culture shock typically experienced in other Latin American countries comes in a much reduced form here: colonial, Latin and European influences are all present in their own way, yet coming together as an attractive, subtle blend quite unique to South America.

Santiago is a great place for a school group because of the low level of culture shock and the ease of getting around on the modern efficient subway system. There are also plenty of varied activities in and around the capital including museums and art galleries, getting to know the capital’s well kept and extensive parks, rafting and trekking in Cajon de Maipo, visiting a winery, skiing and snowboarding or a trip to the beach only 90 minutes away.

This school provides an ideal setting to learn Spanish. It sits in a quiet side street in the lovely residential neighbourhood of Providencia, close to many restaurants, bars and cafés, and is easily accessible by major bus routes and the Metro (Station: Manuel Montt).

This is one of the most attractive neighbourhoods of Santiago and is very accessible from other parts of the city. Most host families are also located in Providencia. Teachers are all fully qualified in teaching Spanish as a foreign language and have university degrees.