Our Methodology

Learning another language is not just about learning a new grammar and newvocabulary it means  learning a new way to think. Spanish is a fascinating language. Total immersion by one on one classes with a native Spanish speaker in a Spanish speaking country, makes the language come alive in a way your high school Spanish 101 class never could.

The teachers in Jardin de America are not only highly instructed to teach Spanish as a second language from their formal education, but also in a special two-month course given by the administration of Jardin de America, in which prospective teachers are taught the methodology, objectives and curriculum of the school.

Our teaching methodology has proved to be very effective. We make sure our students understand the fundamental mechanics of Spanish and a basic vocabulary, building up on a solid foundation, carefully developing a student’s language skills according to their needs. Our method is based on learning correct grammar through very intensive classes with oral and written exercises. Basic conversation is also a very important part of our program for analyzing pronunciation as well as accent. Formal reading and reading comprehension are highly stressed.

To help you to understand different accents, we suggest studying with a different teacher every week, although you may stay with the same teacher if you prefer. Jardin de America Spanish School is accredited with both the Minesterio de Educacion and the Instituto Guatemalteco de Turismo (INGUAT).