Advanced Spanish

Our advanced Spanish course is for students with extensive previous experience  learning Spanish and a C1 level or fluency.

Advanced Spanish Course

Below are general descriptions of our levels and their equivalents to the CEFR

The C Levels: Proficient User
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C1 (Advanced) :

At the C1 CEFR level, a language learner:

– Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer clauses, and recognize implicit meaning.
– Can express ideas fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions.
– Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.
– Can produce clear, well- structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.

Join our Advanced Spanish Class!

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Farolito Spanish Courses

We offer a variety of Spanish classes to suit your needs. Our lessons are fun, practical and effective. Start from any ability level and become part of this beautiful community of Spanish learners!

Regular Spanish Group Course

Join other learners to grow your Spanish skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

 

 

Intensive Spanish Group Course​

A great way to progress faster through our levels in a shorter period of time.

 

 

Private Spanish Course

Learn Spanish at your own pace and with flexible session times that fit your schedule.

 

 

 

Quick Spanish 101

Want to have a taste of our Spanish courses and just learn the basics? Are you travelling soon and want to be ready to speak with the locals? Try our shorter 8-weeks introductory course for absolute beginners. No textbook required.

Online Spanish Course​s

Study Spanish from the comfort of your home or your favourite cafe! With the same content and format of our face-to-face lessons, our courses also run live online via Zoom.

 

Farolito Spanish Levels

We offer a variety of Spanish levels to suit your needs. Our lessons are fun, practical and effective. Start from any ability level and become part of this beautiful community of Spanish learners!

Spanish for Beginner

Our basic levels. For students with no experience learning Spanish to a maximum of 60 hours of previous learning. CEFR equivalent: A1

 

Spanish for Intermediate

For students with previous experience learning Spanish. From 60 hours to 200 hours of previous learning. This bracket includes two CEFR level equivalents: A2 and B1

Spanish for Advanced

For students with extensive previous experience learning the language and a C1 level of fluency

 

 

Spanish for Teenagers

Private and group tuition for high school students taking Spanish IB courses or preparing for VCE in Spanish.

 

 

Spanish for Kids

We offer specialised private tuition for children from 5 to 12 years old at your home. Great discounts for groups of 2 or 3 children!

 

Do you have some previous experience learning Spanish, but you are unsure of your level?

Take our level assessment online here

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Testimonials

  • Farolito has given me an excellent start to developing my spanish skills. Each course is well thought out and lessons are engaging and interactive. Their swift movement to online teaching was fantastic as well. Jan's extensive knowledge of language makes him an excellent teacher and his passion for teaching is always evident. I have thoroughly enjoyed the three beginners courses I have taken and look forward to continuing my journey and learning more about the Spanish Language. Thank you Jan and Farolito!

    Kim Mosbach Avatar Kim Mosbach
    July 10, 2020

    Confidence in my conversational Spanish really grew after attending Farolito Spanish. It’s such a great environment with small class sizes and the teacher. Really enjoyed the weekly classes as it motivates you to study before the class and keeps you accountable. Highly recommend!!

    Jeanie Xu Avatar Jeanie Xu
    April 10, 2022

    Farolito is fantastic. Small classes with teachers who are really well prepared and keep learning interesting. My Spanish is really improving and I look forward to classes each week with a great group of people. If you want to learn Spanish this is the place.

    emma hess Avatar emma hess
    June 6, 2024
  • First time learning Spanish at Farolito and loving every class! A great way to learn a language, featuring a supportive interactive class environment, great resources and friendly & approachable tutor. Highly recommend joining if interested in learning Spanish 🙂

    Em Craw Avatar Em Craw
    November 21, 2023

    The first term in the beginners class with Farolito was excellent. My learning of the language, being present in the classroom, is so much better than online learning. You get to learn alongside other people who are going through the same stuff that you are and can share your experiences immediately. And most importantly, you get an excellent structured approach and weekly homework that makes sure you study between the classes. Our Spanish born teacher brought an awesome amount of energy as well which made the learning engaging and fun. ¡Muy bien! Highly recommended.

    Geoff Woods Avatar Geoff Woods
    August 25, 2022

    Really good fun, learnt a lot. Highly recommend .

    Angus McMillan Avatar Angus McMillan
    September 30, 2021
  • Farolito Spanish offers engaging and fun classes for all Spanish levels! The teachers are exceptional, creating varied classwork and homework every week. The varied coursework ensures you develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in parallel. The class groups have always been incredibly welcoming and encouraging! I am looking forward to seeing everyone back in the classroom at some point, however, the transition to the online format has been exceptionally smooth! ¡Gracias Jan and Farolito!

    Fleur Sutherland Avatar Fleur Sutherland
    July 6, 2020

    After putting off learning Spanish for years, I am so glad I found this place Farolito has been fun and interactive. Jan is an excellent teacher. See you next term ... Diana

    Howard Smith Avatar Howard Smith
    March 6, 2024

    Starting to learn Spanish at Farolito has been a great experience. The classes are always engaging and interactive (regardless of whether they are online or in-person). Jan's knowledge of languages generally really stands out, and his approach to teaching beginners is first class.

    Thomas Borland Avatar Thomas Borland
    January 29, 2021
  • Fantastic classes with focus on speaking Spanish, grammar and vocabulary. Jan is an excellent teacher, and Faralito has a friendly and supportive learning environment. I’ll be back for term 2!

    Aerin Hines Avatar Aerin Hines
    April 4, 2022

    My daughter, Skye, has been taking the Beginners 1 class this past term and has thoroughly enjoyed it. Jan is an excellent teacher and he has helped her feel welcome and comfortable as the youngest student in the class. We will be continuing!

    Bernadette Baker Avatar Bernadette Baker
    September 2, 2023

    I love my weekly Spanish classes at Farolito! The small classes are great and I feel much more confident speaking than before I started. Highly recommend signing up for some classes if you need the push to take your Spanish to the next level 🙂

    Annabel Heron Avatar Annabel Heron
    August 28, 2023
  • The class environment is fun! I feel motivated for every class and Jan is very encouraging as a teacher. Material is very well-prepared and structured with various methods that makes the learning experience engaging.

    Popy Kirana Avatar Popy Kirana
    August 25, 2022

    Fantastic school, really helped me get on top of mi Espanol and made it fun! Would recommend to anyone, whether the professionals or someone looking to start. Muchas Gracias!!

    Tim Hanson Avatar Tim Hanson
    April 21, 2021

    Farolito has been incredible - Jan is an incredibly patient teacher, I couldn't recommend him more. The small classes make you feel comfortable and create such a trusting environment to learn a language. Give Farolito a try!

    Lidia Boniwell Lombardero Avatar Lidia Boniwell Lombardero
    January 4, 2023
  • Farolito is an amazing school where the teacher make it so much fun to learn! Because of the small size of the group, we can have plenty of practice speaking and it makes it easy for interaction. If you are thinking about learning Spanish, I highly recommend it!

    helene larochelle Avatar helene larochelle
    July 13, 2021

    I've completed 3 semesters at Farolito Spanish and have genuinely looked forward to every lesson I've had with Jan and Mia. They're both great teachers who create nice, warm learning environments and I'm looking forward to carrying on my studies with them 👍 ¡Muchas gracias chicos!

    Lucas Muir Avatar Lucas Muir
    October 7, 2021

    I am now in my second term at Farolito and I couldn't recommend it more! The classes are small which keeps the classes personal and engaging. The teachers are lovely and knowledgeable. The owners ensure that there is a nice community feel amongst students and I can't wait to keep learning Spanish. Thanks 🙂

    Nicole C Avatar Nicole C
    February 3, 2023
  • As a complete beginner to learning Spanish I have really enjoyed being in Sara's class! She has been great at explaining the language and very patient with answering questions. Looking forward to continue learning Spanish at Farolito!

    Clare Molloy Avatar Clare Molloy
    March 19, 2024

    I had been using Apps to learn Spanish online and I realized my Spanish cannot be improved by just studying online as I have no one to practice with and no interactions. Then, I found Farolito, the classes are fun and easy to follow, great teachers here. Contents in the class are just good to follow, which can keep up my interest in Spanish.

    Yuxin Li Avatar Yuxin Li
    March 18, 2024

    I always look forward to coming to Spanish classes at Farolito after work, it is the highlight of my week. I love the atmosphere, a nice comfortable environment, easy to learn. The native teachers are friendly and accommodating to our learning needs. Feliz año nuevo! Nicholas Parellis (student)

    Nick PARELLIS Avatar Nick PARELLIS
    December 30, 2023
  • My Tuesday evening face to face Spanish classes are always the highlight of my week! The small class of seven other students is a great environment to learn a new language as I feel comfortable speaking to my classmates one on one and in front of the whole class. Jan is a fantastic teacher who uses his linguistics background to paint a complete picture of the Spanish language from the origins of words to the structure of the sounds. I am already keen to re-enrol for Term 2 to further build upon the basics and essentials covered in Term 1. ¡Muchas gracias Jan y Farolito!

    Magenta Neath-Cowan Avatar Magenta Neath-Cowan
    March 17, 2022

    Syon neel- Farolito is the best Spanish school in Melbourne by far. Every lesson shows an impressive amount of dedication and care on the teacher's part. The price is incredibly low and the quality of lessons is high. I would recommend it to anybody who wants to learn Spanish.

    suneelacn Bhaskar Avatar suneelacn Bhaskar
    October 12, 2021

    Learning Spanish at Farolita is fun, challenging and professional.. Plus, Samuel, the teacher in my class teaches Spanish in Spanish! The best way!

    Juliana Claridge Avatar Juliana Claridge
    March 13, 2023
  • Jan and his team are amazing. It’s fun and friendly way to learn Spanish. I had an amazing time learning basics of Spanish. Will continue to learn more from him and his team!

    Kaush Avatar Kaush
    July 13, 2021

    I'm so glad I chose Farolito to learn Spanish. Jan is a wonderful teacher. He's kind, patient, funny and won't laugh at you when you can't roll your 'R's. Mirvic is warm, welcoming and so helpful! Together they make the school a really lovely place to learn. If you want to learn Spanish, this is your place! Don't be afraid to try it, even if your starting from scratch (like me). You won't regret it.

    Jenny Nisi Avatar Jenny Nisi
    July 13, 2021

    I'm very happy with my choice of school. Teachers are super friendly and you always feel welcome. I was a bit scared to start leaning because English is not my first language but it's actually very comfortable and cosy in classes, small groups, teacher has time for everyone. So if you doubt, don't. Studying goes with small steps, not too much homework. Always happy to come to class.

    Aleksandra Sist Avatar Aleksandra Sist
    March 16, 2023
  • Lovely little Spanish school in South Yarra, great sized classes. Welcoming, fun and relaxed vibe. Tried other Spanish classes in the city and prefer this school by far. Would recommend!

    Zoe withtwodotsonthee Avatar Zoe withtwodotsonthee
    May 29, 2024

    I couldn’t be happier with the classes I have taken at Farolito. It’s accessible, informative and lots of fun. I love the way the culture of Spain and Latin America is a part of every class, it keeps me engaged and wanting to continue learning. I had Sarah for beginner 1 & 2 and I loved her passion and energy and now have Jan for beginner 3 who has taken things to the next level. Really loving the class. For anyone interested in learning Spanish I highly recommend this school.

    Nathan Rix Avatar Nathan Rix
    August 21, 2024

    I have just loved learning Spanish with Farolito so far. Jan is such an incredibly good teacher – engaging, interesting and great at explaining things. Apart from picking up Spanish way faster than I ever expected I could, I've also enjoyed the 'new creative outlet' outside my 9-5, and meeting new people in my class. I couldn't recommend Farolito highly enough!

    Dan Warne Avatar Dan Warne
    July 13, 2021