Ixchel School: Learn Spanish in Antigua

Ixchel School: Learn Spanish in Antigua

Location
  • Guatemala
    • Antigua
Language
Spanish

Program Details

Language Level
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Immersion Level
Intensive Online Standard
Certifications
DELE (Spanish)
Specialized Courses
Business Medical Professional Specific Purposes Teaching
Class Size
Private Lessons
Housing
Apartment Guesthouse Host Family Hotel

Pricing

What's Included
Some Activities Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

Coffee and tea

Mar 17, 2025
May 30, 2026
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About Program

Ixchel School is a top-quality language school in Antigua, Guatemala. In addition to many specialized courses, we focus primarily on one-on-one tuition. With our high-quality teachers and the materials and resources we've developed since our founding in 1999, you will be able to strive toward your Spanish learning goals. We are open year-round and classes are available to begin any day of the week.

We also offer homestay accommodation with local families and organize activities like tortilla making or salsa lessons every night of the week to help you make friends with other students and practice your Spanish in a real-world setting.

Program Highlights

  • Immersive Cultural Experience
  • One-on-One Personalized Lessons:
  • Daily Extracurricular Activities
  • Flexible Programs Year-Round
  • Authentic Homestay Opportunities

Program Reviews

5.00 Rating
based on 16 reviews
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  • Instruction 5
  • Support 5
  • Fun 5
  • Housing 5
  • Value 5
Showing 1 - 8 of 16 reviews
Mina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The Perfect First Immersion Experience

My daughter and I spent three weeks at the school, and the entire experience was wonderful from start to finish.

Before arriving, I was a little concerned as it was our first immersion experience, and I wasn't sure whether four hours of one-to-one lessons each day would feel too intense. However, our teachers were incredibly dynamic, engaging, and supportive, and the time seemed to fly by.

One of the things we loved most was that learning extended beyond the classroom. We had the opportunity to visit the local market, churches, and other places of interest around Antigua, which made the experience both educational and culturally enriching.

Everything was organised professionally, and everyone made us feel welcome throughout our stay. I would not hesitate to recommend this school to anyone considering learning Spanish in Guatemala, and I sincerely hope to return one day.

5 people found this review helpful.
Mary
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I would definitely love to come back in the future!

I had an absolutely amazing experience at Ixchel Spanish School and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to learn Spanish in Guatemala.

The teachers were incredibly friendly, patient, and dedicated, creating such a welcoming and motivating learning environment. I was surprised by how much I learned in only two weeks of classes

A very special thank you to my teacher Gilda, who made every class enjoyable and fun. We laughed a lot during lessons, and I genuinely looked forward to class every day. Saying goodbye was honestly difficult!

I also had a wonderful experience with the homestay. Staying with Dina’s family made me feel completely at home from the very beginning. The room was spacious, comfortable, and always very clean, and having delicious homemade meals every day made the experience even better. Dina was so kind, caring, and helpful throughout my stay.

Overall, it was an unforgettable experience full of learning, cultural immersion, and wonderful people. I would definitely love to come back in the future!

14 people found this review helpful.
Michelle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Quelle merveilleuse expérience !

C’était une expérience incroyable. Les professeurs sont fantastiques, l’emplacement est imbattable et on peut aller partout à pied — il y a tellement de choses à faire. J’ai étudié 6 heures par jour et je suis restée à l’école, tout en ayant largement le temps de découvrir la ville. Et je repars en parlant bien mieux espagnol qu’à mon arrivée !

Je recommande à tous si vous voulez apprendre et vivre une expérience parfaite :)

J’espère revenir bientôt !

Une expérience enrichissante que je n’oublierai jamais.

English:
It was an incredible experience. The teachers are fantastic, the location is unbeatable, and you can walk everywhere—there's so much to do. I studied for six hours a day and stayed at the school, yet still had plenty of time to explore the city. And I'm leaving speaking much better Spanish than when I arrived!

I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn and have a perfect experience :)

I hope to come back soon!

A rewarding experience I'll never forget.

15 people found this review helpful.
Carl
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent school! Friendly and helpful staff!

I originally planned to stay for just one week, but I ended up staying four, I was amazed by how much my Spanish improved in such a short time. The classes gave me a great opportunity to practice and really advance my Spanish skills.

The price is very reasonable, especially compared to language schools in the US or Europe. I truly felt that the school cares about both their students and their teachers. Every week, the office checked in with me to make sure everything was going well, and that personal touch made a big difference.

I believe that's the real value of a mid-sized school like Ixchel—they focus on each student individually. I heard about other larger schools that take in lots of students, but what stood out to me at Ixchel was how personalized and attentive the experience felt. Highly recommend this school!

65 people found this review helpful.
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Kendall
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Family Experience We’ll Never Forget! :)

We had a wonderful experience learning Spanish at this school! I attended with my mom, my aunt, and two cousins, and we all enjoyed every moment of it. Even though we booked at the last minute, the school was incredibly accommodating and made us feel welcome from the very beginning.

Each of us had a different level of Spanish, but the teachers did an amazing job tailoring the lessons to our individual needs. They were patient, encouraging, and very professional. The classes were dynamic, practical, and fun—and we were all surprised at how much we learned in such a short time!

I highly recommend this school, especially if you're thinking about doing a group or family immersion trip. It's the perfect mix of learning, culture, and hospitality. We’d love to come back one day!

What was your funniest moment?
One of the funniest moments was realizing how tricky false friends can be in Spanish! 😅 For example, I kept saying “estoy embarazada” thinking it meant “I’m embarrassed”… but it actually means “I’m pregnant”! 🤦‍♀️ I said it more than once before someone gently corrected me—we all had a good laugh about it!
68 people found this review helpful.
Brandon
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Definitely a top choice!

What an incredible experience! From day one, everyone at the school was so patient, and it made a huge difference in my learning. I genuinely feel like I learned a ton, and my teacher played a big part in that by helping me gain so much confidence. On top of the fantastic classes, staying at the school was perfect. Dina, the host, is an absolute gem – so kind and attentive, always making sure I felt right at home. My room was spotless, and Raquel (the cleaning lady) was very considerate about scheduling cleaning. You won't regret coming here!

72 people found this review helpful.
Christian
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Hoping to come back next year!!

I spent four weeks here at the school and had an amazing experience from start to finish. I arrived with very limited Spanish, and I’ve honestly surprised myself with how much I picked up, I can now hold full conversations in Spanish, which feels like a big accomplishment.

My teacher was fantastic. She quickly figured out how I learn best and tailored the lessons to focus on what I needed the most. The one-on-one setup already makes learning more personal, but having Aura as my teacher really took it to the next level. I’m hoping to come back next year and keep learning with her. Big thank you to my teacher and all the staff at Ixchel for making my stay so enjoyable!

101 people found this review helpful.
Kevin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Unforgettable week learning Spanish at Ixchel

I had an incredible experience at Ixchel. The school is very well organized, and the teachers are intelligent, friendly, and fun. I did five hours of one-on-one lessons each day, and even in just a week, I felt a huge improvement in my Spanish.

I also got to join a cultural field trip with some friends and their teachers, which made the learning experience even more fun and immersive. It was honestly the best learning environment I’ve ever been in, so easy, enjoyable, and motivating. I’d recommend it to anyone looking to learn Spanish!

97 people found this review helpful.

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