Program Reviews

My experience with TEFL Madrid Academy was exceptional from start to finish. The staff was incredibly friendly and genuinely invested in my success. They guided me through every step, from the intensive training to handling all the legal paperwork, which made moving to Spain so much easier. The instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and always available to answer questions, which made me feel fully prepared to teach. The job placement support was fantastic; they have connections with many schools, and I landed a teaching position almost immediately after graduating. This program gave me the confidence and skills I needed to start my career in Spain, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice!

Completing my TEFL course with TEFL Madrid Academy was an unforgettable journey. The staff went above and beyond, guiding me through the entire process from visa paperwork to job placement. The instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in my success, which made the training enjoyable and practical. I felt fully prepared for the classroom by the end of the course. The academy’s strong connections with local schools meant I had multiple job interviews lined up as soon as I graduated. If you want top-notch training, seamless legal assistance, and real job opportunities, this is the program for you!

My experience with TEFL Madrid Academy was nothing short of amazing! Before even completing the TEFL program, I was struggling to find job opportunities. However, thanks to the incredible support from the TEFL Madrid team, I was offered a teaching position with their sister academy, Exam Madrid, before I even graduated! The staff was always there to guide me, ensuring I had everything I needed to succeed. Now, I'm living my dream in Spain, working with multiple academies and as a private tutor. TEFL Madrid not only gave me the skills I needed but also provided me with real job opportunities right from the start. I couldn’t be happier with my decision to join TEFL Madrid Academy!

I can't say enough good things about my experience with TEFL Madrid. From the moment I signed up, they were committed to ensuring my success, and they absolutely delivered on their promise of 100% job placement. I was a bit skeptical at first because it sounded too good to be true, but they proved me wrong.

The course was excellent, covering everything I needed to feel confident stepping into a classroom. But what really set TEFL Madrid apart was their job placement support. Before I even finished the course, they had already lined up several interviews for me, and within a week of graduating, I had secured a full-time teaching position at a fantastic language school in Madrid.

The best part was that I never felt alone in the process. The staff were with me every step of the way, providing guidance and encouragement. Knowing that they had my back took a lot of the stress out of the job search. If you're looking for a TEFL program that not only trains you well but also guarantees you’ll have a job at the end, TEFL Madrid is the real deal. I’m now happily teaching in Madrid and couldn’t be more grateful!

My experience at TEFL Madrid was a game-changer. The course provided me with specialized training to confidently teach English for official exams like IELTS and Cambridge, something I never imagined I'd be able to do so effectively. The curriculum was hands-on and focused on real-world teaching scenarios, giving me the tools I needed to succeed in the classroom.

What truly made my journey with TEFL Madrid exceptional was the personalized support I received with all the legal aspects of my stay in Spain. Navigating visas and legal requirements seemed daunting at first, but the team at TEFL Madrid made the entire process straightforward and stress-free. They walked me through every step, ensuring that my legal status was secured and all my paperwork was perfectly in order.

Moreover, they were incredibly proactive in helping me find a teaching position even before I finished the course. Their network of contacts landed me a great job in a reputable language school in Madrid, where I now teach exam preparation classes with confidence. Finding suitable accommodation was another hurdle I was worried about, but TEFL Madrid made it easy by helping me secure a comfortable place to live that fit my budget and needs.

Thanks to TEFL Madrid, I’m not only well-prepared to teach English at a high level, but I’m also settled into my new life in Spain without any of the usual hassles. If you’re looking for a TEFL program that covers all bases—education, legal support, job placement, and housing—TEFL Madrid is the best choice you could make.

Choosing TEFL Madrid was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The course itself was top-notch, providing me with all the necessary tools to become an effective English teacher. However, what really stood out for me was the incredible support TEFL Madrid offered in handling all the legal paperwork and visa requirements.

As a non-EU citizen, I was initially worried about navigating the bureaucratic maze of securing a visa, finding legal work, and making sure everything was in order for my stay in Spain. But TEFL Madrid took care of everything. From helping me with the visa application process to ensuring my legal status was solidified, they made what could have been a stressful experience completely hassle-free. They also guided me through the paperwork for obtaining a work contract, making sure every detail was covered.

What’s even more amazing is that I secured a job before I had even finished the course! TEFL Madrid’s job placement service is second to none. They not only connected me with their partner schools but also helped me land a teaching position right away. I started teaching part-time while still completing the course, which was a fantastic way to gain practical experience and earn an income immediately.

Thanks to TEFL Madrid, I’m now teaching full-time at a wonderful academy in Madrid, and I couldn’t be happier. The transition to living and working in Spain was smooth and stress-free, all thanks to the dedicated team at TEFL Madrid. If you’re looking for a TEFL program that offers comprehensive support, including handling all the legalities of working abroad, look no further. TEFL Madrid has you covered from start to finish.

My experience at TEFL Madrid was nothing short of transformative! From the very first day, the team at TEFL Madrid made me feel like I was part of a family. The course itself was rigorous and well-structured, covering everything from lesson planning to classroom management. I felt fully equipped with the skills I needed to step into a classroom and teach confidently.

What truly sets TEFL Madrid apart, though, is their unwavering commitment to job placement. Before I even completed the course, they assured me that I would have a teaching position, and they absolutely delivered on that promise. Right after graduation, I was offered a teaching role at Exam Madrid, their own English academy in the heart of the city. It was the perfect environment to start my teaching journey, with supportive colleagues and eager students.

But the support didn’t stop there. TEFL Madrid also connected me with another language school in the city, where I now teach a variety of classes. On top of that, they helped me set up private online lessons, which have been a fantastic way to supplement my income and reach students from all over Spain. The flexibility and diversity of teaching opportunities have been incredible.

Living and working in Madrid has been a dream come true, and I owe so much of that to TEFL Madrid. The job placement guarantee they offer is 100% real, and they are with you every step of the way to ensure you land on your feet. If you’re considering a TEFL course and want the security of knowing you’ll have a job afterward, I can’t recommend TEFL Madrid highly enough. It’s been the best decision I’ve ever made.

The TEFL course was fine, but the administration support was poor (except for Andreea- she is excellent). If part of what you are looking for is assistance with your foreigner's visa, be aware that the administration staff is not as informed as other resources in the city. They gave me a lot of erroneous information during my renewal process, overcharged me and withheld total payment from the language school, and then failed to admit or correct any of these errors despite 4 months of back and forth communication. The director has also been completely unresponsive during the entire process.
No huge complaints about the TEFL course. I had fun and learned a lot. Other classmates found it tough to find work, and one was "hired" as an office staff but was VERY poorly paid and asked to work many unpaid hours.
If you're OK with just getting the certificate and are not counting on any other quality help with paperwork, visas, employment, etc. then go for it. I suppose it depends who is helping you at any given time, but in my own experience.. if you need visa help, the Spanish language schools do it better.

After I graduated from University in Kansas, I came out to Europe, and travelled for a bit. I was pretty much taken in by the culture, and the architecture (which is what I went to school for). I wanted to make a bit of a transition in my career by working on projects in Europe. Before I pursued that career, I wanted to take a bit of a detour, so friends recommended that I teach English. I thought that this was a pretty good idea, and I wanted to make a bit of money while I was looking for the right opportunity. I saw that Teaching English in Spain was very likely the best option as that was the country that needed the most teachers. The people at TE Madrid explained that because I had experience in a professional field that I would be able to find private students in the business world, and that they would help me find a job upon completing a TEFL Certification in Madrid. Their academy was located near several Universities, so looking for students would be easier. Okay, so I had the plan, I knew where I was going, and I pretty much put down my deposit for the TEFL Course that they offered at their academy, and I was off before I knew it. When I started, I wasn’t surprised to see that I was in a room with other people in my position. Some were teachers, nurses, business professionals, and they were all making some kind of change by moving to Europe. I was pretty glad that I wasn’t alone in all this. It would be pretty isolating if I was a professional in a class filled with only party-goers and travellers. The teacher was also very friendly, too. He has lived in Madrid for a couple of years, and was happy to show me the ropes. We went out on the weekends as a way of not only taking in the vibe of the city, but also to make the learning a bit more personal than it would be in other situations, and I kind of like having a beer with the instructor (His name was Jordan, if I remember correctly). Things were pretty close to each other, and while I was doing the course, I also made sure to put some feelers out there with my professional services related to Architecture. Before I knew it, the course was finished, I had a couple of hours of teaching practice, and I was ready for the next step. I wanted to focus on working with other professionals to network and market myself. It wasn’t difficult to find professional students, especially when they either, all need to speak English at work, or that they want to study or work in the United States. I was able to help them out by being a bridge of sorts. When I finished my course, the administrative staff helped me organize my residency appointments. In terms of finding work, I was already doing that, but they were happy to send my resume out. I guess because I was being proactive, I didn’t necessarily need too much help in that department. I ended up with more than I expected. I taught English for a few months before I found another job, and I also held on to a couple of my students as professional contacts. Teaching English in Spain was an unexpected opportunity, and I’m glad that TE Madrid helped me out. I’m pretty sure I’m not alone when I say that moving overseas is a difficult move, so I’m glad that I had the help that I needed to make the move possible.

I’m pretty lucky. My mother is from England, so I grew up learning English and Spanish at home. I can also speak with an English accent. I know that’s what most people want here in Spain. They want Native English Speakers, and for the most part, they want them to come from the United Kingdom. I just finished my Bachelor’s Degree in Madrid, when was going to look into Master’s programs, when I thought about doing a bit of work on the side to make a bit of extra money. Going to school can definitely be expensive, and you still have expenses to think about. I was on my way out of ICADE, a business school in Madrid when I saw the TEFL Madrid Academy across the street. I figured if I already spoke English, it might be a good idea to do a bit of English teaching while I study. When I walked into the academy, they were very happy to answer all of my questions. They kept the classes small (no more than five students per class, per month), and they were able to get me into a class over the summer. It cut into my vacation plans, but I would still have a lot of time to go to the beach afterwards. When I started my class, I met a couple of people from several places around the world. People were pretty shocked when they found out that I was Spanish, and not English. Still, they went into the technics of the English language, and we were doing Teacher Practice Sessions within a week. I thought it was very good because they get you doing everything that you need to do like managing a classroom, tailoring each class so that it helps people of all levels, eliciting answers from students, and concept-checking questions. Because I was born in Sevilla, I didn’t have to worry about getting registered, or getting on the padron. I already knew how it worked. In fact, I was even happy to help some of the other students familiarize themselves with how to get the residency, but I also like that the people at TE Madrid did the same thing, as well. I’m pretty sure that I would have to go through so many legal and logistic hurdles. I really liked how the staff at the TEFL Academy did their part to help some of the other students get registered and legal when it came to finding jobs and apartments. I was thinking about moving to the area, and accepting a Master’s Program at ICADE across the street. The academy was also helpful when it came to finding a job. Now, I’m pretty sure I could’ve found a job on my own, but what could I say? The people at TE Madrid did a little bit more to help their students, and I really thought that was good. After I got my TEFL Certification, I focused on finding students from the University I was attending. I told TE Madrid that I would probably look for students coming from these schools if they needed assistance. So, they even helped familiarize me with some of the exams that they prepare students for, and gave me a couple of students who were unable to physically make it into the classroom. I’m very lucky to be able to work in the area, study for my Master’s Degree, and help other students who are trying to find opportunities themselves is great. I was particularly happy that TE Madrid basically welcomed me into their family, and helped me set myself as a Private English Tutor while I continue to study across the street.