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Average Rating

4.5

Overall rating
Máximo Nivel, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Based on 63 reviews of former students of Máximo Nivel

School

Location of the school

4.9

Facilities

4.2

Social activities

4.0

Organisation

4.7

Course

Quality of teaching

4.5

Value for money

4.4

Accommodation

Homestay

4.0

Shared Flat (apartment)

4.2

Other

2.0

Overall school rating by student age group

Students < 18 years (2 ratings)

5.0

Students 18-30 years (18 ratings)

4.6

Students 31-49 years (20 ratings)

4.6

Students 50+ years (23 ratings)

4.3

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.

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Individual Reviews

Máximo Nivel

26. Jan. 2026

Simon (31 years)

Course: Bildungsurlaub Spanish - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Good community, both among staff and students. Very dedicated and friendly teachers."

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"Excellent combination of group lessons and individual lessons."

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4. Feb. 2025

Kari (59 years) Norway Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Open and inclusive, good atmosphere. Opportunity for Tandem."

Negative aspects

"Lost 2 tandem appointments. It was boring."

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Other comments

"Very nice."

City/place

"Fantastic, but lots of exhaust and traffic."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Good structure."

Accommodation

"Simple food, but this was also conveyed in the information. It was enough for me, but maybe not for young boys."

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30. Jan. 2025

Ulrich (52 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

Overall rating

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Positive aspects of school

"It's a really nice place in the Center of Antigua with a very calm Patio where you can study, chat or relax. Everybody was very nice and Joanne the teacher was fantastic. Gracias por todo!"

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City/place

"They really have to get rid of the Cars, motos and tuctucs in town. Air Pollution it a big Problem there. Apart from that is it a perfect place to learn Spanish."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Intermediate 1"

Accommodation

"I lived with Jessica's family. I had a nice room with a rooftop Terrasse with a great View at all volcanoes."

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16. Jan. 2025

Christine (54 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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Value for money

Negative aspects

"As I know and use one of the most beautiful and effective methods of language learning, I found these lessons okay, but not very successful. Overall, I would have liked more speaking and role-playing instead of grammar. The students should speak 80% and the teacher 20%. Here it was the other way round. Otherwise, nice teacher, great school."

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"Super nice."

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"Dogs ate my shoe. Otherwise everything was fine."

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15. Jan. 2025

Wiebke (27 years)

Course: Bildungsurlaub Spanish - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Get to know each other personally, very nice building and wide range of activities and services."

Negative aspects

"Getting the schedule on such short notice (first day of school)."

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17. Sep. 2024

Emma (19 years) Germany Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Very friendly staff."

Negative aspects

"Nothing."

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"Safe, beautiful, and interesting activities."

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20. Aug. 2024

Marcos Baptista (49 years) Brazil Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Location, teacher engagement, and teaching quality."

Negative aspects

"I believe the program could be more intense and include more opportunities for students to interact. Additionally, I think it would be beneficial for the documentation of activities to be in Spanish, considering that I attended the program to improve my proficiency in that language!"

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Study and make the most of it!"

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Other comments

"Congratulations on the methodology, and a special thanks to Professor Alma!"

City/place

"The city is lovely, and the people are generally very welcoming to foreigners. However, this can also be a problem, as locals may seek to take advantage of this by charging higher prices. Foreigners often end up paying more in stores and have to do a lot of negotiating, which is not ideal."

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"Cool course!"

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17. Apr. 2024

Jasmin (30 years)

Course: Bildungsurlaub Spanish - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Very positive atmosphere."

Negative aspects

"The textbooks are not very good. Often incorrect translations. In addition, the placement test was not targeted. I was placed far too low, which was also confirmed by the teachers."

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15. Apr. 2024

Nuria (54 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"I was in a small group and our teacher was great. She emphasised communication above all. The afternoon activities on offer were OK, but I would have liked more activities with less expense when travelling. The pick-up from the airport worked really well. The introduction was good. There are also some older students."

Negative aspects

"The Wi-Fi didn't work when there were too many students. The classrooms are usually very small and the chairs are not really comfortable."

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City/place

"A beautiful city with a lot of history"

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"It was fun because we spoke a lot"

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5. Mar. 2024

Nora (27 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Excellent organisation and support"

Negative aspects

"A lot of grammar was covered in the group courses, which I would have liked to have known in advance and then perhaps chosen individual lessons after all"

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City/place

"Super nice city in Guatemala and perfect for a start in the country"

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4. Mar. 2024

Markus (35 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

Overall rating

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Positive aspects of school

"Nice staff and helpful. The quality of the lessons was good. Especially my group lessons. The quality of the private lessons was also ok. Good location of the school. Antigua is beautiful."

Negative aspects

"The distribution into 2 buildings is not ideal, as building 1 is much nicer than building 2 (where my courses were), but this is probably due to the conditions/space available on site. But it's not a major drawback."

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"A lot but useful."

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27. Feb. 2024

Luca (21 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"I have a very positive experience with Maximo Nivel. The contact is very accessible. They offer very nice activities to speak Spanish in addition to the lessons in a fun way with students from Guatemala and to meet other travelers. The teachers are very nice and help you with all your questions. I learned a lot of Spanish in 2 weeks. Great experience!"

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Other comments

"Very nice school!"

City/place

"I think Antigua is a very nice city. There is a lot of security which makes me feel safe as a solo female traveler. There are many sights, activities, restaurants, entertainment options (until 1:00) and a beautiful volcano hike!"

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"Very nice experience."

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19. Feb. 2024

Maria (51 years) United States Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Beautiful location, friendly staff."

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City/place

"Beautiful city, great views of volcanoes, beautiful trees and plants. sadly alot of pollution from diesel. I do want to visit again!"

Accommodation

"I enjoyed my host family very much!"

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16. Jan. 2024

Roman (28 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"We had a great two weeks in Antigua. Languagecourse.Net helped us quickly and easily with questions and concerns."

Negative aspects

"We booked a hostel room. We cannot recommend this as you have no control over the options. We ended up in a room without a window right in a pub with loud music until midnight and not much to do. We then changed rooms at our own expense, but were reimbursed by the school for the cost of the hostel in Maximo Nivel credits. There would also have been the option of moving into a host family, but we didn't want to do that."

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30. Nov. 2023

Maximilian (28 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The school is very well organised and all the staff is very friendly and helpful. The location in the centre of Antigua is also great. You feel very well looked after."

Negative aspects

"It would be nice if the school offered free coffee/tea as well as free water - especially important during the warm season in Guatemala."

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Other comments

"Máximo Nivel's learning concept and materials are very good and helpful."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"A total of 30 hours per week is a lot and enables a good learning effect."

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30. Nov. 2023

Frauke (28 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

Overall rating

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Positive aspects of school

"The school is super organised & all the staff are very friendly and helpful."

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"The course is very intensive, which means that there is also a strong learning curve."

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20. Nov. 2023

Ageesan (30 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Very good organisation, teaching and very friendly teachers."

Negative aspects

"The placement at the beginning of the course. Did not correspond to my level."

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"Very beautiful"

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6. Nov. 2023

Hannah (20 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Many students, including Guatemalans."

Negative aspects

"No free potable water"

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Morning classes are better if you can influence them"

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"There were only two of us. It has its pros and cons."

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31. Jul. 2023

Dieter (67 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The school was very well organised, we were always very well informed, the staff was very friendly.The atmosphere for learning was ideal."

Negative aspects

"There is no real concept for beginners. We were very overwhelmed at the beginning.The lessons teach a lot of grammar. There is not enough speaking, communication and repetition."

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"A wonderful"

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12. Jun. 2023

Morena (30 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Super teacher, beautiful garden in Casa 1, good organisation and very flexible with lesson planning."

Negative aspects

"There was no solution sheet available for the class material. The class level was unfortunately not well matched in my last week."

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"I could live there! Awesome!"

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8. May. 2023

Anna Lena (23 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Definitely the after-school activities."

Negative aspects

"Now and then there was a language barrier between the teacher who spoke Spanish to me and us students. That was sometimes very difficult."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"It might be better to live with a host family so that you can continue speaking Spanish after class."

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City/place

"Antigua has a lot to offer and there is something for everyone! Highly recommended."

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"Sufficient to get the basics across."

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25. Mar. 2023

Brigitte (54 years)

Course: Private Lessons 20 - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"I had a great teacher who taught me exactly what I really needed. That was just great!!!"

Negative aspects

"Nothing!!!"

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City/place

"I felt very safe and comfortable in Antigua, a beautiful city."

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"I can highly recommend the private lessons, it was perfect!!!!"

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15. Mar. 2023

Meike (34 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Great teachers, small groups, great organisation even beyond the lessons. From pick-up to my last day, I was looked after very nicely. Thank you for that."

Negative aspects

"A water dispenser would be great."

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Other comments

"The school is a little American-heavy, but there are worse things. The school as a whole makes up for it."

City/place

"Very touristy"

Quality of teaching / language progress

"The combination is great. The group lessons took place in the mornings and there was always something to laugh at. It was not a dull frontal lesson, but was varied. The private lessons were great, with individual attention."

Accommodation

"It felt more like an Airbnb or the like. The bathroom was unfortunately not cleaned once during the week."

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9. Mar. 2023

Darius (32 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Good and easy contact"

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27. Feb. 2023

Wendelin (64 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Individual, good scheduling."

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City/place

"A great city, very friendly people, there is a lot to see, the volcano tour to El Fuego was a unique experience."

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"The hosts were very accommodating."

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23. Feb. 2023

Simone (49 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

Overall rating

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Positive aspects of school

"I was highly satisfied with my teachers. Professional teaching and manner. As a result, I was very satisfied with the quality of the teaching."

Negative aspects

"For the placement test, I would have liked a neutral text - nothing historical, nothing religious. That way, the text would have been easier for me to understand and the grading would have been different. I was already slightly underchallenged in my group. However, I was immediately given the opportunity to change to a higher course. I stayed because it was good to have a refresher. The pace was too slow for me personally in my group. But as I said, I would have had the opportunity to change immediately."

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Other comments

"Absolutely recommendable! Equally the affiliated travel agency. A bit more expensive than other agencies, but the service here is personal and super, there were no difficulties at all. The two in the combination are really unbeatable."

City/place

"I gave 5 all around because I personally lacked for nothing. Restaurants, cafés, bars, bakeries and salsa bars abound in the pretty old town. At the market, you could buy everything from A to Z. Expensive fashion clothes aren't really my thing anyway, so I'm absolutely satisfied with the service here too. There are also plenty of excursion options. A great place to learn Spanish and Salsa."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Due to the law in Hessen for educational leave, I unfortunately could only take the combination of 20 group lessons + 10 private lessons. Otherwise I would have taken 4 private lessons a day."

Accommodation

"Between accommodation and school - 15 minutes walk to school. Far from the main road or thoroughfares. Perfect for me. Jessica cooked something new and typical every day. That's how we got to know Guatemalan food. Always delicious. It was a bit cold at night. A thicker or extra blanket would be desirable for the next person. I didn't say anything as I had dressed appropriately warm at night. Fantastic view from the terrace of Volcan del Fuego, whose ashes can be seen during the day and fire in the dark. Own entrance to the house and the rooms - accordingly great privacy. This is what absolutely distinguishes this host. SUPER!"

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2. Feb. 2023

Monika (33 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Price-performance ratio was super. The quality of the teaching was very high. I also thought it was great that a test was conducted on the very first day to determine the language standard. The administration is very keen and I really enjoyed it. I had super teachers who were very motivated and always very prepared. The group size was great (we were about 6 students). I have to say that my Spanish course helped me a lot and I learned a lot (even though it was sometimes exhausting, but in a positive way). I would do it again (maybe even longer next time?))."

Negative aspects

"The schedule of the private lessons (which I was personally assigned to). My group lessons were from 9am to 1pm, but my private lessons were from 4pm to 6pm (I also had to do homework, so there wasn't much time for relaxation). I was therefore unable to take part in almost any of the afternoon activities offered by the school. The Salsa course (once a week) took place at 6pm, which means that without a break between Spanish and Salsa classes, it's a bit long."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"If possible, extend the course by another week (if you feel like it), otherwise add at least 1-2 weeks for a holiday in Guatemala (since unfortunately you can't see much during the 30 hours of Spanish per week)."

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"Super school, I would recommend it mainly because of the quality-price ratio and the location."

City/place

"Antigua has already become very touristy. One has noticed the rise in prices (I was there before), especially in restaurants. In the vicinity of Antigua or outside, it is much cheaper. However, there are possibilities to eat somewhere "cheaper" - but it is also nice to have the "comfort". There are many things to do in Antigua, both inside and outside the city (though not during classes, as these are more like half-day or full-day excursions). Everything is within walking distance (SUPER!), otherwise you can quickly take a cheap Uber. As a woman, you are also safe on your own in the evenings. As for the cleanliness: it is rather the air that is not clean. There were some who had respiratory problems (nose is always "full or closed", coughing etc.) - i.e. not recommended for asthmatics (but not a knock-out criteria)."

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"Perfect for an educational leave programme - I learned a lot that I can use in my everyday life."

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2. Feb. 2023

Lydia (43 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"I felt very well looked after and well advised from the very beginning, from booking the course to the welcome at the school and host family to the lessons with excellent teachers. It was a great learning environment, I had a contact person at all times and both the school and the family were always keen to make my stay a very special experience. Definitely a school I would recommend to friends and family. Thank you so much!!! I had a wonderful time with very wonderful and helpful people in Guatemala! A great country!"

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"I personally found the placement test not quite appropriate. Of course, it was only a rough assessment, but I still found the text, for example, which covered a historical topic, too specific. For a comprehension text in a test, I would have liked a more general topic. For me personally, the placement in my course was good the way it was, but in some cases a change from one group to another may have to be made."

City/place

"Antigua is a very relaxed and modern small town with great excursion possibilities, numerous restaurants and small, sometimes extravagant cafés + bars and above all very hospitable locals. The people are so chilled and approachable at all times, you really feel at home and even after dusk you don't have to worry."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"I really liked both teachers and took them to my heart, they were so open-minded and warm, we laughed a lot and had great fun. It was a pleasure to learn with them."

Accommodation

"My room was small but nice (unfortunately without a window) with a bathroom next door, which was only available to me and two other students. We had an extra entrance separate to the house entrance with a terrace and a view of the volcanoes. Simply wonderful! Our hostess cooked wonderfully, very varied and also accommodated my request for vegetarian alternatives. She was very warm and sat down at the table with us to chat and make conversation. I would love to stay with her again anytime. Many thanks also to her and family."

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14. Nov. 2022

Lisa (34 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Super location, great garden and roof terrace. The staff are very eager and take care of every question, even outside of the school. The quality of the teaching is super. There is no "rushing through", but topics are intensively practised and repeated. With 3 people in my group, it was very instructive."

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14. Mar. 2022

Tobias (37 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"It was all very good"

Negative aspects

"The coffee"

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28. Feb. 2022

Francis (69 years) Canada Course: Private Lessons 20 - 4 weeks

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Negative aspects

"I was told all teachers had education degrees, that was a lie. I was told all material (books) were supplied, that was a lie too because they charged me for the second book! I have been to other immersion schools and this one was by far the worst."

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3. Mar. 2020

Kenji (67 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"There was a Spanish teacher named Sandra who taught us in the pre-intermediate class in a very excellent and professional way. I missed the opportunity to greet her when I left the school. I want to greet her now and thank you very much."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"I recommend to students to learning Spanish at Maximo Nivel. I am certain that Maximo Nivel will give you a high level of teaching Spanish."

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Other comments

"Many thanks to the people in charge of the international office of Maximo Nivel. They are very kind and they helped me a lot, especially thanks to Kelly."

City/place

"I am certain that Antigua is one of the cities which is very safe. There are many restaurants, cafes, shops, laundries, bakeries and etc., so it is very convenient not only for students but for tourists too."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"I had three Spanish teachers at school. It depends on the teachers, their Spanish teaching skills were different. Someone was very excellent, but someone was a little low."

Accommodation

"The first room was very bad, because there was no sunlight all day and the temperature inside the room was very low. The room was as cold as a wine cellar! After sleeping for three nights, I changed to another room that was a bit more comfortable."

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1. Mar. 2020

Priscilla (69 years) United Kingdom Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Well organised - extremely helpful. Also provide cheap English lessons for local people- opportunities for intercambio"

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"All the staff extremely helpful and friendly"

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16. Aug. 2019

Mayumi (52 years) Japan Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"The classmates in my class from the second week to the forth"

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"You shouldn't send any students to the houses which have a bad reputation. I had a traumatic experience because she served us rotten food."

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7. Aug. 2019

Mayumi (52 years) Japan Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The classmates in my class."

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Accommodation

"The first house of Marta was terrible. She served us rotten food which was left in the kitchen for two days. The bathroom was full of mold. She never changed our bed sheet. She made a bad impression of Guatemala. The second house of Elubia was perfect. The wifi connection was perfect. The location of the house was also perfect. The food was also nice and healthy. She often chatted with us and corrected our grammar and vocabulary errors. I was really happy and felt comfortable and safe with her family. I would like to stay with her family again if I have a chance."

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6. Feb. 2019

Priscilla (68 years) United Kingdom Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Professionalism. Oportunity to meet local people through Tandem. Ambience of school and garden. Convenient location."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Opportunity for Tandem - I had maintained contact with mine since my last visit a year ago."

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"Well organised. There is opportunity to change teachers to find one that suits you. Drinking water is not and should be freely available."

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24. Dec. 2018

Sylvia (66 years)

Course: Private Lessons 20 - 9 weeks

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"Excellent team, always trying to take your wishes into account, accommodating and competent."

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"Teaching team was excellent."

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29. Oct. 2018

Antonia (18 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"The good organization and the lovely and competent teachers"

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Climb the Cerro de la Cruz. Photo tour with Rudy. Look for local restaurants (even if they are hard to find) !!!"

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29. Oct. 2018

Kilian (24 years) Germany Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Close to everything"

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19. Jun. 2018

Ingrid (59 years) Netherlands Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Friendly atmosphere, excellent teacher"

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"I learned a lot in one week."

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9. May. 2018

Erik Gøtzsche (64 years) Denmark Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 3 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The location"

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"For foreign students Maximo Nivel is simply too small to form homogeneous groups at levels above absolute beginners."

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"Do not spend on a flight ticket before you have a signed confirmation from the school that they will COMPLY with the the offer such as 4 hours group studies at your level. Take and confirm a level test BEFORE paying anything."

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6. Mar. 2018

Priscilla (67 years) United Kingdom Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The tandem programme. This enabled me to meet and become friends with local people and English/Spanish language exchange."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Take advantage of the above!"

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"Well organised and professional. I feel the partner travel agency could have provided more excursion options for mature travelers (other than biking / hiking). Teaching the first week not as good as the other three weeks which was excellent."

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29. May. 2017

Francisca (28 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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"The teacher Antonio, he was brilliant"

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"The homestay was no homestay, just a room with half board. I only saw the host mother once a day, her children and her husband were not even introduced. So for me a financial loss, in a hostel I would have spoken just as much Spanish if not more and would have paid a lot less"

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2. Mar. 2017

Armand (66 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"People are very friendly"

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Go to the park in the city center to talk with locals."

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"Classes are held at times that are not always pleasant."

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3. Jan. 2017

Thomas (67 years)

Course: Private Lessons 5 - 1 week

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"Extremely friendly reception, good informative introduction. Everything worked well and smoothly and the classes in this environment with the nice staff were great fun! The building and the beautiful garden contributed to my well being."

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"I could not answer to all of the above, because I didn't get to know everything in one week of my stay. I had previously organized for my accommodation, because I combined my stay at the school with holidays."

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19. Dec. 2016

Selam (42 years) Norway Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 2 weeks

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"Everything"

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29. Jul. 2015

Audrey (31 years)

Course: Spanish Program + Volunteer Program - 1 week

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"Central. Friendly."

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"Very good teacher. Very good service!"

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Flat Share - Zone 1

29. Jul. 2013

Cortney (24 years) Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 3 weeks

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"The school was very flexible and helpful with scheduling."

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Shared apartment

1. Sep. 2024

Jasmine (31 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 3 weeks

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"Group course was good. Individual lessons even better."

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9. Mar. 2020

Annegret (37 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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"Unfortunately, I wasn't placed in the right class and so I didn't learn much."

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"The accommodation was more of a construction site, as it will also be used as a guest house in the future. The room was a little dirty, especially the walls and I had a dead cockroach in the bed ..."

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5. Apr. 2024

Wronka

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks

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3. Jan. 2024

Jeanne-raphaëlle (18 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 8 weeks

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19. Dec. 2023

Chris Germany Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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13. Oct. 2023

Tobias Germany Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 4 weeks

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7. Nov. 2022

Lukas (28 years) Germany Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 4 weeks

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11. Jul. 2022

Soenke (26 years) Germany Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 3 weeks

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21. Mar. 2022

Hannah Marie Guatemala Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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26. Feb. 2022

Judith Germany Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week

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25. Jan. 2022

Marco Germany Course: Private Lessons 20 - 1 week

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6. Dec. 2021

Wayne Course: Private Lessons 20 - 4 weeks

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26. Mar. 2019

Pawel (41 years) Poland Course: Private Lessons 20 - 2 weeks

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12. Mar. 2019

Matthieu (33 years) Guatemala Course: Spanish Program - Combo (20 Group + 10 Private) - 1 week

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29. Oct. 2018

Anna (18 years)

Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 4 weeks

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