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ABOUT US

We are here to provide the opportunity for the people of Wolverhampton to learn a foreign language and to learn about other cultures. We are a non-profit making venture and are not in receipt of government funding. You may consider registering for the DELE qualifications, awarded by the Instituto Cervantes, but there is no requirement for students to sit external examinations. However, all learners are provided with ample opportunity for regular assessment and timely feedback as part of the course. Teaching and learning materials are supplied to the learner free of charge on a weekly basis.

our tutors

martin relph

My name is Martin. I have a wide experience of teaching Spanish and managing  international exchange programmes for students in education and for those in work. I have a passion for learning about different cultures and for foreign language learning. I have travelled extensively as an independent traveller throughout Spain and Latin America. I have an expert knowledge of the peoples, politics and range of cultures to be found in the Spanish-speaking world.

Qualifications

FHEQ Institute of Linguists Diploma in Spanish

Certificate in Education

MA in European & International Studies

Experience

32 years within the futher and adult education sector.

28 years managing international exchange programmes.

External moderator for foreign language courses.

33 years teaching Spanish to adults and adolescents.

microsoft teams

The platform used for the online classes is Microsoft Teams. You will therefore need to download Microsoft Teams on the device you will be using for the classes. Click on the link below to download Teams.

yabla

Yabla uses a technique called video immersion and it is a great tool for learning a language.The Spanish in Wolverhampton language school has a multi-user subscription with Yabla. This costs each student £8.50 per year. Students joining in September will pay a pro-rata fee as the subscription runs from April to April. All students must subscribe to Yabla as part of the course. Each week you will be set an assignment to complete that will be monitored by your tutor via the Yabla website. This will form a major part of your directed study. Click on the link to find out more about Yabla.

face-to-face tutorials

Students on all courses will meet periodically for an informal face-to-face tutorial. For the Advanced class, the tutorials will be arranged to coincide with the Wolverhampton Spanish Language Meet-up.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

There will be a number of planned social events throughout the course including film nights, meals and cultural events.

EDUCATIONAL VISITS

​A 5-day visit to Spain is planned for early June 2026. Cost will be approximately £250 per person for flights and accommodation. This will provide a unique opportunity to put your language learning into practice!

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