Spanish Immersion Programs in Mexico - The Best Choice For Learning Spanish

There is no doubt. When it comes to learning Spanish, there is no way to do it than to immersing yourself in the Spanish language. And the best way to truly understand the Spanish language is to understand the culture. For this the ideal option is to enroll at in a Spanish Immersion program. For these types of programs, Mexico is the ideal choice. It does not have the high price of Spanish classes like you will find in Spain, but it also offers a level of safety that is not found in most other Spanish speaking countries in central and Latin America.

In Mexico there are hundreds of Spanish schools, but how do you know which one is best for you? This is depends very much on how you like to learn and what kind of environment you feel more comfortable in. Due to Mexico's large size you can find schools on the beach, in historic cities, in the mountains, in the deserts or on mountain lakes. You can study Spanish in small towns or in one of the biggest cities in the world. The only limit to where you can study Spanish in Mexico is the limit of your imaginations.

Even with so many Spanish schools, there are always a few that stand out from the crowd. Here is a list of some of the top Spanish schools (based on size) in Mexico.

TOP LARGE SPANISH SCHOOL (100+ students)
Universidad Internaciónal - Cuernavaca, Morelos

Pros:

- Known as the school that invented Spanish language education. Has been around for over 30 years.
- Huge amount of school sponsored activities since it is also a Mexican University.
- Chance to interact with people from all over the world.
- Cuernavaca is known as the city of eternal Spring.

Cons:

- Easy to get lost in the crowd
- Cuernavaca is becoming saturated with Spanish schools, and many local stores and restaurants are starting have menu's in English.
- Due the its near proximity to Mexico City the safety in Cuernavaca has gotten worse in recent years.

TOP MID-SIZED SPANISH SCHOOL (30-100 students)
Solexico - Puerta Vallarta, Quintana Roo

Pros:

- Perfect place for students looking to study and then enjoy an active night life.
- Spanish school has branches in other parts of Mexico, so you can arrange exchange programs.
- Can take classes in wonderful outdoor palapas.
- Puerta Vallarta is centrally located near the most beautiful beaches and ruins in Mexico.

Cons:

- A bit of a walk from the nearest beach.
- Risky choice during hurricane season, since Puerta Vallarta virtually closes if there is a hurricane headed this way.
- Some people may not enjoy the heat and humidity of the outside classrooms in the summer.

TOP SMALL SPANISH SCHOOL (0-30 students)
Querétaro Language School - Querétaro, Querétaro

Pros:

- Has a real family feel.
- Due to its small size, personalized attention is given to each students.
- Querétaro is the safest city in Mexico, and has one of the most active art and cultural scenes in the Mexico.
- The campus is located in the historic downtown.

Cons:

- Fills up quickly in the high seasons. Need to reserve in advance.
- Not for people who are looking to have class in large groups.
- The nearest beach is 8 hours away.

Other than the Spanish schools located in the list above there are hundreds of Spanish schools scattered around Mexico and you are sure to find one that has what you are looking for. The few things to ask when looking for a Spanish school in Mexico is if there teachers have university degrees (many Spanish schools have Spanish teachers without any qualifications) and to make sure that the staff knows what they are doing. Spanish immersion in Mexico is one of the best ways to learn Spanish, just find a place that suites your learning needs and you are just one step away from speaking one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.