If you live in Germany and want to learn Spanish with government financial support, take advantage of your Bildungsurlaub with us at IH Madrid! We offer an immersive and culturally rich educational experience with our Intensive 30 Spanish course, recognized by the Bildungsurlaub program, also known as Bildungsfreistellung or Bildungszeit.
The German government provides funding for the Bildungsurlaub program, a study leave for workers in Germany that promotes continuing education and personal development. These are days off granted IN ADDITION to regular vacation time and cover a wide range of courses, including Spanish courses in Spain.
Bildungsurlaub is a legal right for workers in 14 of Germany’s 16 federal states, and IH Madrid is certified to offer courses to people from the following states:
Legal Right
It’s your right! In Germany, as a general rule, employees are entitled to five days of Bildungsurlaub (educational leave) per year (six in Saarland), which are in addition to your regular vacation days. If you can’t use your Bildungsurlaub in a given year, you can usually carry it over to the next year, accumulating up to ten days.
Personal choice
The Bildungsurlaub doesn’t have to be directly related to your professional profile or directly benefit your company. You can choose any course that has been approved by your region, such as our Intensive 30 Spanish course.
Personal and professional advantage
We work to live, not live to work. Continuous training improves health, well-being, and overall happiness. Learning Spanish and immersing oneself in Spanish culture also enriches personal and professional life, broadening horizons and improving adaptability and intercultural understanding.
Holistic Development
The Bildungsurlaub enriches participants with knowledge in diverse areas, from politics and culture to personal and professional development. Your cultural immersion in Spain not only offers a healthy break from work, but also fosters Spanish language learning, interaction with students from around the world, and participation in social and cultural activities in Madrid. This strengthens self-confidence and broadens horizons in a comprehensive way.
Learning Environment
Learning in a welcoming and vibrant community is rewarding and revitalizing, with opportunities for relaxation and cultural exchange. This dynamic not only enriches the learning experience but also facilitates immersion in the Spanish language and promotes interaction among international students, creating memorable and enriching moments in Madrid.
IH Madrid has been teaching Spanish in Madrid for over 40 years. We are part of the International House World organization, which has more than 60 years of experience in language teaching. Our school is located in the heart of Madrid, providing easy access to a multitude of services and iconic landmarks, including museums, monuments, restaurants, stadiums, shops, concerts, and a vibrant nightlife that lasts until the early hours.
We offer daily classes in small groups, highly experienced and qualified teachers, a dedicated customer service team to assist you, social and cultural activities, a modern 3-story building with 28 classrooms, a cafeteria, a library, computers, and Wi-Fi. If you are looking to learn Spanish in a dynamic and central environment, IH Madrid is the perfect place for you.
Our Intensive 30-lesson course is designed to maximize your learning in a short period. The course offers 30 lessons per week, each 55 minutes long. New classes start every Monday for all levels. Our courses are meticulously designed with a focus on practical communication for real-life situations, providing an immersive learning environment.
Monday to Friday 09:30 to 13:30
Group classes focused on communicative practice and practical language learning.
Monday to Friday 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Interactive activities and role-playing games to reinforce learning, with a focus on real communication.
16:30 – 17:30 two to three times a week cultural classes
| 1 week | 2 weeks | |
|---|---|---|
| Registration + Books and Materials | €75 | €75 |
| Intensive 30-Hour Course | €345 | €690 |
| Cultural Activities | Included | Included |
| Spanish Level Test | Included | Included |
| Welcome Pack | Included | Included |
| Assessment and Certificate | Included | Included |
| Total | 420€ | 765€ |
Confirm that the federal state where you work is one of the states where IH Madrid is approved. See the list below:
Baden-Württemberg (Baden-Württemberg)
Berlin (Berlin)
Brandenburg (Brandenburg)
Hesse (Hesse)
Lower Saxony (Lower Saxony)
Saarland (Saarland)
Saxony-Anhalt (Saxony-Anhalt)
2. Registration:
You must provisionally register for the course using our online form here.
It is important to indicate in the “comments” section that you want a Bildungsurlaub course and provide us with your company’s official name and address.
3. Permit:
IH Madrid will send you an enrollment confirmation that you must sign and present to the company where you work, following the regulations of your state.
4. Approval:
Once the employer has approved the application to study the language, the student can confirm their course by making the payment. If the employer approves or does not respond within the legal timeframe (generally 2 to 3 weeks), the Bildungsurlaub (leave of study) is granted. If the application is rejected, review the comments promptly and seek further advice if necessary. If the rejection is justified, find a new date and reapply for the Bildungsurlaub.
5. Certificate:
Upon completion of your course, you will receive a certificate detailing your Spanish level, the course you completed, and the dates of your course. You can present this certificate to your employer upon your return to Germany.
