This course is designed for learners who have already completed one year of part-time study or who can communicate in everyday situations, such as ordering food, shopping, providing personal information, and asking for or giving directions.

During the course, you will strengthen your ability to talk about the present, develop the language skills needed to describe past experiences, and learn to express basic opinions and preferences with greater confidence.

The emphasis is on listening and speaking, while also incorporating grammar and written activities to support overall language development. In addition, you will broaden your understanding of the cultures and traditions of Spanish-speaking countries.

Maria Simons is a native speaker from Teruel in the region of Aragón (Spain). She has a degree in English Philology, Cert.Ed. and the certificate TFLA (Teaching Foreign Languages to Adults).
She has been teaching Spanish for over 25 years in colleges, community centres and at university, which she has enjoyed greatly.  Also, she has experience teaching examination courses, and preparing students for GCSE and A Levels as well as teaching Spanish undergraduate courses at university.
She is based in Brighton and teaches courses from beginners to advanced levels at Adult community centres.  Among her interests are the Hispanic culture, history, music, and cinema.