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Frequently Asked Questions

• What textbooks are used in Spanish language classes?

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  Spanish classes use the Aula Internacional series by level. Beginners 1-4 use Aula Internacional 1 (New Edition), Pre-Intermediate levels use Aula Internacional 2 (New Edition), Lower Intermediate uses Aula Internacional 3, and Upper Intermediate uses Aula Internacional 4 (Nueva Edición). Each textbook is paired with specific units matched to the student's proficiency level.

• What can I do after completing Beginners level Spanish?

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  After Beginners 4, students can progress to Pre-Intermediate 1. Beginners courses teach fundamental skills including personal introductions, shopping, daily routines, restaurant interactions, and directions. By course completion, students master basic grammar including regular and reflexive verbs, demonstrate present tense usage, and can narrate simple past experiences.

• Are there accelerated Spanish learning options available?

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  Yes. Intensive Spanish courses are available covering Beginners 1-2 combined and Beginners 3-4 combined, allowing students to progress through two levels in a condensed format. Additionally, Spanish for Travellers is a short course designed for students needing communicative skills for travel, covering greetings, directions, hotel reservations, transport, shopping, and restaurant ordering.

• What languages and proficiency levels are offered besides Spanish?

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  Italian classes are available at multiple levels: Beginners (Avalon location, Monday daytime, and Crows Nest locations), Post Beginners (Avalon), Intermediates (Avalon), and Advanced (Online). English Conversation Group is available for conversational practice in a relaxed setting. German Conversation Group serves intermediate and higher proficiency speakers. All Italian instructors receive regular training and receive training on Italian culture integration.

• Is cultural content included in language classes?

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  Yes. All Italian Connections courses integrate Italian culture and traditions throughout instruction, with the principle that language and culture are strongly intertwined. Spanish courses include cultural components—for example, Pre-Intermediate 3 features regional products from the Spanish-speaking world, and Lower Intermediate 6 covers environment and solidarity topics relevant to Spanish-speaking countries.

• What teaching methods are used in language classes?

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  Classes use interactive, varied approaches including role-plays, listening activities, games, video extracts, songs, worksheets, discussion, puzzles, reading, writing, problem-solving, and impromptu speaking exercises. Italian classes emphasize interactive learning with innovative textbooks, while English Conversation Groups use strategies specifically aimed at developing conversational confidence and Australian cultural understanding.