Exam preparation

First-class exam preparation is the key to achieving first-class exam results. At Friendly Spanish, we offer high quality, tailored courses and tuition focusing on preparation for Spanish GCSE, Spanish A level and Diplomas of Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE) examinations.

Based upon the most up-to-date and effective teaching methods, our language courses develop the key skills and techniques for the student’s specific examination. Experience shows that students who are comfortable and familiar with the format of their exam perform better on the all-important day.

Preparation for Spanish GCSE and Spanish A level examinations

The exam success rate at Friendly Spanish speaks for itself. In 2009, 90% of our students achieved top A grades in GCSEs and A levels.

Delivered by highly qualified and experienced native teachers, who are fully vetted and CRB checked, our bespoke, one-to-one courses comply fully with National Curriculum requirements and use officially approved revision materials.

We offer:

  • One-to-one tuition at home or a venue of choice tailored to the needs of the individual student
  • Wide range of teaching materials, including practice papers, relevant to the applicable examination board
  • Regular feedback and progress reports
  • Regular homework to consolidate teacher–led learning
  • Preliminary assessment to identify student’s weak areas

Preparation for Diplomas of Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE) examinations

The DELE exam

As internationally-recognised qualifications accrediting levels of competence and command of the Spanish language, the DELE certifications are ideal for people who are planning to live, work or study in a Spanish-speaking country.

Issued by Spain’s Ministry of Education, the Diplomas of Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE) are offered in six levels ranging from Starter to Proficiency. The exams can be taken at various times throughout the year in both the UK and abroad, including Spain and Latin America.

Our DELE exam preparation courses

We are one of the few language schools in London offering specialist tuition for the Diplomas of Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE) examinations.

Our highly qualified, native teachers, who have good experience of preparing individuals for the DELE, develop and practise specific exam techniques with students.

Features of our DELE exam preparation courses include:

  • One-to-one or small group courses adapted to the needs of the individual student
  • Use of approved textbooks and teaching materials, including practice papers
  • Regular feedback and progress reports
  • Regular homework to consolidate teacher–led learning
  • Preliminary assessment to identify student’s weak areas