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Winter Intensives! July 7-18
The weather is getting colder, so it's time to learn some more Spanish to warm up our hearts.
Join us for Winter Intensives in the Melbourne CBD or cozy Northcote centre for two exciting weeks of study and practice.
We will offer Full Elementary Levels, Spanish for Travel and Conversation Courses from beginner to advanced!
El Patio's guide to the 2025 Spanish Film Festival!
The Spanish Film Festival is back in Melbourne in June/July and features the best cinema from Spain and Latin America.
Córdoba's Patio Festival: A Blooming Celebration
At El Patio, we believe patios are utterly enchanting! More than just charming courtyards, they are the heart of a Spanish home—a serene, open-air space that fosters connection, conversation, and a sense of community. In traditional Spanish culture, a patio is an enclosed, open-to-the-sky courtyard within a building, serving as a communal gathering place that brings people together.
And nowhere are they more celebrated than in Córdoba, Spain. Every May these patios burst into bloom with the Fiesta de los Patios—a UNESCO-listed celebration of flowers, culture, and community spirit.
I Teach Spanish ... Daniela!
Meet Daniela, one of El Patio's incredible teachers from Colombia! With a love of language, writing, reading and even grammar (very importantly) Daniela's classes reflect her love of teaching, sharing cultures and the power of learning a language in bringing people from all walks of life together. Daniela understands the importance of communication and practice when learning a language and she implements this in her classes with her fun, interesting and dynamic teaching style. As a student of languages herself, she has lots of useful study tips to help you along the way and even videos that she makes!
Daniela's love of teaching began at an early age. Now that love has brought her all the way across the world to El Patio and we are so happy and lucky to have her!
El Patio's introduction to sweets and desserts from Latin America and Spain!
Have a sweet tooth and keen to try some delicious bites from across the Spanish speaking world? Look no further! From tiny dulces (sweets) to more substantial sugary postres (desserts), read on for El Patio's introduction to five iconic desserts from Latin America and Spain - and where to try them here in Melbourne!
Autumn Intensives 2025! April 14-23
Join us for Autumn Intensives in the CBD, Northcote, and Online for two exciting weeks of Spanish!
These are held in-between Terms 1 & 2. You'll be able to boost your level quickly in an Elementary Level or Conversation Course.
We have something for every level!
Did Netflix Pull Off 100 Years of Solitude?
Let's dive into something truly special —a journey into the magical world of Cien años de soledad (One Hundred Years of Solitude) by the legendary Gabriel García Márquez. As a school committed to fostering curiosity and a love for the wonders of the world, we were thrilled when Netflix announced the adaptation of this iconic novel. For years, this masterpiece was considered too complex to bring to the screen—so, did Netflix manage to pull it off?
I Teach Spanish ... Sara!
Meet Sara, our exciting new Spanish teacher from Spain! With a love for languages and cultures, Sara's teaching style is dynamic and engaging, blending her travel experiences with a deep passion for sharing the Spanish language. Her classes are fun, interactive, and full of useful knowledge to take away! Sara knew El Patio was a perfect fit for her style of teaching, and we couldn't agree more!
Find out how Sara's journey led her to teaching Spanish, her tips for students, and why she loves making language learning both enjoyable and meaningful.
Make Your Spanish Goals Stick: Turning Resolutions into Habits
Tired of your New Year's resolutions fizzling out? Learn how to turn your Spanish goals into lasting habits with five simple steps. From breaking goals into bite-sized actions to making learning fun, this article will help you build a routine that sticks—no willpower required. Let's make 2025 the year you finally speak Spanish!
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What's cooler than a tote bag? A tote bag filled with your Spanish books - duh! But seriously, these bags are strong, made from natural canvas and built to last. Perfect size for your textbooks…
