El Patio Spanish Language School

A New CBD Centre from Term 4 starting October 7!

From Term 4 (October 7), El Patio CBD will be moving to a gorgeous new centre in Druid's House, 1/407 Swanston St, Melbourne CBD (opposite RMIT Library and approximately 400 meters from our current centre). We can't wait for you to see it!

I Teach Spanish ... Patricio!

Meet Patricio, one of El Patio's wonderful teachers from Chile! A lover of travel, Patricio realised his profession could take him around the world. His teaching style prioritises practicality and interaction - and big doses of laughter which is often heard coming from under the door of his classes!

Read on to find out how he got started teaching Spanish, what he likes about it and his tips for students on getting the most out of class.

Our List of Must See Mexican Movies!

Mexico has a booming movie scene and has produced arguably some of the best cinematic pieces not only in the spanish-speaking community, but world-wide! Mexico is home to "The Three Amigos", consisting of three giants in the world of movie directors: Alejandro González Iñárritu, Guillermo del Toro, and Alfonso Cuarón, all of whom have produced critically acclaimed work both in their home country and Hollywood. Read on to find out which of their movies have made our list!

A sneaky peak behind the scenes!

Just in case you missed the memo - from Term 4 2024, El Patio is moving from Little Lonsdale Street to Swanston Street.

Now it seems we're auditioning for The Block! With the clock ticking to Term 4 - how is the makeover of Druid's house going? Read on for a sneaky peak behind the scenes!

Which class to choose! A guide.

There's lots to choose from! Use this guide and timetable to determine the best course for you!

How to access our AULA 1 PLUS additional resources!

One of El Patio's very own teachers, Beatriz, has created a range of additional videos to support Aula Internacional Plus 1 users on their Spanish journey, and complement/explain the activities in the book. Read on for instructions on how to access these resources.

Iconic Design in the Spanish Speaking World

Design in the Spanish-speaking world has a rich and interconnected history. Each country's urban life is impacted and influenced greatly by the structure of their cities and buildings. If you're interested in all things architecture and urban planning, this one is for you! From ancient histories to master plans and changing urban landscapes, read on to find out more about some of the most impactful spaces within Spain and Latin America.

El Patio's guide to the 2024 Spanish Film Festival!

The Spanish Film Festival is back in Melbourne in June/July and features the best cinema from Spain and Latin America.

Artists Behind the Aulas - Frida Kahlo

You may have noticed that our classrooms (aulas) have interesting names in our Northcote centre! We named these classrooms in honour of our favourite hispanic artists - Miró, Kahlo, Almodóvar and Cruz.

But who are these people? And what does their art mean to us? Let's dive into perhaps the most enigmatic and iconic of the bunch - Frida Kahlo.

Tick-Tock Tales: Franco's Time Warp and Spain's Serenos

Ever wondered why Spaniards have dinner so late? With daylight savings recently wreaking havoc on our clocks, we thought we'd share a few interesting tidbits from the history of time-keeping in Spain.

Find out what makes Spaniards tick!

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