Spanish beginners at a gentle pace: module 2
A Beginner (A1) Spanish course covering everyday communication, listening and basic reading for learners progressing from module 1.
What Beginner (A1) Spanish means
At A1 Spanish, learners are beginning to use familiar words and simple sentences in predictable everyday situations.
Introduce yourself
Me llamo Ana. Vivo en Londres.
My name is Ana. I live in London.
Order in a café
Quisiera un café, por favor.
I would like a coffee, please.
Ask for directions
Perdone, ¿dónde está la estación?
Excuse me, where is the station?
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course develops Spanish for everyday situations, including shopping, ordering in a bar, discussing food, asking for information and describing places. Learners also practise telling the time, expressing likes and dislikes, talking about frequency and discussing what they can do in their town. Teaching includes spoken-language listening practice, group speaking guidance, vocabulary-retention activities and short reading texts about Spanish-speaking cities and countries. Cultural material includes Spanish bars, Costa Rica, Sevilla and Bogotá.
What you'll learn
- Discuss likes, dislikes and food in Spanish
- Buy items in shops and order in a bar
- Describe places, cities and towns
- Ask for and tell the time
- Ask for information and discuss activities in a town
- Read short, simple texts about Spanish-speaking cities and countries
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for Beginner (A1) learners who have completed the first beginners module or already have basic Spanish knowledge. Participation includes group speaking and listening practice, with homework highly recommended to consolidate learning.
- Designed for learners progressing from a first beginners module
- Includes practice speaking in groups and listening to spoken Spanish
- Homework is highly recommended
Before you go
- The course is based on Nos vemos Hoy 1 Compacto, Units 5–6. The listed edition is the hybrid edition, ISBN 9788411573467.
- Teaching and learning resources are provided through Google Classroom.
- Homework is highly recommended.
Class teacher
Montserrat Trujillo
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Tue 12 Jan 2027
10:30 – 12:15 • 10 weeks
£239
Keeley Street, Covent Garden
