Spanish: beginners part 3

ByWM College

Languages

Beginner / A1

An interactive Spanish course at Beginner (A1) level covering everyday communication, routines, shopping, leisure and recent experiences.

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 spoken Spanish for everyday situations, including introductions, daily routines, clothing and shopping, leisure activities, arrangements and past experiences. Lessons use interactive classroom activities, with informal assessment through speaking tasks, role-play, short exercises and self-reflection. Learners receive feedback on their practical language use and are expected to practise between lessons through weekly homework. Lesson resources are made available through Microsoft Teams.

What you'll learn

  • Introduce yourself and explain reasons for learning Spanish
  • Describe daily routines and frequency
  • Discuss clothing, occasions and shopping for clothes
  • Talk about leisure activities and personal preferences
  • Make plans and arrange to meet someone
  • Describe recent activities, including what you did last weekend

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for learners at Beginner (A1) level who are developing everyday Spanish communication. Some previous basic knowledge may be useful, but it is not described as essential. Participation includes interactive classroom activities, speaking practice, role-play and regular homework.

  • Learners should be prepared to complete weekly homework
  • The course includes ongoing informal assessment and self-reflection
  • Learners can use the provider's online level test to help check suitability

Before you go

  • Learners need a pen, paper and a folder for class handouts.
  • Access to a Spanish dictionary on a phone is required.
  • Lesson resources are available through Microsoft Teams.
  • Assistive equipment and access support may be available through reasonable adjustments, subject to an interview with the relevant support team.

Class teacher

  • Silvia Lapides

    Class teacher

Where this course runs

  • Selected class

    WM College, 44 Crowndale Road, London NW1 1TR

    44 Crowndale Road, London NW1 1TR

    Nearest station: Camden

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Upcoming classes

1 class

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Tue 13 Apr 2027

18:00 – 19:30 • 11 weeks

£170

WM College, Camden

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