Spanish Culture and Debate
A beginner Spanish course covering basic communication for everyday situations, including travel, shopping, eating out and introductions.
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 introduces essential Spanish vocabulary and phrases through everyday themes such as greetings, personal information, shopping, eating out, directions, travel arrangements, hobbies and daily activities. It is designed to develop basic communication for situations learners may encounter when travelling or speaking with Spanish speakers. Learning takes place through classroom study, with homework set between sessions and progress monitored in class.
What you'll learn
- Use basic Spanish phrases for greetings and introductions
- Exchange simple personal information
- Handle basic interactions in shops and restaurants
- Ask for and give directions
- Discuss likes, dislikes, daily activities and free time
- Make simple travel arrangements
Is this course right for you?
This course is designed for complete beginners, and no previous knowledge of Spanish is required. The stated literacy guidance is Skills for Life Literacy Level 1 or above. Participation involves classroom learning, homework and progress monitoring.
- Suitable for learners with no previous Spanish knowledge
- Skills for Life Literacy Level 1 or above is specified
Where this course runs
- Selected class
Parkshot, Richmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE
Richmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE
Nearest station: Richmond
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Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Wed 11 Nov 2026
18:00 – 19:30 • 5 weeks
£91
Parkshot, Richmond
Spanish team
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