Spanish Level 1B - Part 1 Beginners Plus

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Course code: LSJ10

This course is suitable for students at post-beginner level who have studied the language to a limited extent in the past (app 60 hours) or students who would like to refresh previously acquired basic Spanish.

when
From 15 Sep 2025 to 26 Jan 2026
Mon 13:00-15:00  16 weeks
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15 Sep 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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22 Sep 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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29 Sep 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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06 Oct 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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13 Oct 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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20 Oct 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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03 Nov 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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10 Nov 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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17 Nov 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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24 Nov 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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01 Dec 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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08 Dec 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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05 Jan 2026
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13:00 to 15:00
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12 Jan 2026
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13:00 to 15:00
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19 Jan 2026
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13:00 to 15:00
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26 Jan 2026
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13:00 to 15:00
Tutor
Julian Segura
where
Stoke Lodge 

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN


fees
full fee for this course £264.00, concession fee £160.00
who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">A course for students who have some basic knowledge of Spanish. Not suitable for complete beginners. The course aims to consolidate and develop students’ basic knowledge of Spanish.</span></span></p>

What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Combining all aspects of language learning, your teacher will provide you with the tools to confidently participate in each lesson and make steady and consistent progress. </span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">You will be learning expressions, vocabulary and grammar to enable you to get by in routine everyday and social situations such as for example:</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- give specific information about yourself and others</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- describe your daily routine</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- describe your leisure activities</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- ask and understand directions</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- buy food</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- going shopping</span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">This course will be delivered at Stoke Lodge but will move to online delivery if necessary.</span></p>

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Late starters allowed?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes, provided late starters can work at the same level as the rest of the class at the time of joining.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Please check with the tutor via the Stoke Lodge office before joining.</span></span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes, learners should have completed a beginners&#039; course at Level 1A, Term 1 and 2. For example, have learnt Spanish for app 60 hours</span></span></span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Spanish Level 1B, Part 2</span></span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes, a course book may be used; details will be given at the first session.</span></span></p>

Work set between sessions?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes. Some homework exercises will be set every week, in order to enable learners to consolidate what they have learnt during the sessions</span></span></p>

What should students bring?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Pen & paper</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">An A4 ringbinder for handouts and photocopies</span></span></span></p>

Teaching method/style?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">The course is based on the communicative / functional approach:</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- active student interaction and participation</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- emphasis on speaking and listening skills</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- also some reading and basic writing activities</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- pair, small group and whole class work</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- role plays and games</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- use of realia, pictures and authentic material</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">- some grammar exercises and homework will be set</span></span></span></p>

Equipment Required

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Stable internet connection, a PC or tablet if the course moves online.</span></p>

Refunds and cancellations

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>Course Cancellations by Us </strong></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px">We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>Cancellations by You </strong></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date:  Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px">If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>Transfers </strong></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px">A 10% transfer fee applies. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px">Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>Illness and Absence </strong></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>How Refunds Are Issued </strong></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Refunds are returned via the original payment method: </span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px">Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>Online Course Access </strong></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:16px">Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:16px">No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer. </span></p>
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