A Spanish school built by people who love what they do.
El Patio started as a shared idea between a group of friends. We wanted to create something different, not just another formal language school with rows of desks, but a real community where people could learn Spanish in a warm, relaxed atmosphere and actually enjoy the process.
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That was over ten years ago. Since then, we've taught thousands of students across Edinburgh and online, added Italian to the mix, and grown a team of native teachers who bring genuine enthusiasm to every class. The wee school on Albany Street turned out to be exactly what we hoped it would be.
Meet the team.
Every teacher at El Patio is a qualified native speaker, and every one of them has a story that brought them here.
Our Italian Partner: Strada22
A few years into running Spanish classes, it felt natural to extend the family. Strada22 is our Italian language partner, run by Claudia Musorella, a Sicilian-born, Edinburgh-based Italian teacher with a master's degree in International Relations and a genuine passion for language.
If you've finished with Spanish and fancy a new challenge, or simply want to learn both, Claudia and the Strada22 team are the people to call.
Spanish classes in Edinburgh, and beyond
Whether you're learning in person at our space in Edinburgh or joining us online from anywhere in the world, you'll get the same thing: small groups, native teachers, and an approach built around real conversation. We work with beginners, intermediate learners, and advanced speakers. We also run evening classes, online courses, and intensive programmes for people who need to move faster.
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If you'd like to find out more or aren't sure which course is right for you, get in touch. We're happy to help.
