Academic Excellence

Whether you are learning Spanish as a missionary, businessperson, or for college credit, you will find our Spanish courses to be of the highest standards. For nearly 70 years, we have been known worldwide for the quality of our teachers and our understanding of the individual academic needs of our students. Our  well-rounded courses emphasize grammar, phonetics and practical conversation through reading, writing and speaking Spanish.

Spiritual Emphasis

Since our founding in 1942, we have understood that learning Spanish is more than just an academic experience. Through our regular chapel services, Spiritual Emphasis Week, local churches and community ministry opportunities, we are excited to be a part of each person’s spiritual journey and seek to create an environment where God is glorified in every aspect of life.

Family Friendly

Our teachers understand that making the transition to a new culture can be difficult for children and families. We work closely with parents to help each child transition into life in Costa Rica. Rayitos de Sol (our nursery and preschool program) is equipped to care for the youngest members of the Institute's community. Sojourn Academy (K-12) follows an American curriculum. Both are located on our school campus, providing an environment where families can learn together.

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Laura Orellana Castillo

Spanish teacher
12 years at the Institute
Favorite pastimes: crafts, decoration, putting together puzzles, painting

My name is Laura Orellana, and I have worked at the Institute for 12 years. During those years I have had the opportunity to grow as a person, as a Christian, and, of course, as a professional. In the academic area, I have taught Language and Grammar in all levels. I have also taught Phonetics. It has been a blessing from God to have found in this place, the ability to teach different University groups about the History and Culture in Latin America. This has helped me to use all my knowledge in Anthropology, which was my major in college. I am happy and thankful because at ILE I have served God and the students. I have been able to support them in their missionary preparation, but above all, I have been able to glorify God and see daily His glory in my life.

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Costa Rica: 011-506-2227-7366
Or, call from US: 1-800-642-1375
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Affiliations

Since 1942, the Spanish Language Institute has served hundreds of evangelical missions agencies. Some of our most recent graduates have come from the following mission agencies and Christian universities:

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