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Australia's best-loved Spanish language school, now teaching in Melbourne CBD, Northcote, Brunswick, and Online. Learn Spanish socially - whoever and wherever you are.
Phil
We are in a golden age of pop music, with incredible hispanic artists at the helm. You surely know plenty about Bad Bunny by now, and you've been bopping along to Karol G. But have you discovered Rosalía yet? Come...
Penny
What else is there to say? The world is shook - and rightfully so - from one of the most electrifying 13-minute live performances of all time! A love letter to Puerto Rico, clearly, but the piece is so rich...
Penny
Bad Bunny is the biggest pop star in the world right now, but until he was announced as the headline act at the 2026 NFL Super Bowl earlier this week, most Australians had probably never heard of him. So, who...
Phil
Join El Patio teacher Patricio for a captivating introduction to Latin American culture - from food to artists and much more!
Penny
Design in the Spanish-speaking world has a rich and interconnected history. Each country's urban life is impacted and influenced greatly by the structure of their cities and buildings. If you're interested in all things architecture and urban planning, this one...
Carmel
At El Patio Northcote, each of our classrooms (aulas) are named after an artist from the Spanish-speaking world. The classroom right down the back in our Northcote Centre is named after Cuban singer Celia Cruz, known as "La Reina de...
Estella
Melbourne's Latin culture scene is great! There are many places to eat, spaces to dance, festivals to go to and live music to immerse ourselves in, so that we can stay in touch with our favourite culture until we are...
Pame
One of the most rewarding aspects about studying Spanish is the opportunity it offers to engage with Hispanic cultures from across the world. Let Naira, one of our staff from Colombia, tell you all about 'Champeta' - a dance style...
Naira
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You can't do better than this school! It's a very well organised school. They have so many levels you will find the right class for you. Great teachers, fun and just the right amount of challenge.
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After becoming frustrated at my lack of progress with their competitor, I received a recommendation for the classes at El Patio. Since enrolling I have never looked back.
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I never shut up about how much I like my classes, pretty sure my colleagues and all my friends are getting sick of hearing about it.
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After finding another company frustrating and unenthusiastic, El Patio has reinvigorated my excitement for learning Spanish...
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The teachers are welcoming and seem to love what they do, which brings passion to each class. The homework and resources are highly organised and professional. I would highly recommend El Patio Spanish
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As a retired teacher, I know good teaching when I see it, and the teachers at El Patio are absolutely wonderful - caring, professional and fun.
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We learn, teach and gather on Wurundjeri Land of the Kulin Nation. El Patio acknowledges and celebrates the stories, culture and heritage of the Traditional Owners of this land and we pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.