The quality of the teaching is demonstrated both by  its recognition from the two most important educational institutions in Spain – the Cervantes Institute and the University of Alcalá . The syllabus followed in the Junior Course has been  developed with adolescents in mind, and is completely focused on the development of the students linguistic skills. Students are taught from day one how to communicate in Spanish in an effective way. All of the activities have designed to complement the classroom activities.

The teachers' goal is to help the student intensively develop their reading, writing and speaking skills in a friendly atmosphere. Rather than passively receiving lectures, students actively participate in the classroom learning experience. All teachers have excellent training, and years of experience in teaching Spanish to non-native speakers.

One of the characteristics that makes this program stand out is its intimate family atmosphere in the classes. This enables students to learn about the Spanish language and culture in a pleasant and effective manner. The subjects of the classes are directed towards the interests and needs of the teen students. Currently there are four different levels of classes:

1. A1 Beginners. Students who have never studied Spanish before begin to understand basic structures and vocabulary and to take part in general conversation.
   
   
2. A2 Elementary. Students who have already studied some Spanish can add to their knowledge with more vocabulary, practice more complicated structures and above all, speak and understand with greater ease.
   
   
3. B1 Intermediate. Students who have been studying Spanish for some time can enter into more advanced structures, read and write with greater fluency and understand native speakers more easily.
   
   
4. C1 Advanced. Students are able to perfect their Spanish, fill in the remaining gaps in vocabulary and grammar and practice the four main linguistic skills – reading, writing, listening, speaking... 

Included In The Program

• 4 hours of Spanish classes per day
• Multinational group classes with a maximum of 12 students.
• Full board in double room with seleted Spanish Host families.
• Laundry Services
  
• Full Social Program (see below for details).
• All teaching materials, tests and certificates.
• Free internet and e-mail access.
• Airport transfers to and from Jerez are included in the price and Seville and Malaga airport transfers may be shared at reduced rates.
• NRCSA Emergency insurance (during dates in the foreign country)

Not Included

• Pocket Money

Activities and excursions are a fundamental part of the teen program. They give the students a chance to experience the Spanish culture, meet their peers, and enjoy the beautiful Spanish Summer. They activities in the program are put together in conjunction with the teachers to ensure that all of the activities are well chaperoned and to help students with any language needs that may arise. This gives the students a chance to enjoy  their free time, and it reinforces what they learned in the classroom.

The following are representative the student activities:

• Beach Activities Making the most of the fact that we are very close to the Atlantic  beaches of El Palmar and Los Caños de Meca, which are famous for their size and cleanliness, we organize mini-courses of various sports like canoing, kitesurf and windsurf and also excursions to other beaches of interest.
  
  
• Walks and Bicycle Rides Since Vejer has very beautiful natural surroundings, the school organizes walks in order for students to get to know the town and the nearby countryside, particularly the natural parks and the historical sites of the Roman aqueduct at Santa Lucía and the Visigoth chapel at San Ambrosio. Some of these outings are made on foot and others by bicycle. We can also arrange horse-riding for students who are interested
  
  
• Excursions In order for students to get to know at first-hand the most interesting cities and natural spaces in the area, we arrange a series of excursions to places like Seville, Granada, Cordoba, Ronda, Cadiz, Tarifa and Jerez. We also arrange visits to the local natural parks of el Pinar de Barbate, Los Alcornocales and Grazalema.
  
  
• Cooking Classes Our students learn to cook (and practice their Spanish) with the help of mothers from Vejer families who teach them how to make a paella or how  to toss a tortilla. Afterwards, it's off to the garden to eat it!
  
  
• Music Workshops Our flamenco teachers and other musicians are specialized in the teaching of percussion and rhythm using games.
  
  
• Dance Workshops These are mini-courses designed to introduce students to sevillanas and the rhythm of salsa, so that they can have a good time after class and between beach trips. Later, during the parties, students can show what they have learned.
  
  
• Sports Activities In order for our students to get to know the young people of  Vejer, we organise a series of sports activities with the local youth club at the Sports Center– football, basketball and volleyball.
  
  
• Juggling Workshop Students first learn to make their own juggling balls, clubs and cariocas with the course leader and then to juggle.
  
  
• Gymkhana An ideal game for getting to know the old town center and more of the history of Vejer and to practice Spanish with people in the street. And also to have a good time. Young people love to play this game in Vejer's narrow streets.
  
  
• Cultural Talks These talks are adapted to the level of Spanish and the knowledge of Spanish culture of our students. There are talks about history and art, and also about current affairs and subjects which are of interest to young people
  
  
• Story-telling and Theatre Activities to join in with to practice the language and to have a good time with professional performers who tell funny and exciting stories or put on plays in the school garden.
  
  
• Spanish Cinema We select and show some of the best Spanish and Hispanic films and later discuss them with the students
  
  
• Mosaic Workshop An experienced teacher gives this workshop in the school garden. Students are able to learn the basic techniques of mosaics and at the end they have something to take home.

Students aged 13 through 17 are welcome regardless of educational background, occupation or nationality. No previous knowledge of Spanish is required.

Students desiring credit for their study should contact their home school or request the NRCSA Credit Fact Sheet. Generally, U.S. schools consider 15 hours of study to be equal to 1 semester credit.

Certificates
At the end of each course, students receive a certificate of participation stating the number of hours and the subject studied. The student who so wishes may take an exam to receive a certificate with a grade.