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Our school has a relationship with a number of Ecuadorian families who are interested in hosting international students for a reasonable price. If you wish, we can arrange for you to stay with one of these Ecuadorian families in a residential area close to the school. We call this our "homestay" program because when you participate in this program, you are not only renting a room in somebody's house, you are being welcomed into their home as if you were a member of their family. The homestay gives you the opportunity for additional practice speaking Spanish outside of the classroom, as well as the opportunity to experience some of the cultural aspects of Ecuadorian life, such as food, family life, and holidays. We prefer to place only one student per family because when students live together we have found that the temptation to speak their native language -instead of Spanish- is too great. However, if it is important to you to live with other students or with a traveling companion, arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs.
New at Vida Verde! Now you can choose your family that you homestay with when registering with our school. We use a number of different families, though here have only listed a few. We are in the process of adding more at the moment. Note that this would be your preference, and we will do what we can to place you accordingly.
Meet the Families
Cost The cost for our homestay program is $20.00 per day for full-board, $ 18 per day for half-board (breakfast and lunch or supper), or $ 15 per day with breakfast only.
This includes the meals, a private room with desk, and laundry service.
Though we do our utmost to ensure that students are placed with compatible families, in the unlikely event that there are personality conflicts or the homestay is otherwise unsatisfactory, we will immediately place you in a different family or in alternate lodging. To ensure your safety and the best immersion experience possible we have carefully screened and selected all host families.
Assistance Finding Alternative Housing We believe that speaking Spanish with an Ecuadorian family is an integral part of the immersion process and thus encourage students to take advantage of the homestay program. However, should you prefer other accommodations, such as a hostel or an apartment (for stays longer than a month) we can provide recommendations and assist with the necessary arrangements. In fact, because of our excellent location in the heart of the Amazonas tourist district there are a wealth of hostels and hotels to suit any budget just a few minutes walk from the school. Mercedes Proaño
Manager of Casa Verde: Hi to everyone! I am a psychology student writing my degree dissertation at the moment. Also, I am a Spanish teacher at Vida Verde Spanish School. I have been living in Casa Vida Verde for one and a half year. I like meeting new people and enjoy the atmosphere in this lovely location. With the majority I am still in touch today. I am looking forward to welcoming you also as my guest here in the Casa Vida Verde - ¡Bienvenidos!
Casa Vida Verde is an attractive fully furnished residential house. It was created to provide a safe and comfortable residence for foreign students, workers and tourists who would like both independence and the opportunity to socialise with others. Both English and Spanish are spoken. Pictures...Location We are located in one of the nicest and safest areas of Quito. It is 10-15 minutes north of Mariscal Sucre (and ‘ Vida Verde’ Spanish Centre) by using the convenient Ecovia Bus route. It is close to the Metropolitan Park, internet cafes, restaurants, telephone cabins and Qui Centro – Quito’s largest and most modern shopping centre. Facilities
Rooms and Prices 2009
English Teaching If you have experience teaching English or a teaching certificate, we can help arrange work. Often we have teachers staying with us and we have contacts with nearby English schools and institutions that are always looking for teachers who can commit for at least a few months. Payment is between $5 and $10 an hour.
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