Spanish Language School Trip to Barcelona, Catalonia

A WST tour to Catalonia will support the study of elements of the following exam board specifications.

AQA

GCSE

3.2.1 Listening: understand and respond to spoken language

3.2.2 Speaking: communicate and interact in speech

3.2.3 Reading: understand and respond to written language

3.3 Grammar

A-Level

3.2. Political and Artistic Culture

3.2.1 Artistic culture in the Hispanic world

3.3 Grammar

Edexcel

GCSE

Paper 1 – Listening and understanding in Spanish

Paper 2 – Speaking in Spanish (esp. Task 1 – Role Play)

Paper 3 – Reading and understanding in Spanish

A-Level

Theme 1 La evolución de la sociedad Española (esp El impacto turístico en España)

Theme 2: La cultura política y artística en el mundo hispanohablante

WJEC

GCSE

2.1 Listening: understand and respond to different types of spoken language

2.2 Speaking: communicate and interact effectively in speech

2.3 Reading: understand and respond to different types of written language

Language Workshops

Students will take part in listening and speaking sessions based around your key topics. They are ideal for preparation and practise in the morning before going out and about in the afternoon to try out their new range of vocabulary. A wide range of workshops are available in the resorts along the Catalonia coast. 

E3 Trail

We are delighted to have teamed up with E3 Trails, the UK’s premier educational trail writer, to offer an interactive activity for Spanish language students. An E3 Trail is a journey of discovery which empowers students to engage in an enjoyable learning adventure whilst visiting the chosen location. Typically taking two-three hours, a Trail is a self-guided walk around many iconic sights of the location of your choice, punctuated with a wide variety of interesting tasks and challenges which your students complete in their teams. The competition element adds an extra edge to the activity as teams vie for the right to be declared the winners. The addition of an E3 Trail to your school travel itinerary will make your time abroad a truly memorable and rewarding experience.

THE GAME - Barcelona

Your students will divide into teams and with a guide when they will discover Barcelona via a series of challenges based around the 5 senses. Challenges include tapas tasting, listening to Spanish tunes and puzzle solving. This can be run in Spanish or in English dependent on your requirements and abilities. The challenge will last for 2 hours and the winning team will win t-shirts.

DAY IN THE LIFE OF PEDRO - Barcelona

This is a group activity which takes students through a typical day in the life of Pedro, from the moment he wakes up until he goes to bed at night. Each part of the day has a language challenge which they need to fulfil in order to continue to the next moment of the day.

WST Town Trails and Treasure Hunts

Town trails are a great way for your students to practice their language around visitor information and finding the way whilst exploring a new area. We have a fantastic, free 90 minute Treasure Hunt along Las Ramblas and free town trails for a number of resorts along the Catalonia coast.

Poble Espanyol

Otherwise known as the Spanish Village. Located in the Monjuic area this is a reconstruction of a traditional Spanish village with traditional buildings, craft shops and cafes.

Markets

Markets are a great place to practise language and engage in interaction with locals. La Bocqueria market runs Monday to Saturday mornings on the Ramblas or contact us for details of market days in Girona, Tossa de Mar, Sitges and many more.

Spanish Film Night

If you want to improve their Spanish whilst keeping them busy in the evening, ask us about arranging a film night at your hotel. Many hotels can supply a range of DVD’s and have a TV in a meeting room that you could pre-book. Please ask us as early as possible about this so we can place you in a hotel which can offer this service. If your hotel doesn’t offer this, don’t worry, you can always go to the IMAX cinema at Port Vell. An ideal evening’s entertainment for A Level students.

MasterChef Barcelona 

If you’re looking for a meaningful, interesting & really fun activity that will provide a focus for your students and help them develop both their Spanish vocabulary and grammar in a meaningful context look no further!

MasterChef Barcelona allows your students to experience the thrill of cooking with your friends in a professional kitchen in Barcelona. Shop, chop, cook, eat and drink real Spanish & Catalan tapas and sangria

• Choose: Groups will choose the recipe/tapas they want to cook and will have to shop for the ingredients in the supermarket
• Cook:  Start chopping and cooking in a professional kitchen
• Eat & Drink: Time to sit and enjoy what everyone has created. All participants will try all the dishes everybody has cooked

Remember! It’s a competition so there will be a prize for the team which the Chef believes has produced the best tapas.

BARCELONA

Everybody who visits Catalonia will spend at least one day in Barcelona. Vibrant and cosmopolitan, you have so many opportunities here to soak up Spanish Culture

Las Ramblas

Enjoy wandering along this famous street that runs through the heart of the city. Take in the street artists, market stall, shops and cafes.

La Sagrada Familia

The iconic landmark of Barcelona, this famously unfinished masterpiece is one the most well known sights of Barcelona.

Plaza Cataluyna

Located at the top of Las Ramblas this is the main hub of the city and packed with shops, department stores and cafes.

Camp Nou

The world famous football stadium, home to Barcelona FC. With the ‘Camp Nou Experience’ you will see their trophies on display and learn more about the values, heritage and history of the club. There’s a great new multimedia area with interactive screens and tables and you can even walk through the player’s tunnel. 

Montjuic

Rising up from the harbour area Montjuic offers superb views of the city. The site of much regeneration for the 1992 Olympics, Montjuic offers a range of visits including the Olympic Stadium, Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village), museums, funicular railway and parks and gardens.

Gothic Quarter

The old town and historic quarter of the city. You can wander around the small windy streets, shop for souvenirs, admire the architecture and soak up the atmosphere from a pavement café.

Port Vell

Located on the harbour this is a recently developed area of Barcelona, with a great range of shops, museums and tapas restaurants. You’ll also find the IMAX Cinema and the Aquarium here.

Parc Güell

Located to the north of the city this park is packed with samples of Gaudi’s work. There are great opportunities to sketch his pieces, or to sketch the views of the city from its elevated position, or just relax and soak up the atmosphere.

The Gaudi Experience

This is a unique 4D experience located 5 minutes from Parc Güell. Visitors will take an interactive journey through the creative universe of Antoni Gaudi. Along with the 4D experience, you can also spend time in the interactive exhibition to discover how nature inspired his creations. 

Gaudi Houses – Casa Mila (La Pedrera), Casa Batllo

Two of the most famous buildings designed by Gaudi they are instantly recognisable amongst the architecture of Barcelona. They can be viewed from the outside or you can go inside to look closer at Gaudi’s attention to detail.

The Magic Fountains of Montjuic

An evening highlight in Barcelona, this is a fantastic display of light, colour and water acrobatics. Displays are usually at weekends only and at various times in the evening dependent on the season. Please contact us for times.

COASTAL

You will find a more relaxed atmosphere along the coast with great opportunities to dip into the history and heritage of the region

Girona

This beautiful medieval town is great to wander around to soak up the culture, with its old buildings, narrow streets, and Gothic cathedral.

Figueres

A well known centre of art and culture with the Dali Theatre Museum, the final resting place of Salvador Dali which contains the widest range of his work. 

Tossa

An authentic Spanish seaside town, picturesque location, great to wander around the cobbled streets, pick up souvenirs or walk around the old walled town and up to the lighthouse. 

Montserrat

Located inland from the Costa Dorada Montserrat is a religious site famous as home to the Statue of the Black Madonna. Visit around mid-day and you can experience a performance from the world famous boys choir in the Cathedral and take in spectacular views.

Tarragona

A historic roman town where you can view a series of ruins including the amphitheatre and the ‘devils bridge’ aqueduct.

Tapas Tasting

A must when you visit Spain if you really want to get a feel for the culture, you can try a range of traditional Spanish dishes. Available as an evening activity in all resorts.

Flamenco show

A fun evening activity and a true cultural experience. Full of passion, colour and art.

RESTAURANTS

Traditional paella or a lively evening at Hard Rock Café, make a restaurant meal part of your night out.

PORTAVENTURA WORLD

PortAventura Park

At Port Aventura Park, you'll visit exotic places such as China, Polynesia, the Far West, México, and Mediterrània. Discover full-on adrenaline rides including the tallest coaster in Europe, splash rides, gentle jungle swings and colourful shows from acrobatics to card tricks and magicians. The range of rides and attractions offers something for everyone.

Take a look at videos of PortAventura's showcase rides:

• Shambhala
• Dragon Khan
• Furius Baco
• Hurakan Condor

Ferrari Land

Full of adrenaline, excitement and fun. This is a unique theme park where you can enjoy discover all the secrets behind the legendary Italian brand. The Ferrari Experience includes a simulated ride, cinema experiences that will make you feel like you are inside a Ferrari, free fall tower and bounce back tower thrill rides.   

PortAventura Caribe Aquatic Park

This water park has a wide range of slides, pools, restaurants and shops. Highlights include King Kajhuna a 31 metre free fall slide (the highest water slide in Europe) and Ciclon Tropical, a multi bump slide of over 100 metres.