Testimonials
Testimonials
School Trips to Spain
Hear from schools about their experience planning and travelling with Beelingual. Read feedback and comments from teachers about our school trip programmes.
‘Overall, the trip was excellent and the level of service was excellent. We particularly liked the more personalised approach than that of a large company, the difference was palpable.
Well organised, good flexibility in dates and times.
The support with organisation and all documentation was fantastic and really made everything run smoothly on the visit.
We would recommend BeeLingual unreservedly. See you next year!’
Holland Park School (London)
‘Another very successful trip with Beelingual, everybody had loads of fun and enjoyed every minute of it!!
Communication was as always very efficient, information and materials very clear, details and informative.
It is a pleasure working with our coordinator. Thanks again for an unforgettable experience!’
Hinchingbrooke School (Cambridgeshire)
‘The planning carried out was excellent.
The programme was tailored to the needs of our students, our coordinator did not hesitate in making suggestions on how to improve our itinerary and their own knowledge of the local area ensured that all of the activities that we did were very worthwhile.
I am very grateful for the help and enthusiasm.’
Stonyhurst College (Lancashire)
‘Excellent!! I really enjoyed working with our Beelingual coordinator, always prompt in replying to emails and messages.
The materials, prospectus and travel brochures all were really professional and I was able to plan my itinerary as I had hoped!
All excellent, Beelingual have always been really efficient and a pleasure to deal with. ‘
Marlborough Science Academy (Hertfordshire)
‘Excellent communication as always. Our coordinator always endeavours to meet our requirements. Information given to us and parents was clear, detailed and useful.
Support was second to none: any issue which arose were dealt with efficiently.’
Carshalton Boys Sports College (London)
‘An excellent trip, both staff and students enjoyed and learned a lot too. Such a bonus as a teacher to know the itinerary is sorted and there are staff to guide and help you on the trip, many thanks!’
Preston School Yeovil (Somerset)
‘Our coordinator did a brilliant job to provide clear, regular and meaningful communication efficiently which made the organisation process much easier to manage for us.
Materials provided were engaging and easy to understand for all, teachers, parents and students.
The support offered throughout the organisation process as well as during the trip has been superb at all times.’
Woodside High School (London)
‘We had fantastic communication with our Beelingual coordinator, who had a very professional approach and was extremely flexible.
The information and materials provided were excellent. Even providing us with sun cream and organised a cake and candles for a student’s birthday – they really had thought of everything!
Excellent support in the UK and Spain – would definitely like to work with Beelingual again as the whole process very personal.
It was also fantastic to have an agent deliver the Parents’ Information evening – this was really well received! Thank you very much for everything!’
Ashville College
‘Beelingual gave us all the opportunities to design the itinerary as we wanted. Communication always easy, quick replies via email and great organisation and support.
We are very happy with the flights, the timing, the company and how easy it was to handle data, additional suitcases, etc.
The trip this year was really smooth and we wouldn’t change anything.’
Carshalton High School for Girls
‘The planning was made easy and straightforward; we have always organised everything with our Beelingual coordinator and it’s always a pleasure to work with them.
Very efficient and from the moment we give the dates, already making suggestions as to what would be the best to do, always quick to respond to queries we may come up with.’
The Compton School
‘The documentation provided by Beelingual was of extremely high, professional quality and excellent, containing all the information that teachers, students and parents needed.
E-mailing between myself and my coordinator was extremely detailed and they responded to all enquiries efficiently and comprehensively, also kindly ran the parents meeting prior to departure and had an excellent quality presentation and resources.
Throughout the planning process, nothing was too much trouble for the team and it was all excellent.’
Burton Borough School (Shropshire)
‘Excellent communication, organisation and support. Everything regarding the flights was clearly explained and went accordingly.
The printed and professional information was appreciated by parents and pupils, it was clear and easy to follow.
The presentation promoted the trip and reassured school’s staff, parents and students. Parents and teachers make very good comments about it.’
Bethany School (Kent)
‘Communication was excellent. We worked well together on all aspects of the planning including the itinerary, flights and host family allocation. Our coordinator was extremely informative during the parents’ meeting – a pleasure to work with!
On location our Beelingual coordinator was very helpful and it was fantastic to have her support out there in case of problems.’
Redborne Upper School (Bedfordshire)
‘Communication has been very fluent. Our Beelingual coordinator has always been available and very helpful. Everything worked really well. The information was very clear and the materials so useful.’
Forest School (London)
‘The communication with the coordinator was really good (very responsive to emails). The materials provided were very detailed, they were also presented and organised very well (very helpful for getting information fast).
I felt supported throughout the whole process. The parents evening was very informative and well organized.’
Compton High School (London)
‘The support that I received was outstanding. Always very efficient and professional.
I had complete faith in our Beelingual coordinator and it made the planning of an overseas trip far less stressful. They always answered any communication quickly and fully.
Would highly recommend.’
Burton Borough School (Shropshire)
‘The service we received was impeccable!
Our Beelingual coordinator always phoned whenever I needed to speak to her and responded to emails very quickly, enabling our plans to progress quickly.
The materials provided were more than I’ve ever known a company to provide – individual packs for the children and parents, very detailed info, things you normally have to prepare yourself as a teacher, already done.’
Bexley Grammar School (Kent)
‘Fantastic organisation throughout and timely email contact. Itinerary and booklets and parent meeting absolutely perfect.’
Seaham High School (County
School Trips to Spain
Hear from schools about their experience planning and travelling with Beelingual. Read feedback and comments from teachers about our school trip programmes.
‘Overall, the trip was excellent and the level of service was excellent. We particularly liked the more personalised approach than that of a large company, the difference was palpable.
Well organised, good flexibility in dates and times.
The support with organisation and all documentation was fantastic and really made everything run smoothly on the visit.
We would recommend BeeLingual unreservedly. See you next year!’
Holland Park School (London)
‘Another very successful trip with Beelingual, everybody had loads of fun and enjoyed every minute of it!!
Communication was as always very efficient, information and materials very clear, details and informative.
It is a pleasure working with our coordinator. Thanks again for an unforgettable experience!’
Hinchingbrooke School (Cambridgeshire)
‘The planning carried out was excellent.
The programme was tailored to the needs of our students, our coordinator did not hesitate in making suggestions on how to improve our itinerary and their own knowledge of the local area ensured that all of the activities that we did were very worthwhile.
I am very grateful for the help and enthusiasm.’
Stonyhurst College (Lancashire)
‘Excellent!! I really enjoyed working with our Beelingual coordinator, always prompt in replying to emails and messages.
The materials, prospectus and travel brochures all were really professional and I was able to plan my itinerary as I had hoped!
All excellent, Beelingual have always been really efficient and a pleasure to deal with. ‘
Marlborough Science Academy (Hertfordshire)
‘Excellent communication as always. Our coordinator always endeavours to meet our requirements. Information given to us and parents was clear, detailed and useful.
Support was second to none: any issue which arose were dealt with efficiently.’
Carshalton Boys Sports College (London)
‘An excellent trip, both staff and students enjoyed and learned a lot too. Such a bonus as a teacher to know the itinerary is sorted and there are staff to guide and help you on the trip, many thanks!’
Preston School Yeovil (Somerset)
‘Our coordinator did a brilliant job to provide clear, regular and meaningful communication efficiently which made the organisation process much easier to manage for us.
Materials provided were engaging and easy to understand for all, teachers, parents and students.
The support offered throughout the organisation process as well as during the trip has been superb at all times.’
Woodside High School (London)
‘We had fantastic communication with our Beelingual coordinator, who had a very professional approach and was extremely flexible.
The information and materials provided were excellent. Even providing us with sun cream and organised a cake and candles for a student’s birthday – they really had thought of everything!
Excellent support in the UK and Spain – would definitely like to work with Beelingual again as the whole process very personal.
It was also fantastic to have an agent deliver the Parents’ Information evening – this was really well received! Thank you very much for everything!’
Ashville College
‘Beelingual gave us all the opportunities to design the itinerary as we wanted. Communication always easy, quick replies via email and great organisation and support.
We are very happy with the flights, the timing, the company and how easy it was to handle data, additional suitcases, etc.
The trip this year was really smooth and we wouldn’t change anything.’
Carshalton High School for Girls
‘The planning was made easy and straightforward; we have always organised everything with our Beelingual coordinator and it’s always a pleasure to work with them.
Very efficient and from the moment we give the dates, already making suggestions as to what would be the best to do, always quick to respond to queries we may come up with.’
The Compton School
‘The documentation provided by Beelingual was of extremely high, professional quality and excellent, containing all the information that teachers, students and parents needed.
E-mailing between myself and my coordinator was extremely detailed and they responded to all enquiries efficiently and comprehensively, also kindly ran the parents meeting prior to departure and had an excellent quality presentation and resources.
Throughout the planning process, nothing was too much trouble for the team and it was all excellent.’
Burton Borough School (Shropshire)
‘Excellent communication, organisation and support. Everything regarding the flights was clearly explained and went accordingly.
The printed and professional information was appreciated by parents and pupils, it was clear and easy to follow.
The presentation promoted the trip and reassured school’s staff, parents and students. Parents and teachers make very good comments about it.’
Bethany School (Kent)
‘Communication was excellent. We worked well together on all aspects of the planning including the itinerary, flights and host family allocation. Our coordinator was extremely informative during the parents’ meeting – a pleasure to work with!
On location our Beelingual coordinator was very helpful and it was fantastic to have her support out there in case of problems.’
Redborne Upper School (Bedfordshire)
‘Communication has been very fluent. Our Beelingual coordinator has always been available and very helpful. Everything worked really well. The information was very clear and the materials so useful.’
Forest School (London)
‘The communication with the coordinator was really good (very responsive to emails). The materials provided were very detailed, they were also presented and organised very well (very helpful for getting information fast).
I felt supported throughout the whole process. The parents evening was very informative and well organized.’
Compton High School (London)
‘The support that I received was outstanding. Always very efficient and professional.
I had complete faith in our Beelingual coordinator and it made the planning of an overseas trip far less stressful. They always answered any communication quickly and fully.
Would highly recommend.’
Burton Borough School (Shropshire)
‘The service we received was impeccable!
Our Beelingual coordinator always phoned whenever I needed to speak to her and responded to emails very quickly, enabling our plans to progress quickly.
The materials provided were more than I’ve ever known a company to provide – individual packs for the children and parents, very detailed info, things you normally have to prepare yourself as a teacher, already done.’
Bexley Grammar School (Kent)
‘Fantastic organisation throughout and timely email contact. Itinerary and booklets and parent meeting absolutely perfect.’
Seaham High School (County
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‘Excellent host families and the organised maps were fantastic. Having the native Spanish speakers as our guides was excellent and made a significant difference to the quality of the trip.
We particularly enjoyed the activities organised at the language school, the students loved dancing and cooking.
We would recommend BeeLingual unreservedly. See you next year!’
Marisa Pilling, trip leader (London)
‘I was very happy with the itinerary and programme as a whole. The feedback from students was great, they enjoyed the classes and were happy with their host families. Students enjoyed all the activities.
The guides were very good, Antonio was really good with both teachers and students. Pablo was great too and really bonded with the students.
As a whole it was a great trip. I would definitely do it again.’
Cristina Cabeza Redondo, trip leader (London)
‘The itinerary was perfect; activities were cultural and hugely enjoyable for all the pupils. Many had several favourites – the Picasso Museum, La Alhambra, the paella and flamenco evening – but they all LOVED visiting the local secondary school.’
Lucy Burden, trip leader (Bexley)
‘Itinerary programme was carefully planned and adapted. The lessons at the language school were very good.
Students said that the food was nice and host families were kind.
Tours planned were very good and interesting, everything ran on time.’
Rossy McGovern, trip leader (Kent)
‘Itinerary and programme worked well. Language school with good facilities and staff were friendly. Have good feedback from the kids about the lessons, very much enjoyed the salsa and paella.
Guides Javi and José were excellent, the students really liked them. They were very knowledgeable and approachable. It was very useful to have the Spanish mobiles to contact the other staff member whilst out in Spain.
Highlights – It was all fantastic, I can’t really pick anything out above the rest!’
Tricia Shaw, trip leader (Bedfordshire)
‘The itinerary was very interesting. The activities were also very good and the kids enjoyed them very much.
Special mention for the Flamenco teachers who couldn’t be better. The teacher explained everything in Spanish but so nicely and clearly that the kids had no problem at all following her explanations.
The activity in which the students had to go to the market and buy food for a recipe was really interesting.’
Pilar Cordon, trip leader (London)
‘The coordinator ensured that our itinerary was full of activities which were varied and educational.
Classes were planned and delivered in a fun and interesting way. Our students enjoyed all of the classes, even the grammar ones!
All of our students spent fantastic time with their families.
We were accompanied by the monitors during all of the activities who were very friendly and supportive. Overall, it has been a fantastic and enriching experience for students and teachers.’
Magdalena Bienka, trip leader (London)
Teacher Feedback Hotel Stay Programmes
‘Again, a thoroughly enjoyable programme, the highlight being the school visit where our students befriended students their own age and have been in regular contact with since!!
The hotel was again excellent in particular the cleanliness of the rooms, reception staff were really helpful and accommodating.
The activities and guides at the language school were all brilliant as always and thanks in particular to the staff for being so very helpful and kind at every turn.
Great restaurant again very friendly, gave lots of choice to cater for everyone’s taste.’
Mary Morrissey, trip leader (Hertfordshire)
‘It was a perfect combination of activities, mix of language, culture, visits, excursions and down time. The hotel staff were cheerful and helpful. The restaurant was equally friendly and flexible to our needs. The language school was excellent, lessons well pitched and relevant.
The flamenco workshops were excellent.
Highlight for the students was meeting the Spanish students.’
Jonathan Peace, trip leader (Somerset)
‘I cannot praise the itinerary and programme for the trip enough. Every single element was wonderful.
Highlights included the trip to Granada and the excellent guide which we had, who was able to pass on his extensive knowledge of the area to our students. The trip to Malaga was culturally enriching and exciting for our students.
The flamenco show at the end of the trip was a very special experience for our students and they are still talking about it now one month on!’
Suzanne McCavana, trip leader (Lancashire)
‘The itinerary was excellent: varied and busy, but with some time to relax. I particularly liked interaction with Spanish students, enjoyable, our students gained a lot.
The language school efficient and accommodating as always: staff engaged, approachable and encouraging.
The Flamenco show was fantastic, (students) particularly enjoy the cave and really focussed when Guillermo explained facts.
Restaurant was the best yet: the staff were friendly, accommodating and the food was a good quality.
The hotel was excellent too – the staff encouraged the boys to speak Spanish and were patient with this.
Overall, this has been my favourite trip: the itinerary was perfect and the boys had a wonderful time. Thank you!’
Liza Thomas, trip leader (London)
‘The hotel accommodation was excellent and the hours at the language school and flamenco workshop were a particular highlight of the trip.
Our guide Angel was provided for all excursions who was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. All itinerary went to plan and the trip ran like clockwork.
All in all, an excellent trip which has given our students a fantastic insight into Spanish culture and given them lots of opportunities to develop their language skills in an authentic setting.’
Naomi Proffitt, trip leader (Shropshire)
‘Great range of activities on the itinerary. Language school was great for all abilities. All staff were incredible, friendly, enthusiastic and very supportive. Hotel was ideal setting, breakfast was excellent.’
Joanne Pyke, trip leader (County Durham)
‘All students spoke of their confidence and developed language use and the hotel was excellent in encouraging students to speak. Restaurant nearby with excellent staff.
Excellent excursions to Malaga and Ronda including visits to see processions in Malaga and the Plaza de Toros in Ronda. Fantastic guide Angel gave clear explanations to students.
Excellent Flamenco show and workshops.
Hotel very clean and staff extremely accommodating and very helpful.’
Stephanie Downs, trip leader (Harrogate)
‘Itinerary and programme varied and flexible, I liked the mini exchange with local school. Language school very professional and helpful.
Hotel superb!! Very impressed with the level of care and attention to meals especially to coeliac and nut/dray allergies. Activities very nice kids loved them.
Guides great, managed to establish a good rapport with kids very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Highlights agreed by students was the games in the beach and the flamenco show and workshops.
Thanks again for an unforgettable experience.’
Gema Melchor Bailey, trip leader (Cambridgeshire)
‘The language school, as always, were very helpful. Students really enjoyed their lessons and activities, staff were very helpful, diligent and students like them very much.
The restaurant was an excellent choice, they were very good with our students. Very friendly and always eager to adapt their menu, the quality and variety of the food was excellent.
All activities worked really well, but the best (student) feedback I got was our day spent in the language school, on the beach with games, activities and in the sea.
Everything was very local: hotel/beach/restaurant/school.’
José Castro, trip leader (London)
‘The whole trip went really well from start to finish and the pupils loved it. The restaurant was extremely open to suggestions and catered for various needs. There was rarely any food left on plates! Staff at the hotel were great with teenage groups and extremely friendly and helpful.
The students enjoyed the language school, especially the Flamenco show. Trips were appropriate, informative and well planned.’
Julie Morgan, trip leader (Shropshire)
‘Organisation meticulous, fantastic itinerary suited well to needs of students. Language school outstanding staff very attentive and professional. Hotel fit for purpose, clean and welcoming. Close to restaurant and school.
Restaurant offered wonderful variety of food – very accommodating to dietary requirements. Owner so friendly and welcoming.
Highlight of the activities was the Flamenco workshops.’
Liz Sturges, trip leader (Shropshire)
Teacher Feedback Hotel Stay Programmes
‘Again, a thoroughly enjoyable programme, the highlight being the school visit where our students befriended students their own age and have been in regular contact with since!!
The hotel was again excellent in particular the cleanliness of the rooms, reception staff were really helpful and accommodating.
The activities and guides at the language school were all brilliant as always and thanks in particular to the staff for being so very helpful and kind at every turn.
Great restaurant again very friendly, gave lots of choice to cater for everyone’s taste.’
Mary Morrissey, trip leader (Hertfordshire)
‘It was a perfect combination of activities, mix of language, culture, visits, excursions and down time. The hotel staff were cheerful and helpful. The restaurant was equally friendly and flexible to our needs. The language school was excellent, lessons well pitched and relevant.
The flamenco workshops were excellent.
Highlight for the students was meeting the Spanish students.’
Jonathan Peace, trip leader (Somerset)
‘I cannot praise the itinerary and programme for the trip enough. Every single element was wonderful.
Highlights included the trip to Granada and the excellent guide which we had, who was able to pass on his extensive knowledge of the area to our students. The trip to Malaga was culturally enriching and exciting for our students.
The flamenco show at the end of the trip was a very special experience for our students and they are still talking about it now one month on!’
Suzanne McCavana, trip leader (Lancashire)
‘The itinerary was excellent: varied and busy, but with some time to relax. I particularly liked interaction with Spanish students, enjoyable, our students gained a lot.
The language school efficient and accommodating as always: staff engaged, approachable and encouraging.
The Flamenco show was fantastic, (students) particularly enjoy the cave and really focussed when Guillermo explained facts.
Restaurant was the best yet: the staff were friendly, accommodating and the food was a good quality.
The hotel was excellent too – the staff encouraged the boys to speak Spanish and were patient with this.
Overall, this has been my favourite trip: the itinerary was perfect and the boys had a wonderful time. Thank you!’
Liza Thomas, trip leader (London)
‘The hotel accommodation was excellent and the hours at the language school and flamenco workshop were a particular highlight of the trip.
Our guide Angel was provided for all excursions who was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. All itinerary went to plan and the trip ran like clockwork.
All in all, an excellent trip which has given our students a fantastic insight into Spanish culture and given them lots of opportunities to develop their language skills in an authentic setting.’
Naomi Proffitt, trip leader (Shropshire)
‘Great range of activities on the itinerary. Language school was great for all abilities. All staff were incredible, friendly, enthusiastic and very supportive. Hotel was ideal setting, breakfast was excellent.’
Joanne Pyke, trip leader (County Durham)
‘All students spoke of their confidence and developed language use and the hotel was excellent in encouraging students to speak. Restaurant nearby with excellent staff.
Excellent excursions to Malaga and Ronda including visits to see processions in Malaga and the Plaza de Toros in Ronda. Fantastic guide Angel gave clear explanations to students.
Excellent Flamenco show and workshops.
Hotel very clean and staff extremely accommodating and very helpful.’
Stephanie Downs, trip leader (Harrogate)
‘Itinerary and programme varied and flexible, I liked the mini exchange with local school. Language school very professional and helpful.
Hotel superb!! Very impressed with the level of care and attention to meals especially to coeliac and nut/dray allergies. Activities very nice kids loved them.
Guides great, managed to establish a good rapport with kids very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Highlights agreed by students was the games in the beach and the flamenco show and workshops.
Thanks again for an unforgettable experience.’
Gema Melchor Bailey, trip leader (Cambridgeshire)
‘The language school, as always, were very helpful. Students really enjoyed their lessons and activities, staff were very helpful, diligent and students like them very much.
The restaurant was an excellent choice, they were very good with our students. Very friendly and always eager to adapt their menu, the quality and variety of the food was excellent.
All activities worked really well, but the best (student) feedback I got was our day spent in the language school, on the beach with games, activities and in the sea.
Everything was very local: hotel/beach/restaurant/school.’
José Castro, trip leader (London)
‘The whole trip went really well from start to finish and the pupils loved it. The restaurant was extremely open to suggestions and catered for various needs. There was rarely any food left on plates! Staff at the hotel were great with teenage groups and extremely friendly and helpful.
The students enjoyed the language school, especially the Flamenco show. Trips were appropriate, informative and well planned.’
Julie Morgan, trip leader (Shropshire)
‘Organisation meticulous, fantastic itinerary suited well to needs of students. Language school outstanding staff very attentive and professional. Hotel fit for purpose, clean and welcoming. Close to restaurant and school.
Restaurant offered wonderful variety of food – very accommodating to dietary requirements. Owner so friendly and welcoming.
Highlight of the activities was the Flamenco workshops.’
Liz Sturges, trip leader (Shropshire)
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