Testimonials

This is what they say about us

At Chester College International School in Santiago de Compostela, we believe the best way to understand who we are and what we do is through the voices of our students, parents, and alumni. Their testimonials, from our day and boarding academic year programs, language stays, and summer camps, reflect stories of personal growth and academic progress— achievements we are very proud of!



I had an absolutely amazing time this year as a Chester summer camp resident! I have improved my Spanish so much in engaging classes and have made really close friends of all ages and backgrounds through fun sports activities and trips. I have specially loved being a resident as this has allowed me to have lots of fun in the evenings as well with my room mates. I can't wait to return to Chester next year!
Pascale Connors
Thank you very much for every care and hospitality you showered on me during my stay in your school which left deep impressions on me. Santiago has beautiful scenery and a clean and tidy environment. Although a small city, it enjoys rich cultural heritage. With the guidance of my teachers in your school, I gradually learnt the Galician culture and the unique features of Spain. I loved my teachers who cared so much about me. Among the activities the school organised, the abundant sports activities fascinated me. Moreover, I’m very grateful to the school for finding me a very friendly host family. They always asked me what I needed. If I have time, I will definitely come to the summer camp the next year! Thanks for taking care of me for so many days!
Amy Mi, China
Our daughter (14) really loved her 2 weeks at Chester Spanish camp and is keen to return - maybe for longer- next year. Great activities and teaching and really fun. Well organised too. We are huge fans.
Jess Connors, mother of Pascale, UK.
I have never doubted that my child would be in very good hands at Chester College. I know the school, I know people who work there. There is no lack of experience, attention and care. Everything is very well organized. And children are very well taken care of. I recommend Chester College's Summer Camps!
Sophia Shilakadze, mother of Helena, Portugal.
A wonderful camp with just the right balance of learning and fun. All staff were fantastic making it a lovely convivial atmosphere.
Rachel Firth, mother of Joshua, Ireland.
We absolutely loved Chester International Summer Camp for Spanish. Our two American children made friends from Spain, Ireland, Portugal, France, and England and learned from the best Spanish teacher they have ever had (and they've had many)!
Rachel Burk, mother of Ada and Veronica, United States.
Excellent camp where the children are treated wonderfully. This is our daughter's 2nd summer attending Chester's MINI Camp and we are very satisfied. Fun and learning, hand in hand, plus healthy menus at lunchtime. Our daughter has been happy from day one and already wants to return next year. We will repeat for sure and so will her baby brother.  
Arantza Hernández, mother of Chloé
My daughter has had the most wonderful time whilst she learnt English. She'll definitely be back next year!
Ana López, mother of Carmen
It was my son's first boarding experience at Chester College's Summer Camps and it was just amazing. Every day he came in happy and excitedly told us about his day at Chester over the phone. There is no better way to learn (whatever it is) than when you having a good time. The staff is wonderful, very attentive and caring towards the children at all times. We will repeat and recommend it 100%. On a scale of 1 to 10, our Chester-Experience gets an 11.  
María Terzado, mother of Telmo
As a mother, witnessing the goodbyes at the end of the Camp, all the emotions shared by our daughters and sons are proof of how welcome, warm and tight-knit the community is. The friendship that are formed during camp time are unique, and forever-like. Every year they make progress, they have fun... they keep wanting to come back, summer after summer! The most important testimonials are their own. Their team experiences every summer educate them and shape them in every possible way.
Patricia R. M., mother of Iago, Udane & Noah
It's been a good experience: they learn whilst they have fun!
Sonia Torreiro
Our son has enjoyed Chester's English Summer Camp yet one more year! A month full of learning experiences, companionship, memories and unforgettable values. He has had such a good time that he will return next summer I highly recommend it.
Adela García Aracil, mother of Ximo
For us, as parents, it has been a great experience overall. Our children were very happily engaged in their English classes and all of the activities; these were very comprehensive and well organized. I though the Sports program and the excursions were excellent and appropriate for their respective ages. The parents are kept informed of everything at all times. This has been our first year sending our children to Chester college, but without any doubt, next year we will repeat the experience.  
Lucía Vila
Our children learn English, how to work as a team and establish friendships at Chester that surprise us parents. The general tears at the farewell each year convince us that next summer we will sign them up again.
Julio César Calvo
Chester College's English Summer Camp in Santiago is an excellent program in which our children enjoy learning English in a fun way, within a wonderful natural environment. In addition, my kids really enjoyed the excursions, the talent show, the musicals and they make great friendships. They ask us to come back every year, so we will be back again next summer!  
Rosa Isusi (Valencia, Spain)
My daughter had never been to a camp before and she was excited, but a little scared, she felt at home from the first day, She has made great friends, improved her English and enjoyed the outdoor activities and the preparation of the musical at the end of the camp. The first thing she said to us at the end of the program was: “I want to come back next year!”. Everything is perfectly organised, controlled and attended by competent staff who care about the children.
Juan Calvo-Sotelo
An unforgettable experience in which they enjoy themselves to the fullest and become responsible and acquire a good level of English.
María Varela, mother of Chema D.
My eldest son has been attending Chester for the past 8 years and my youngest the past 2 years. They have both enjoyed every year and have made friendships that will hopefully last a lifetime. Sending my children abroad for a four week period was quiet daunting at first, but seeing how excited they both are to return each year has solidified my decision to let them go. Their confidence in the Spanish language and themselves has excelled each year. This is all due to the amazing teachers, admin and directors of Chester who make each year a memorable experience!
Kelly Ryan, mother of Tadgh and Conor R. Dublin, Ireland.
The day camp was an excellent experience for our teenagers. They got to experience the language inside and outside the classroom and we're able to go on some fantastic day trips to really immerse themselves in the Spanish culture, while having fun.
Katrina Carter, mother of Ruth and Dom C. Melbourne, Australia.
Our daughter was very happy during her Camp and very much enjoyed all the activities.
Carlos Forján, father of Diana F.
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