International Language

What International Language does

International Language, trading as BCN Learning Hub and legally registered as COTAMAIS 2005, S.L., is a Barcelona-based private educational services company operating two physical classroom locations in the Horta/El Coll/La Teixonera and Llobregos neighborhoods. The company runs a multi-product Learning Hub anchored on language instruction (English, French, German, Catalan, and Spanish) for learners aged 3 through adult, using a proprietary pedagogy ("IL Method") that combines Flipped Classroom, Natural Approach, Multiple Intelligences, Fluency 4-Skills, and Project-Based Learning. Technology education is delivered through an Algorithmics master-franchise partnership covering programming in C++, Python, and Unity, and through a proprietary "International-Science" robotics and coding program taught entirely in English to children aged 6-14, supported by tutorial and academic-reinforcement services including support for dyslexia and ADHD.

The business operates across three distinct channels: (1) direct-to-consumer enrollment at its two Barcelona schools, where monthly tuition ranges from €62-79 for infants to €87-105 for secondary students, with bundle discounts for combined Algorithmics + English courses; (2) a channel/reseller model delivering extracurricular English and French programs onsite at partner schools through AFA/AMPA parent associations; and (3) corporate language and digital-skills training in Barcelona-area businesses, fully managed through Spanish government FUNDAE training credits. Auxiliary revenue streams include summer camps (urban, residential immersion, and Ludoteca formats priced €99-500/week), an international study-abroad program placing students in UK, Ireland, USA, and Canada for academic terms or full years, and Cambridge B2/C1 exam preparation (€599 for a 4-month intensive course). Pricing is subscription-recurring for term courses and one-time/per-unit for camps, exams, and travel. The company is officially recognized as a preparation center for Cambridge Assessment English, Trinity College London, and DELF, and is listed as a collaborator with Ajuntament de Barcelona, Generalitat de Catalunya, FUNDAE, and Exàmens Catalunya.

Name

International Language

Legal name

COTAMAIS 2005, S.L.

Website

https://internationallanguage.es

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

International Language is a Barcelona-based private language and STEM education hub operating two schools for children, youth, and adults, with supplemental corporate FUNDAE training, school extracurricular programs, summer camps, and study-abroad placements.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Language Education Services

NAICS

Language Schools (611630), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

General Language Schools & Institutes (EDAMAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Foreign Language Subject Tutoring (School Coursework) (EDANAAAF), Online-to-Offline Hybrid Language Immersion Programs (EDAIAEAK), Language School Placement Agencies & Aggregators (EDAIAEAM)

Keywords

• Language instruction services
• Programming education courses
• Summer camp programs
• Corporate language training
• Study abroad programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Language Course Tuition: Monthly tuition fees for language courses (English, French, German, Spanish, Catalan) collected via direct debit (recibo domiciliado). Students commit to courses for contracted periods with monthly payments from September to June/July.
2. Technology Courses (Algorithmics): Monthly fees for programming and robotics courses taught in English, including coding, robotics, and AI fundamentals for children and young adults.
3. International Travel Programs: Revenue from organizing study abroad programs including summer trips to UK, academic year programs in Ireland, UK, USA, and Canada. Includes stays with host families, school enrollment, and complete trip management.
4. Summer Camps: Revenue from urban day camps (110€ per week), immersion residential camps in Catalonia (500€ per week), and ludoteca/playroom programs (99€ per week) during summer break.
5. Corporate Training (FUNDAE): Customized business language and skills training for companies, fully funded through FUNDAE training credits. Company manages all FUNDAE paperwork and bonification processing for enterprise clients.
6. Exam Preparation Courses: Intensive Cambridge exam preparation courses (599€ for 4-month course) including materials, platform access, and tutoring. Also summer intensive courses (249€ for 3 weeks).
7. School Extracurricular Programs: After-school language programs delivered directly at partner schools (AFAs/AMPAs). Monthly fees for English and French courses for children aged 3-16.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

International Language operates an educational hub in Barcelona delivering language courses (English, French, German, Catalan, Spanish) for ages 3 through adult, integrated with programming and robotics courses (Algorithmics/International Science). The company also runs summer camps, immersion programs, study abroad placements to UK, Ireland, USA, and Canada, after-school programs at partner schools, and FUNDAE-subsidized corporate language and digital-skills training.

Product overview

International Language operates as a Learning Hub combining three core educational areas: languages, academic support, and technology education. The product portfolio centers on language instruction (English, French, German, Catalan, Spanish) across all ages with various formats including group classes, private lessons, and exam preparation (Cambridge, DELF). Technology education is delivered through Algorithmics programming courses (C++, Python, Unity) and International Science robotics/coding for children. The company also offers summer programs (urban camps, immersion camps, ludoteca), international study abroad programs in Ireland, UK, USA, and Canada, corporate training with FUNDAE administration, and after-school programs for partner schools. Exam preparation includes Cambridge B2/C1 training and fluency programs like IL SPEAKS, with academic tutoring and private class options available as add-ons to the core language offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Language Courses (English, French, German, Catalan, Spanish) Group and private language instruction across English, French, German, Catalan, and Spanish for children, teenagers, and adults at two Barcelona school locations.
• International Science - Robotics and Coding STEM-focused course teaching robotics and coding entirely in English for children aged 6-14, emphasizing teamwork, problem-solving, and digital skills.
• Algorithmics Programming Courses Programming courses covering C++, Python, and Unity, offered under the international Algorithmics brand and combined with language instruction.
• Study Abroad Programs Academic immersion programs enabling students to study in Ireland, UK, USA, and Canada for trimesters, semesters, or full academic years with host family or residence options.
• Urban Summer Camp Day camp in Barcelona for children aged 6-14 running Monday to Friday 09:00-14:00 at €110 per week, featuring games and activities.
• English Summer Immersion Camp Residential immersion camp in Catalonia for ages 7-16, providing 100% English/German environment with adventure activities, excursions, and evening entertainment at €500 per week.
• Ludoteca Summer Program Summer recreational program for children aged 6-12 in Barcelona, Monday to Friday 09:00-13:00 at €99 per week during late June through July.
• Corporate Language and Skills Training (FUNDAE) Customized business language, AI, digital competencies, and professional communication training for companies, with complete FUNDAE paperwork and bonification administration handled by International Language.
• Cambridge Exam Preparation Course Intensive 4-month Cambridge B2/C1 exam preparation combining 3 hours weekly of in-person classes with alternating weekly online tutoring sessions and access to exam platform.
• Extracurricular Programs for Schools (AMPA/AFA) After-school English and French programs delivered directly at partner schools and parent associations (AMPAs/AFAs) for children aged 3-16 with native or certified teachers.
• Tutoring and Academic Reinforcement Individualized or small-group academic support for students aged 5-18 covering specific subject reinforcement, study methods, and exam preparation, including support for dyslexia and ADHD.

Quantifiable outcome

• B2-C1 Cambridge certification preparation targeting official language competency levels for university and employment

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AlgorithmicscoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational franchise partner offering programming and robotics education (C++, Python, Unity) under the Algorithmics brand. Algorithmics operates in over 90 countries globally. International Language is the Algorithmics Horta-Gracia center in Barcelona, offering coding courses entirely in English for children aged 6-14.
• Cambridge Assessment EnglishcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial certification collaborator for Cambridge English exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced). The school prepares students for Cambridge exams and is an authorized preparation center.
• Trinity College LondoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial certification collaborator for Trinity music and language exams. Listed as official collaborator on the school website.
• DELF (Diplôme d'études en langue française)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial French language certification preparation. Students can prepare for DELF exams for official French language certification.
• FUNDAE (Fundación Estatal para la Formación en el Empleo)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish government training foundation that manages training credits for companies. International Language is an authorized training provider that manages the complete FUNDAE bonification process for corporate clients, handling all paperwork and communications with FUNDAE.
• Ajuntament de BarcelonaminorOthersBarcelona municipal government. Listed as official collaborator on the school website.
• Generalitat de CatalunyaminorOthersCatalan regional government. Listed as official collaborator on the school website.
• Exàmens CatalunyaminorOthersCatalan exam board for official language certifications. Listed as official collaborator on the school website.
• Schools and AMPA/AFA AssociationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBarcelona area schools and parent associations (AMPAs/AFAs) that contract International Language to deliver language programs at their facilities. Teachers travel to schools to teach English and French extracurricular courses.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Wall Street English: Global English-language school chain with a presence in Spain. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering adult English instruction with a hybrid online/in-center methodology, competing for the same adult-language segment in Barcelona.
• EF Education First: Global education company offering language courses and study abroad programs. Comparable on the study abroad product (UK, Ireland, USA, Canada programs) and on the language-school customer segments International Language targets.
• Babbel: Subscription-based online language learning platform with strong European user base. Comparable as a competitor for adult-learner attention and corporate language training budgets, especially for self-directed learners in Barcelona.
• Duolingo: Largest free/consumer language learning app globally. Comparable as a substitute for casual adult learners and a pricing-pressure benchmark for entry-level language acquisition, though lacking the in-person and certified exam-prep positioning.
• Berlitz: Global language training company with immersive methodology and corporate programs in Spain. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering multi-language instruction across children, adults, and corporate clients with certified curriculum.

Emerging players

• Algorithmics: International programming education franchise operating in 90+ countries. International Language is its Barcelona (Horta-Gracia) center partner, offering C++, Python, and Unity courses to children. Comparable as the STEM-content partner whose curriculum underpins the differentiated 'Learning Hub' model.

Direct peers

• British Council Barcelona: British Council operates English language teaching and Cambridge exam preparation centers in Barcelona. It is a direct competitor for the same customer base (children, adults, exam-prep students) with overlapping Cambridge B2/C1 certification offerings.
• Linguarama: European corporate language training specialist offering customized business English and multilingual programs for companies. Directly comparable to International Language's FUNDAE-funded corporate training value proposition and B2B go-to-market.
• International House Barcelona: International House is a global language school network with a Barcelona center teaching English, Spanish, French, German, and Catalan to children, teens, and adults. Directly comparable on multi-language group/private courses and exam preparation.

Regional players

• Vaughan Systems: Spain-based English language school with both physical centers and online offerings, targeting working professionals. Comparable business model (subscription courses, in-person + online blend) and overlapping Spanish-market focus, though primarily adult-focused rather than children.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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