About Mundo Antiguo

Mundo Antiguo Spanish School

Carina Berrio and Koen Schilting are the owners and directors of Mundo Antiguo Spanish School. They are a guarantee for experience in language education. Besides that, they know everything about Cusco and the Peruvian culture. They have an independent and result driven vision and an eye for special attention and for details. Personal attention is their key focus in Mundo Antiguo Spanish school. One of their goals is for you to feel at home in their language school in Cusco. Another important goal is to provide you a great learning experience and have great fun while doing it!

Before directing Mundo Antiguo, Carina has had eight years of experience as a Spanish teacher at different Spanish schools in Peru. Carina obtained her Master in Education in the university of Cusco, she is a real specialist in the educational field! So of course she is responsible for the courses and the programs in our Spanish school, as we want to give you the best quality courses available.

Koen is Dutch, but for many years living in Cusco. He has a lot of experience in the tourism industry in Cusco. He knows exactly what kind of service and quality you expect when you are abroad!

We invite you warmly to come to Cusco, Peru. We are sure that it will be a very special experience for you.

Our objectives

1. To be the best Spanish language school in Peru
2. To provide you a fun and unique learning experience
3. Quality, quality, quality…!

Our means

• Carina and Koen: involved professionals who after years of practical experience have started the project of their life. They want to raise service and customer directed thinking in Cusco to a different level.
• We have a highly experienced group of teachers, 100% native Spanish speakers. We offer them frequent training and schooling to ensure the teaching methods are of the highest standard.
• We’re located in a colonial building in the heart of Cusco’s city center, between the main square and the San Blas square. The building itself it more than 300 years old and has been recently renovated.

Our Vision

It is not our goal to teach Spanish; it is our goal to teach YOU Spanish.

Google reviews

 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Armance Sherman 
 
2024-09-26
 
 
  
 
I would absolutely recommend Mundo Antiguo to anyone and everyone!! I had an amazing experience there. All the teachers are so skilled and friendly. My Spanish improved sooo much in just 3 weeks of classes! I liked that I got to try out different teachers, the group classes were really small, and there were many fun games/activities that made the classes more engaging. I also did a Homestay and really enjoyed my experience with that as well. The family was so kind and welcoming, made me delicious meals, and helped me practice my Spanish. All of the after school activities are really fun and a nice way to make friends with other students at the school. Overall, I think Mundo Antiguo is a really well organized Spanish school with teachers and administration staff who really care.
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Szentesi Bettina 
 
2024-09-23
 
 
  
 
Very good experience! I can only recommend. The location is in a good spot, teachers are great and young, nice programs every week. Everybody is kind and helpful.
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 morg-A-tron 
 
2024-09-15
 
 
  
 
There are a few language schools in Cusco to choose from but some intuition made my partner and I sign up with Mundo Antiguo and we are so glad we did! The school is deliberately small and all teachers and staff are extremely personable. Within the first 15 minutes you immediately feel part of a family, every evening there are organised events to practice your Spanish and learn about local culture. The teachers are incredible, the perfect balance of a formal syllabus and knowing how to adapt content to what students want/need. Initially I thought four hours a day would feel intense but the hours flew by!! Even with jet leg you could hardly believe the day was over. Most importantly, I was absolutely amazed at how quickly we progressed in our speaking and understanding. Not just day by day but literally, by the hour. We had initially signed up for a week of classes just to get us started but if we had more time I would have easily stayed for 2-3 weeks because the progress is that good. Highly recommended.
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 joey chan 
 
2024-09-12
 
 
  
 
Best Spanish school ever! I walked in and was greeted with smiles and flexibility to choose my classes. The teachers are lovely and patient. Group classes are small in size, so you definitely get a chance to practice conversations. And the events every night gives people plenty of opportunities to connect. My favourite is language exchange and karaoke every Wednesday nights with the locals. 🥰
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Michelle Perez 
 
2024-09-12
 
 
  
 
I recently spent seven weeks at Mundo Antiguo Spanish School, and I can't recommend it highly enough! The warm, welcoming atmosphere made it feel like a second home. I was thoroughly engaged with the curriculum, and the teachers—Sandra, Joan, Jaqui, Vanessa, and Miguel—along with the entire staff, were exceptional.

The school also excelled in organizing activities that fostered a strong sense of community, and I made friendships that I’m sure will last. I wholeheartedly recommend Mundo Antiguo for anyone seeking a top-notch education. I'm truly grateful for my experience and look forward to returning in the future!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 dagmar veldman 
 
2024-09-05
 
 
  
 
I took a two-week Spanish course, and it was the best experience to start my trip in Peru like this! You get different teachers each week so you get the opportunity to practice  your Spanish in different ways what made it good and fun! Also I felt very welcomed by every other person that worked in the school. After the school there are activities to do with the other students what made the experience even better. I really recommend this place if you wanna learn Spanish in a fun , social and easy way!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 H. Jonen 
 
2024-08-29
 
 
  
 
I took Spanish classes here for 3 weeks, and the experience was fantastic! The teachers were amazing, and the small group sizes (maximum of 4 students per teacher) made learning very effective. I came in with almost no Spanish knowledge, just a bit from Duolingo, but after 3 weeks, I was able to have conversations, work with kids, and navigate daily life in Cusco with confidence. The support from the staff was incredible—no matter the situation, they were always there to help with any problem or question.

In the afternoons, the school offers various activities like salsa classes, language exchange, restaurant outings, fruit tasting, and more. These activities are always fun and provide a great opportunity to get to know the other students and immerse yourself in the local culture. Highly recommend this school if you want to learn Spanish in a welcoming and supportive environment!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Chloe Pankau 
 
2024-08-27
 
 
  
 
I recently took a two-week Spanish course, and it was a fantastic experience. My teacher, Juan Carlos, was outstanding, adapting his teaching methods to match my learning style, which made the lessons engaging and effective. I also enjoyed the fun after-school activities, which were a great way to practice Spanish and connect with others. I highly recommend this school for anyone looking for a personalized and immersive learning experience. Thank you, Juan Carlos, and the team for a wonderful time!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Zoe Snedeker-Short 
 
2024-08-25
 
 
  
 
Mundo Antiguo is excellent! I traveled to Cusco with my cousins for a month so they could experience Peru and do an immersion experience. They are 16 and 18; I accompanied them because it is typically an adult program but with me there the 16-year-old was fine to join in the activities as she’s already very mature. They stayed with a host family and I stayed in an apartment nearby. We chose Mundo Antiguo based on the whole package: housing, meals, weekday classes, weekday activities, and weekend tours.

The whole team was fabulous. Melisa helped us with all of the questions we had leading up to the program. We were offered a variety of families to choose from based on our needs, and we chose La Familia Milagros—could not have been better. Milagros, the host mom, is incredibly kind and an excellent cook. Plus they have a dog! The student apartment she has is perfect, a dorm/apartment like setup and my cousins got to meet other people studying from all over the world.

Once we arrived, the team at Mundo were super helpful. I communicated with Niels and José who are both super nice; Ninoska the social coordinator who is super fun and organized; Rolf and Wanessa who took care of all the tours for us and were very communicative as needed even when we had questions on a tour. The girls also raved about their teachers, especially Gladys. They enjoyed the field trips that the school took periodically throughout the month, including activities like going to the zoo and practicing Spanish in real time.

Their level of Spanish vastly improved over the month they were there. At home, they spoke Spanish around the table at every meal. After a couple of weeks, they remarked how they barely even noticed that they were speaking and listening to Spanish for hours every day, it became so normal to them. Activities in the evening like salsa classes and language exchanges brought a lot of life to the experience and the tours on the weekend were well coordinated and beautiful.

Overall, it is a great experience and a great value. Go Mundo Antiguo!!! Muchísimas gracias por todo amigos!!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
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 Armance S 
 
2024-09-26
 
 
  
 
10/10 would recommend
I would absolutely recommend Mundo Antiguo to anyone and everyone!! I had an amazing experience there. All the teachers are so skilled and friendly. My Spanish improved sooo much in just 3 weeks of classes! I liked that I got to try out different teachers, the group classes were really small, and there were many fun games/activities that made the classes more engaging. I also did a Homestay and really enjoyed my experience with that as well. The family was so kind and welcoming, made me delicious meals, and helped me practice my Spanish. All of the after school activities are really fun and a nice way to make friends with other students. Overall, I think Mundo Antiguo is a really well organized Spanish school with teachers and administration staff who really care.
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Joachim M 
 
2024-09-23
 
 
  
 
10/10
Great teachers, good method for fast learning, very fun daily activities, a kind and very helpful school-doctor. Amazing time here!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Szentesi B 
 
2024-09-23
 
 
  
 
Best spanish school
Very good teachers, nice programs, and so much fun! The location is also great. I highly recommend this spanish school.
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 urban_explorer_81 
 
2024-09-15
 
 
  
 
Never expected to progress so quickly!
There are a few language schools in Cusco to chose from but some intuition made my partner and I sign up with Mundo Antiguo and we are so glad we did! The school is deliberately small and all teachers and staff are extremely personable. Within the first 15 minutes you immediately feel part of a family, every evening there are organised events to practice your Spanish and learn about local culture. The teachers are incredible, the perfect balance of a formal syllabus and knowing how to adapt content to what students want/need. Inititally I thought four hours a day would feel intense but the hours flew by!! Even with jet leg you could hardly believe the day was over. Most importantly, I was absolutely amazed at how quickly we progressed in our speaking and understanding. Not just day by day but literally, by the hour. We had initially signed up for a week of classes just to get us started but if we had more time I would have easily stayed for 2-3 weeks because the progress is that good. Highly recommended.
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Janelle 
 
2024-09-05
 
 
  
 
Fantastic Spanish Language School!
We took a 3 week Spanish course here, and I don't regret it for a second! Teachers were fantastic, and the school does a great job of creating a community between teachers and between the students. There are activities to do in the evenings that help you learn about Peruvian culture, cuisine, and also foster a feeling of belonging, something I wasn't expecting. The home stay was amazing. Thanks so much to Yake, Roy, Meli, Ninoska, and our amazing home stay hosts and all the rest of the school, it was a once in a lifetime experience!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Journey40980679165 
 
2024-08-29
 
 
  
 
Incredible Learning Experience with Cultural Immersion
I took Spanish classes here for 3 weeks, and the experience was fantastic! The teachers were amazing, and the small group sizes (maximum of 4 students per teacher) made learning very effective. I came in with almost no Spanish knowledge, just a bit from Duolingo, but after 3 weeks, I was able to have conversations, work with kids, and navigate daily life in Cusco with confidence. The support from the staff was incredible—no matter the situation, they were always there to help with any problem or question. In the afternoons, the school offers various activities like salsa classes, language exchange, restaurant outings, fruit tasting, and more. These activities are always fun and provide a great opportunity to get to know the other students and immerse yourself in the local culture. Highly recommend this school if you want to learn Spanish in a welcoming and supportive environment!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Chloe p 
 
2024-08-27
 
 
  
 
5⭐️
I recently took a two-week Spanish course, and it was a fantastic experience. My teacher, Juan Carlos, was outstanding, adapting his teaching methods to match my learning style, which made the lessons engaging and effective. I also enjoyed the fun after-school activities, which were a great way to practice Spanish and connect with others. I highly recommend this school for anyone looking for a personalized and immersive learning experience. Thank you, Juan Carlos, and the team for a wonderful time!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Zoe S 
 
2024-08-25
 
 
  
 
Mundo Antiguo: An Excellent Choice!!
Mundo Antiguo is excellent! I traveled to Cusco with my cousins for a month so they could experience Peru and do an immersion experience. They are 16 and 18; I accompanied them because it is typically an adult program but with me there the 16-year-old was fine to join in the activities as she’s already very mature. They stayed with a host family and I stayed in an apartment nearby. We chose Mundo Antiguo based on the whole package: housing, meals, weekday classes, weekday activities, and weekend tours. The whole team was fabulous. Melisa helped us with all of the questions we had leading up to the program. We were offered a variety of families to choose from based on our needs, and we chose La Familia Milagros—could not have been better. Milagros, the host mom, is incredibly kind and an excellent cook. Plus they have a dog! The student apartment she has is perfect, a dorm/apartment like setup and my cousins got to meet other people studying from all over the world. Once we arrived, the team at Mundo were super helpful. I communicated with Niels and José who are both super nice; Ninoska the social coordinator who is super fun and organized; Rolf and Wanessa who took care of all the tours for us and were very communicative as needed even when we had questions on a tour. The girls also raved about their teachers, especially Gladys. They enjoyed the field trips that the school took periodically throughout the month, including activities like going to the zoo and practicing Spanish in real time. Their level of Spanish vastly improved over the month they were there. At home, they spoke Spanish around the table at every meal. After a couple of weeks, they remarked how they barely even noticed that they were speaking and listening to Spanish for hours every day, it became so normal to them. Activities in the evening like salsa classes and language exchanges brought a lot of life to the experience and the tours on the weekend were well coordinated and beautiful. Overall, it is a great experience and a great value. Go Mundo Antiguo!!! Muchísimas gracias por todo amigos!!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Adaira O 
 
2024-08-22
 
 
  
 
Best Summer Ever…at an AMAZING price!!!!
My trip to Peru was absolutely AMAZING and it was all thanks to Mundo Antiguo. They took great care and attention of our home stay, tours, and the classes were amazing. Any problem that came about, they were quick and efficient to fix. I was surprised at how quickly I was able to learn Spanish, they’re just that good! I attended the school for 5 weeks and trekked to Machu Picchu for another week; and I would do it all again! The Mundo Antiguo School is more like a family, they care about each other’s needs and they have so much fun together. I loved attending the activities put together by the school such as fruit tasting, a field trip to the zoo, and so much more. They were even so kind as to ship a package for me after I had already left back to the United States ❤️❤️ (I had gotten the address wrong). They care about ALL of their students and will make sure you are taken care of and are having the greatest time! I love Mundo Antiguo!!
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Christina S 
 
2024-08-20
 
 
  
 
Just great! 😊
A great language school! They responded super quickly and helped wherever they could. They were like a small family who were happy to see you in the morning. I took part in a revision/beginner class myself. There were teaching materials and the teachers made the lessons varied. I only booked for a week, then went hiking for a week and came back spontaneously for an other week. I would like to stay longer, but maybe I'll come back at some point 😉. I also booked the shared apartment with 3 other roommates as a package. A large room with a bed, wardrobe and desk. However, I would recommend bringing a hot water bottle. There is no heating at all, so snuggle up nice and warm.. In addition to the school, there were free salsa classes, soccer games, language exchange with locals in a restaurant or, for Independence Day, small performances and Peruvian snacks. They did everything with so much love that I can only recommend them to everyone. Big hug - Christina 🫶
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
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