Certify your Spanish with DELE & SIELE
Looking to certify your Spanish proficiency? Whether you need a flexible, fast certification with SIELE or a globally recognized diploma with DELE, Jaleo Madrid Spanish School is here to support you.
DELE: An official diploma with lifelong validity, required for university admissions and professional purposes. Structured pass/fail exam format.
SIELE: No pass or fail—just an accurate measurement of your Spanish level. Get results in three weeks! Choose to take all four language skills or just a few.
If you need help choosing the right exam, feel free to contact us before booking a date—we’re here to help!
Pass the DELE without stress
Intensive course with certified teachers
At Jaleo Madrid, preparation for the DELE exam is not only studying, but training with strategy. Our intensive group course provides you with the tools, support, and practice needed to successfully pass the exam.
Doubts or questions? Contact us and we will help you choose the best plan for you.
DELE Preparation: Course formats and pricing details
Preparation begins 3 weeks before the DELE exam date
Exam Date: 24/05/2025
Course Start: 05/05/2025
Exam Date: 11/07/2025
Course Start: 23/06/2025
Exam Date: 12/09/2025
Course Start: 25/08/2025
Exam Date: 17/10/2025
Course Start: 29/09/2025
Exam Date: 22/11/2025
Course Start: 03/11/2025
Schedule options
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Morning (10:00-12:00)
- Afternoon (14:00-16:00)
- Evening (16:00-18:00)
DELE Group Tutoring
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Duration: 2 weeks (16 classes, 8 per week)
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Small group, individual focus
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2h classes
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Solve doubts, enforce content
DELE Individual Tutoring
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One student, one professor
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30 min classes
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Personalized learning, speaking, and progress analysis
DELE Micro-Group Tutoring
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3 students
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1hr classes
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Guided practice, feedback, and and progress analysis
What makes DELE prep courses worth it?
Efficient and dynamic: Clear focus, practical, and direct.
Included materials: Book, exclusive practice, and tip guide.
Personalized attention: Group or individual lessons with focus on individual feedback.
Certified professors: Knowledgeable of the DELE exam.
Preparation and Examination: SIELE
The SIELE is an official Spanish exam that certifies your exact level of Spanish proficiency.
With the SIELE, you do not pass nor fail. Instead, it precisely determines your proficiency in each language skill: listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
Additionally, you’ll receive your results within a maximum of three weeks!
Reserve your exam at our examination center: Jaleo Madrid Spanish School.
SIELE gives you complete freedom; it allows you to choose whether you want to take all the tests or a few.
SIELE offers numerous dates, allowing you to decide the best time for your examination. You can take the exam at home if you prefer, there is no need to travel to a testing center.
Customized: Choose your test
Fast: Receive results in three weeks
Official: SIELE exam is recognized by global institutions
How to prepare SIELE?
Looking to prepare for the SIELE exam? Whether you need a proficiency certificate for your career or are aiming for a B2 level to study in Spain, Jaleo Madrid is here to support you.
As a Cervantes Institute accredited Spanish school, we offer a variety of group and individual courses tailored to help reach your language goals. If you’re interested in learning more, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re excited to help you succeed!
And if you’re a Jaleo student, you’ll get a €25 discount on the global exam.
Jaleo Madrid is a test center for SIELE exams, and we will assist you in both registering and preparing for the exam.
If you are unsure of how to book your exam at Jaleo, please contact us.
DELE FAQs
The DELE (Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera) is an official exam organized by the Instituto Cervantes to certify your level of Spanish proficiency. It’s valuable for enhancing your resume, pursuing certain professions in Spain, gaining university admission, or obtaining Spanish nationality.
DELE stands for Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera, which translates to Diplomas of Spanish as a Foreign Language. It is an official certification issued by the Instituto Cervantes to validate your Spanish language proficiency.
The DELE exam is divided into four sections: Reading Comprehension, Writing Expression, Listening Comprehension, and Oral Expression. Each section is worth 25 points, and you must score a minimum of 30 points in both reading/writing and listening/speaking to pass.
The DELE exam covers levels from A1 to C2, in alignment with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). There is also a DELE school exam for minors who wish to certify their Spanish level.
The cost of the DELE exam varies depending on the level and location. Fees range from approximately €80 for the A1 level to nearly €200 for the C2 level. Despite the cost, the DELE certificate is valuable as it does not expire.
The DELE exam is a pass/fail test that certifies a specific level of Spanish, while the SIELE exam assesses your level without the risk of failing. SIELE is newer and less known but can be a good alternative if you prefer not to take a pass/fail exam.
You can prepare for the DELE exam at home by focusing on Reading and Listening Comprehension. Manuals like El Cronómetro or Las claves del nuevo DELE can help you understand the test structure and identify areas for improvement. For the Oral and Writing sections, it’s advisable to seek guidance from a teacher.
The DELE exam is not just a test of your Spanish level; it has a specific structure that can be challenging. Understanding this structure and familiarizing yourself with the types of questions asked can help you avoid common pitfalls.
The DELE exam provides a clear, achievable goal that helps students focus their studies. It also validates your Spanish proficiency for academic, professional, and personal milestones, making it a crucial part of your language learning journey.
Preparing for the DELE exam can help you work on areas where you may have fossilized errors, such as the use of masculine and feminine or the subjunctive. The exam’s structure ensures you improve in all facets of language learning.
Setting the DELE exam as a goal can help you stay organized and focused in your studies. It provides a deadline, which can be particularly motivating for students who struggle with procrastination or find it difficult to concentrate on long-term language learning.
We offer personalized strategies that focus on identifying your strengths and weaknesses. By providing targeted feedback, we help you address areas that need improvement, ensuring you’re fully prepared and confident on exam day.
Our DELE exam prep program is tailored to your specific needs. We focus on your unique language challenges and provide a comprehensive understanding of the exam format, helping you approach the test strategically and manage your time effectively.
Time management is crucial for passing the DELE exam. Our preparation program teaches you how to allocate your time efficiently during the test, ensuring you can complete each section without feeling rushed and maintain calm under pressure.
SIELE FAQs
SIELE stands for Servicio Internacional de Evaluación de la Lengua Española (International Service of Spanish Language Evaluation).
SIELE is designed to assess and certify your level of Spanish proficiency accurately.
SIELE assesses proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing, providing a comprehensive evaluation.
No, SIELE does not have a pass or fail outcome. Instead, it measures your proficiency level precisely.
You can expect to receive your SIELE results within a maximum of three weeks after taking the exam.
Yes, SIELE offers flexibility, allowing you to select either all tests or specific ones according to your preference.
Yes, SIELE offers numerous alternative dates, enabling you to choose the most suitable time for your exam.
Yes, you have the option to take the SIELE exam at home, eliminating the need to travel to a testing center.
Yes, Jaleo Madrid is a certified SIELE exam center where you can register for and prepare for the exam.
Yes, SIELE is an official exam recognized by various institutions worldwide.
SIELE differs from DELE in aspects such as correction time (three weeks in SIELE), inability to fail in SIELE, and validity for five years. However, SIELE does not offer the C2 level exam.
SIELE certification remains valid for five years from the date of issuance.
Yes, you can retake the SIELE exam to improve your results or aim for a higher proficiency level.