Help us with our English in a town close to Madrid

Spain

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Last activity
09/11/2019
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Description
We are a family with two children aged 5 and 8 years. We live in a small town, 60 km from Madrid, well connected to the capital (Moncloa district) by a bus that takes 50 minute. El Escorial train station is 20 minutes driving.
We enjoy walking and being with our children outdoors.
Type of help
Gardening
Help in the house
Language practice
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The workaway will meet the local community, spanish way of life, gastronomy, customs, and so on.
Surrounded by nature in a family atmosphere.
Help
We are looking for native English person in order to improve our fluency. So we are looking someone with teaching skills, highly respectful to people (specially children), clean, organized and tidy, and willing to make life easy at home.
We prefer morning, positive and energetic people.
As host we want you to feel comfortable in our home.
Languages spoken
native Spanish; English
Accommodation
We offer and independent 10 m2 room and a bathroom, in a 120 m2 semi detached house with garden
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
4-5 hours/day

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Feedback left by and about host (15)

13/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lindsay) for host

This was my first Workaway experience and I really enjoyed my time! Paloma and her family are kind, welcoming, patient, and full of life. They live in a small, beautiful town that has access to public transportation for cool day trips (which Paloma was incredibly helpful in planning). They are excited to learn English, and are grateful for any… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Lindsay)

It was nice to see Lindsay enjoying the Spanish way of life! She got on well with our friends, she cooked delicious meals, collaborate in the kitchen, helped us with our English and so on. Lindsay has excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Our children will miss her, they connected very well with her. She is an easy… read more

(Excellent )

14/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host

Paloma and her family made my short time in Fresnedillas very enjoyable, helping me to quickly feel more connected to the community and Spanish culture. It really is a lovely village full of many friendly people. There would be many opportunities to practice speaking Spanish with people in the village for someone who is studying the language. She… read more

(Excellent )

09/12/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)

We have hosted Hanna for one week. She helped me a lot with my English.
She is smart and she has a huge variety of skills, it was nice to discover them: painting, dancing, cooking and on the top teaching!
She is an authentic traveler, willing to learn about cultures and countries, interested in everything and everyone. We have enjoyed our… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Rachel & Amanda) for host

Paloma, David, and their children fully welcomed me into their home and made me feel a part of their family. I loved being in Fresnedillas, a small town but still one full of liveliness and character. I got to meet many of their friends and neighbors in the town, as well as their extended family. They included me in all their events and daily… read more

(Excellent )

24/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Rachel & Amanda)

We hosted Amanda for 3 weeks. Time flies because we have been very comfortable with her. Amanda is a respectful person, she has adapted perfectly to Spanish life and to our family. We have shared fantastic moments! She is really good drawing and children love it! She was able to transmit them calm and engage them. She is also a detail person,… read more

(Excellent )

14/11/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Joseph)

Joseph is an independent person that has helped us whenever we needed. It's been a pleasure getting to know you. We wish you the best!

(Excellent )

15/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Elizabeth) for host

This was my first workaway experience and it was a really great! Paloma, David and the kids were so welcoming and relaxed that it was so easy to settle in. I had several wonderful conversations with Paloma and she speaks good English. I was only there for a week but was still able to see Madrid and Segovia on days out. I also met several of local… read more

(Excellent )

10/10/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth)

Elisabeth is a lovely person, she has adapted fantastically to our family. She is cooperative and easy going. Another good experience in this interesting project which facilitate the cultural interchange.

(Excellent )

21/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sally) for host

I had a really nice time staying with Paloma, David and the children! They are a really lovely family! I was involved in days out with the family and met their family and friends! Paloma and I were able to have very interesting conversations about interesting topics in English! As they only live 50km from Madrid I was able to visit Madrid for one… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sally)

Just few days but we have had a good experience. Sally is a happy and nice person. It has been really easy live with her. I hope we will meet again.

(Excellent )

12/07/2014

Left by Workawayer (Jenna) for host

I cannot say enough good things about this family! Paloma and I became very close throughout my stay, and I really felt like I was a member of their family. She and David are very hard workers, and they are willing to do anything in order to perfect their English. They made extensive accommodations to help me travel throughout Spain, and helped me… read more

(Excellent )

19/06/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Jenna)

Hosting Jenna has been a rewarding experience for our family. She is mature, responsible and easy going. She has help us with our English (she has very good teaching skills), and with the chores and the children whenever it has been necessary. We had felt her like another member of the family. Thanks Jenna for everything!

(Excellent )

11/03/2014

Left by Workawayer (Eddie) for host

I had such a great time staying with Paloma, David and their two wonderful children. They are very kind and relaxed people, and fantastic parents. They live in a peaceful little town which is 50 minutes from Madrid, yet a world away from the hustle and bustle and pollution. If you are a nice person, who is happy to teach English and learn… read more

(Excellent )

11/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Eddie)

Eddie es una persona respetuosa y colaboradora. Ha sido una buena experiencia para nuestra familia albergarlo en casa.

(Excellent )

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