About us

Over 10 years teaching languages in the heart of El Clot.

We’re Hugschool, a neighbourhood language school with the heart of a big one: qualified and native teachers, small groups, and an official Cambridge Platinum and SIELE exam centre two minutes from the metro.

  • Cambridge Platinum and SIELE exam centreTake your official exam with us.
  • Qualified and native teachersExperts in teaching, not just in speaking.
  • Small groupsEvery student gets their time to speak.

Who we are

Hugschool opened in 2015 in El Clot with a simple idea: learning a language isn’t about filling in textbooks, it’s about gaining the confidence to use it in real life. More than ten years later, we’re still in the same neighbourhood, teaching the same way: friendly, demanding and full of conversation.

Today we teach English, Spanish for foreigners, Catalan and French to children, teenagers and adults. We also prepare students for official exams, offer school tutoring and train teams at companies, hotels and schools — at our centre, online or on their premises.

  1. 2015We open Hugschool in the heart of El Clot, Barcelona.
  2. TodayFour languages for all ages, school tutoring and training for companies.
  3. 2026100% of our Cambridge preparation students pass their exam.
“More than teaching languages, we build your confidence.”— The Hugschool team

A team of qualified and native teachers

Our team combines native teachers with qualified teachers accredited to teach English and Spanish in the official education system. What really sets them apart is their dedication: they love teaching, and it shows in every class.

Native teachers

Learn the language as it’s really spoken: pronunciation, expressions and culture.

Qualified specialists

Language graduates and accredited teachers who know the grammar inside out and can explain it.

Exam experts

In-depth knowledge of Cambridge, IELTS, SIELE, DELE and the Certificat de Català.

Dedicated and close

They know every student by name and follow their progress closely.

How we teach

Lively classes where you speak from day one, with a method that combines the best of the classroom and digital learning.

Small groups

Few students per class, so everyone takes part and the teacher can focus on you.

Speaking from day one

Conversation, role-plays and real situations to lose the fear of making mistakes.

360° method

Live classes, an interactive platform and our own materials to keep practising outside class.

Individual follow-up

A level test when you start, regular assessments and clear feedback on your progress.

Results and recognition

We’re an official exam centre: you can prepare for and sit your exam with us, somewhere you already know.

10+years teaching languages in El Clot
100%pass rate in Cambridge preparation in 2026
4languages: English, Spanish, Catalan and French
A1–C2every level, from beginner to expert
Cambridge English
Official Cambridge English exam centre, with Platinum status.
SIELE authorised exam centre no. 39401
SIELE authorised exam centre no. 39401.
Cámara de Comercio de Madrid – Formación
Partners of the Madrid Chamber of Commerce.

Our centre in El Clot

A space designed so students and teachers feel at home, with great connections to the whole of Barcelona.

  • Carrer d’Aragó 646, 08018 Barcelona
  • Metro L5 Clot and L2 Bac de Roda · Bus 33, B24, 192, H10, V27
  • Bright classrooms with natural light
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Monday to Friday, 11:00–13:00 and 16:00–20:00
  • Classes at our centre, online or at your company

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What our students say

My teachers are always happy to help. Thanks to my teacher I passed English this year.

Victor G.

The best academy in the neighbourhood. The teachers are great and the kids love going.

Natalia L.

Professional and friendly, with well-balanced classes and few students.

Javi M.

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Shall we start?

Tell us what you’d like to learn and we’ll recommend the right course and group.