Interview with Tobias, student from Hispania, Spanish school

Hello! I'm Akvile, a student from Lithuania. I am very happy for the opportunity to do an internship at Hispania, Spanish school because it allows me to talk to different people and meet new people from other countries. It is the perfect place to share ideas in a different environment and at the same time learn something new.  On this occasion I have spoken with Tobias Julien a student from Holland who is currently a student of Hispania, Spanish school. Tobias has come to Valencia recently, but he loves living here and also studying Spanish.

Tobias, when did you come to Valencia? Why have you chosen this city?

I came recently. First of all, I chose Valencia because I want to study Spanish and I know that here is an ideal place to improve my knowledge of this language. Furthermore, my friend told me that Valencia is a very beautiful city, full of tourist places and most importantly, Valencia has the sea coast and is like Spain's gateway to the Mediterranean.

Why did you decide to start studying Spanish?

I can say that I love this language, but I want to learn Spanish not only for this reason. I study political science, so I think I should know foreign languages, and I also know that the Spanish language is very popular all over the world and also in Holland.

Do you like living in Valencia? What do you like most about this city?

Yes, I really like living here. What I like most is Spanish food and also the food culture, which compared to Holland is very different. But I want to mention that it's not just the food that I really like, but also the way of life of the Spanish people. It seems to me that everyone here is very relaxed and this is very important for people today, we have to learn this from the Spanish.

What was your impression the first time you arrived at school?

Hispania, Spanish school It seemed very big to me, because this school has three buildings, there were also many teachers and in general there were many people, that's why I felt like a 12-year-old child among many people, but I got used to it very quickly and now I feel at home here.

Was it easy to find friends here or not?

Yes, it was easy, because in Hispania, Spanish school Many people study and they are all very friendly, plus they are all from different countries in the world and that is why it is very interesting to talk to them and at the same time learn something new about other cultures.

What do you think about Hispania, Spanish school?

I love the classes here because every day they are different and very interesting, presented with humor and patience, the teachers are very funny and everyone has a lot of energy, but the most important thing is that I have learned a lot even though I am here for a short time.

And your favorite corner of Hispania, Spanish school?

The terrace of the chalet. It is an extraordinary place.

Can you describe our school in three words?

Modern (because it has a cinema), cozy, fun.

Which teacher do you get along best with?

I think all the teachers here are really excellent, but my favorite teacher is Alba. I would like to send you my best wishes.

What would you like to do in the future?

My dream job is related to politics. I wanted to work as a diplomat and also in the near future I would love to work as a political science professor.

Thank you very much, Tobias. If you also want to learn Spanish, enjoy a city like Valencia and meet people from all over the world, we are waiting for you at the happiest school, Hispania, Spanish school.

Interview conducted by Akvile Demjanovaite for Hispania, Spanish school.