The course is available in one of two weekly formats, depending on group formation:

• 2 hours per week: one 2-hour session.
• 3 hours per week: two 1.5-hour sessions.

Both formats provide regular contact with English throughout the course. The 3-hour-per-week format provides more time for exposure, practice and consolidation of the language covered.

We work in small groups, normally with a maximum of 8 students, encouraging participation and allowing close monitoring of each student’s progress.

Classes may be held in person in Sabadell or online, depending on demand and group formation. The online format offers particular flexibility for forming groups in the morning and early afternoon.

Homework and reinforcement activities are assigned regularly to consolidate what has been covered in class and maintain contact with English between sessions.

The course follows a practical, communicative approach, aimed at refining an established B2 level and developing progressively more accurate, natural, flexible and sophisticated communication.

Speaking, listening, reading and writing are developed in an integrated way, expanding students’ linguistic repertoire and placing increasing emphasis on accuracy, nuance, register and selecting the most appropriate resources for each situation.

At B2+, particular importance is placed on how an idea is communicated, rather than simply whether the message can be conveyed. Students develop alternative ways of expressing the same message, introducing different degrees of emphasis or caution, conveying meaning more precisely and avoiding dependence on a limited repertoire of words and structures.

In spoken interaction, the aim is to develop increasingly spontaneous, natural and flexible communication, with students developing the ability to participate confidently in extended conversations, respond to complex arguments, build on other people’s contributions and adapt their message as a conversation develops.

Students also work on the ability to construct and develop more sophisticated arguments, establish relationships between ideas, present different perspectives, speculate, evaluate and express positions with varying degrees of certainty or commitment.

Vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation are developed as resources for greater accuracy, variety, effectiveness and naturalness, progressively incorporating collocations, expressions and more sophisticated patterns while paying attention to differences in register and usage.

The aim is to move from a solid B2 level towards a broader and more refined command of English, progressively narrowing the gap between communicating correctly and communicating with the flexibility and accuracy required to progress towards C1.

B2+ course content builds on the skills acquired at B2 and extends them towards topics, ideas and situations requiring more accurate, nuanced and sophisticated communication.

Areas explored include society and social change, work and professional life, education, science and technology, the media and information, culture and identity, human behaviour, the environment, economics and consumer issues, health and wellbeing, and current issues and debates.

Students develop their ability to analyse and compare different perspectives, construct more complex arguments, evaluate ideas and proposals, speculate about causes and consequences, formulate hypotheses and express more precise degrees of certainty, probability, doubt, agreement and disagreement.

In conversation, students work on the ability to participate actively in more complex and spontaneous exchanges, develop other people’s ideas, challenge arguments appropriately, introduce nuance, reformulate positions and adapt the degree of formality, emphasis or precision according to the context.

Comprehension includes increasingly varied and demanding authentic texts, conversations and other materials, developing the ability to follow extended arguments, distinguish between main and supporting information, recognise attitudes and opinions and interpret meanings that are not always expressed explicitly.

In writing, greater emphasis is placed on the organisation and cohesion of more developed texts, constructing arguments, selecting an appropriate register and using a wider range of resources to express ideas with greater accuracy and variety.

Vocabulary and grammar work expands students’ communicative possibilities through a richer repertoire of structures, collocations, expressions and linguistic alternatives, with attention paid to differences in meaning, register and usage that allow for more natural and precise communication.

B2+ is not designed around a specific official exam. It can be particularly suitable for students who have already passed the Cambridge B2 First exam and want to continue improving their English without necessarily preparing for another exam, as well as any student with an established B2 level who wants to continue progressing.

The aim is to develop a strong, refined upper-B2 level, with greater fluency, accuracy, range, naturalness and adaptability, providing a solid transition towards C1.

Is previous knowledge of English required?

Yes. The B2+ course is designed for adults who already have a solid B2 level and want to continue developing more fluent, accurate, natural and flexible English before progressing towards C1.

It is also suitable for students who have already passed the Cambridge B2 First exam and want to continue improving their general English without necessarily preparing for another official exam.

It is not necessary to have completed the previous levels at Eureka.

How are the groups formed?

Groups are organised primarily according to students’ English level and availability. Previous experience, needs and learning objectives are also taken into account to form groups that are as compatible as possible.

The aim is to create balanced groups in which all students can participate, practise and progress at an appropriate pace.

How many students are there in each group?

We work with small groups, normally with a maximum of 8 students, which encourages participation and allows close monitoring of each student’s progress.

Are the teachers native speakers?

Our team consists of native teachers or teachers with a level of English equivalent to that of a native speaker, selected both for their command of the language and for their experience and ability to adapt classes to the level and needs of their students.

Are the classes entirely in English?

English is the main language of communication in the classroom and is used naturally and at a level appropriate to the students. When necessary, Spanish or Catalan may occasionally be used to facilitate understanding and support learning.

Is there homework?

Yes. Homework is a regular part of the course and is used to practise, reinforce and consolidate what has been covered in class.

The amount of work may vary depending on the content and needs of the group, and homework will not necessarily be assigned after every session.

What happens if a student misses a class?

If a student is unable to attend a class, the information or materials necessary to keep up with the group will be provided, where applicable.

As these are group classes, sessions missed due to a student’s absence cannot be made up individually and are not deducted from the fee.

How are the monthly fees calculated?

The price is calculated taking into account the full academic year and teaching calendar, and the total amount is divided into 10 equal monthly payments. The monthly fee therefore does not correspond to the exact number of classes held during that month.

Due to public holidays, school holidays and the way the calendar is distributed, some months have more classes and others fewer, but these variations are already taken into account in the total course price.

What happens if Eureka has to cancel a class?

If Eureka has to cancel a class and we are unable to provide a substitute teacher, a make-up session will be offered.

If it is not possible to make up the class, the corresponding amount will be deducted from the following payment.

Are any discounts available?

Yes. We offer a 5% Family Members (FM) discount on monthly fees when two or more members of the same family are enrolled.

University and Vocational Training (FP) students can receive a 10% STU discount on monthly fees, subject to proof of current student status.

In addition, students who are members of Club Natació Sabadell can receive a discount on their enrolment or place reservation fee.

Full conditions can be found in the Discounts section.

Is a level test carried out before starting?

When necessary, a level test or assessment will be carried out before joining the course to confirm that B2+ and the selected group are the most appropriate.

The aim is to ensure that each student has a sufficiently solid B2 level to work at B2+ and can make the most of the course.

Are materials included in the price?

Course materials are not included in the fee and are paid for separately.

Depending on the level and needs of the group, materials may consist of photocopiable materials adapted to the course, a coursebook or one or more books and supplementary materials.

Students will be informed of the materials required and their cost before the course begins.

Is it possible to change groups?

Yes. If a student’s circumstances or availability change, or if another group is considered better suited to their level or needs, a change of group can be considered.

Any change will be subject to availability and the level of the new group being appropriate.

Is B2+ an official exam preparation course?

No. B2+ is designed to continue developing students’ overall level of English rather than prepare for a specific official exam.

It can be particularly suitable for students who have already passed the Cambridge B2 First exam and want to continue improving their English without moving directly on to preparation for another exam, as well as students with an established B2 level who simply want to continue progressing.

What level can be reached by the end of the course?

Progress will depend on the group’s weekly hours, the student’s starting level, their progress and the work completed throughout the course.

Groups with 3 hours per week have more time for exposure, practice and consolidation than groups with 2 hours, so the rate of progress may differ.

At B2+, the aim is to transform an established B2 level into a broader, more accurate, natural and flexible command of English, developing a richer linguistic repertoire, a greater ability to express nuance and more spontaneous and adaptable communication.

The course provides a transition towards C1, but does not necessarily mean that every student will reach C1 by the end of a single academic year. Each student’s progress will be assessed at the end of the course to determine the most appropriate next step.
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Family Members (FM)

When two or more members of the same family are enrolled at Eureka, each receives a 5% discount on their monthly fee while their enrolments overlap during the course.

For example, if two siblings are enrolled, both receive a 5% discount on their monthly fee.

Club Natació Sabadell (CNS) Members

Students who are members of Club Natació Sabadell can receive a €10 discount on the enrolment or place reservation fee:

• New students: enrolment fee of €35 instead of €45.
• Current students: place reservation fee of €20 instead of €30.

University and Vocational Training Students (STU)

University and Vocational Training (FP) students can receive a 10% discount on the monthly fees for adult English courses.

To receive the STU discount, students must provide proof of current student status during the course.

Discount Conditions

The Family Members (FM) discount applies to the monthly fees of each eligible family member.

The discount for Club Natació Sabadell (CNS) members applies only to the enrolment or place reservation fee, as applicable.

The Student (STU) discount applies to the monthly fees of university and Vocational Training (FP) students and is subject to proof of current student status.

FM and STU discounts cannot be combined with each other or with other promotions applying to monthly course fees, unless expressly stated otherwise.

As the CNS discount applies only to the enrolment or place reservation fee, it can be combined with either the FM or STU discount applying to monthly course fees.