Quito S.I. Spanish Institute as a branch of The International Bénédict Schools of Languages has been teaching the Spanish language for foreigners since 1990. In November 2002, Quito Spanish Institute became the first Spanish school in South America associated to "Instituto Cervantes de España" ("Centro Asociado").

This honour and certification is only given to Spanish schools that produce high quality Spanish courses with immersion programs that are in the best possible learning environment.

This accreditation also authorizes Quito Spanish Institute to prepare candidates for the DELE (Diploma Español Lengua Extranjera) and administer the exam three times a year in all its levels.

Through this association with "Instituto Cervantes de España," Quito Spanish Institute also can organize and sponsor various cultural events in coordination with the Spanish Embassy in Quito and the Cervantes Institute in Spain.