The best way for a child to learn Spanish depends entirely on their own needs. It's ideal to be fully immersed in Spanish but this may not be possible if there are no family members that speak the language. Therefore, in most cases, a combination of private Spanish tuition with other methods is the best way for a child to absorb Spanish.
Spanish lessons for children
Find a private Spanish tutor for your child on FindTutors.
£20/hr Marta I am a Native Spanish who lived for 11 years in Glasgow. I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.Are you looking for one-to-one tuition that is completely personalised? Don't hesitate to contact me. I am passionate about teaching and be... I am a Native Spanish who lived for 11 years in Glasgow. I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.Are you looking for one-to-one tuition that is completely personalised? Don't hesitate to contact me. I am passionate about teaching and be... |
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New AI teacher  Try one month for free! 5(617 Reviews)Amelia Gain fluency and practice without limits, 24/7.Hola! I’m your AI teacher. My classes adapt to your needs and goals, with a practical approach so you gain fluency. If you want to make progress and speak Spanish with confidence, I’ll be waiting for you! Gain fluency and practice without limits, 24/7.Hola! I’m your AI teacher. My classes adapt to your needs and goals, with a practical approach so you gain fluency. If you want to make progress and speak Spanish with confidence, I’ll be waiting for you! |
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 £16/hr Kiara If you're looking to improve your Spanish skills, I'm here to help! As a native Spanish speaker, I'm excited to offer my assistance to both adults and children.Let's work together to enhance your language abilities. Consistent practice and exposure to the language are key factors in achieving profi... If you're looking to improve your Spanish skills, I'm here to help! As a native Spanish speaker, I'm excited to offer my assistance to both adults and children.Let's work together to enhance your language abilities. Consistent practice and exposure to the language are key factors in achieving profi... |
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 £18/hr First class free Sergio Hernández Miranda Spanish tutor giving lessons to children of all agesMy name is Sergio, born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. I am a native Spanish speaker and passionate about the language. I offer my servi... Spanish tutor giving lessons to children of all agesMy name is Sergio, born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. I am a native Spanish speaker and passionate about the language. I offer my servi... |
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 £20/hr Emiliano I give private lessons focused on the efficient usage of the learned information.I will teach developing real-life situations and will try to explain non-literal or "slang" equivalents of different English expressions an... I give private lessons focused on the efficient usage of the learned information.I will teach developing real-life situations and will try to explain non-literal or "slang" equivalents of different English expressions an... |
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 £35/hr First class free 5(5 Reviews)Dolores I am a fully qualified, teacher with 25 years of experience teaching KS4, and KS5 through to university level Spanish including GCI have enjoyed working in schools and colleges for the past twenty-five years. I have been Head of Spanish in an Independent School over th... I am a fully qualified, teacher with 25 years of experience teaching KS4, and KS5 through to university level Spanish including GCI have enjoyed working in schools and colleges for the past twenty-five years. I have been Head of Spanish in an Independent School over th... |
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 £10/hr First class free Ángel Abel NATIVE SPANISH TUTOR - SPANISH CLASSES FOR FOREIGNERS ( ELE)Hi, my name is Ángel. I’m a Spanish speaker from the town of Cáceres, Spain. Ioffer private classes in Spanish as a foreign language to tho... NATIVE SPANISH TUTOR - SPANISH CLASSES FOR FOREIGNERS ( ELE)Hi, my name is Ángel. I’m a Spanish speaker from the town of Cáceres, Spain. Ioffer private classes in Spanish as a foreign language to tho... |
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 £18/hr First class free Cesarina Spanish tutor providing lessons to childrenI am Tri-lingual Portuguese (Native), Spanish(Advanced) and English fluent, with over 5 years of experience in customer service. I have sta... Spanish tutor providing lessons to childrenI am Tri-lingual Portuguese (Native), Spanish(Advanced) and English fluent, with over 5 years of experience in customer service. I have sta... |
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 £20/hr Belen I am very capable of adapting to the needs of each group or person in particular , always according to the objectives they haveI have experience teaching both primary, secondary and university students, it is being able to adapt to each group, depending on the age b... I am very capable of adapting to the needs of each group or person in particular , always according to the objectives they haveI have experience teaching both primary, secondary and university students, it is being able to adapt to each group, depending on the age b... |
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 £20/hr First class free Cristóbal Welcome to Fun Learning with Dr. Cristóbal Herrera Noriega!Hello, everyone! I'm Dr. Cristóbal Herrera Noriega, and I'm here to make your learning experience exciting and memorable.Lesson Format:Dyna... Welcome to Fun Learning with Dr. Cristóbal Herrera Noriega!Hello, everyone! I'm Dr. Cristóbal Herrera Noriega, and I'm here to make your learning experience exciting and memorable.Lesson Format:Dyna... |
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 £16/hr Andres I give private lessons to every level tailor to your previous learning experience.Teaching is my passion and sharing my knowledge, been able to listen and identify the real needs of my students is a must for me to give th... I give private lessons to every level tailor to your previous learning experience.Teaching is my passion and sharing my knowledge, been able to listen and identify the real needs of my students is a must for me to give th... |
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£16/hr Andres I give private lessons to does who want to learn Spanish as 2nd language with patients and dedicationTeaching and sharing is my passion and interacting with what you want to learn on daily basis is the best way to get used to what you like.... I give private lessons to does who want to learn Spanish as 2nd language with patients and dedicationTeaching and sharing is my passion and interacting with what you want to learn on daily basis is the best way to get used to what you like.... |
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 £18/hr First class free Uziel Spanish lessons for all ages available here!Learn Spanish with Personalized LessonsAre you ready to embark on a journey to learn one of the most beautiful and widely spoken languages... Spanish lessons for all ages available here!Learn Spanish with Personalized LessonsAre you ready to embark on a journey to learn one of the most beautiful and widely spoken languages... |
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 £50/hr Emmalene Ali Passionate about teaching foreign languages to all pupils!Private lessons created for specific individual needs. Adapted lessons to meet all needs. Online platforms and digital lessons are fun and... Passionate about teaching foreign languages to all pupils!Private lessons created for specific individual needs. Adapted lessons to meet all needs. Online platforms and digital lessons are fun and... |
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 £18/hr First class free Tomas Turbon De Cabo Spanish Tutor to teach spanish, presencially or onlineI have 3 Years of experience teaching spanish for the company James Cook Languages, in Prague, Czech Republic.This company offered teachers... Spanish Tutor to teach spanish, presencially or onlineI have 3 Years of experience teaching spanish for the company James Cook Languages, in Prague, Czech Republic.This company offered teachers... |
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 £15/hr First class free Diego I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.I’m a native Spanish tutor with a passion for teaching and a mission to help his students achieve professional proficiency in the Spanish l... I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.I’m a native Spanish tutor with a passion for teaching and a mission to help his students achieve professional proficiency in the Spanish l... |
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 £15/hr Jose I am passionate about languages and I want to share my teaching skills to everyone keen to learn Spanish!I have 5 years experience teaching Spanish as a foreign language and normally I approach my lessons doing 'Dictados' because it is an effec... I am passionate about languages and I want to share my teaching skills to everyone keen to learn Spanish!I have 5 years experience teaching Spanish as a foreign language and normally I approach my lessons doing 'Dictados' because it is an effec... |
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 £15/hr María I’m very pasionate person, I love teaching. I’m spanish native, so I completely master that lenguage and I living on Dublin currently so I am able to teach how to learn spanish properly. I have gone to many lenguages exchanges with native people and I reaI offer one to one tuition completely personalided. I’m passionate about teaching and I could pass and share with you all knowledge and exp... I’m very pasionate person, I love teaching. I’m spanish native, so I completely master that lenguage and I living on Dublin currently so I am able to teach how to learn spanish properly. I have gone to many lenguages exchanges with native people and I reaI offer one to one tuition completely personalided. I’m passionate about teaching and I could pass and share with you all knowledge and exp... |
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 £15/hr Sebastián People who s looking for learning so e conversation and fluency in SpanishCurrently working as interpreter over the phone for an US company, english-spanish and english-portuguese.
Looking for an extra income on m... People who s looking for learning so e conversation and fluency in SpanishCurrently working as interpreter over the phone for an US company, english-spanish and english-portuguese.
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 £15/hr Cristina Borras Honest, practical, motivating and caring person. Always willing to help others.I have a degree in psychology and I am a tolerant person and an affectionate one too, worried about young people . However I have no experi... Honest, practical, motivating and caring person. Always willing to help others.I have a degree in psychology and I am a tolerant person and an affectionate one too, worried about young people . However I have no experi... |
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 £20/hr First class free Paula Spanish native speaker teacher for foreignersI studied Foreign Languages at Universidad Complutense in Madrid. I did my internship in Prague last summer, and I worked there as a Spani... Spanish native speaker teacher for foreignersI studied Foreign Languages at Universidad Complutense in Madrid. I did my internship in Prague last summer, and I worked there as a Spani... |
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Spanish lessons
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
🗨️ What is the best way for kids to learn Spanish?
👶 At what age should children start learning Spanish?
It's a good idea to immerse children in language learning from as young as possible. It's said that between birth and three years of age is the best time for a child to absorb a language. Therefore, you can try to speak to your child in Spanish if possible or find someone who can, or purchase interactive books or toys that will allow them to pick up some of the language.
💲 How much do Spanish tutors charge in the UK?
Tutors in the UK tend to charge between £15 and £20 for Spanish lessons for children. However, prices may differ significantly between tutors according to their experience, qualifications and where they are based. For example, a tutor with a degree in teaching, Spanish or Early Childhood Education may charge more than those who don't have formal qualifications.
🕵️ How do I find a Spanish tutor near me?
If you want to find a private Spanish tutor near you, you can start by asking around to see if any friends or family have any recommendations. With many people now seeking Spanish tutors for children, it's likely you know someone who has already invested in a private tutor. By finding your tutor based on a personal recommendation, you can ensure they are a trusted and reliable tutor.
Many cities and towns in the UK are home to language schools where children can learn a variety of languages, including Spanish. These centres often offer both group lessons and private lessons, meaning you can choose what works best for your child, or take a combination of both types of lessons.
Finally, by checking online platforms like FindTutors, you can search for Spanish tutors near you. You can filter tutors according to your needs and your availability. You can even find online Spanish tutors if there are no tutors available near you.
📺 Can kids learn Spanish by watching Spanish TV?
Watching TV programmes in Spanish can indeed teach children some Spanish vocabulary, but it may not be the best way for a child to achieve fluency in the language. Shows like Dora The Explorer offer a gentle and effective way of introducing some simple Spanish words and phrases into your child's vocabulary.
It's best to combine these types of programmes with Spanish lessons with a tutor in order to reinforce your child's learning and introduce them to new words.
The journey to bilingualism with Spanish lessons for children
Can children be bilingual?
Absolutely! As previously mentioned, children can absorb languages between birth and the age of three. Raising children to be bilingual may not always be the easiest, so it's important to find the right method for you and your family. For example, many families choose to do the “One Parent, One Language” in which each parent speaks to their child in a different language. If this isn't possible for you, you could also start sending your child to language classes from a young age.
Whichever method you choose, it's important to remember that every child develops differently and while some children may pick up languages quickly, others may take a little longer to start communicating. Therefore, raising bilingual or multilingual children requires a lot of patience.
Are language tutors worth it?
In the vast majority of cases, students who have taken language tutoring say that it is well worth the investment. Private tutors can personalise their language lessons according to the needs and goals of their students. They can also improve their student's confidence in communicating which can help them not just in their target language, but also in their mother tongue. Finally, they can help students in preparation for any language exams that they might have.
How often you should take language lessons
When learning Spanish, it's recommended that you have at least one hour of Spanish tutoring per week. However, it all depends on the needs of your child. Some may require Spanish lessons more often in order to maintain a consistent learning pace, or if they´re coming up to certain exams.
Online resources for learning Spanish
There are many online resources available nowadays that can be used for learning Spanish, many of which are child friendly.
- Duolingo/Duolingo Kids: Duolingo is a great application for learning vocabulary and understanding pronunciation of words. The repetition and interaction used in the app make it a great way to memorise new vocabulary. However, the app does not focus on skills such as grammar and speaking so may not develop all areas of language learning.
- Memrise: Memrise is an application similar to Duolingo which makes language learning feel like a game. They also use the method of repetition to help their learners pick up new vocabulary.
- Weeve. Ideal for older children, Weeve offers classic books in English which have Spanish words weaved throughout. These words can be understood through context. This type of learning allows the reader to absorb new words in Spanish without really thinking about it. Weeve also offer a Google Chrome extension which applies the same concept of weaving Spanish words into the English content of the web pages you browse.
While there is a wealth of online resources, it's important to remember that many of these don´t cover all aspects of language learning in depth; such as grammar, listening and speaking skills. Therefore, it's important that you try to cover all of these aspects with different types of learning. For example, you might want to combine one of the resources mentioned above with private lessons with an online Spanish tutor.
What to look for in a Spanish tutor for children
If you want to find a Spanish tutor for children, there are a number of key points you should look out for when choosing the right tutor for your child:
- You should ensure that the tutor is experienced with children or qualified to work with them. You can always ask for references from past employers or for a DBS check to ensure that they can work with children.
- The tutor should have good communication skills and be able to build a good rapport with your child. Many tutors offer an initial trial lesson during which you can ask any questions, clear up any doubts, and see how they interact with your child.
- The tutor should be highly experienced in Spanish. Whether they´re a native speaker or have studied Spanish extensively, you should ensure that your tutor has the right skills to teach your child.
So if you want to give your child the gift of another language, enrol them in Spanish lessons with a private tutor today. Why wait any longer? Start your search and find your tutor on FindTutors today!