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
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£9/hr Valeria I employ myself entertaining and learning for studentsI love teaching because it is a process in which you can see the evolution of a student in something that will help him in the future. I employ myself entertaining and learning for studentsI love teaching because it is a process in which you can see the evolution of a student in something that will help him in the future. |
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£18/hr First class free Roxana Spanish for all levels by a Spanish national with a University DegreeI am a Spanish national from northern Spain with a Bachelors degree. I have experience in teaching children from the ages of 4 to 11 years... Spanish for all levels by a Spanish national with a University DegreeI am a Spanish national from northern Spain with a Bachelors degree. I have experience in teaching children from the ages of 4 to 11 years... |
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New AI teacher  £6/month Try one month for free! 5(617 Reviews)Oliver 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 First class free Mohamed Arfa Hola amigo! Welcome to your first Spanish lessons!Looking to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Look no further! As a Spanish tutor, I can help you speak fluently and confidently lik... Hola amigo! Welcome to your first Spanish lessons!Looking to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Look no further! As a Spanish tutor, I can help you speak fluently and confidently lik... |
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 £15/hr First class free Ellie I give lessons to all age groups, although my preference is primary school children. I am a recent graduate of a Spanish BA from Edinburgh University with a year of experience teaching English in primary schools in Spain. I am organised, energetic and I lI will initially organise a meeting with my student(s) to assess their level and discuss their objectives. I will then create a lesson plan... I give lessons to all age groups, although my preference is primary school children. I am a recent graduate of a Spanish BA from Edinburgh University with a year of experience teaching English in primary schools in Spain. I am organised, energetic and I lI will initially organise a meeting with my student(s) to assess their level and discuss their objectives. I will then create a lesson plan... |
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 £24/hr First class free Jonathan I can teach you Spanish up to A level!I have a grade 9 in GCSE Spanish and an A* in A level Spanish. My lessons are fun and tailored to you, the student. I make sure that you ca... I can teach you Spanish up to A level!I have a grade 9 in GCSE Spanish and an A* in A level Spanish. My lessons are fun and tailored to you, the student. I make sure that you ca... |
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£15/hr First class free Monica Spanish teacher native with QTSHello. I am Spanish and a primary and secondary teacher. I have been teaching Spanish in different high schools in London for 4 years and n... Spanish teacher native with QTSHello. I am Spanish and a primary and secondary teacher. I have been teaching Spanish in different high schools in London for 4 years and n... |
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 £19/hr First class free Norma Online Spanish or English lessons via ZoomI have a BA in English Language Teaching and I'm a native Spanish speaker. I offer fun lessons with creative materials and authentic materi... Online Spanish or English lessons via ZoomI have a BA in English Language Teaching and I'm a native Spanish speaker. I offer fun lessons with creative materials and authentic materi... |
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 £10/hr Nelson Native Spanish tutor with a degree in foreign language teaching and corporate experience.Private lessons will be customized to students' needs and goals. The lessons are being held online using the communicative approach to enha... Native Spanish tutor with a degree in foreign language teaching and corporate experience.Private lessons will be customized to students' needs and goals. The lessons are being held online using the communicative approach to enha... |
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 £16/hr First class free Manu Join me on an adventure learning Spanish! We’ll have fun while you guys learnDiscover the richness of Spanish Language with me. My private lessons are tailored for fun, engaging and effective learning. Beginner ora d... Join me on an adventure learning Spanish! We’ll have fun while you guys learnDiscover the richness of Spanish Language with me. My private lessons are tailored for fun, engaging and effective learning. Beginner ora d... |
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£16/hr First class free Carolina Richard Spanish tutor for children between 4 and 12 years oldGood afternoon to all the selection team. My name is Carolina Richard and I have been working as a teacher in my city for more than ten yea... Spanish tutor for children between 4 and 12 years oldGood afternoon to all the selection team. My name is Carolina Richard and I have been working as a teacher in my city for more than ten yea... |
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New AI teacher  £6/month Try one month for free! 5(617 Reviews)James 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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 £15/hr First class free Kurt Native Spanish Speaking Tutor for all levelsI am a native Spanish speaker with extensive experience as a tutor. For the time being, I can only offer online tutoring. Native Spanish Speaking Tutor for all levelsI am a native Spanish speaker with extensive experience as a tutor. For the time being, I can only offer online tutoring. |
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 £30/hr Isabella Would you like to learn or just practice your Spanish in a nice and fun way? I can help youSpanish is my mother tongue and I’ll teach you depends or your needs. It will be one to one lessons and all conversational so you can adapt... Would you like to learn or just practice your Spanish in a nice and fun way? I can help youSpanish is my mother tongue and I’ll teach you depends or your needs. It will be one to one lessons and all conversational so you can adapt... |
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 £10/hr First class free Gabriela I can easily adapt to your needs and help you boost your communicative skills.I have been a teacher for more than ten years. I have taught teens and adults extensively.
I always prepare a wide range of activities and... I can easily adapt to your needs and help you boost your communicative skills.I have been a teacher for more than ten years. I have taught teens and adults extensively.
I always prepare a wide range of activities and... |
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 £25/hr First class free Otxanda Spanish tutor providing lessons to children of all agesI am an infant and primary school teacher and I have experience as a teacher with children from 0 to 14 years old. I have worked in differe... Spanish tutor providing lessons to children of all agesI am an infant and primary school teacher and I have experience as a teacher with children from 0 to 14 years old. I have worked in differe... |
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 £20/hr First class free Kristina Spanish tutor providing lessons for people of all levelsHello there! I'm a Spanish tutor who graduated from King's College and has a passion for teaching Spanish. I'm proud to say that I have a C... Spanish tutor providing lessons for people of all levelsHello there! I'm a Spanish tutor who graduated from King's College and has a passion for teaching Spanish. I'm proud to say that I have a C... |
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 £11/hr First class free Aitana Would you like to learn Spanish in a natural way with a native speaker? I can help you!I love teaching and I am a patient person that is why I offer private lessons.
Are you looking for beginner’s course or a refresher course?... Would you like to learn Spanish in a natural way with a native speaker? I can help you!I love teaching and I am a patient person that is why I offer private lessons.
Are you looking for beginner’s course or a refresher course?... |
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 £20/hr First class free Ferenc I give personalised private lessons for teenagers or adults tailored to your needs and goalsI have ten years of experience learning Spanish as a foreign language, and one year of teaching in informal settings for friends and family... I give personalised private lessons for teenagers or adults tailored to your needs and goalsI have ten years of experience learning Spanish as a foreign language, and one year of teaching in informal settings for friends and family... |
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 £20/hr 4(1 Reviews)Veronica Spanish tutor providing lessons for GCSE and A-level studentsI am graduating this year in Translation and Interpreting with Modern Languages. I have previously worked as a tutor for both GCSE and A-le... Spanish tutor providing lessons for GCSE and A-level studentsI am graduating this year in Translation and Interpreting with Modern Languages. I have previously worked as a tutor for both GCSE and A-le... |
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 £11/hr First class free Marcos Fun Spanish tutor teaches this marvelous language to students of all agesHello everyone, my dear students! My name is Marcos and I have been learning English - and other languages - for almost my entire life. I h... Fun Spanish tutor teaches this marvelous language to students of all agesHello everyone, my dear students! My name is Marcos and I have been learning English - and other languages - for almost my entire life. I h... |
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 £30/hr First class free 5(10 Reviews)Elena Native Spanish tutor with 6 years of experience provides in person or on-line classes to all ages!I am Elena and I have been teaching Spanish, Catalan (my native languages) and English for the past 6 years. I have experience in both in-p... Native Spanish tutor with 6 years of experience provides in person or on-line classes to all ages!I am Elena and I have been teaching Spanish, Catalan (my native languages) and English for the past 6 years. I have experience in both in-p... |
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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!