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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 £22/hr Paola I offer personalized lessons, focused on conversation, practical grammar, and cultural understanding of the languageI adapt each class to the student's individual learning style, making sure they feel comfortable, engaged, and confident in their progress.... I offer personalized lessons, focused on conversation, practical grammar, and cultural understanding of the languageI adapt each class to the student's individual learning style, making sure they feel comfortable, engaged, and confident in their progress.... |
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 £20/hr 5(1 Reviews)Suzanne Roberts GCSE Spanish tutor with 25 years experienceEveryone learns differently and I love those moments when a student grasps a concept that they may have been struggling with for a while. I... GCSE Spanish tutor with 25 years experienceEveryone learns differently and I love those moments when a student grasps a concept that they may have been struggling with for a while. I... |
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New AI teacher  £6/month 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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 £40/hr First class free 5(2 Reviews)Lulu Engaging and patient Online Spanish TutorI am an Arabic and Spanish graduate from the University of Edinburgh. I have been teaching online for 7 years and have a wealth of experien... Engaging and patient Online Spanish TutorI am an Arabic and Spanish graduate from the University of Edinburgh. I have been teaching online for 7 years and have a wealth of experien... |
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 £25/hr Emily Online I give group and private lessons to children and adults.I am an experienced languages teacher currently working online, I can tailor lessons to suit the pupils needs and have lots of success in s... I give group and private lessons to children and adults.I am an experienced languages teacher currently working online, I can tailor lessons to suit the pupils needs and have lots of success in s... |
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 £28/hr Carol Jimenez Ardila I'm a native Spanish teacher who creates fun, personalized lessons for beginners and intermediate learnersI'm a native Spanish speaker, founder of a science academy for children and adults, and currently studying in the UK. My lessons are fully... I'm a native Spanish teacher who creates fun, personalized lessons for beginners and intermediate learnersI'm a native Spanish speaker, founder of a science academy for children and adults, and currently studying in the UK. My lessons are fully... |
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 £25/hr Matthew Brotheridge I give Spanish lessons based on what the learner wishes to learn.Immersion based learning with fully scaffolded study . I use my own experiences from studying Spanish to produce effective and interesting... I give Spanish lessons based on what the learner wishes to learn.Immersion based learning with fully scaffolded study . I use my own experiences from studying Spanish to produce effective and interesting... |
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 £30/hr First class free Andrea Fenner Bilingual teacher offers conversational Spanish tutoringI am bilingual in Spanish having grown up with an Argentinian mother. I then went on to study BA (hons) Spanish (with French) at Manchester... Bilingual teacher offers conversational Spanish tutoringI am bilingual in Spanish having grown up with an Argentinian mother. I then went on to study BA (hons) Spanish (with French) at Manchester... |
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 £15/hr First class free 5(1 Reviews)Adriana Online Spanish Conversation Lessons – Tailored to Your Goals!Improve your Spanish with personalized online conversation classes for levels A2 and above. First Class is free. Flexible topics based on y... Online Spanish Conversation Lessons – Tailored to Your Goals!Improve your Spanish with personalized online conversation classes for levels A2 and above. First Class is free. Flexible topics based on y... |
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 £45/hr First class free Linda Adams Highly experienced A level GCSE Spanish tutor with GCSE French , EAL and 11I am an highly experienced Secondary School teacher that have also tutored privately with a 100% success rate for previous students as a pr... Highly experienced A level GCSE Spanish tutor with GCSE French , EAL and 11I am an highly experienced Secondary School teacher that have also tutored privately with a 100% success rate for previous students as a pr... |
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AI news  £6/month Try one month for free! 5(617 Reviews)Sofia 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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 £17/hr First class free 5(9 Reviews)Tatiana Bachelor in Business Administration trained at ELE International (Academy of Spanish for Foreign Language)Hola soy Tatiana Rocío Méndez , Lic. en administración con formación en ELE.Actualmente, trabajo dictando clases particulares en la modalid... Bachelor in Business Administration trained at ELE International (Academy of Spanish for Foreign Language)Hola soy Tatiana Rocío Méndez , Lic. en administración con formación en ELE.Actualmente, trabajo dictando clases particulares en la modalid... |
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 £17/hr First class free 5(1 Reviews)Anais I provide private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs Spanish and EnglishLooking for one-to-one tuition, completely personalised? Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me. I am passionate about teaching and... I provide private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs Spanish and EnglishLooking for one-to-one tuition, completely personalised? Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me. I am passionate about teaching and... |
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 £15/hr Abdo I can coach you to achieve your goal with SpanishTeaching one of my passions, so i like to listen and identify what’s your goal with the language so we can work on it with a plan totally s... I can coach you to achieve your goal with SpanishTeaching one of my passions, so i like to listen and identify what’s your goal with the language so we can work on it with a plan totally s... |
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 £15/hr Holly I am a First-Class Joint Honours Spanish and French graduate from the University of Strathclyde aiming to tutor A1-B2 Spanish.Are you looking for personalised one-to one Spanish lessons which are taught in a fun and refreshing way? Having studied languages at Unive... I am a First-Class Joint Honours Spanish and French graduate from the University of Strathclyde aiming to tutor A1-B2 Spanish.Are you looking for personalised one-to one Spanish lessons which are taught in a fun and refreshing way? Having studied languages at Unive... |
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 £30/hr Vincent I give private lessons based on the level of the student and based on which test they are studying for.Are you looking for a very personalized tutor session? Well I am very passionate about teaching and helping other fall in love with whateve... I give private lessons based on the level of the student and based on which test they are studying for.Are you looking for a very personalized tutor session? Well I am very passionate about teaching and helping other fall in love with whateve... |
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 £20/hr First class free 5(6 Reviews)Dario Certified Modern Languages Tutor (QTS) | Spanish and Italian ExpertOn line tutor with more than 3 years of experience. Certified.Depth knowledge of grammar rules and ability to teach the basics at Key Stage... Certified Modern Languages Tutor (QTS) | Spanish and Italian ExpertOn line tutor with more than 3 years of experience. Certified.Depth knowledge of grammar rules and ability to teach the basics at Key Stage... |
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 £16/hr First class free Wenhao Zhao Hi, this is Wenhao Zhao. I’m a native Chinese speaker and l am here to make some foreign friends and also teach them Chinese.First of all, I love kids. If they eager to learn about my language, I definitely will share my skillls and also the culture of my hometown... Hi, this is Wenhao Zhao. I’m a native Chinese speaker and l am here to make some foreign friends and also teach them Chinese.First of all, I love kids. If they eager to learn about my language, I definitely will share my skillls and also the culture of my hometown... |
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 £15/hr Debora Spanish to under 16’s. I studied A-level Spanish and am fluent. I have done private lessons to close family friends.Private lessons planned and given by me to children and adults who are close family friends. A-level spanish degree acquired, and I’m a ver... Spanish to under 16’s. I studied A-level Spanish and am fluent. I have done private lessons to close family friends.Private lessons planned and given by me to children and adults who are close family friends. A-level spanish degree acquired, and I’m a ver... |
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£25/hr Kenusha Spanish tutor offering KS3 and GCSE online lessonsI would like to tailor every lesson to your individual needs, focusing on the 4 core skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking. I... Spanish tutor offering KS3 and GCSE online lessonsI would like to tailor every lesson to your individual needs, focusing on the 4 core skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking. I... |
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 £15/hr First class free Ellie Spanish Tutor accepting students of all agesI am a recent graduate with a BA(Hons) degree in Spanish, Italian and International Business - aspiring to spread a love for learning langu... Spanish Tutor accepting students of all agesI am a recent graduate with a BA(Hons) degree in Spanish, Italian and International Business - aspiring to spread a love for learning langu... |
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 £18/hr First class free Gustavo Adolfo Spanish Made Simple – Personalized Online TutoringNative Spanish speaker with a professional background in finance and over 10 years of experience in customer service and team leadership. I... Spanish Made Simple – Personalized Online TutoringNative Spanish speaker with a professional background in finance and over 10 years of experience in customer service and team leadership. I... |
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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!