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 Maria Personalized English or Spanish lessons tailored to you.My interactive approach focuses on practical language use, making learning enjoyable and effective. Whether you need help mastering grammar... Personalized English or Spanish lessons tailored to you.My interactive approach focuses on practical language use, making learning enjoyable and effective. Whether you need help mastering grammar... |
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 £20/hr Jeanne 4.7 I am a passionate teacher with a communicative and immersive approach aiming at making students independant speakersI teach in a communicative way, aiming at real life situations, with ambitious goals encouraging student's self-confidence to guide them to... I am a passionate teacher with a communicative and immersive approach aiming at making students independant speakersI teach in a communicative way, aiming at real life situations, with ambitious goals encouraging student's self-confidence to guide them to... |
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 £18/hr Ugne Online teacher trying to create positive learning environment, with a focus on conversation, real life situations.Lessons with a focus on the areas that need to be improved, engaging and interactive. Diverse materials helping to work on different skills... Online teacher trying to create positive learning environment, with a focus on conversation, real life situations.Lessons with a focus on the areas that need to be improved, engaging and interactive. Diverse materials helping to work on different skills... |
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 £15/hr First class free Savannah Spanish Tutor offering online lessons to students of all ages.I am a private tutor with experience with a variety of ages. I received the California State Seal of Biliteracy, acknowledging my fluency i... Spanish Tutor offering online lessons to students of all ages.I am a private tutor with experience with a variety of ages. I received the California State Seal of Biliteracy, acknowledging my fluency i... |
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 £10/hr First class free Mariam Native speaker; lessons for any level, goal-tailoredWhether you want to learn how to have a casual conversation or to write an academic essay; be it grammar, spelling or pronunciation, readin... Native speaker; lessons for any level, goal-tailoredWhether you want to learn how to have a casual conversation or to write an academic essay; be it grammar, spelling or pronunciation, readin... |
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 £25/hr First class free Victoria I give private lessons to people that have difficulty in Spanish.Teaching is one of my favourite thing to do, as the student that I am I know how do students feel when they need support in a particular su... I give private lessons to people that have difficulty in Spanish.Teaching is one of my favourite thing to do, as the student that I am I know how do students feel when they need support in a particular su... |
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 £25/hr Rodrigo Adaptable and experienced educator with strong communication skills, a focus on adult learners, and expertise in tailoring methodsI will teach by tailoring my approach to each student’s needs, combining practical applications with engaging lessons to ensure understandi... Adaptable and experienced educator with strong communication skills, a focus on adult learners, and expertise in tailoring methodsI will teach by tailoring my approach to each student’s needs, combining practical applications with engaging lessons to ensure understandi... |
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 £15/hr Cristina Let's learn! Fun, energetic tutor with 7+ years' experience offering personalized lessons.Teaching is my superpower! I’m here to help you gain confidence and improve your skills by making learning interactive and all about you. T... Let's learn! Fun, energetic tutor with 7+ years' experience offering personalized lessons.Teaching is my superpower! I’m here to help you gain confidence and improve your skills by making learning interactive and all about you. T... |
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£12/hr Joseph Padilla Sibaja I'm a native Spanish speaker and my lessons are aimed to all the studentsQuieres aprender el idioma Español? No dudes en contactarme! Tienes la oportunidad de aprender con un hispanohablante que tiene mucho para... I'm a native Spanish speaker and my lessons are aimed to all the studentsQuieres aprender el idioma Español? No dudes en contactarme! Tienes la oportunidad de aprender con un hispanohablante que tiene mucho para... |
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 £25/hr First class free Cristina A very lively person with great potential in teaching, my goal has always been to inspire others to continue teachingWith empathy And motivation in such a way that they always want to keep learning constantly And making way for new opportunities And experi... A very lively person with great potential in teaching, my goal has always been to inspire others to continue teachingWith empathy And motivation in such a way that they always want to keep learning constantly And making way for new opportunities And experi... |
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 £20/hr Elizabeth I work one-on-one with students to understand their needs to tailor a custom plan for learning and academic improvement.I have a year experience as a tutor in areas such as middle school & high school Spanish, language arts, and reading & grammar. I have a Ba... I work one-on-one with students to understand their needs to tailor a custom plan for learning and academic improvement.I have a year experience as a tutor in areas such as middle school & high school Spanish, language arts, and reading & grammar. I have a Ba... |
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 £15/hr First class free Joseph I offer remote tutoring sessions to people of any age who want to learn SpanishI will use my Linguistics degree to give you a personalised lesson plan that will not only help you learn Spanish, but develop general lang... I offer remote tutoring sessions to people of any age who want to learn SpanishI will use my Linguistics degree to give you a personalised lesson plan that will not only help you learn Spanish, but develop general lang... |
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 £12/hr Manuela Echeverri-Vasco I give lessons to secondary level as experiencedI teach best when it comes face to face as it allows for better communication and understanding in how to address any doubts or questions.... I give lessons to secondary level as experiencedI teach best when it comes face to face as it allows for better communication and understanding in how to address any doubts or questions.... |
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 £18/hr First class free Yaiza Personalized Spanish Lessons with an expert Native Tutor for all levels and agesHola! I'm a qualified Spanish teacher with a Degree in Primary Education and a Master's in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE). My... Personalized Spanish Lessons with an expert Native Tutor for all levels and agesHola! I'm a qualified Spanish teacher with a Degree in Primary Education and a Master's in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE). My... |
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£35/hr Yamileth MIS CLASES VAN DIRIGIAS A NIÑOS, JOVENES Y ADULTOS, SOY INTERACTIVA Y PROACTIVAME AJUSTO A LO QUE LA PERSONA REQUIERA, DESDE LO BASICO A LO TECNICO, SI DEL IDIOMA ESPAÑOL SE TRATA, ES DECIR, TENGO CONOCIMIENTOS COMERCI... MIS CLASES VAN DIRIGIAS A NIÑOS, JOVENES Y ADULTOS, SOY INTERACTIVA Y PROACTIVAME AJUSTO A LO QUE LA PERSONA REQUIERA, DESDE LO BASICO A LO TECNICO, SI DEL IDIOMA ESPAÑOL SE TRATA, ES DECIR, TENGO CONOCIMIENTOS COMERCI... |
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 £15/hr First class free Zan 5 Native Spanish Speaker, taught in both Spanish and English school. Happy to tutor anyone regardless the level/ageNative Spanish Speaker, completed high school in Spain, then moved to the UK where i took my GCSE's and I'm currently studying A Level Span... Native Spanish Speaker, taught in both Spanish and English school. Happy to tutor anyone regardless the level/ageNative Spanish Speaker, completed high school in Spain, then moved to the UK where i took my GCSE's and I'm currently studying A Level Span... |
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 £11/hr Katie I would love to use my passion for languages to help others!i can help tackle weak spots and spot mistakes. It would be 100% personalised to your weaknesses and needs. I understand languages are diff... I would love to use my passion for languages to help others!i can help tackle weak spots and spot mistakes. It would be 100% personalised to your weaknesses and needs. I understand languages are diff... |
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 £20/hr Milenka I am a Spanish native speaker with experience in teaching children and adultsTeaching is one of the common activities I used to do when I was working with communities, my skils are initiative, leadership, adaptabilit... I am a Spanish native speaker with experience in teaching children and adultsTeaching is one of the common activities I used to do when I was working with communities, my skils are initiative, leadership, adaptabilit... |
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£18/hr Carlos Native Cuban Spanish tutor with advanced coursework from both Cuba and the U.S., offering engaging and personalized lessons for hiWith advanced Spanish coursework from both Cuba and the U.S., I have a deep understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and cultural nuances. I’l... Native Cuban Spanish tutor with advanced coursework from both Cuba and the U.S., offering engaging and personalized lessons for hiWith advanced Spanish coursework from both Cuba and the U.S., I have a deep understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and cultural nuances. I’l... |
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 £16/hr Ivana Bilingual in Spanish-English (native Spanish speaker), based in the U.S., I can give online private lessons in Spanish and EnglishI can give personalized classes based on proficiency level, focused on learning the language, speaking, reading, or writing. Private lesson... Bilingual in Spanish-English (native Spanish speaker), based in the U.S., I can give online private lessons in Spanish and EnglishI can give personalized classes based on proficiency level, focused on learning the language, speaking, reading, or writing. Private lesson... |
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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!