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.
 £15/hr First class free Bakhtawar I would be happy to help you provide spanish lessons as I'm a native speakerI love engaging with children, specifically teaching them new things. I believe teaching is vital for children as it provides the basic blo... I would be happy to help you provide spanish lessons as I'm a native speakerI love engaging with children, specifically teaching them new things. I believe teaching is vital for children as it provides the basic blo... |
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 £20/hr Gabriel Caring, patient, creative, and attentive individual, dedicated to helping anyone who wants to improve their Spanish skills.Let me know your level of Spanish, and I’ll tailor our sessions to suit your needs—whether you’re an absolute beginner or looking for a ref... Caring, patient, creative, and attentive individual, dedicated to helping anyone who wants to improve their Spanish skills.Let me know your level of Spanish, and I’ll tailor our sessions to suit your needs—whether you’re an absolute beginner or looking for a ref... |
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 £12/hr Laura Native Spanish speaker from Colombia. Eager to learn to be a tutor and, in the future, become a professor.English is my second language, so I understand the challenges of learning a new one. While teaching you Spanish, I also hope to continue gr... Native Spanish speaker from Colombia. Eager to learn to be a tutor and, in the future, become a professor.English is my second language, so I understand the challenges of learning a new one. While teaching you Spanish, I also hope to continue gr... |
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£20/hr Imogen I am a languages student at the University of Cambridge and have studied Spanish for over 10 years.I love teaching and that is why I offer private Spanish tutoring lessons. I have studied Spanish for over 10 years and now live in Madrid a... I am a languages student at the University of Cambridge and have studied Spanish for over 10 years.I love teaching and that is why I offer private Spanish tutoring lessons. I have studied Spanish for over 10 years and now live in Madrid a... |
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 £18/hr Jazmin Uehara I consider myself a practical and fun person. If you are looking to speak Spanish and have a patience teacher, contact me!I like to give private lessons to students since each one has a different way of learning. At the end of each lesson I like to finish with... I consider myself a practical and fun person. If you are looking to speak Spanish and have a patience teacher, contact me!I like to give private lessons to students since each one has a different way of learning. At the end of each lesson I like to finish with... |
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 £20/hr Zhang, Jingshuo I like to learn and challenge new thingsI will teach with patience, clarity, interactive activities, real-life examples, encouragement, personalized strategies, fostering curiosit... I like to learn and challenge new thingsI will teach with patience, clarity, interactive activities, real-life examples, encouragement, personalized strategies, fostering curiosit... |
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 £20/hr First class free Elena Native Spanish Teacher | 15+ Years of Experience With a degree and a master’s in Teaching, I’m here to support you in mastering SNative Spanish Teacher | 15+ Years of Experience
With a degree and a master’s in Teaching, I’m here to support you in mastering Spanish! I... Native Spanish Teacher | 15+ Years of Experience With a degree and a master’s in Teaching, I’m here to support you in mastering SNative Spanish Teacher | 15+ Years of Experience
With a degree and a master’s in Teaching, I’m here to support you in mastering Spanish! I... |
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 £15/hr Julio I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.Style Flipped Classroom
It is about turning upside down the way we have conceived academic learning up until now. The actors and the way o... I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.Style Flipped Classroom
It is about turning upside down the way we have conceived academic learning up until now. The actors and the way o... |
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 £20/hr Xiaoyan Peng Learn Chinese with me in a personalized, fun, and rewarding way.I offer carefully designed and fully personalized private lessons tailored to help you achieve your goals. By understanding each student's... Learn Chinese with me in a personalized, fun, and rewarding way.I offer carefully designed and fully personalized private lessons tailored to help you achieve your goals. By understanding each student's... |
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 £20/hr First class free Benjamín Spanish native speaker teacher. Very patient, confident and friendly. Spanish teaches students all agesLearn Spanish with a Passionate person!I am a native Spanish speaker and a former lawyer with a deep passion for teaching. I specialize in... Spanish native speaker teacher. Very patient, confident and friendly. Spanish teaches students all agesLearn Spanish with a Passionate person!I am a native Spanish speaker and a former lawyer with a deep passion for teaching. I specialize in... |
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£41/hr Roxana Native English and Spanish speaker offering fun, interactive lessons in English for adults and Spanish for children.If you want to learn for an exam or simply for cultural purposes to I can help you with both Spanish and/or English online works best but o... Native English and Spanish speaker offering fun, interactive lessons in English for adults and Spanish for children.If you want to learn for an exam or simply for cultural purposes to I can help you with both Spanish and/or English online works best but o... |
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 £25/hr First class free 5(2 Reviews)Irene Native Spanish speaker with several years of experience teaching children and teenagersLooking to improve your Spanish? Whether you're a beginner or want to refine your skills, I offer engaging, conversation-focused lessons fo... Native Spanish speaker with several years of experience teaching children and teenagersLooking to improve your Spanish? Whether you're a beginner or want to refine your skills, I offer engaging, conversation-focused lessons fo... |
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 £25/hr Erica Interesting and interactive private lessons right for you!Sharing my knowledge with you will give you the greatest opportunity to become fluent and successful in English and Spanish!
Let’s go have... Interesting and interactive private lessons right for you!Sharing my knowledge with you will give you the greatest opportunity to become fluent and successful in English and Spanish!
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£15/hr Rabeya Khatun I'm a passionate and I want to give lessons to learn SpanishI finish my secondary in Spain I was leaving 21 years in Barcelona and work as a interpreter at court and police station. That's my experi... I'm a passionate and I want to give lessons to learn SpanishI finish my secondary in Spain I was leaving 21 years in Barcelona and work as a interpreter at court and police station. That's my experi... |
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 £20/hr Diana-Lavinia Croitoru I give private lessons at a tailored levelI am doing one-to-one tuition and I am very passionate and enthusiastic about foreign languages. I am adapting to your needs and very flexi... I give private lessons at a tailored levelI am doing one-to-one tuition and I am very passionate and enthusiastic about foreign languages. I am adapting to your needs and very flexi... |
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 £30/hr 5(3 Reviews)Lucia A native Spanish speaker with 4 years of teaching experience at KS3, 4 and 5I teach Spanish online via google meet. My current tutees are in Y10 and Y11 working towards their GCSEs. I provide all material based on l... A native Spanish speaker with 4 years of teaching experience at KS3, 4 and 5I teach Spanish online via google meet. My current tutees are in Y10 and Y11 working towards their GCSEs. I provide all material based on l... |
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 £19/hr Angie Would you like to learn Spanish? I can help you to achieve it!I'm ready to give you one to one lessons according to your needs. I'm a native spanish speaker and also I can speak English and Italian. Le... Would you like to learn Spanish? I can help you to achieve it!I'm ready to give you one to one lessons according to your needs. I'm a native spanish speaker and also I can speak English and Italian. Le... |
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£30/hr Miss Suzanne julie berry I teach teenage students to ace their high school exams and adults how to enjoy their holidays to the fullest chatting to locals.I a a private tutor with 10 years experience working with individuals and groups of all levels and capacities. I usually use Sueños with m... I teach teenage students to ace their high school exams and adults how to enjoy their holidays to the fullest chatting to locals.I a a private tutor with 10 years experience working with individuals and groups of all levels and capacities. I usually use Sueños with m... |
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 £14/hr First class free Katie I would like to offer Spanish lessons for primary and GCSE levelI am a private tutor with recent experience in exam and revision technique. I offer 1:1 sessions providing targeted practice and advice for... I would like to offer Spanish lessons for primary and GCSE levelI am a private tutor with recent experience in exam and revision technique. I offer 1:1 sessions providing targeted practice and advice for... |
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£9/hr First class free Manuel Manuel is a native spanish speaker and helps all ages and levelsVas a hablar, leer y escribir el español más rápido que de lo que piensas. Manuel is a native spanish speaker and helps all ages and levelsVas a hablar, leer y escribir el español más rápido que de lo que piensas. |
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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!