Spanish For Kids
Spanish lessons for children are currently unavailable
Why encourage the learning of a LOTE (Language Other Than English-Spanish) in young children?
- Learning any second language is good for young people’s mental development. Research shows that when it comes to learning languages, the earlier you start, the better and easier it is.
- Learning a second language not only provides a deeper understanding of other cultures and societies, it also provides the student with additional all- round advantages including enhanced literacy, verbal and mathematical skills, increased creativity and improved ability to solve complex problems.
- All-round advantages, including enhanced literacy, verbal and mathematical skills, increased creativity, and improved ability to solve complex problems.
- Spanish is the second largest language in number of speakers in the world! Learning Spanish will help your child to communicate with over 500 million people in many different countries throughout the world.
Our classes
Through interactive activities, story telling and games, Farolito’s Spanish classes for children develop your child’s language skills whilst stimulating their imagination. For the youngest learners, the focus is on oral language development; literacy is introduced from school age. Our experienced teachers ensure to provide a nurturing and playful space for your children to learn Spanish.
Cultural understanding is a fundamental part of the learning process and children are encouraged to “view” their world through a different culture.
Private lessons for kids
Children 5 to 12 years old
We offer private Spanish lessons for your kids at the comfort of your home or online.
Examples of central topics each term:
- This is me (introducing themselves, exchanging basic personal information such as age, pets, etc.)
- This is my family
- My city
- People in my city
- Earth is my home
- Water is life
- Let’s play music
Classes include:
- An introduction/Recap
- An activity to set the context
- A creative activity/project activity to enhance the child’s imagination and reinforce vocabulary and grammar structures in the long term memory
- A farewell activity
Spanish for kids – Sample Lesson Plan
Do you have some previous experience learning Spanish, but you are unsure of your level?
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Testimonials
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I couldn’t be happier with the classes I have taken at Farolito. It’s accessible, informative and lots of fun. I love the way the culture of Spain and Latin America is a part of every class, it keeps me engaged and wanting to continue learning. I had Sarah for beginner 1 & 2 and I loved her passion and energy and now have Jan for beginner 3 who has taken things to the next level. Really loving the class. For anyone interested in learning Spanish I highly recommend this school.
Nathan Rix
August 21, 2024Starting to learn Spanish at Farolito has been a great experience. The classes are always engaging and interactive (regardless of whether they are online or in-person). Jan's knowledge of languages generally really stands out, and his approach to teaching beginners is first class.
Thomas Borland
January 29, 2021I’m currently more than half way through Beginners 1 with Farolito, and I’m thoroughly enjoying the weekly sessions. Jan is a highly experienced and patient teacher, and our classes have provided a supportive environment for each of us to develop our understanding and use of the Spanish language. I love how practical each of the lessons have been so far and the accumulated knowledge I’ve gained. Looking forward to progressing even further with Farolito!
Simone Pinto
March 7, 2024 -
The beginners class has been terrific. It has been interesting, challenging and fun. Our teacher Hector is a very capable, dedicated teacher. I am learning so much and will definitely continue with Farolita!
Michael Heath
March 15, 2023Farolito has been incredible - Jan is an incredibly patient teacher, I couldn't recommend him more. The small classes make you feel comfortable and create such a trusting environment to learn a language. Give Farolito a try!
Lidia Boniwell
January 4, 2023Syon neel- Farolito is the best Spanish school in Melbourne by far. Every lesson shows an impressive amount of dedication and care on the teacher's part. The price is incredibly low and the quality of lessons is high. I would recommend it to anybody who wants to learn Spanish.
suneelacn Bhaskar
October 12, 2021 -
I would highly recommend Farolito for anyone interested or even curious in learning Spanish! I have thoroughly loved attending classes with Jan. The classes are engaging, fun and creative! Even in the first few beginners classes, we were having small conversations in Spanish.
Felicity McSwain
October 19, 2021My Tuesday evening face to face Spanish classes are always the highlight of my week! The small class of seven other students is a great environment to learn a new language as I feel comfortable speaking to my classmates one on one and in front of the whole class. Jan is a fantastic teacher who uses his linguistics background to paint a complete picture of the Spanish language from the origins of words to the structure of the sounds. I am already keen to re-enrol for Term 2 to further build upon the basics and essentials covered in Term 1. ¡Muchas gracias Jan y Farolito!
Magenta Neath-Cowan
March 17, 2022 -
I love this school. Atmosphere is great. Teachers are patient and really have helped me. Highly recommend this school.
Nomadtero
August 31, 2022 -
I love my weekly Spanish classes at Farolito! The small classes are great and I feel much more confident speaking than before I started. Highly recommend signing up for some classes if you need the push to take your Spanish to the next level 🙂
Annabel Heron
August 28, 2023Fantastic course with small classes, lots of conversation and great teachers. Muchos gracias Jan y todos de Farolito!
Angus Michael
April 1, 2022I’ve loved completing level 1 Spanish at Farolito. The classes are small and interactive. Jan is a great teacher, very knowledgeable in language and also we learn a lot about the difference of language in each Spanish speaking country. I’m looking forward to starting level 2 at Farolito.
Jessie Reigosa
January 8, 2024 -
Farolito has given me an excellent start to developing my spanish skills. Each course is well thought out and lessons are engaging and interactive. Their swift movement to online teaching was fantastic as well. Jan's extensive knowledge of language makes him an excellent teacher and his passion for teaching is always evident. I have thoroughly enjoyed the three beginners courses I have taken and look forward to continuing my journey and learning more about the Spanish Language. Thank you Jan and Farolito!
Kim Mosbach
July 10, 2020Farolito is an amazing school where the teacher make it so much fun to learn! Because of the small size of the group, we can have plenty of practice speaking and it makes it easy for interaction. If you are thinking about learning Spanish, I highly recommend it!
helene larochelle
July 13, 2021Farolito has excellent Spanish classes. The classes are taught in a structured way with a relaxed atmosphere. I don't feel like i'm missing out on anything by doing the online courses which suit me well as I live far from the city! Jan is a great teacher and I would highly recommend trying out Farolito 🙂
Benjamin Reimann
March 22, 2022 -
Absolutely love the classes and the teaching. It is the highlight of my week. I enjoy the small classes and the homely experience. The teachers are native speakers and I am amazed at their wealth of knowledge regarding the language and customs of the spanish speaking world. Felicidades! Nicholas Parellis
Nick PARELLIS
March 16, 2023 -
For me it’s been great learning Spanish with Farolito. The teachers are so energetic and fun, and are very keen for you to learn. And my classes have always been small which is very helpful. I’ll sign up again soon when the borders to the Spanish-speaking world open!
Kerry W
July 6, 2020Me and my 3 amigos signed up to get our Spanish up to scratch before a trip to south America. We managed to squeeze in three terms, which have been absolutely brilliant. Both Jan, the owner and Zoe, our teacher really cared about our development and were both really good teachers. We could not have asked for more! Would recommend to anyone and everyone interested in starting to learn this beautiful language 🙂
Igor Karasyov
June 11, 2022 -
The first term in the beginners class with Farolito was excellent. My learning of the language, being present in the classroom, is so much better than online learning. You get to learn alongside other people who are going through the same stuff that you are and can share your experiences immediately. And most importantly, you get an excellent structured approach and weekly homework that makes sure you study between the classes. Our Spanish born teacher brought an awesome amount of energy as well which made the learning engaging and fun. ¡Muy bien! Highly recommended.
Geoff Woods
August 25, 2022