PlaySpanish® is a program designed to introduce children to the Spanish language and culture through a play-based curriculum. Our objective is to offer a program where both children and parents can share time together in a festive and cheerful atmosphere. When approached this way, the language becomes a lively and captivating experience for everybody involved. While in class, children participate in a variety of activities that includes arts, crafts, story-telling, puppetry, music, dance, and games. As several parents have said: "PlaySpanish® is learning made fun."
We, Carmela Tondo-Mata and Ricardo Mata, started the program in January 1997 with a group of 5 students. As we celebrate our 13th year playing with children, we have approximately 4,000 students enrolled. Over the past 12 years, we have worked with over 12,000 children.
The classes are led by degreed native speakers and conducted in a small-group setting with an average class size of 8 students. Classes last between 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the age of the children.
The groups are organized by age and previous exposure to the language so that nobody feels left out or behind. In a typical group, the age range is no more than 2 or 2 ½ years of age between the youngest and the oldest child.
Parents are encouraged to join us in class whenever possible. Since the setting is very casual, a PlaySpanish® class is a great way to relax and spend quality time with your child.
