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About La Casa del Español

La Casa del Español is a Spanish language academy in Annandale, VA. We offer private and group classes for all ages and levels — online and in-person — taught by native-speaking, certified instructors.

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Mini Toledo – Spanish for Little Learners

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Mini Toledo – Ages 0–8

Spanish for Little Learners

Mini Toledo is our specialized immersive Spanish program for babies and young children ages 0–8. Using proven play-based methods — songs, stories, movement, and games — children absorb Spanish naturally and joyfully, building a bilingual foundation that lasts a lifetime. Inspired by the world's leading children's language schools, our program is adapted for the DMV community by certified native instructors.

Mini Toledo – Spanish for Little Learners

Ages 0–8

Little Learners

Online & In-Person

Format

Private or Group

Max 6 Kids

Program Levels by Age

🎵 Ages 0–3
Little Stars

First words through songs, rhymes, and sensory play. Parent participation welcome.

  • Songs & nursery rhymes
  • Sensory activities
  • Colors and animals
  • Parent-baby bonding
🌟 Ages 2–5
Mini Toledo

Vocabulary through interactive play, flashcards, and storytelling.

  • Colors, numbers & shapes
  • Animals & food vocabulary
  • Simple greetings
  • Group play activities
🚀 Ages 5–8
Spanish Explorers

Structured classes combining play with early reading and conversation skills.

  • Conversational Spanish
  • Stories & creative writing
  • Songs & performance
  • Transition to A1 level
Mini Toledo – Learning is better together

What Your Child Will Learn

  • Recognize and say colors, numbers 1–20, and basic shapes in Spanish
  • Name animals, family members, body parts, and common objects
  • Understand and use simple greetings: hola, adiós, buenos días, gracias
  • Sing Spanish songs and recite nursery rhymes with correct pronunciation
  • Follow simple instructions in Spanish: siéntate, ven aquí, escucha
  • Identify and express basic emotions in Spanish: feliz, triste, enojado
  • Build vocabulary through play, stories, and interactive games
  • Develop phonological awareness and native-like accent from an early age

Topics Covered

Songs & Rhymes

Classic Spanish nursery rhymes, action songs, and musical games that make vocabulary stick

Stories & Storytelling

Age-appropriate picture books and interactive stories read by native teachers

Art & Crafts in Spanish

Creative activities where children learn vocabulary through hands-on projects

Play-Based Games

Vocabulary games, flashcard activities, and movement games that reinforce learning

Body & Movement

Body parts, actions, and expressions learned through dance and TPR (Total Physical Response)

Food & Daily Life

Fruits, vegetables, and mealtime vocabulary — connecting Spanish to everyday moments

Prerequisites

None — Mini Toledo is designed for children with zero Spanish exposure. Parents are welcome and encouraged to join Little Stars sessions (Ages 0–3) to reinforce learning at home.

Mini Toledo – Ages 0–8

Max 6 children per group

Every Saturday morning · Annandale, VA

Only 3 spots left for July

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Available Formats
  • Online – Private (parent + child, 1-on-1)
  • Online – Group (max 6 kids)
  • In-Person – Private (parent + child)
  • In-Person – Group (max 6 kids)

* Little Stars (Ages 0–3): parent participation recommended

Questions Parents Ask

Everything you need to know before booking your free trial.

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Next Steps After Mini Toledo

Mini Toledo graduates are ready to start the CEFR A1 level at around age 6–8.

Mini Toledo – Current
Spanish for Little Learners

Ages 0–8 · No prerequisites

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A1 – Next Step
Complete Beginner

~60 hours · Ages 6+

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A2 – Elementary
Elementary

~90 hours · Requires A1

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