Enrollment open December 2024!

Enrollment open December 2024!

The Speak Spot

“the spot” where kids love to learn English!

  • Full Immersion

    with an American instructor

  • Maximum kids

    per group

  • Hands-on

    Learning through: Art, Cooking, Yoga, Song, Dance & Play

  • Age Groups

    3-6 or 6-9 years old

  • 1 hour & 45 minutes

    Sessions

  • Wednesdays & Sundays

    Courses offered

  • Location

  • Snack Time

    in every class to exercise real life conversations & good manners

Did you know..?

Research shows learning a second language at an early age can boost problem-solving, critical-thinking and listening skills. It has also shown to improve memory, concentration and the ability to multitask.

Studies have also shown that bilingual children tend to be more adaptable to new environments and getting out of their “comfort zone.” By having boosted curiosity with less fear of something different, they’re more likely to create new bonds and eventually grow into open-minded adults. 

What makes our approach

different?

  • Learning a new language should be fun, especially for kids!

  • The Speak Spot was inspired by seeing a lack of positivity in foreign language learning in stark contrast to the quick organic development of kids who were exposed to complete language immersion. 

    Here, an enthusiastic, native English speaker creates meaningful experiences that inspire a love for learning English and curiosity to get to know people from other cultures. 

    • Encourages positivity always 

    • Organic development through fully immersive fun 

    • No workbooks

    • No grades

  • Song & dance, Cooking, Yoga, Process art, and Sensory educational tools

  • captivate kids’ attention and keep their concentration. Interactive learning through movement and activities that decrease focus on mistakes, helps boost self-expression & positivity and in turn critical thinking!

    • A variety of interactive, child-led activities that are short and sweet to captivate attention and keep concentration

    • Educational tools that decrease focus on mistakes and boost critical thinking and motor skills

    • Movements and projects that encourage positivity and self-expression

  • Kids get the time they need to fully immerse themselves in English, while keeping each activity short & sweet enough to retain their attention.

  • 1 hour and 45 minute fully immersive English sessions

    • Learning through play & engagement

    • Ever-changing variety of short & sweet activities

    • Enough time to absorb the English-only atmosphere

    • A weekly routine that makes them feel at home

    • Enough time for parents to use however they want!

  • Each session is thoughtfully curated with age-appropriate activities that support: hands-on learning, collaborative play, creativity and imagination.

  • In alignment with Montessori classrooms, the goal is to nurture each child’s individual strengths and interests to develop self-confidence and a love for learning. Children learn through their own experience and at their own pace. 

    • Mixed age groups

      • Ages 3 - 6

      • Ages 6 - 9

    • Themes based on kindness and nature

    • Activities focused on cooperation over competition

    • Curated experiences based on Practical Life and Grace & Courtesy

    • Patient and pressure free environment

How Do I Sign Up?

What Speak Spot parents have to say...

  • "My son was always excited to attend so at the beginning we thought the lessons were mostly cool activities for the kids to enjoy but then after a few months we went on vacation to New York and we were surprised to discover that our 5 year old son can communicate his needs in english. In our opinion this is Danielle’s greatest asset as a teacher - you think you’re just having fun with other kids but there it is, you speak english.”

    - St. Mande mom

  • “Danielle est une excellente enseignante. Elle propose un programme pédagogique riche, les enfants sont dans un climat de confiance pour s'exprimer. Nous recommandons les yeux fermés !”

    - St. Mande mom

  • "Si vous voulez initier l’anglais à vos petits choux, je recommande le groupe « the Speak Spot » à Saint Mandé. Ma fille de cinq ans est très enthousiaste et me demande de l’emmener tous les dimanches matin rejoindre son groupe de copines."

    - St. Mande dad

  • "I highly recommend English classes with Danielle. She’s great with kids and makes children learn English while having fun. She also puts a lot of effort into keeping the classes entertaining while using original teaching aids."

    - St. Mande dad

  • "La classe de Danielle est vraiment la meilleure manière pour les enfants d'approcher la langue anglaise. L'enfant immergé dans la langue est actif dans son apprentissage. Notre fille de 6 ans ne s'y trompe pas et adore aller aux cours."

    - St. Mande mom

  • “Danielle was the best teacher my son ever had - he thinks that and we think that. We loved how well structured the lessons were and he loved that they were lots of fun."

    - St. Mande Mom

  • "Danielle, la professeur d’anglais venue des USA, est très pédagogue. Elle accompagne très bien les enfants qui n’ont pas l’impression d’assister à un cours. Tout se fait sous forme de jeux ou d’activités."

    - St. Mande Dad

  • "Des parents anglo-saxons sont aussi présents avec leurs enfants. Ce qui facilite et accélère l’apprentissage. Tout cela dans une excellente ambiance. Je recommande vivement !"

    - St. Mande dad

  • After just a couple of months of classes, our 5-year-old was able to communicate with his American cousins at a decent level. Many teachers will tell you they teach through play, but with Danielle, it's the first time I've actually seen this approach work so effectively.

    - St. Mande dad

  • "Un apprentissage qui passe par le mouvement et la créativité permettant aux enfants d'apprendre sans s'en rendre compte dans le plus grand plaisir."

    - St Mande mom

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