Spanish Lessons in School are the Only Way to Teach Children Spanish – Right? Wrong

by | Nov 21, 2025 | KS2 languages, Language classes, Language classes in schools, Language school, Languages, languages for children, MFL in primaries, Spanish classes

Three little girls in red and black dance dresses, learning flamenco as part of their Spanish lessons in school.

Spanish lessons in school have taken a turn during recent years – or should we say a giro. And now, they’re zapateado-ing and braceo-ing way beyond the structured confines of syntax and semantics.

So, think again if you think traditional Spanish lessons in school are the be all and end all of language learning for little learners. Because classrooms are suddenly becoming micro-episodes of Strictly, with dramatic Paso Dobles, swishy skirts, and those crucial flamenco arms.

Here’s why flamenco sessions deserve a perfect 10 score in your syllabus. 

Put Your Spin on a Cultural Classic with Serious School Appeal

 Flamenco originated as singing and clapping in sun-soaked south Spain, 200+ years ago.

Since then, it’s developed into an artistic explosion of Spanish guitars, foot stamping, hand clapping, finger snapping, and Mediterranean attitude.

In short, it’s colourful, loud, lively, expressive, and the opposite of sitting still, wrangling vocab and grammar during routine Spanish lessons in school.

Is it any wonder both kids and staff adore it – and the results it ignites? 

Flamenco Takes Spanish lessons in School to a Different Level

 Flamenco is both fun and genuinely good for children. It:

  • Improves flexibility & confidence
  • Boosts concentration
  • Reduces stress while encouraging creativity

And when you weave it into Spanish lessons? Y listo!

Moreover, it supports and promotes the following language learning, cultural and personal benefits: 

  • Better memory and intonation, thanks to rhythmic clapping and movement
  • More natural speaking practice with the use of dance related vocabulary
  • Active learning, helping pupils connect Spanish words to real actions
  • Deeper connection to Spanish heritage
  • Improved confidence and self-expression
  • Higher engagement than traditional textbook learning

 What Teachers Are Saying

 Here’s what a recent la Academia client had to say about our flamenco dancing for schools:

“We really enjoyed our Spanish culture workshops. The children loved the music, the festival atmosphere, and meeting someone native to Spain. It was a great day!”

Flamenco might just be your new favourite lesson plan too.

Get in touch with us if you’re curious about bringing a burst of Spanish culture and language learning confidence to your classrooms.