Lango classes are a dynamic and engaging way for kids to learn Spanish, French, and Mandarin. Our teachers are dedicated to guiding students through language acquisition through fun activities and challenges.
The Lango method is based on several proven approaches to teaching a second language: Total Physical Response (TPR), The Rassias Method, the Theory of Multiple Intelligences and full immersion. Our unique method ensures that in every class, our students are given many different ways to acquire and understand the target language. Students are engaged in fun, adventure-themed “challenges” which help them acquire new vocabulary and grammar through music, movement-based activities, tactile games, playacting and basic conversation. These challenges become increasingly complex as students understand more in the target language.
Most importantly, it works! Parents and students see results after just one series of classes:
Toddler Spanish (15 mos. - 3 yrs.)
Children in this class don't sit still for long! Accompanied by parents or caregivers, these young "students" (ages 1 1/2 to 3 years) start learning Spanish through a variety of activities engaging their minds and bodies. Music and movement form the foundation for the classes, as the children sing simple, rhythmic songs and dance, run, spin and jump around the room! Meanwhile, our teachers work with the accompanying adults, teaching them age-appropriate games and activities so that they can reinforce learning at home. These "playclasses" are great for parents and caregivers who want to learn a new language alongside their children!
Pre-K Spanish Class (3-6 years)
Fun and play form the foundation for our preschoolers foreign language classes. Within two or three classes, kids ages 3-6 learn key phrases in their new language through simple, repeated songs and chants. Meanwhile, they become familiar with more complex aspects of the language by engaging in "adventures," tactile and movement-based games that require them to solve simple problems - in their new language, of course! These adventures, starring the Lango Kids, our multicultural cast of characters, take students to other lands and cultures to ensure that their language instruction is combined with cultural exposure. Preschooler foreign language classes are great for kids who are enrolled in preschool, but have not yet started kindergarten.
Spanish - Ages 1-5
12 months-5 years
Parent attendance is optional!! Fun and play form the foundation for our preschool foreign language classes. Within two or three classes, kids learn key phrases in their new language through simple, repeated songs and chants. Children learn Spanish through a variety of activities engaging their minds and bodies. Kids develop language skills while they sing simple, rhythmic songs; engage in fun art projects or dance, run, and jump around the room!
Spanish - Ages 6-11
Our early elementary students learn their new languages through adventures, activities that require increasing levels of engagement and understanding over time, and that reward kids with a feeling of accomplishment. A simple literacy component ensures that these students not only listen, speak, sing and play in their new language, but read and write as well.
Mandarin Chinese - Ages 6-11
Our early elementary students learn their new languages through adventures, activities that require increasing levels of engagement and understanding over time, and that reward kids with a feeling of accomplishment. A simple literacy component ensures that these students not only listen, speak, sing and play in their new language, but read and write as well.
Toddler Chinese (15 mos.-3yrs.)
Parent attendance is optional!! Fun and play form the foundation for our preschool foreign language classes. Within two or three classes, kids learn key phrases in their new language through simple, repeated songs and chants. Children learn Mandarin Chinese through a variety of activities engaging their minds and bodies. Kids develop language skills while they sing simple, rhythmic songs; engage in fun art projects or dance, run, and jump around the room!
French - Ages 1-5
Parent attendance is optional!! Fun and play form the foundation for our preschool foreign language classes. Within two or three classes, kids learn key phrases in their new language through simple, repeated songs and chants. Children learn French through a variety of activities engaging their minds and bodies. Kids develop language skills while they sing simple, rhythmic songs; engage in fun art projects or dance, run, and jump around the room!
SPANISH Camp Lango (3-11 years old)
Camp Lango is a terrific way for kids ages 3-11 to learn and/or review Spanish while enjoying summertime fun. Lango campers spend each week immersed in an exciting part of the Latin American world. Lango's dynamic, experienced teachers serve as counselors, and are supported by a team of native-speaking and fluent assistant counselors. Campers spend each day moving from one activity to the next, including special "No English!" times, designed to provide an immersion experience while still allowing for a ton of fun. A week or more of Camp Lango is guaranteed to boost your child's new language ability!
Dates: August 13-17, 2012 August 20-24, 2012 August 27-31, 2012
Times: Half-Day - 9:00-12:00pm Full-Day - 9:00-4:00pm
Cost: $275/week (half day) $375/week (full day)
MANDARIN Camp Lango (3-11 years old)
Camp Lango is a terrific way for kids ages 3-11 to learn and/or review Mandarin Chinese while enjoying summertime fun. Lango campers spend each week immersed in an exciting part of the Asian world. Lango's dynamic, experienced teachers serve as counselors, and are supported by a team of native-speaking and fluent assistant counselors. Campers spend each day moving from one activity to the next, including special "No English!" times, designed to provide an immersion experience while still allowing for a ton of fun. A week or more of Camp Lango is guaranteed to boost your child's new language ability!
Dates: August 13-17, 2012 August 20-24, 2012 August 27-31, 2012
Times: Half-Day - 9:00-12:00pm Full-Day - 9:00-4:00pm
Cost: $275/week (half day) $375/week (full day)
Pre-K Mandarin Chinese (3-6 yrs.)
Fun and play form the foundation for our preschoolers foreign language classes. Within two or three classes, kids ages 3-5 years learn key phrases in their new language through simple, repeated songs and chants. Meanwhile, they become familiar with more complex aspects of the language by engaging in "adventures," tactile and movement-based games that require them to solve simple problems - in their new language, of course! These adventures, starring the Lango Kids, our multicultural cast of characters, take students to other lands and cultures to ensure that their language instruction is combined with cultural exposure. Preschooler foreign language classes are great for kids who are enrolled in preschool, but have not yet started kindergarten.
Spanish After-Care (Ages 5-11 years old)
LangoLearn After-Care offers school-age children a fun and challenging environment to develop their Spanish language skills. Activities will include arts & crafts, team sports, homework help and appropriate games and toys.
Dates: Fairfax County Public School Days - September 4, 2012 - June 18, 2013
Times: Monday-Friday - 2:30 - 5:30pm
Cost: $700/month
Mandarin Chinese After-Care (Ages 5-11 years old)
LangoLearn After-Care offers school-age children a fun and challenging environment to develop their Mandarin Chinese language skills. Activities will include arts & crafts, team sports, homework help and appropriate games and toys.
Dates: Fairfax County Public School Days - September 4, 2012 - June 18, 2013
Times: Monday-Friday - 2:30 - 5:30pm
Cost: $700/month