Personalized Spanish learning

Private Spanish Lessons Built Around the Learner

Choose focused Spanish instruction for a child or teenager through The Spanish Schoolhouse. Adult private Spanish lessons are provided through TOSS / The Online Spanish Schoolhouse, our dedicated adult-learning website.

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Your goals.
Your pace.

An alternative to group programs

One-on-One Spanish With a Personal Purpose

The Spanish Schoolhouse offers private lessons for learners who want individual attention, flexible scheduling or instruction focused on specific goals.

Teachers customize lessons around the learner’s age, existing Spanish ability, interests, learning preferences and reasons for studying. Programs can support conversation, school learning, travel, work, cultural connection or long-term fluency.

Who are the lessons for?

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Select the learner below to see the relevant formats, details and next steps.

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Private Spanish Lessons for Children

Age-appropriate instruction designed around a young learner’s level, personality, interests and educational goals.

  • Young children through teenagers
  • Virtual or eligible in-home options
  • Supportive, engaging instruction

TSSH checkout: All TSSH prices are shown before HST. E-transfer uses the pre-HST base price and 13% HST is added separately; if Stripe/card is selected, the 3% card adjustment is applied to the applicable pre-HST amount before HST.

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Private Spanish Lessons for Adults

Adult private Spanish instruction is provided through TOSS / The Online Spanish Schoolhouse, with current packages, pricing and registration maintained there.

  • Beginner through advanced levels
  • Live online access worldwide
  • Lessons adapted to personal goals
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Flexible ways to learn

Virtual and In-Person Private Lessons

Children’s private-lesson availability depends on age, requested format, schedule and location. Adult private lessons are offered separately through TOSS / The Online Spanish Schoolhouse and are available online worldwide.

A simple way to begin

Finding the Right Private Spanish Lesson

  1. 1

    Choose the Learner

    Use the children’s private-lessons page for learners ages 3–17, or visit TOSS for adult private lessons.

  2. 2

    Choose a Format

    Consider live virtual instruction or an eligible in-person lesson arrangement.

  3. 3

    Review Current Options

    For children, class pages show the current packages and registration path. Adult packages and registration are maintained separately on TOSS.

  4. 4

    Start a Personalized Plan

    Work with a teacher through lessons adapted to the learner’s needs and progress.

Experienced language educators

Qualified Teachers, Personalized Instruction

Classes are led by fluent and proficient language teachers. Our teaching team includes native Spanish speakers and educators who hold qualifications such as degrees in education, Master’s degrees in Applied Linguistics, DELE diplomas and Early Childhood Education diplomas.

Common questions

Private Spanish Lessons FAQ

Are in-home private lessons available for adults?

Individual adult Spanish learning is handled through TOSS / The Online Spanish Schoolhouse. TSSH does not maintain a separate adult private-lesson program. Review TOSS for the current private format, pricing, availability and registration.

Are private lessons one-on-one, or can siblings and friends participate together?

Private lessons may be arranged for one child or a small compatible group, subject to the current program limits. Learners should have compatible ages, levels and goals. See the participant and pricing details on our children's private lessons page.

Can a four- or ten-lesson bundle be shared between students?

A lesson bundle is assigned to the learner or approved group named during registration and cannot normally be divided informally among unrelated students. Ask our team before purchasing if multiple learners need instruction. Our children's private lessons page explains the available formats.

Can children take private Spanish lessons online from anywhere?

Virtual private lessons can be a flexible option for children outside our in-person service areas. Suitability depends on the learner’s age, needs, time zone and available instructor schedule. Explore our private Spanish lessons for children and inquire about virtual availability.

Can I choose my private-lesson day and time?

You can request preferred days and times. The final schedule is confirmed according to instructor availability, location and the selected lesson format. Submit your preferences through the appropriate private lesson inquiry.

Can I request a specific teacher?

You may include a teacher preference in your inquiry, but a particular instructor cannot be guaranteed. Matching depends on availability, location, schedule and the learner’s needs. Learn more about the format on our private lessons page.

Can lessons be customized around specific goals or interests?

Yes. Private and corporate Spanish lessons can be personalized around the learner’s current level, goals, interests and preferred pace.

Lessons may focus on conversation, pronunciation, grammar, travel, school support, exam preparation, workplace communication or the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Your instructor will select activities and learning materials that support your priorities while helping you build practical Spanish skills and confidence.

Does my child need previous Spanish experience?

No. Beginners are welcome in our children’s programs, and children who already understand or speak some Spanish can be placed according to their existing ability.

Our registration forms ask about the learner’s previous exposure to Spanish, current understanding and learning needs. Please include as much detail as possible so our team and instructor can recommend an appropriate class or adapt the lesson plan.

How long is each private lesson, and how often are they typically scheduled?
60 minutes per lesson

Each private lesson provides focused, personalized instruction.

Flexible scheduling

Lesson days and times are arranged based on your availability and instructor availability.

Many learners choose one or two lessons per week, but private lessons can be scheduled at a pace that suits the learner. Choose a single lesson or a bundle for more consistent learning and package savings.

Private Lessons at a Location of Your Choice

Virtual Private Lessons for Children

  • Single Lesson 1 lesson
    $60.00 before HST
    Choose this option

    Each additional participant receives 15% off.

  • 4-Lesson Bundle 4 lessons
    $220.00 before HST
    Choose this option

    Each additional participant receives 15% off.

  • 10-Lesson Bundle 10 lessons
    $500.00 before HST
    Choose this option

    Each additional participant receives 15% off.

How quickly can private lessons begin?

The start date depends on receiving a complete inquiry, matching the learner with an appropriate instructor and confirming the location and schedule. No start date is guaranteed until the arrangement is approved. Begin with the inquiry on our private lessons for children page.

In which regions do you provide in-home private Spanish lessons?
We provide children's private Spanish lessons at homes and agreed locations within our current service area.

Our current service areas are shown below. They are loaded from the shared private-lesson rules so this answer stays aligned when coverage changes.

Greater Toronto Area

Within a 25 km driving distance

Peterborough Area

Within a 45 km driving distance, including Lakefield

Driving distance is confirmed from the proposed lesson address. Service also depends on the requested schedule and instructor availability. Children outside these in-person areas can take live virtual private lessons from anywhere.

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What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule a private lesson?

Cancellation and rescheduling are governed by the notice requirements accepted during registration. Late cancellations or missed lessons may be charged. Please review the current terms shown through our registration page and contact your instructor or our team as soon as possible.

What levels of proficiency do you offer lessons for (beginner, intermediate, advanced)?

We offer private Spanish lessons for adults at every proficiency level, from complete beginner to advanced. Each lesson is customized around your current ability, learning goals, interests and preferred pace. Your private instructor can help you build strong foundations, improve your conversational skills, refine your grammar and pronunciation, or work toward greater fluency.

If you prefer learning with other students instead of taking private lessons, we also offer live online group Spanish classes at the following levels:

2 B1

I’m conversational

Expand your fluency through real-life conversation practice and useful grammar refinement.

3 B2

I’m fluent

Refine your pronunciation, communicate more naturally and explore Spanish with greater cultural depth.

What proficiency levels are available for children’s private lessons?

Private lessons can support beginners as well as children with prior Spanish experience. The instructor adapts the plan after reviewing the learner’s age, current skills and goals. Submit those details through our private Spanish lessons for children page.

What if two children are scheduled but one does not participate?
If both learners were scheduled for the lesson, the scheduled lesson time is still used even if one learner chooses not to participate. The teacher records each learner as Attended or Did Not Participate. The lesson is not repriced, refunded or credited because the teacher reserved and prepared for the scheduled learners.

Can I buy a multi-learner package and schedule each child separately?
Multi-learner pricing is designed for learners sharing lesson time. Separate appointments each use their full duration from the shared package balance. For example, one hour with one child followed by one hour with another child uses two package hours. A 4-hour two-learner package does not become 8 hours of individual instruction.

How do shared lesson hours work with multiple children?
Package hours represent teacher appointment time, not hours per child. If two enrolled learners attend one 60-minute lesson together, one package hour is used. If they are taught in two separate 60-minute appointments, two package hours are used.

Can siblings or other learners take private lessons together?
Yes. Private lessons can include up to four enrolled learners. Additional-participant pricing applies when the learners are enrolled in the same private package and are normally sharing the lesson time.

How are additional learners priced?
The first learner pays the base private-lesson package price. Each additional learner adds 25% of the base price for in-person lessons or 15% of the base price for online lessons. Prices are shown before HST. Separate appointments still use separate package time.

What if one learner is absent or refuses to participate?
The teacher can continue teaching the learner who participates. Each scheduled learner is recorded individually as Attended or Did Not Participate. The appointment duration is deducted once from the shared package, and a temporary absence does not automatically change the package price or teacher compensation.

What if I want to permanently add or remove a learner?
A permanent participant change is different from a one-day absence. Contact The Spanish Schoolhouse so the package can be updated for future lessons. Any applicable pricing or payment adjustment is handled from the change date forward and does not rewrite completed lessons.

Can I add more private-lesson hours later?
Yes. Eligible families can use the secure Add More Private Lesson Hours link tied to their existing registration. Added hours stay connected to the same learners, delivery type, teacher assignment and schedule. For multi-learner packages, added hours are shared teacher-hours, not hours per learner.

Can I pay for additional private-lesson hours by e-Transfer?
Yes. Interac e-Transfer is available for eligible private-lesson add-ons. HST is added at checkout, but there is no card adjustment. Added hours remain pending until the transfer is received and confirmed.

Is there an additional charge for credit-card payments?
When the configured card adjustment is enabled, credit-card payments include the displayed percentage adjustment before HST. The exact percentage and full price breakdown are shown before you continue to secure Stripe checkout.

What happens if I need to reschedule a private lesson?
Contact The Spanish Schoolhouse as early as possible. Rescheduling changes the appointment date or time but keeps the lesson connected to the same private package and scheduled learners unless a participant change is also requested.

What is the difference between online and in-person private lessons?
Online private lessons are taught live virtually. In-person private lessons are taught at the approved lesson location. Pricing, additional-participant rates and teacher assignment can differ by delivery type, so the delivery method selected for the package remains part of the registration.

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