Isabella and Ferdinand Academia de Espanol
About
Isabella and Ferdinand Academia de Espanol in Forest Hills
Isabella and Ferdinand is a not-for-profit Spanish language academy on Newark Street NW in Washington, DC, devoted to teaching Spanish to children through culture. The academy weaves music, art, and creativity into its instruction rather than relying on traditional classroom methods.
Language Programs
Spanish classes are organized by age and meet on weekends, after school, and over the summer. Programs include:
- Saturday Spanish School for school-age children
- Sunday Spanish classes for ages 5 to 7 (group and private)
- After-school programs in partnership with DC schools
- Summer camp with a themed seasonal curriculum
What's Included
- Not-for-profit Spanish academy focused on children
- Culture-based approach using literature, theatre, and art
- DELE-certified instructors
- Group and private class options
Experience
The academy suits families who want their children to learn Spanish as a living culture rather than a textbook subject, blending language with music, art, and storytelling. With weekend, after-school, and summer tracks, it fits a range of schedules from preschoolers through teens in the Forest Hills area of northwest DC. The academy has run since 2010, and its mission centers on unlocking potential and bridging cultures so children experience Spanish as a way to connect rather than a subject to memorize.