From birth to puberty the brain builds networks for language based on what it hears. A second language in that input grows richer networks.
WHY TSIP
Why TSIP — The Spanish Immersion Program
We are the only children's program in the Sacramento area that teaches its classes 100% in Spanish. Not a Spanish class — a Spanish world, for a few hours every morning.
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Everything in Spanish
We focus on children learning Spanish in an environment that invites them to explore. When you are a child you learn with songs and games, following routines and pretending — which stimulates the capacity to express and converse. We also promote values and exposure to Hispanic culture, preparing children for the global world we live in.
Nos enfocamos en que los niños aprendan español en un ambiente que invita a explorar. Cuando se es niño se aprende con cantos y juegos, siguiendo rutinas y pretendiendo — estimulando su capacidad de expresión y diálogo. Así mismo ayudamos a fomentar valores y exposición a la cultura hispana.
Why start this early?
The research behind immersion before age six.
The formatting process is especially active in the first six years and ends around age twelve — early exposure literally grows more connections.
Those connections make additional learning easier, in both the second language and the first.
Second-language learning correlates with higher standardized test scores, stronger reading, and better performance at college level.
Research indicates knowing a second language can reduce the chances of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's.
Socio-emotional growth and higher self-esteem — plus a valuable skill for life and work.
Sources as cited on our current site, incl. the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages.
Our method
How a language actually reaches a two-year-old.
- Play, not drillsSongs, games, pretend play and routines — the way children learn everything at this age.
- One theme at a timeEach day and week carries a big idea, so vocabulary arrives in context and sticks.
- Culture alongside languageLatin American stories, music, food and celebrations, not just words.
- Unique materialsOur own mix of techniques and teaching materials, built for immersion.
Activities
What a week actually looks like — ten ways the language shows up.
ACTIVITY 01 / 10
Sensory games
Little hands explore texture, water and color — and the words arrive while they play.
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ACTIVITY 02 / 10
Music & movement
Songs with hoops, rhythm and wiggles — vocabulary that sticks because it danced.
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ACTIVITY 03 / 10
Fine motor skills
Beads, tongs and tiny challenges that quietly build the fingers for writing.
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ACTIVITY 04 / 10
Theme of the day
One big idea carries the morning, so every new word lands in context.
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ACTIVITY 05 / 10
Crafts
Cut, glue, paint — proud little masterpieces, explained en español.
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ACTIVITY 06 / 10
Practical living skills
Pouring, serving, tidying up — real independence, real vocabulary.
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ACTIVITY 07 / 10
Circle & conversations
Hello songs, the calendar and how we feel today — everyone gets a turn.
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ACTIVITY 08 / 10
Vocabulary workbooks
A gentle first bridge to letters and words on paper.
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ACTIVITY 09 / 10
Pretend play
Little worlds — la cocina, el mercado — where the language comes alive.
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ACTIVITY 10 / 10
Storytelling
Cuentos with voices and puppets that keep every eye on the page.
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This is what our mornings sound like — press play.
The families
The varying curriculum and hands-on environment keep the students engaged, excited and intrigued.Sabrina & Brian A.
It was truly an immersion program — the children understand and adapt to speaking Spanish very quickly.Gina K.
We are thankful to have found TSIP — it will always receive our highest recommendations.Lilia Y.
Come meet us
Book a tour — or just say hola
Tell us a little about your family and we'll get back to you within one business day. You can write to us in Spanish or English.
- Call(916) 486-8276
- Emailinfo@thespanishimmersion.com
- Office hoursMon–Fri · 8:30am – 2:00pm
- Classroom5646 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819
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