About Us
About
Shaping Little Minds
Shaping Little Minds is a warm, play-based Spanish learning community for children and families in London. We help children discover Spanish in a natural, joyful and emotionally safe way — through stories, songs, play and meaningful connection.
Our Story
Shaping Little Minds began from a simple idea:
"What if young children could experience Spanish in the same way they learn their first language -gently, through play, routines, imagination and real-life moments?"
Sara, a qualified Early Years teacher from Spain with over ten years of experience working with children in London and Spain, saw how powerful early language learning can be when it is respectful, playful and connected to the child.
Together with Félix, who brings a strong passion for education and psychology, she set out to create Spanish experiences where children truly feel seen, heard and supported.
At first, our sessions were very sensory-based.
Over time, families began asking for more Spanish learning woven into our play-based approach — and Shaping Little Minds grew into what it is today:
a calm, nurturing space where children learn Spanish naturally, without pressure.
Our Approach
We believe language grows best when children feel safe, calm, connected and free to play. That's why our sessions are:
- 100% play based
- Gently immersive (Spanish is introduced naturally)
- Developmentally appropiate
- Warm, calm and nurturing - never overwhelming
Children are encouraged — but never forced — to speak. Some join in straight away. Others watch quietly for weeks before they feel ready. Both are okay.
We also proudly support bilingual and passive bilingual children — those who understand Spanish but rarely speak.
Our work helps them reconnect with confidence and identity in a playful, emotionally supportive way.
Who We Are
We are a small, caring team of professional educators and experienced practitioners who design every class with intention and heart.
Our work is rooted in:
Child Psychology
Respectful Care
Language Development Research
Joy and human connection
Our Mission
Our mission is to help children develop a natural, confident relationship with Spanish — while protecting what matters most: their happiness, emotional safety and love for learning.
Our Vision
We want to create a Spanish learning community where families feel supported, children feel safe to be themselves, and language learning becomes a positive part of childhood — not a pressure.
Meet
The Founders
Sara Roldán
Founder & Lead Educator
Sara is a qualified Early Years teacher from Spain with over 10 years’ experience working with babies, toddlers and young children in nurseries, schools, private homes and community settings. Her teaching is rooted in empathy, respect and play-based learning — with Spanish woven in gently and meaningfully.
Félix Roldán Burgos
Co-founder
Félix brings a passion for education and child development, supporting the project with leadership, care and family insight. Together, they have created a learning environment that feels like an extension of he home — calm, real and human.
Why Families Choose Shaping Little Minds
Here, every child is welcome — whatever their level of Spanish.
Parents value Shaping Little Minds because we offer:
Gentle Spanish Immersion
No pressure, just play.
Small, nurturing groups
Small groups and attentive, child-centred teaching.
A child-centred, respectuful approach
Warm, nurturing environment where little ones feel safe and confident.
Professional educators
Experienced educators, dedicated professionals
Calm learning spaces
Not noisy chaos.
Support
Support for beginners + passive bilingual children.
Meaningful learning through real play
Fully play-based approach, inspired by early years best practice.
Join Our Community
If you’d like your child to discover Spanish through warmth, joy and connection, we’d love to welcome you.