Hola! Bonjour! Ciao! Top Places to Learn a Foreign Language in Delhi-NCR

Learning a foreign language definitely adds to a child’s enhanced conditioning. Though taught in school, kids do not come out grasping them well as fluency remains a big requisite which can only be taught through regular practice and exposure. mycity4kids brings to you some of the city’s best language learning centers which not only polish school-going children’s language skills but make them confident and fluent users of the language through new age teaching styles.

ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE

One of the most reputed French language teaching franchise, it is also a beautifully constructed cultural center that promotes French through its various programs. The methodology involves teaching French through numerous activities and skill-based learning like plays, songs and cultural lessons. The newly opened Gurgaon center is replete with all modern facilitiesas the Delhi center, like a multimedia library and even a cozy cafeteria which offers some delectable French dishes.

Languages Taught: Only French

Age Group: 9 onwards

Programs: Kids Classes (9–11 years), Teens’ Classes (12–14 years)

Location: Delhi- 72 K Birla Lane, Lodhi Estate New Delhi, Gurgaon- S-24/8, DLF Phase III, (Near Neel Kanth Hospital), Gurgaon

For more details, please click here.

BRITISH COUNCIL

The British Council is one of the stalwarts for English learning in India whose courses areone-of-its-kind and quite extensive. The Connaught Place center is always buzzing with activities, literature fests and not to forget their very popular library, set amidst the stunning building which is a landmark in itself. Offering tailored courses for different age groups, they emphasize on speaking, listening at first and then writing at an advanced level. Do look for their workshops for small kids on storytelling, poetry and the summer programs which are a wonderful way to foster the loveof reading and expressing in the English language.

Languages Taught: Only English

Age: 6+

Programs: “Young Learner’s” Program (7 years onwards), “Speak Out Write Right” (11–15 years)

Location: 17 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi

COCOON BY RUBY WADHWA

Cocoon is primarily an IQ and EQ development center which also conducts foreign language courses. Multiple languages are taught with interesting methods like stories, songs, drama and activities to let children have fun and learn in the process too. The faculty consists of highly trained professionals in the educational field who make learning an exciting activity for kids. Mrs Wadhwa, the founder involves herself in the overall grooming and conditioning of the students.

Languages Taught: Spanish, German and Japanese

Age Group: 3 years onwards

Location: 29/1, Central Market, Near Deep Cinema, Ashok Vihar, New Delhi

For more details, please click here.

EVOLVING WITH ENGLISH

EWE isrun by a renowned educationist Vasudha VikramMadaan, teaching English language since more than a decade. EWE grooms the young ones in the language through plays, fun activities and even stories which are performed by the students on stage at the end of each program. Vasudha believes, “English is not a language to impress but to express”. EWE fosters this verynoble thought in children because of which parents swear by her classes and send their children to her on a repeat basis.

Languages Taught: Only English

Age Group: 5 years onwards

Programs: Vocaboom(5–12 years), English Ferry (9–12 years) and more

Location: M1 , 61/41, West Punjabi Bagh, New Delhi

For more details, please click here.

INGENIOUS MIND ACADEMY

This is a language training institute with a difference where students not only learn various languages but also learn to train their minds through a series of psychological techniques like DMIT and Mid-Brain Activation which help in overall IQ improvement. Children are taught through various methods of learning like ‘Photographic Memory’ method, yoga, meditation and Reiki. Regular demonstrations by the IMA teamthroughout Faridabad add to the awareness of this path-breaking concept. The owner- Mr Gaurav Dhamija takes personal interest in the students and mentors them.

Languages Taught: French, German and Japanese

Age Group: 10 years above

Location: 2510, Sector 49, NIT Faridabad

For more details, please click here.

INLINGUA

Teaching languages to almost the entire world, Inlingua is one of the leading language training organizations in India having centers across Delhi NCR. They teach multiple languages to older children and even adults in their well-constructed centerswhich have the provision of a library and a cafeteria too. Their “Juniors” program for younger children employs activity based methods where they get to watch videos, indulge in board games, even role-play and making websites. What a fun way to imbibe a language into the young minds!

Languages Taught: English, French, German and Spanish

Age Group:9 years

Programs:‘’Juniors’’ (9 years onwards, only English), other Foreign Languages (14 years above) and E-learning.

Location: All over Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida

For more details, please click here.

INSTITUTO HISPANIA

It is a Spanish Language teaching and cultural center running since 1997, set up by Spanish nationals for the promotion of the language in India. With an affiliation from the education ministry of Spain and a fleet of expert Spanish teachers, it is one of the most sought after places to learn the language. Apart from a multimedia library, they also have a dedicated placement cell and an e-learning platform. Students benefit from the exclusive course material which is designed and published by the institute itself. The part time Spanish classes for children are a hit among many.

Location: D-59 Hauz Khas, Main Market New

Age Group: 5 years and above

Programs: Private coaching for small children and Group classes for older children

For more details, please click here.

INTERNATIONAL LINGUA INSTITUTE

A multi-language coaching center, ILI has been setup by industry professionals who are experts in various languages.ILI conducts center based classes, teaching children as young as 4 years. A student can either chose to learn individually or in a group. They even have translation and interpretation services at their center and also extend their services to corporates.

Languages Taught:French, German, Spanish, Japanese and Chinese

Age Group: 4 years and above

Location: E-45, Sector 3, Noida

For more details, please click here.

PLAYFUL MINDS

This well-known preschool and activity center in South Delhi conductsSpanish classes for young children offering a very child-friendly atmosphere in their colorful classrooms. PM teaches Spanish to small children through listening and talking techniques whereas older kids are taught through writing too. Children learn through the playful method and grasp the hang of the language easily at a younger age, as believed by the teachers at Playful Minds.

Languages Taught: Only Spanish

Age Group and Programs: 3–8 years and 12 years above

Location:1 Padmini Enclave, Hauz Khas, New Delhi

For more details, please click here.

THE GERMAN LANGUAGE SCHOOL

Set up by German language enthusiasts and experts, TGLS is a dedicated German language teaching center with new age methods and techniques. The emphasis here is more on practical lessons and case-studies apart from theory. They even discussGerman culture and habits in their classes. Offering courses for smaller children as well, their schedule is very flexible with multiple day batches and a new batch starts every month. Be ready to shell out a little more for their expert services.

Languages Taught: Only German

Age Group:School going students-Private coaching and batches for elders.

Location: 29, B-10 Market Vasant Kunj, New Delhi and Insta office Business Centre, 607–608, Tower C, Nirvana Courtyard, Sector 50, Gurgaon

For more details, please click here.