About ludoteca

Ludoteca en Español is an after-school program designed to give children meaningful opportunities to use Spanish in a fun, natural, and engaging environment.

Our primary focus is oral Spanish practice. Children are encouraged to communicate and interact in Spanish through games, activities, homework time, and everyday experiences.

We believe children learn language best when they have opportunities to use it naturally while having fun and connecting with others.

More Than After-School Care

What We Offer / Why Ludoteca

A Fun Afternoon in Spanish

🗣️ Spanish Immersion — Children practice listening and speaking Spanish throughout their afternoon.
🎲 Games & Activities — Spanish board games, hands-on activities, and group experiences encourage communication and participation.
📚 Homework Time — Students have dedicated time to work on their school assignments.
🌳 Outdoor Exploration — Children have opportunities to play, move, and explore outdoors.

What the Afternoon Looks Like

Spanish Is Part of the Experience

Spanish is not simply a subject children study. It is the language they are encouraged to use while participating in meaningful activities.

Learning Through Play
Games and hands-on activities create natural opportunities for communication and social interaction.

A Structured Environment

Our program provides a consistent afternoon routine that balances learning, play, homework, and outdoor time.

A Language-Rich Environment

Children have repeated opportunities to hear and use Spanish with teachers and peers.

More Than Childcare

Our program is designed with a clear educational purpose: supporting children's continued development and confidence in oral Spanish.

Time

3:30-4:00

4:00-4:40

4:40-5:10

5:10-5:40

5:40-6:00

Activity

Spanish Immersion & conversations/ Adult-Led Activities

Spanish Games & Activities / Independent Practice

Outdoor Activities

Homework Time

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Who We Serve

Designed for Elementary Students 1st–5th Grade

Ludoteca en Español is designed for elementary-age children who can participate in a Spanish-speaking environment.

Children should have the basic ability to read, understand and participate in Spanish. Our goal is not traditional Spanish tutoring, but providing children with opportunities to use Spanish naturally throughout their afternoon.

Location & Hours

Ludoteca en Español is located inside Blanton Elementary School in Austin, Texas.

Monday–Friday
School dismissal–6:00 PM

The program follows the Austin ISD school calendar and does not operate on school holidays, professional development days, or other days when school is not in session.