Hola :) Did you know that language learning is good for your child’s confidence?

Those of us who have tried to learn a language as an adult would probably agree that the biggest barrier to trying to speak it is confidence and a dreaded fear of making mistakes. If only we had started learning when we were younger is often something that springs to mind, as we’re desperately trying to recall the word we need to say to the shopkeeper in Spain, Germany, Italy..(or insert country here).

Aside from making life much easier for our children as future traveling adults, giving our children the gift of learning another language actually improves their cognitive development and creative thinking as they grow.

Here are Bridgewater Nursery, we have teamed up with Kidslingo Altrincham, to offer language lessons as part of our daily routine because we recognise the learning impact on a child's brain development.

It is no secret that learning a new language enhances cognitive abilities such as problem-solving, multitasking and critical thinking and stimulates parts of the brain involved in complex thought processes. By learning a language, your child is already starting to master creative thinking from a young age.

Language learning skyrockets your child’s confidence and social skills.

As children learn new words and phrases, they become more confident in expressing themselves. Their newly discovered confidence can extend beyond language use. It encourages them to actively participate in activities and social interactions - even something as simple as getting to know a new friend.

Learning a new language exposes children to different cultures and ways of living, fosters their empathy and broadens their view of the world.

Language lessons prepare your child for the future

Being bilingual or multilingual is a valued (and increasingly rare) skill in today's connected world. Early learning of a second language can give children a head start and an advantage in future educational and career opportunities.

By placing language lessons into our learning day, we aim to equip your children with skills to last a lifetime, and so their future self can confidently speak another language without the dread and fear that can often be felt by adult language learners!