Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP)

Grades 1–8 | A Pathway to Bilingual Excellence

Give Your Child the Gift of Bilingualism

At EBI, bilingualism is the foundation for a bright future. The Accelerated Spanish Program opens doors to language, culture, opportunity, and global leadership.

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Why Choose EBI’s Accelerated Spanish Program?

Pathway to Bilingual Proficiency

Students receive targeted, immersive instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in Spanish. Our scaffolded curriculum builds foundational fluency, empowering students to confidently navigate Spanish-speaking cultures and communities.

Cognitive and Academic Benefits

Research shows that bilingualism enhances memory, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. At EBI, ASP students thrive academically in all subjects while building Spanish fluency.

Strong High School Placement

Proficiency in Spanish boosts high school admissions prospects and sets students apart in competitive academic environments.

Global Citizenship

Beyond language, ASP students explore diverse Spanish-speaking cultures, developing empathy, curiosity, and international-mindedness through the exploration of language connected with the International Baccalaureate framework.

Curriculum Overview

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, EBI’s ASP curriculum is inquiry-driven, connecting Spanish language acquisition to global themes and Units of Inquiry.

ASP students

  • Develop Spanish proficiency across listening, speaking, reading, and writing

  • Participate in hands-on, immersive activities tied to global learning

  • Explore the IB Learner Profile attributes through Spanish-language instruction

  • Build bilingual academic skills and cultural competency

Individualized support is provided through:

  • Scaffolded curriculum design

  • Learning specialists and social-emotional support staff

  • Ongoing personalized assessments and language support

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Who Can Enroll?

  • Open to students in Grades 2–8

  • No prior Spanish required

  • Emphasis on small class sizes for maximum growth

  • Learn in small classes to maximize their growth

  • Receive personalized instruction based on their needs and levels

Tuition and Fee Structure

ASP Enrollment Fee: $2,500 per year*
(*subject to annual adjustments)
Includes:
One week of Spanish Summer Camp
Academic and Social-Emotional Support Services
Daily Spanish language development support

Contact Admissions for More Tuition Details

ASP at a Glance

Grades: 1–8

Language Background Needed: None — beginners welcome!

Goal: Spanish proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening

Curriculum: Inquiry-based, IB-aligned language and cultural immersion

Outcome: Bilingual communication skills + strong academic growth

Class Grouping: One-grade or two-grade cohorts for personalized instruction

Support Services: SEL support, learning specialists, personalized assessments

Differentiated and student-focused language development support

Annual ASP Fee: $2,500 (includes Spanish Summer Camp & extra support)