This is a fabulous program. We are not a Spanish-speaking household but my child attended the…read morepreschool program and has continued in the after-school program and has become fluent in Spanish. She actually started to read in Spanish before English! The program is fully immersive and includes lots of fun, creative extras like art, cooking, and drama that keep kids engaged. I'm so glad I found this program and was able to give my child the gift of a second language!

I have two granddaughters who are the light of my life! In exploring learning opportunities for…read morethem with my daughter, we were Blessed to have found this school! I feel that it is important for them to be in a nurturing environment that promotes not only exposure to another language, but supports them as individuals. The small class sizes offer them the opportunity to participate and to be heard; it is indeed a school, not a daycare. The staff is supportive and keep parents updated on the children's progress. The children use their language skills and often try to test some of us in the family that speak Spanish, as well as correct us. "Si", I would encourage all parents who are interested in an immersion program for your children to explore this school! "Abuelita"

I have requested a transfer out for my spouse. They did not do anything but keep asking for some…read moredocumentation which I already provided. I was frustrated and called in to talk to someone directly. They keep saying that the person who is taking care of my case is not there and keep asking me to send emails to different email. I could not hold my temper and raise my voice while talking to the last guy. He told me that I am a customer or anything, I am not supposed to be frustrated while my process is not done properly, and he used the F-word at the end of our conversation. What kind of school which staff F-king the student while they are trying to process their paper.

Place is dirty and has no quality. Management just want to take your money and noone helps after…read more Telling all my friends to stay away from this school.

I took the online class with Ksenia and she was amazing, so nice, so funny, so helpful!read more

I was worried about taking Spanish lessons virtually; however, it ended up being a great…read moreexperience. This is a great way to learn Spanish, especially if you are looking to get a crash course in navigating your way through a trip in a Spanish speaking country. I think the 16-lesson "pearl belt" is perfect for that. I plan on continuing on to higher levels as I look forward to a career change into social services.

I enjoyed taking classes at Lado. I started my English program as an Au Pair in person at their…read moreArlington location, and then moved to online classes due to the pandemic. I've completed up to level 10 at Lado and now I'm finally back to my career here in America. The staff was very helpful, the place was clean and the Teacher made it a smooth process even when I felt I was at the wrong level they gave me a chance to take an assessment test again, which I was able to score higher at the time and moved up.

While the English language learning is adequate, very supportive of students in class, and very…read moreencouraging as people learn, it is located very far from where most students live. This Yelp website has not been updated to reflect their move to Vienna, on the Spring Hill Metro on the Silver Line which is at least an hour and a half ride from Alexandria to the school out and back. The school does not place students in any kind of housing so those living in Maryland or N. Virginia have a long complicated commute. Beware of this before you pay for their classes.

My daughter had a great summer experience. She's a dual immersion student so this program was a…read moregreat summer enrichment opportunity while it was also fun

I had heard good things about Lango, but unfortunately we won't be enrolling our children because…read moreof their mandatory Media Release policy, which must be accepted in order to register. For reference, the policy states: "I GIVE PERMISSION FOR MY CHILD TO HAVE HIS/HER VIDEO OR PICTURE TAKEN WHILE PARTICIPATING IN LANGO NORTHERN VIRGINIA ACTIVITIES. I AM AWARE THAT THESE VIDEO PICTURES MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE WEBSITE, NEWSLETTERS, FLYERS, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND/OR ANY OTHER PUBLICATION REGARDING LANGO NORTHERN VIRGINIA ACTIVITIES." I understand that organizations want photos and videos to promote their programs, but I don't think parents should have to forfeit control over how their children's images are used just to participate. Especially with AI and the risks associated with it, this feels like an area where families should have more control. An opt-out option should be offered. Because this policy kept us from registering, I'm leaving a low rating. This isn't a reflection of the program itself, which I've heard good things about. It's simply a policy that doesn't work for our family and one that I hope they reconsider.

LOVE this language school. Pilar and Olga have been working with me to help me get my Spanish…read morelanguage skills back after years of not using it. They are kind but tough, focused and tailor each day to work on my weaknesses. Blows away their competitors price wise too.

Truly a hidden gem in Fairfax!…read more We've had the absolute joy of being part of the Michuchutren community for two years now, and I can confidently say this preschool is something special. I've had my daughter in another Spanish immersion preschool in NOVA, so I came in with a point of comparison -- and Michuchutren is a million times better in every way. From the very beginning, we were struck by the warm, welcoming environment and the Montessori-inspired setup where children learn through play and hands-on activities. There's no busywork here -- everything the kids do is intentional and thoughtfully planned. It's a mixed-age classroom, and it works beautifully. The younger kids learn by watching the older ones, and the older kids rise to the occasion, taking pride in being role models. It creates an incredibly positive dynamic and natural learning flow. The Spanish immersion is top-notch. The kids not only finish speaking Spanish fluently -- they live the language every day through songs, storytelling, and play. My daughter learned to read and write in Spanish here, and watching her language skills grow so effortlessly has been amazing. The Christmas and end-of-year presentations (all in Spanish) are a true testament to how much the kids learn and how much joy they find in it. A huge part of what makes Michuchutren so special is the staff. Angie, my daughter's teacher, is beyond incredible. She is soft-spoken, kind, patient, and deeply caring -- all while maintaining calm and consistent control of the classroom. Her presence is steady and reassuring. My daughter adores her and often tells us that when someone misbehaves or breaks a rule, all Angie says is, "It's okay, you're learning." That level of compassion and respect for children's growth is rare and deeply appreciated. The directors, Pilar and Andres, are equally wonderful. They're warm, approachable, and genuinely attentive to the needs of both children and parents. They've created a space where families feel seen and supported. After two years here, I can honestly say I haven't met a single parent who isn't thrilled with their child's experience. The community is tight-knit, and the love for this school is unanimous. If you're looking for a preschool where your child will be immersed in Spanish, nurtured by incredibly skilled educators, and grow socially, emotionally, and academically in a meaningful way -- Michuchutren is it.

I've been attending mi Chu Chu trens parent and me class with my one year old daughter at the…read morebusybees in fairfax and have absolutely loved the experience. The class is done all in Spanish, the instructor is kind and engaging and the kids love her, and it's all around fun! My daughter has loved going!

This school is not SACS accredited, viz., it's a visa mill. Their largest department is for…read morecomputer science and in this department they have faculty who don't understand the concept of constructors teaching Java programming fundamentals as well as Operating Systems courses who teach students how to--kid thee not--install Windows. Cheating is rampant as students are just there for an OPT to work in America and hoping to game the H1B visa system. Embarrassed to have studied there briefly--left and enrolled at a real university after my second semester. Trump University probably had better education. Big thumbs down.

A friend of mine recommended this fine institute to pursue my education with a relevant and modern…read morecurriculum. Easier to reach from main Lee Highway to the Village Drive where it is located. Not only that, a degree from VIU helps in providing successful employment options right here in Fairfax. Let me share the photo.

A great place to expose kids to all the Spanish speaking cultures. Conversation, reading, writing,…read moreand arts are all included. They even invite parents to give presentations on their families' cultural heritage, latin or not. The staff really do a fantastic job in handling all types of kids. I can't say enough about how good an experience this has been for our kids. There is a strong emphasis on the arts as well as the language. Programs are adapted to handle your needs. Some kids come once a week while others come daily. When you pick up the kids after class, you need to knock on the door and they'll let you in. The center is on Gallows Road just South of Tysons. Traffic on Gallows is hectic but I've always been able to get in and out easily. We'll keep coming back as long as we're living here.

Our daughter has been attending their preschool program this year. She's a non native Spanish…read morespeaker, so it was new and tough at the beginning. Ms. Ivette has worked great with helping her adapt, and work around the frustrations. Our daughter loves going to preschool everyday now. It's been amazing to see our daughter speak, read and write in Spanish. Her teacher has absolutely amazing, we couldn't be happier.

Whimsical, thoughtful, elegant, and delightful. Fresh cut flowers, hot tea, tasty scones and…read morecream...every detail of today's Mother's Day tea was just ah-mazing!!!! Thank you Mrs. B and your lovely team!! Can't wait to be back!

Such great ambiance, they did a great job with this place! The employees were so kind and helpful…read moretoo. The food variety was great. They were able to offer great GF options too