What People Are Saying
"I took Señorita Dafni's Spanish Class last year when I was in 3rd grade. I loved learning from Daneel, because she made it fun. It was a really easy way to learn Spanish and I am interested in continuing to learn the language. I loved all the art projects that we did and when it was over I wished it could be longer."
Audrey Piltch, Freeport
"Our son has taken both group class and private instruction at Escuela Pura Vida. Although our son attends Escuela Pura Vida after a day in 1st grade, he has never shown reluctance to attend. He rushes from the parking lot straight into the classroom and is always greeted with a big smile and enthusiasm that matches his own.
Señorita Dafni has created a colorful and engaging classroom. Although parents are not present in the classroom, we can hear the joy and laughter in the class from our seats in the hall. It is clear to us that S. Dafni spends a great deal of time and effort in creating each lesson, and she varies her teaching style to reach each child. Her effort does not stop there, as she emails notes, updates, and a review of new words and phrases after each class.
Along with the fun, there is serious learning going on in the classroom. I do not speak Spanish, but have friends who do. They are continually impressed by my son’s ability to understand, comprehend, and speak the language. We believe that his learning of Spanish at a young age will benefit him for his entire life. We highly recommend S. Dafni and Escuela Pura Vida. Muchas Gracias Señorita Dafni!"
Todd Devenish, Scarborough
"As a parent, I feel it is a priority to foster my daughter's innate ability to learn another language and encourage her interest in other cultures. With full immersion classes centered around play, Escuela Pura Vida is an ideal option for pre-k and elementary-aged students. Señorita Dafni is so great with children. Josee loves her and looks forward to every class. She has already learned so much! I would recommend Escuela Pura Vida to anyone."
Amy, Boothbay Harbor
“My children (now 5 and 6) have had a wonderful experience with Escuela Pura Vida. This is our second year and the teachers have made the classes enjoyable for the kids and the location is convenient for us to navigate the family logistics. We appreciate what Señorita Dafni is building in the Portland community and for all the teachers contributions to the important mission of expanding Spanish learning!”
Patrick Woodcock, Portland
The cutest little Spanish school ever! The teachers seem to really enjoy what they are doing and are so good with the kids! My son loves every second!
Katherine Ness
“This school is fantastic. We had a good laugh tonight at dinner when our son out of the blue responded with “una aplauda” and broke out in a hand clap. I would also like to add that my kids are talking about how much more they are taking away from your class compared to the years in their Spanish classes at our school. So, muchas gracias! We are feeling grateful to have this opportunity.”
Cape Elizabeth Parent
“Asher loves the class and it's really helped crank up his interest in practicing Spanish with his dad! We are so thankful to have this program here in Portland.”
