¡Hola!

I am Erica Sánchez, Head of Languages from Granada, specialising in Spanish and French.

I have studied at the Universities of Granada, Nottingham, and Reading, completing a BA in English Studies and an MA in Applied Linguistics. I have been a qualified teacher since 2015 and focus on effective language teaching and learning.

I bring extensive expertise in language pedagogy, staff development, and training. I hold an NPQ in Leading Teacher Development, have worked with two exam boards, and have collaborated with the BBC. I am committed to supporting teachers and leaders to refine their practice, strengthen their confidence, and achieve excellence in the classroom.

As a speaker and trainer, I have presented for Linguascope, Languagenut, Harris Academies, Discovery the World Education, the University of Sheffield, and The Language Show 2024.

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Professional Development for MFL Teachers

We provide high-quality online language training and professional development for teachers, students, and adult learners. Our Spanish and French courses for MFL teachers build confidence, strengthen subject knowledge, and enhance classroom practice.

We offer summer courses in language and teaching methodology, plus personalised one-to-one mentoring on GCSE & A-Level teaching, lesson planning, curriculum design, engagement, interview preparation, and much more.

Alongside teacher CPD, we deliver online Spanish lessons for adults and secondary students, including structured support and exam preparation.

To book a course, workshop, or mentoring session, contact us via email or social media.

About Spanish & Umbrellas

At Spanish and Umbrellas, we provide practical resources and deliver inspiring CPD to help teachers teach with confidence and creativity. We also support learners at any level who want to improve their Spanish. Whether you are teaching or learning, growing or refreshing, we are here for you.

Thank you for visiting; we hope to support you!