The story behind Sing & Swing Hi there! Nice to meet you. I’m Stephanie, a TESOL-certified English teacher with a music degree and background in Early Childhood Education. In January 2018, I decided to leave The Netherlands for good. I had a dream: I wanted to move to Valencia. So I did! Since then, incredible things have unfolded, including the birth of my brainchild: Sing & Swing with Stephanie. Singing is at the heart of everything we do in my classes. I firmly believe that singing is not just a beautiful art form but also a powerful tool for language learning and self-expression. Yes, even for babies! |
How Sing & Swing was born From a very young age, I discovered the joy of singing and its incredible power to connect, inspire, and educate. I pursued my love for music, eventually graduating as a singer, and combined it with my passion for Early Childhood Education. I started teaching my own music & movement classes in schools, daycares, community centers and whatnot! I loved doing my own thing and really enjoyed working with all those different kids. That’s when I knew I wanted to head into a certain direction, so I dove into a new study; Early Childhood Education. However, my intuition was telling me that it was time to move to Valencia. So, I followed my gut, decided to quit and started a new life in Spain. After a few months, my creative heart started to yearn for more. I missed crafting my own classes, and I knew I wanted to create a unique learning experience for the little ones, combining all the things I’d learned over the years: music, dance, English teaching and Early Childhood Education. In March 2018, just 2 months after my Valencian adventure began, I took a leap of faith and brought Sing & Swing to life — an innovative method inspired by the Reggio Emilia, Montessori & Waldorf philosophies. |
Woman on a mission As I introduced my "baby" to the world, I began offering classes across the city. It was such a joy to see my network of amazing young families grow rapidly, and I felt incredibly grateful for the positive feedback I received. It’s truly a gift being able to do something you’re passionate about and to share that joy with other people. My mission is simple; to help our little friends become confident, beautiful human beings who are not afraid to express themselves. To give children a voice in this ever-changing world. I believe that learning should be an adventure, a journey filled with joy, laughter, and boundless creativity. I know what it’s like to learn new languages, as I had to learn English (and many other languages) myself as well! I understand the struggles like no other. But if there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s this: you can totally become fluent in any language you want! However, there are many roads that lead to Rome (or should I say Valencia?) If group classes are not your thing, then my tailor-made private lessons, Sing & Sparkle, might be something for you. Besides, I teach my Sing & Swing classes in daycares as well, and I’m currently working on an online program specially designed for busy parents, caregivers, and teachers. So, if you run a school or nursery, you’re more than welcome to contact me. I’d love to discuss how my programs can suit your educational goals, whether you live in Spain or not! I'm not just a teacher, I'm also your child's background singer, learning buddy and cheerleader. I'm here to make sure that each kid receives the attention and guidance they need to thrive. |