HOLA was proudly founded by a Canadian/Colombianfamily in February 2020, and since then, they have been actively involved with HOLA in various roles. We chose the name HOLA because it symbolizes greeting and  bringing people together. To add depth to HOLA, each letter represents what we stand for: H for Hispanic,  O and L for Open Learning, which means moving away from traditional education methods.

Our journey began with an extra-curricular language program at Hollywood Public School, where the founder’s children went to. HOLA has since expanded rapidly within the Toronto School Boards and currently operates in six different facilities. We established our Headquarters in Toronto at the end of 2023 and opened a second location in Whitby in January 2024.

HOLA’s mission is to immerse each student fully in the Spanish language and culture by engaging the five senses during classes. We offer diverse programs designed by a Curriculum Specialist and delivered by our team of Certified and Native Teachers. These programs cater to students of all ages and proficiency levels, ensuring that they speak Spanish in an effective way while having fun.