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Olinda Portuguese Language SchoolOlinda, Brazil

Portuguese courses at this language school can not be booked on our site. The information is provided in order to orient our visitors about the complete range of language course options available in Olinda.

Location: Olinda Portuguese Language School is located in the historic Brazilian city of Olinda, on the northeastern Atlantic coast. The school is housed in a cosy local building, only a minute's walk from the beautiful Praia do Farol (Lighthouse Beach), multiple restaurants, beachside bars and markets. With a bus stop within 50 metres of the school's front doors, students are in an excellent location to enjoy everything that Olinda has to offer.

School facilities: The school has extensive facilities including a cafeteria, garden, auditorium, lounge, library, computer lab and use of the school kitchen. Olinda Portuguese Language School also provides free after-class learning software to students as well as free Wi-Fi and free parking. All classrooms have ample sunlight and air conditioning, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.

Course selection: The school offers many courses suitable for students of all levels. Whether you are looking to study in groups or privately, Olinda Portuguese Language School may very well have the course you are looking for. Portuguese with soccer and Portuguese with water sports courses are very popular, with further activities and instruction in local arts such as Capoeira, percussion and dance, great for students wanting to learn more about the local culture and values during their time in Olinda.

Additional information: As a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Historic Centre of the Town of Olinda has much to offer, telling a story of 16th-century Portuguese settlers through to 18th-century Dutch burnings and lootings, the architectural and artistic charisma of the town is said to be one of a kind.
  • The language school Olinda Portuguese Language School was founded in Olinda, Brazil in 2011.
  • Legal name / parent company: Learn Portuguese in Olinda Brazil
  • Tax registration ID: CNPJ31.009.769/0001-02

Portuguese Courses

General Language
Online
Private
Work & Study
Business
Exam Preparation
Language Plus Activity

Information for all courses offered by Olinda Portuguese Language School

Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 13 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 May 2024, 30 May 2024, 15 Nov 2024, 20 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

Lessons needed per Portuguese language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes

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Olinda Portuguese Language School

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalQISAN, ASIC
Portuguese teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 7:45
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Olinda Portuguese Language School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Auditorium

  • Garden

  • Copy machine

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 6
    Number of public PC workstations: 4

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Disabled car park

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 25
Throughout the year: 15
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 25 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Recife/Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport:
30 US$ one way
60 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Guararapes - Recife.
More information about airports around Olinda and how to get from the airport to Olinda on your own here on our Olinda page.

Visa Documents

Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
Europe: 60 US$
,
North America: 60 US$
,
South America: 40 US$
,
Africa: 60 US$
,
Oceania: 80 US$
,
Asia: 80 US$
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet0.1 km
Basketball1 km
Cooking0.1 km
Cricket-0.1 km
Dancing0.1 km
Diving50 km
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf20 km
Horse riding10 km
Mountainbiking25 km
Music0.1 km
Sailing10 km
Skiing-0.1 km
Squash10 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis10 km
Volleyball10 km
Windsurfing10 km
Yoga0.4 km
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
 Sample of activities for adults (PDF)
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)

Student opinions about Olinda Portuguese Language School, Olinda

Liked
Assistance of teachers
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay Executive
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
16. Aug. 2015

Map  

Rua Dr. Farias Neves Sobrinho 163, Bairro Novo - 53120-42 Olinda
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FAQ about Olinda Portuguese Language School,

  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Recife/Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (30 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Olinda varies from 1 students (Private Online Tuition 20) to 10 students (Medical Portuguese)
  • 100% of teachers at Olinda Portuguese Language School hold a university degree.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Olinda Portuguese Language School comes from Germany with a 25% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (20%) and USA (20%).
  • Olinda Portuguese Language School offers courses from 0 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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