Reviews of Fast Forward Institute, Porto, Portugal
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4.5
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Fast Forward Institute, Porto, Portugal
Fast Forward Institute, Porto, Portugal
Based on 132 reviews of former students of Fast Forward Institute
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Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (30 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (50 ratings)
Students 50+ years (50 ratings)
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Individual Reviews
Fast Forward Institute
5. Jan. 2026
John (52 years) 
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 15 individual) - 3 weeks
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 15 individual) - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Good and sufficient lessons."
Negative aspects
"Everything was fine."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I don't have any tips."
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Other comments
"Good school, good teachers."
City/place
"Nice city."
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"Everything is OK."
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10. Nov. 2025
Dirk (62 years) 
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very pleasant and personal atmosphere. Friendly teachers. Small learning groups."
Negative aspects
"Ongoing renovation work. Structural renovation required and musty smell. Chilly rooms. The positives mentioned above clearly outweigh the negatives. And the renovation will be completed at some point."
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Other comments
"I would book there again!"
City/place
"An attractive city that lives from its overall atmosphere rather than from individual mega-sights. The ups and downs and the location on the Douro with such different districts and many hidden gems are something very special."
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"Well organized and structured."
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17. Jun. 2025
Jacqueline (51 years) Australia Course: Group Intensive - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Good value if you want a private class for the cost of a group class. Nice that they didn't reduce my hours when I was the only person at my level."
Negative aspects
"Extra small school with minimal social activities. Average of 4 students over the month that I was there, including two weeks where I was alone with only one other student. First week I wasn't even offered a single social activity. Very lonely to attend and I'm not sure how it is sustainable as a business. I would not return."
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"Too small to be viable."
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9. Jun. 2025
Katja (49 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
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"I was very satisfied overall. The location of the school is excellent, although the building is in need of some renovation. However, work is currently underway and the noise level was kept within reasonable limits with the windows closed - not a problem due to the weather. The staff were very friendly and competent throughout. I didn't find it ideal at first that I was in a class with more advanced students without any previous knowledge, but I was able to work more on the ‘basics’ in the afternoon lessons, together with just one other student."
Negative aspects
"The thematic structure of the teaching material could be optimised and the order of grammatical and content-related topics could be improved. Instead of the imperative right in the first lesson, for example, the polite form would make more sense in my view, e.g. doctor's visit, general information, asking for directions. Afternoon activities are offered in a form that offers no added value compared to organising them yourself due to a lack of information or ‘guidance’. Other students reported similar things about a wine tour."
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17. Feb. 2025
In Leng (39 years) Macau Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teachers are very enthusiastic and attentive. Small class size and high quality of students."
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"Good"
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14. Dec. 2024
Anke (64 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The location of the school, the structure of the lessons, the warm welcome, the friendliness there."
Negative aspects
"I was missing feedback after the placement test (in addition to the placement) and I would have liked a learning recommendation. However, I wouldn't describe this as a weakness."
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"Very beautiful city."
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11. Nov. 2024
Lizette (65 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"It is a relatively small school and I really liked the atmosphere!
When I was there the groups were small, which made the lessons personal and intensive."
Negative aspects
"I have nothing to complain about, but if I had to think of something it would be the lack of a library with simple books/magazines in Portuguese.
And a coffee machine with more options."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Grab lunch at Benton Market around the corner."
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Other comments
"I felt welcome and at home from the start."
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"It was definitely intense! A lot of grammar in 2 weeks!"
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28. Aug. 2024
Joan Ramon (40 years) Germany Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 individual) - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"In general very positive, I´ve really learnt a lot, good location, the professors are good."
Negative aspects
"School just offer 1 group activity which included "to pay" options."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Prepare basic stuff before the test level on the first day."
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24. Jun. 2024
Anja (57 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very homely! The assistant Ana is very helpful. Ernesto, the director, is very friendly. Marta, the teacher, was very good! We were only 4 students in the group, from 30-70 years old! The small group size means you learn more! The teaching material was also good, as was the structure of the lessons.
The location is very central in a side street of Rua de Santa Catarina, a shopping street in the historic city centre. The nearest metro station is Bolhão. I would love to come back!"
Negative aspects
"Nothing really! If it is important to you: The school does not offer a certified test for a language level, such as the Cial in Lisbon."
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City/place
"Fantastic city, incredibly diverse. There is a lot to discover. A lot of building sites at the moment though."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Very good!"
Accommodation
"A bit far away, walking distance would have been better. The 2 times I saw the landlady she was very nice. The room was ok. I had my own bathroom. Everything was very clean."
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22. Jan. 2024
Michael (65 years) Course: Private Course 20 - 1 week
Course: Private Course 20 - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Fast Forward is a very good school to work in a pleasant learning atmosphere. The teaching staff are motivated and highly qualified. I was also very pleased with the open and friendly contact with the language school management. This is not always the case. I will be back!"
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"I'll be back!"
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"Very good"
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10. Jan. 2024
Patrizya (45 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Warmth and professionalism"
Negative aspects
"Nothing"
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"Best city in the world"
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27. Nov. 2023
Cosima (63 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The learning groups are small, so you are constantly challenged. The contact with the teachers was very good."
Negative aspects
"The lessons are based almost exclusively on the textbook, which is certainly very good. But I would have liked a little more flexibility in the way the exercises are worked through."
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"It's not the city I would like to live in. But for a stay of two or more weeks, Porto is very exciting and has a lot to offer. It's great fun to discover and experience the very different neighbourhoods."
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13. Nov. 2023
Steffen (42 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"A friendly, informal environment and great lessons. The theory taught mainly in the morning was applied directly in simple dialogue situations in the afternoon. Individual questions and requests were dealt with well."
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13. Nov. 2023
Christiane (38 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendly, informal atmosphere and very high quality teaching. Very friendly and helpful staff. I achieved my A1 Portuguese within a week."
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26. Aug. 2023
Kasia (44 years) United Kingdom Course: Group Intensive - 3 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teachers are very friendly and accommodating, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. School location is super convenient.
Everyone is supportive and encouraging to learn the language and afternoon activities cover all landmarks and interesting places to visit.
There is a real sense of camaraderie across groups and teachers."
Negative aspects
"Teachers change on a weekly basis so if you choose longer course, it’s very likely you will be taught by different teachers. School has a policy of rotating teachers from one week to another.
Teaching style is quite old school, with book and whiteboard only, no multimedia or listening exercises."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Great lunch places nearby, walking distance to the city centre, good spots for shopping and Mercado do Bolhao, not to be missed."
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"It’s really difficult not to fall in love with the city. There are so many interesting things to see and do, and it’s a perfect base for daily trips to other cities nearby."
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2. Aug. 2023
Robert (74 years) United States Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 3 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"It is a challenging programme and the teachers are excellent."
Negative aspects
"I did not like that I had to leave after 3 weeks."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Come learn the language and enjoy the city"
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"It is excellent school"
City/place
"It is a wonderful, exciting city."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"The course was challenging and exactly what I needed."
Accommodation
"The homestay was wonderful and Filipe was an excellent host"
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12. Jun. 2023
Heike (60 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Committed teachers, super teaching material, public bank holiday was compensated for: more hours."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Info about Uber and Bolt"
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Other comments
"Well organised"
City/place
"Interesting and varied. But very noisy because of the new metro and many construction sites."
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"Had individual lessons in the 1st week; 2nd week in a small group of 5"
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27. Mar. 2023
Markus (31 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"We laughed a lot and had fun, I learned a lot in my two weeks there."
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"Good bars and discos, but also beautiful nature with many parks, rivers and the sea."
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11. Dec. 2022
Manfred (63 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teachers and staff were very nice. The location in the centre of Porto is excellent."
Negative aspects
"Unfortunately, I was placed in a B2 course, probably for lack of enough other students, although I only have my A1 diploma. Therefore, the level was too high for me. I didn't receive the materials until the third day of class and they didn't include an explanation of the grammar. Therefore, it is absolutely advisable to buy an extra book on grammar.
For a student with a B2 level, this would certainly have been a good course of study."
For a student with a B2 level, this would certainly have been a good course of study."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Boat trip on the Douro, eating out in one of the small restaurants"
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Other comments
"It took a long time to get the address of my host. This might worry other participants who are less calm."
City/place
"A very recommendable city. The only thing is that I would no longer travel there in November, as I arrived at school with wet shoes almost every day, despite an umbrella. It simply rained too often. Excursions to other cities, such as Braga or Coimbra, are highly recommended."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"In general, OK. The training materials should cover the grammar a little more."
Accommodation
"The room was fine. It did not offer any luxury, but I did not expect that. It was very clean and big enough, even had access to a large terrace. The breakfast was very modest. However, I don't eat much breakfast, so my wishes were fulfilled. I am sure I would have had more choice if I had wanted it.
The host was very nice and helpful.
The public transport connection is poor. The range of restaurants nearby is very modest."
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8. Aug. 2022
Lorenzo Andrea Giovanni (22 years) 
Course: Portuguese and Surf - 2 weeks
Course: Portuguese and Surf - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Everything"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The courses are well paced, only I was hoping to compare myself with young people from all over Europe
closer to my age of 20s and 30s"
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Other comments
"Patient and knowledgeable teachers"
City/place
"Aesthetically very beautiful city, the locals not very friendly but overall I had a good time; I recommend the surfing courses."
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"Excellent"
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1. Feb. 2022
Noémie (30 years) France Course: Portuguese and Surf - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teacher adapted the exercises to my level and the material provided was perfect to learn in real context. The director was always available or any questions I had."
Negative aspects
"Unfortunately, I was the only one during this two weeks, and could have used some social interaction"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Watch the sunset in Jardin do Morro"
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City/place
"Porto is beautiful city, the center is small enough to be visited by feet and public transports takes you anywhere. Many typical foods, and a lot of history to be discovered. Amazing view points and enough activities for different taste."
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"We couldn't use the hot shower due to covid so this mention should be removed from the description."
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4. Oct. 2021
Elsa Hanne (65 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The friendly atmosphere, the visitors from different countries, the nice helpful teachers, the classrooms and the location of the school"
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"Special old city with a lot of culture history and a lively university"
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"Very nice family"
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11. Sep. 2021
Alison (65 years) United Kingdom Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Quality of teaching. Welcoming staff. Exactly what I was looking for"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The group course was mostly grammar and the private sessions were mostly vocabulary and conversation practice which I found to be a good balance."
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"I will definitely come back again."
City/place
"Clean and feels safe and not too expensive. Nice to be by the sea and there are lots of parks, museums etc."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"This course was exactly what I wanted."
Accommodation
"The accommodation was a bit far from the school, but this was more than made up for by the lovely family who made me feel very welcome, and the comfortable room with private shower room. It was a good opportunity for me to find out how to get around in Porto."
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6. Sep. 2019
Katharina (53 years) Germany Course: Private Course 20 - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"School staff were all very nice and helpful. I was really moved by the unexpected birthday party they prepared for me. It is a nice detail and precious memory."
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City/place
"You have to "conquer" Porto. It is not as nice and warm as Lisbon right from the beginning. But the more you know the place the more interesting and gratifying it becomes."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Very nice and good teacher. She could have prepared more exercises about the week points, I would have appreciated that. I would book her again in any case and let her know my expectations more clearly."
Accommodation
"It was all fine. My guestfather was a really nice and helpful person. That is why my overall rating is 5 stars. I can throughly recommend him. The place is nice, not very near to the school though."
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8. Jul. 2019
Gordana (49 years) Croatia Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
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"I would be happy to book the same school again if only I could be provided with a homestay closer to school or if I had to use only one metro line."
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"Absolutely great school with very dedicated teachers, small groups family atmosphere"
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"Great friendly school"
City/place
"Great safe, clean, interesting and beautiful city."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Great school, small classes, dedicated teachers."
Accommodation
"Great host, good Wi-Fi, clean room, friendly environment, just too far away from the center - 10 minutes walking to the Metro station then 20 min to another metro station then 5 minutes walking to school."
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11. Jun. 2019
Mathilde (26 years) Belgium Course: Combined Course (20 group + 15 individual) - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Small learning groups, very good and nice teachers!"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"To learn some additional words you can buy a visual dictionary."
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"Very good classes and teachers, you'll be able to speak Portuguese by the end of the class, guaranteed! I really loved the class and the school, I recommend it."
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"City center is very noisy by night"
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16. Feb. 2019
João (44 years) Angola Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The environment and the fact that it is also a place to meet students from other countries"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The school is good and I can recommend it to other students"
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"The school should have more proper equipment for audio sessions (headsets or speakers) instead of a simple "computer on the table"."
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30. Oct. 2018
Gordana (48 years) Croatia Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeks
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"The teachers and their dedication, the feeling of belonging to a family of students and teachers, the location, the dedication and the overall positive and optimistic spirit of the school."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"GREAT LOCATION AND VERY FRIENDLY TEACHERS"
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"JUST WHAT A SMALL SCHOOL SHOULD BE"
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16. Sep. 2018
Erőss (47 years) Hungary Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Good teachers, very friedly atmosphere"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Music house"
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19. Aug. 2018
Matteo (21 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Staff helpfulness and professionalism"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"That the school is hard to find the first time"
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"It was very interesting because I met people from all over the world"
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15. Aug. 2018
Kristina (28 years) Norway Course: Group Super Intensive - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"I liked how the teachers were open and friendly with us, how they spent time with us after classes. The location was super."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Start course on first monday in the month!"
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15. Aug. 2018
Cecilia (43 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The Fast Forward school is really fantastic! It is located in a very central position of the city, near the metro station. The course was really well organized and my teacher was exceptional, both in explanations and in accompanying us in the afternoon activities."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"At the time of the communication of the accommodation, the student must be informed about the system of public transport, especially and it is located in a non-central area; the system of the Oporto areas could be a bit complicated, especially for young and/or inexperienced students."
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"Everything at school was beautiful from the beginning: welcome on the first day, possibility to have hot and cold drinks in the student lounge, afternoon activities and finally a farewell party on the last day, with refreshments, attendance certificates and a little gift: exceptional!"
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27. Feb. 2018
Sally (41 years) United Kingdom Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
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"The teaching is very professional and encouraging. All teachers and office staff are very helpful and friendly. I was there at a quiet time of year but it still seemed like real efforts were made to group students together with similar levels and also with the visits and social programme was great."
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"A really positive experience. I hope to go back soon."
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30. Nov. 2017
Cesare (71 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 15 individual) - 4 weeks
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"The instructors"
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16. Oct. 2017
Akari Mozambique Course: Group Intensive - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendly teachers and social events including the farewell parties."
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"I wish to come back again!"
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11. Jul. 2017
Bettie Course: Private Course 20 - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Location"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"1/3 Do their level test before the first class, thus avoiding that precious class time which is consumed by this test.
2/3 Group classes are not available in the afternoons.
3/3 Packages only offer daily classes (2 or 3 weekly classes are not offered)."
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30. May. 2017
Gertrud (57 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"It was super organized. Very very nice teachers. Everything was perfect, I can only recommend it!!!"
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13. Mar. 2017
Frank (40 years) Germany Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
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"Location, tuition, farewell do"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Restaurant Tapabento"
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6. Sep. 2016
Paola (50 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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"The location, the staff, the cleanliness, the order and the reception. There was also the coffee machine and the water dispenser!"
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"I's a pity going out to see the Church of San Francesco with someone who knew anything about that!"
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18. Jul. 2016
Sarah (30 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"The friendly and helpful nature of the school management and the teachers, and how the lessons were individually tailored to the strengths or weaknesses of the student."
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21. Apr. 2016
Jenna (22 years) United Kingdom Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
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"The staff were so friendly and helpful, and willing to do whatever they could to help me improve my language. My teachers were Clóvis and Mafalda, and I really enjoyed learning from them.
I especially recommend taking individual classes alongside the group classes, as you can ask directly about any doubts you have. During my individual lessons, Mafalda made everything very clear and easy to follow, even things that I had been really confused about in the past."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Participate in the organised trips and activities (that include Ribeira, the river, Praça de aliados and the Torre dos Clérigos). The centre of Porto is small enough that you can see a lot in a week and it is really beautiful."
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"I really enjoyed learning there, the atmosphere was great and as I said, the staff was really lovely. I feel that I really learned a lot in the week (and it counted as a nice holiday too) and I couldn't recommend FastForward Institute in Porto more."
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24. Aug. 2015
Lucie (17 years) 
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Socializing, great organization."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The trips organized by the school."
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20. Aug. 2015
Julian (26 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
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"Really nice teachers and staff, very helpful. Easy to meet and connect with other students."
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11. Aug. 2015
Constance (31 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The atmosphere"
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Homestay Executive
22. Jun. 2015
Lydia (47 years) Course: Group Intensive - 9 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 9 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Great organization, flexible class times and above all very competent and humorous professorts... High level of learning ..."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take some trips to other cities as well: Ribeira, Palácio da Bolsa, Rua das Flores, São Bento, Clérigos, Livraria Lello and much more ... It is best to discover them on your own ..."
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"During my 9 week course at Fast Forward I felt very very comfortable and well cared for. Highly recommendable!!!"
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15. Sep. 2014
Xavier (54 years) Spain Course: Group Intensive - 3 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very friendly and pleasant atmosphere"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"If you want to study portuguese in Portugal, you have to choose this school"
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Homestay Executive
21. Aug. 2014
Susanne (51 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
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"The courses, the atmosphere and the relationships with the teachers. They were there to help and encourage me. The quality of the courses was excellent, it was perfect."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Group excursions, exploring the city, visiting the wine cellars of Porto. A concert of Fado. Typical restaurants in Vila Nova de Gaia. Go and meet the local people, who are very welcoming and open-minded. Home stay is a great opportunity to understand the lives of families, to meet people, and to practice the language outside the classrooms. For me, it was also a great experience to share these two weeks with this family, with who I kept in touch up to now."
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"This school has excellent standards, with a warm and very competent staff, you feel at home and the atmosphere is great. I lost my fear of speaking in public and I have learnt a lot in two weeks. It was a great experience that I intend to renew next year."
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28. Jun. 2014
Arnold (53 years) Course: Private Course 30 - 1 week
Course: Private Course 30 - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The rapid detection and targeted classes according to my weaknesses, as well as the all-round pleasant atmosphere."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The market "Mercado do Bolhão" just around the corner"
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19. Mar. 2014
Laure (37 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The school is very welcoming, the staff available and helpful."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"In the school's neighborhood, bakeries and grocery stores are numerous and typical, ideal for testing the knowledge and practice one's speaking skills."
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"Missing audiovisual work. The method is based on reading and reading comprehension. I would have liked to work on authentic documents (different from the given textbook) and have more oral interaction with day-to-day situations (in a shop for example)."
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2. Jan. 2014
John (58 years) Germany Course: Group Intensive - 3 weeks
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"The teachers were very helpful, patient and knowledgeable, not just about grammar and history of their own language, but also about their city and country and several of their students' languages."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Clovís' restaurant suggestions!!"
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"Everything ran very smoothly. There was a general tendency amongst the students to adopt Southern European punctuality, but the teachers were ALWAYS on time!"
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17. Dec. 2013
Daniel (39 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Super Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very nice team and very committed. Wifi included and small kitchenette for self catering. Centrally located near the subway."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Porto"
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3. Aug. 2013
Jessica (24 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 6 weeks
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"The Location."
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25. Jun. 2013
Doucin (29 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers are very nice and qualified."
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24. Jun. 2013
Merl (50 years) United Kingdom Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendly atmosphere and good teaching."
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Homestay Executive
4. Oct. 2012
Francine (71 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"We were very few students, the lessons were intense. The teacher are very caring, the students motivated to learn. I will be back soon."
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19. Sep. 2012
Anna (66 years) Course: Private Course 40 - 1 week
Course: Private Course 40 - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The kindness and availability of the teachers"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"It gives you the opportunity to learn a language and at the same time to know a city not as "tourists""
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"It seems to me a very good school, greatest kindness, excellent teachers and convenient location"
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28. Aug. 2012
Natalie (35 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Relaxed comfortble atmosphere, everybody was friendly."
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27. Aug. 2012
Lorena (36 years) France Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
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"Teachers are excellent and all administrative staff.
Classrooms are big."
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Homestay Executive
25. Aug. 2012
Marie-paule (58 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The small size was an advantage : hospitality and atmosphere, availability of all the team, very central location."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The great view over the Douro river from the Luis 1er bridge. The Lello bookshop, the english beach, the trip to Guimmaraes"
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"The level of my class was lower than the one I was in Lisbon or Faro, due to a low number of students"
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20. Aug. 2012
Sanne (29 years) Netherlands Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The ambiance in the school is good, nice and good teachers."
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13. Aug. 2012
Sven (26 years) Belgium Course: Private Course 20 - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Meeting new people, learning and the good teachers."
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Homestay Executive
23. Jul. 2012
David (60 years) Course: Private Course 20 - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendliness"
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"Very professional and efficient"
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26. Jun. 2012
Kaori (36 years) Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Super Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"The teachers were very very good and could explain everything with fun and enthusiasm. Week per week we had to conduct a presentation."
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"The location of the school is great, you can go everywhere by foot. It's situated in the centre are there are many shopping facilities. Leisure time and tourism is planed monthly and the school can give you recommendations as well. The teachers also visited the city with us, so ... it was amazing!
I chose a apartment hotel but there are many accommodation options and it is not expensive. At lunch, you can to a restaurant with the school, where they offer different things every day and which has a good menu."
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28. May. 2012
Fabian (31 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The contact between teaching staff and students"
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21. May. 2012
Achim (49 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Great teachers, good atmosphere, friendly contact, coffee and water"
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"Unfortunately, I had to participate in an already active group and I couldn't really keep up."
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22. Feb. 2012
Lara (44 years) Netherlands Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 individual) - 2 weeks
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"The professionalism of the teachers and the good combination of fun and learning , plus their devotion to teach Portuguese."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Exploring the City."
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"Fast forward strives to help each individual student to his or her ability and it seems to me a personal goal of each teacher to install the love for their language in the students they teach."
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2. Feb. 2012
Eva (18 years) Spain Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers."
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"I really improved my language skills. The teachers met all my expectations."
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24. Jan. 2012
Alan (59 years) Netherlands Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 individual) - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Quality of lessons"
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"Friendly and professional teachers"
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29. Nov. 2011
Laura (30 years) Netherlands Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers, staff and students"
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6. Sep. 2011
Nadine (21 years) Switzerland Course: Group Intensive - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"That the teachers really care about the students. It didn't feel like it was all about the money, but about socializing."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"All the activities"
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"Would have been nice to learn about Portugal's history in class."
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30. May. 2011
Karim (51 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The ambiance, the organisation."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The visit to the old city, Ribeira quarter, the Luis 2 bridge."
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27. May. 2011
Jean-marie (54 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendliness with the school team"
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25. Apr. 2011
Angelita (33 years) Course: Private Course 40 - 2 weeks
Course: Private Course 40 - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers all have an incredibly high degree of competence. The family atmosphere was the second, but not the least, factor that made me adore this experience in Porto in the Fast Forward Institute."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"You will be treated with the utmost respect, cordiality and you should treat them the same way. The Portuguese people are very humble but very sensitive."
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29. Nov. 2010
Ruth (49 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Personal approach of the entire team"
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Homestay
13. Sep. 2010
Friedrich-karl (59 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Relatively small school, objective, very personal and pleasant atmosphere. High quality of teaching."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Private lessons (in the afternoon)."
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7. Sep. 2010
Oliver (31 years) United Kingdom Course: Group Intensive - 4 weeks
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"Very friendly and welcoming with a good sense of humour."
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31. Aug. 2010
Luis Jesus (43 years) Spain Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
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"Quality of teaching and general ambience in the school."
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10. Aug. 2010
Susanne (55 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Familiar atmosphere, very friendly"
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"I changed family that's why this evalution is quite difficult. The second family was kind and the school in walking distance (25-30 minutes).
The teachers were different, too: The first group was full of Spanish speaking students which wasn't easy for the teacher. In the second group there were only 3 really interested learners with a good teacher."
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3. Aug. 2010
Konrad (28 years) Denmark Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
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"Very, very friendly teachers. The school is relatively small and very cozy, which makes you feel like in a family :) The quality of teaching is high, and adjusted to students individual needs. I strongly recommend this school to everyone who would like to learn wonderful Portuguese language, and spend time in a social, friendly, entertaining manner."
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15. Apr. 2010
Sonja (62 years) Course: Group Intensive - 3 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 3 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The teacher de Engageman"
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18. Nov. 2009
Grit (39 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 weekOverall rating
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"The staff of the school is very nice and personable."
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16. Nov. 2009
Léonie (46 years) Course: Private Course 20 - 1 week
Course: Private Course 20 - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Relaxed atmosphere with good standard of classes"
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16. Jun. 2009
Reuben (26 years) United Kingdom Course: Group Intensive - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Staff very friendly and helpful, felt like a family"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take advantage of the guided tours, they're really interesting and usually for free"
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"Very good. consultant spotted an error in my booking dates and contacted me straight away, meaning it was sorted well in advance"
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10. Jun. 2009
Luva (64 years) 
Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Excellent atmosphere, professional and welcoming"
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3. Jun. 2009
Alexandra (40 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Very fexibel, very friendly, the most teachers are great and support the learner a lot"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Experience with different teachers"
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17. Feb. 2009
Fran (22 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Atmosphere"
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16. Nov. 2008
Regula (58 years) Course: Private Course 20 - 1 week
Course: Private Course 20 - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"My teacher Elisabetta Silva"
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"It is clean and the service is good and very nice and helpful."
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15. Nov. 2008
Britta (44 years) Germany Course: 6 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Adaptation of individual classes to the needs and capacity of the students."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take more than just one week, as you probably won't want to leave."
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"The teaching concept is very good. The teachers have all completed higher education/university language courses and thus can teach linguistically very sound classes. They also have infinite patience. The family atmosphere at Fast Forward is very special. I have taken a 6 week 6 h a day course of individual lessons. It took all that time to break me of my Spanish speaking habits. Now I am working in Angola and have no communication problems."
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31. Oct. 2008
Peter (64 years) Course: Standard Course 20 lessons/week - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The Personal Attention"
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"The teachers did a very good job and the staff was very nice."
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31. Oct. 2008
Pauline (21 years) France Course: Group Intensive - 3 weeks
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"The melting Pot with other students"
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Homestay Executive
23. Jul. 2008
Stian (35 years) Norway Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 individual) - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Tania"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Cemetery gives Agramonte"
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"Teachers are skilled, and the staff is always helpful. If you want to have maximum education value, you should give feedback during the course (not just after the course has ended). Some private lessons in between classes are also very efficient."
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2. Apr. 2008
Richard (65 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 individual) - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Luciana Spine"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"In winter there are fewer students"
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6. Feb. 2008
Simon (24 years) Course: Group Intensive - 4 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 4 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Ambience, teacher, director"
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27. Jan. 2008
Lorenzo (40 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The kind of relevation among students, teachers and organizations"
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"All the staff is an example of kindness and Helpfulness"
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4. Jan. 2008
Joanna (47 years) Spain Course: Combined Course (20 group + 15 individual) - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The atmosphere"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"If you go in the Winter, take warm clothes with you! Appartments usually don't have heating!"
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14. Nov. 2007
Michael (56 years) United Kingdom Course: Combined Course (20 group + 10 individual) - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendly staff"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Make sure you've got the right zones for your "andante" card if using public transport."
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29. Oct. 2007
Sandra (32 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Cultural visits organized and team very nice"
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26. Oct. 2007
Ana (27 years) Course: Group Intensive - 1 week
Course: Group Intensive - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Everything"
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10. Oct. 2007
Harald (42 years) Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Group Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Family atmosphere in school, very helpful teachers and staff"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Porto and surroundings offer a great choice of trips. See on weekend also cities of Braga, Guimaraes or others to reach easily by train."
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"Good offer of leisure activities, high involvement of teachers, I recommand the school to everyone being interested in learning Portuguese, excellent accomodation in family"
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3. Oct. 2007
Sylvia (35 years) Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"Friendly and open-hearted teacher"
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"Good service"
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