Rua Florianopolis N 96, Jardim Brasil - 40140320 Salvador - see on map
What we like about the school
- IStudy Global Awards winner: Language School of the Year 2017/2018.
- Free capoeira, dance and caipirinha lessons once a week.
- Rooftop terrace
Location: Instituto Cultural Idioma Salvador is located in Salvador, Brazil, between the Tropic of Capricorn and Ecuador, on Brazil's northeastern coast. The city is one of the sunniest cities in the world and has over 50 kilometres of beaches! The school is housed in a colonial-style building, in the heart of the city's Barra neighbourhood, one of the trendiest and most popular neighbourhoods of the city, within walking distance of shopping centres, restaurants, supermarkets and the beautiful Porto da Barra and Farol da Barra beaches.
Social and Cultural: As a cultural and language centre, the school has many extracurricular activities and excursions to offer. Whether you are looking to tour the local islands, take some diving instruction or wish to learn about the local history through some walking tours, Instituto Cultural Idioma can assist you with all excursions and activities, ensuring a memorable and comfortable time during your trip.
Salvador is steeped in history, serving as an important port to Africa and Asia for the Portuguese colonies, the diverse art, cuisine and natural beauty, really emphasise the city's diversity.
School facilities: The school's facilities include a library, a garden, fridge and microwave use for students, a movie room, a rooftop terrace, free parking, and free water and coffee. All classrooms have natural light and air conditioning, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for all.
- The language school Instituto Cultural Idioma was founded in Salvador, Brazil in 2002.
- Tax registration ID: CNPJ21 845 747 0001 10
Portuguese Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in € | 160 152 | 290 276 | 410 390 | 527 501 | 672 639 | 817 777 | 962 914 | 1107 1052 | 1252 1190 | 1397 1328 | 1687 1603 |
Group courses are very dynamic and interactive, and focus on conversation practice.
Note: If there is only one student registered in a group, the schedule will be from 8:50 am – 10:30 am (2 sessions); if there are only 2 students, the schedule will be from 8:50 am – 11:40 am (3 sessions).
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 8:50 - 12:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 249 237 | 464 441 | 672 639 | 875 832 | 1113 1058 | 1351 1284 | 1589 1510 | 1827 1736 | 2065 1962 | 2303 2188 | 2779 2641 |
This course consists of 20 group lessons plus 5 private lessons.
This is a good option for those who wish to spend time with other students in the group classes, but who also want to have individual classes, in order to be able to clear up individual questions, or get more conversational and phonetic practice.
It consists of 4 sessions per day, from Monday to Friday, in a group in the morning plus 1 individual session in the afternoon.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in € | 336 320 | 639 608 | 933 887 | 1327 1261 | 1627 1546 | 1927 1831 | 2227 2116 | 2527 2401 | 2827 2686 | 3127 2971 | 3727 3541 |
This course consists of 20 group lessons plus 10 private lessons.
This is a good option for those who wish to spend time with other students in the group classes, but who also want to have individual classes, in order to be able to clear up individual questions, or get more conversational and phonetic practice.
It consists of 4 sessions per day, from Monday to Friday, in a group in the morning plus 2 individual sessions in the afternoon.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in € | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2100 1995 | 2400 2280 | 2700 2565 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 |
The option to have classes in the evening consists of 10 individual classes, 2 hours every class. The student can choose on which day of the week they will show up (Sunday to Sunday).
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Afternoon: 17:00 - 19:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 178 170 | 352 335 | 527 501 | 701 666 | 871 828 | 1041 989 | 1211 1151 | 1381 1312 | 1721 1635 | 2061 1958 | 170 162 |
Individual classes are a good option for those who prefer to learn at their own pace, or who need to learn more quickly, or even for those who want to learn specific vocabulary, such as Portuguese for Business.
Classroom material can be discussed with the instructor, allowing the student the opportunity to choose topics that interest them, or to adapt instruction so that it is more efficient and pleasant for the student.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 344 327 | 684 650 | 1025 974 | 1365 1297 | 1665 1582 | 1965 1867 | 2265 2152 | 2565 2437 | 3165 3007 | 3765 3577 | 300 285 |
Individual classes are a good option for those who prefer to learn at their own pace, or who need to learn more quickly, or even for those who want to learn specific vocabulary, such as Portuguese for Business.
Classroom material can be discussed with the instructor, allowing the student the opportunity to choose topics that interest them, or to adapt instruction so that it is more efficient and pleasant for the student.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 527 501 | 1045 993 | 1261 1198 | 1560 1482 | 2060 1957 | 2560 2432 | 3060 2907 | 3560 3382 | 4560 4332 | 5560 5282 | 500 475 |
Individual classes are a good option for those who prefer to learn at their own pace, or who need to learn more quickly, or even for those who want to learn specific vocabulary, such as Portuguese for Business.
Classroom material can be discussed with the instructor, allowing the student the opportunity to choose topics that interest them, or to adapt instruction so that it is more efficient and pleasant for the student.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 160 152 | 290 276 | 410 390 | 527 501 | 672 639 | 817 777 | 962 914 | 1107 1052 | 1252 1190 | 1397 1328 | 1687 1603 |
The objective of this course is to prepare students for the proficiency certificate exam for Portuguese as a second language, in Brazil. The exam was created by the Brazilian Ministry of Education and Culture (MEC), in cooperation with the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE). It is internationally recognized, and evaluates speaking and writing ability, in various situations of daily life.
The student must have a minimum level of Intermediate II to be able to start the preparatory course. The course takes a minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 4 weeks to complete. The levels of classification in the exam are the following:
- Intermediate
- Upper Intermediate
- Advanced
- Upper Advanced.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 8:50 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30
01 Jan. 2023, 19 Apr. 2023, 21 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 20 Jun. 2023, 07 Sep. 2023, 12 Oct. 2023, 02 Nov. 2023, 15 Nov. 2023, 25 Dec. 2023.
Lessons needed per Portuguese language level
| Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner | No knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases. | A1 to A2 | 80 | 4 |
| A2 | Elementary | Can understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies. | A2 to B1 | 160 | 8 |
| B1 | Intermediate | Can speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation. | B1 to B2 | 180 | 9 |
| B2 | Higher Intermediate | Can speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects. | B2 to C1 | 200 | 10 |
| C1 | Advanced | Can use language flexibly and effectively. | C1 to C2 | 220 | 11 |
| C2 | Profiency | Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely. | |||
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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Instituto Cultural Idioma
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Rooftop terrace
Copy machine
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free parking
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 5
Student Age
Airport transfer
80 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Accommodation
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 147 | 294 | 441 | 588 | 735 | 882 | 1029 | 1176 | 1470 | 1764 | 147 |
Price per person
Sharing an apartment with Brazilians or with students from the school is the best option for those that prefer to have more independence. As with the host families, a private room is offered with the same amenities, as well as the keys to the apartment. Meals are not included, but students can use the kitchen to prepare their own meals.
The Brazilians with rooms available to rent are of all ages. In general, they live alone and they are happy to have the opportunity to meet people from other countries, or to practice another language.
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 182 | 364 | 546 | 728 | 910 | 1092 | 1274 | 1456 | 1820 | 2184 | 182 |
Price per person
This is a good option for those who want to have contact with Brazilian families, and participate in social activities with family members. This option provides the student with their own room, and they will have their own key to the house, free to come and go as they please. A continental breakfast is included.
Living with a Brazilian family is an excellent opportunity for students to learn about the way of life and culture. The best way to learn the Portuguese language is total immersion.
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 147 | 294 | 441 | 588 | 735 | 882 | 1029 | 1176 | 1470 | 1764 | 147 |
Price per person
This is a good option for those who want to have contact with Brazilian families, and participate in social activities with family members. This option provides the student with their own room, and they will have their own key to the house, free to come and go as they please.
Living with a Brazilian family is an excellent opportunity for students to learn about the way of life and culture. The best way to learn the Portuguese language is total immersion.
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Instituto Cultural Idioma, Salvador
Questions and answers about Instituto Cultural Idioma
- Can I also start a course during the week?“If the student is not complete beginner, it is possible to start another day of the week, not only Mondays. Depending on availability.”Lisa, Administration from Instituto Cultural Idioma, Salvador - Mar 15, 2023
- Can the school help me organise a SIM card for Salvador?“SIM cards can easily be bought at the center Mall, at C&A store, located 5 minutes walk distance from the school. Price is around 20 Reais (about EUR 4). There is no special requirement. The school can help.”Lisa, Administration from Instituto Cultural Idioma, Salvador - Mar 15, 2023
FAQ about Instituto Cultural Idioma, Salvador
- What is the best price for a course at Instituto Cultural Idioma, Salvador?Portuguese courses at Instituto Cultural Idioma start at 152 € for Standard Portuguese Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Instituto Cultural Idioma?The accommodation Shared Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Instituto Cultural Idioma
- Is airport pickup offered by Instituto Cultural Idioma?Yes. The school offers pickup from Salvador International Airport, Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães (45 €)
- What is the number of students per class at Instituto Cultural Idioma?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Instituto Cultural Idioma varies from 1 students (Evening Course) to 6 students (Standard Portuguese Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Instituto Cultural Idioma?100% of teachers at Instituto Cultural Idioma hold a university degree. 90% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Instituto Cultural Idioma offers courses for which ages?Instituto Cultural Idioma offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.
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