
What we like about the school
- The school organises dinners for students every Friday night.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (5.0/5.0)
- Top rated school facilities (4.7/5.0)
What we dislike about the school
- Not many social activities offered by the school.
Location: Lusa Language School is located in the colourful and friendly Portuguese capital city of Lisbon. Housed in the Cais do Sodré district, the school has excellent nearby transportation options such as bus, train and trams, ensuring students can move around the city and further afield easily. Attractions such as The National Museum of Contemporary Art, Praça Luís de Camões and The National Theatre of São Carlos are all within walking distance of the school, along with many shops, restaurants and eateries.
Course selection: Course selection with Lusa Language is between an Intensive Course (20 lessons per week), Immersions Course (25 lessons per week) and Private Lessons. All courses are available to students of all levels, throughout the whole year.
Accommodation: Accommodation with the school is readily available, with a variety of Homestay options in different districts throughout the city, as well as Summer Residences throughout the summer months.
School facilities: The facilities of the school are excellent, and include a library, free after-class language learning software and a student support desk for any questions or queries. All classrooms have air conditioning, with most having ample natural light to help create the optimal learning environment.
Additional information: Lusa Language School promotes the importance of experiencing the life and culture of the Portuguese locals, along with grammar and language exercises, to progress understanding of the local language. Many cultural visits and social activities are arranged throughout the year, introducing students to the beauty of Lisbon.
- The language school Lusa Language School was founded in Lisbon, Portugal in 2016.
- Legal name / parent company: Eduword, Lda
- Tax registration ID: PT514040491
Portuguese Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 419 399 | 821 780 | 1196 1137 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 430 | 841 | 1226 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Horário: Segunda a sexta, 9h às 13h
Datas de início: Todas as semanas (segunda feira)
Duração: Mínimo de 1 semana, máximo de 20 semanas
Preço:
- 1 semana - 264,90 euros;
- 2 semanas - 255,50 euros (por semana) Total = 511 euros
- 3 semanas ou mais - 243,50 euros (por semana) Total = 730,50 euros
- 4 semanas - Total = 974 euros
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: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:30

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 265 252 | 511 486 | 731 695 | 974 926 | 1218 1158 | 1461 1388 | 1705 1620 | 1948 1851 | 2435 2314 | 2922 2776 | 244 232 |
Price in US$ | 272 | 524 | 749 | 998 | 1248 | 1497 | 1747 | 1996 | 2495 | 2993 | 250 |
Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 to 13:00 or 14:00 or 16:00
Duration: Minimum of 1 week, maximum of 20 weeks
The price includes:
- A placement test if needed
- The book Gramática Ativa
- All the materials needed for the classes and self-study
- Personalised counseling throughout the entire course
- Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
- Professional training certificate (exclusive for students with Portuguese NIF number)
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: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 530 504 | 1060 1007 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 543 | 1086 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This package includes 17.5 hours of Portuguese Intensive Course per week, 12.5 private lessons per week, a placement test, course materials, personalised counselling, a certificate of attendance and a professional training certificate.
The timetable stated is for the group course. The private classes will be scheduled on arrival.
This course includes a combination of the intensive course (20 hours) with some private lessons (10h):
- Portuguese Intensive Course: 9am to 1pm or 2pm to 6pm
- Private lessons: 2 hours per day, in a schedule to be confirmed
The price will be 530 euros per week, including: - 20h of intensive course in a group up to 10 students
- 10h of private lessons
- A placement test if needed
- The book Gramática Ativa and all the materials for the classes and self-study
- Personalized counseling during all the course
- Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
- Professional training certificate (exclusive for students with Portuguese NIF number)
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: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 660 627 | 1320 1254 | 1980 1881 | 2640 2508 | 3300 3135 | 3960 3762 | 4620 4389 | 5280 5016 | 6600 6270 | 7920 7524 | 660 627 |
Price in US$ | 677 | 1353 | 2029 | 2705 | 3381 | 4057 | 4733 | 5409 | 6761 | 8113 | 677 |
This course includes 20 private lessons per week. During these private lessons you can focus on subjects that you would like to work on, for example pronunciation or business Portuguese.
AULAS PRIVADAS PRESENCIAIS
Horários e Frequência: A definir pelo aluno mediante disponibilidade da escola
Preços:
- 15 lições - 525 euros (35€/lição);
- 20 lições - 660 euros (33€/li);
- 30 lições - 930 euros (31€/lesson).
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: 9:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 9:00 - 18:00
- A booking is not finalized until a deposit is made and confirmed by the school. In order to confirm your enrolment, a deposit of 50% of the total amount should be made, unless otherwise agreed with the school. For private or online lessons, a full payment is required before the classes.
- The payment should be completed before the commencement of the course. For the booking deposit you can pay by bank transfer, online with your credit or debit card or paypal. At the school we accept cash, debit or credit cards (except American Express).
- Confirmation and proof of payment must be sent to contact@lusaschool.com. Please note this procedure is mandatory, and the enrolment will be confirmed within one working day.
21 Feb. 2023, 07 Apr. 2023, 25 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 08 Jun. 2023, 15 Aug. 2023, 05 Aug. 2023, 01 Nov. 2023, 01 Dec. 2023, 08 Dec. 2023, 25 Dec. 2023 - 31 Dec. 2023.
Lessons needed per Portuguese language level
Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) | ||
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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 Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Lusa Language School





General school facilities
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in most classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 9Paid parking (<500m)
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
40 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Cooking | | - |
Dancing | | 2 km |
Diving | | 10 km |
Golf | | 10 km |
Horse riding | | 10 km |
Mountainbiking | | 10 km |
Music | | - |
Sailing | | 10 km |
Tennis | | 10 km |
Windsurfing | | 10 km |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Paid activities
Reviews
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Questions and answers about Lusa Language School
- Will the lessons be held in Portuguese-German, because my English is unfortunately not so good.“You don't have to worry. Most of the classes are held in Portuguese, because students come from all different countries. The teachers will make it easy for you to get started even if you are a beginner. ”Lisa S. Schiwy, Area Manager from Germany - Nov 08, 2022
FAQ about Lusa Language School, Lisbon
- What is the best price for a course at Lusa Language School, Lisbon?Portuguese courses at Lusa Language School start at 252 € for Intensive Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by Lusa Language School?Yes. The school offers pickup from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (25 €)
- What is the number of students per class at Lusa?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Lusa varies from 1 students (Private Course (20)) to 10 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Lusa Language School?100% of teachers at Lusa Language School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Lusa Language School from?The highest Nationality percentage at Lusa Language School comes from Spain with a 6,5% representation, followed by students from Germany (5,55%) and France (4,67%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Lusa Language School offers courses for which ages?Lusa Language School offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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