Oficina de PortuguesPorto, Portugal
- Best rated school in Porto
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (4.8/5.0)
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (4.7/5.0)
- Top rated school facilities (4.4/5.0)
- Learning progress guarantee.
Location: Oficina de Portugues Porto is located in the unique port city of Porto, Portugal. The city is known for its port wine, in addition to the historic centre being registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The school is housed in the Bolhão neighbourhood, famous for its Mercado de Bolhão, where students can buy some of the finest fish and herbs around, all under the market's neoclassical structure. There are also several eateries, amenities and attractions within walking distance of the school. Such attractions include the ViaCatarina shopping mall, the Coliseu Porto Ageas, the Chapel of Souls and the Igreja de Santo Ildefonso church.
Course selection: In addition to General Portuguese available to students of all levels, over several schedules and intensities, Oficina de Portugues Porto provides group and individual Skype lessons, private tuition and combinations of in-person group and individual lessons.
Social and cultural: Furthermore to classroom teaching, the school likes to hold outdoor classes in and around the city. This way, students can engage with the city's culture and happenings as they learn. The school also has an activity and events programme that students can take part in. Such activities can include port tasting, theatre shows, dinner parties, and cultural tours of the city.
Additional information: The school is within a 20-minute bus ride from the beach.
- The language school Oficina de Portugues was founded in Porto, Portugal in 2009.
- Legal name / parent company: Ângela Filipe Lopes
- Tax registration ID: PT219354880
Portuguese Courses
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Price at school Our price | 270 257 | 540 513 | 810 770 | 972 924 | 1215 1155 | 1458 1386 | 1701 1616 | 1944 1847 | 2187 2078 | 2430 2309 | 2916 2771 |
The course allows a student to immerse in the Portuguese Language and Culture through structured and well-designed classes. The Portuguese lessons will focus on all language learning skills they need to improve: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Standard Portuguese is
- an intensive course that covers general Portuguese.
- held from 9:00 to 13.00 (coffee break at 11:00).
- available in all proficiency levels (students are placed according to their level).
- meant for all ages (above 18).
- booked for a minimum of 1 week.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
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Price at school Our price | 150 143 | 300 285 | 450 428 | 540 513 | 675 642 | 810 770 | 945 898 | 1080 1026 | 1215 1155 | 1350 1283 | 1620 1539 |
This course is designed for people who work or study in Porto or Northern Portugal. It allows a student to have a regular, but somewhat intensive Portuguese course that keeps their learning experience at a high pace.
Extensive Portuguese is
- a lighter intensive course that covers general Portuguese.
- held from 09:00 until 11:00.
- available in all proficiency levels (students are placed according to their level).
- meant for all ages (above 18).
- booked for a minimum of 1 week.
The topics covered vary according to students' proficiency level. Each proficiency level corresponds approximately to 60 hours (around 6 weeks). 2 weekly outdoor lessons are included (subject to a minimum of 4 participants). These cover walks in the city, visits to museums, street markets, landmarks and imply language use in context (ordering at a café, buying tickets, etc).
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
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Price at school Our price | 550 523 | 1100 1045 | 1650 1568 | 1980 1881 | 2475 2352 | 2970 2822 | 3465 3292 | 3960 3762 | 4455 4233 | 4950 4703 | 5940 5643 |
This course is a combination of 20 group and 10 individual language lessons.
During the individual lessons, a student can choose the subject they want to work on and have the teacher’s attention focus only on their doubts and queries.
Intensive Portuguese + 10 is
- a very intensive course that covers general Portuguese.
- composed of 4 group lessons + 2 private.
- held from 09:00 until 13:00 o´clock (group) + from 14:00 until 16:00 o´clock (private).
- available in all proficiency levels (students are placed according to their level).
- meant for all ages (above 18).
- booked for a minimum of 1 week.
The topics covered vary according to students' proficiency level. Each proficiency level corresponds approximately to 60 hours (2 to 3 weeks). Private lessons are tailored to each student's personal needs and allow more time to improve speaking skills.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school Our price | 420 399 | 840 798 | 1260 1197 | 1512 1437 | 1890 1796 | 2268 2155 | 2646 2514 | 3024 2873 | 3402 3232 | 3780 3591 | 4536 4310 |
The course is a combination of 20 group and 5 individual lessons.
Intensive Portuguese + 5 is
- a very intensive course that covers general Portuguese.
- composed of 4 group lessons + 1 private.
- held from 09:00 until 13:00 (group) + from 14:00 until 15:00 (private).
- available in all proficiency levels (students are placed according to their level).
- meant for all ages (above 18).
- booked for a minimum of 1 week
The topics covered vary according to students' proficiency level. Each proficiency level corresponds approximately to 60 hours (3 weeks). Private lessons are tailored to each student's personal needs and allow more time to improve speaking skills.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:00
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Price at school Our price | 250 238 | 475 452 | 700 665 | 900 855 | 1125 1069 | 1350 1283 | 1575 1497 | 1800 1710 | 2025 1924 | 2250 2138 | 2700 2565 |
These private lessons are scheduled according to students timezones and teachers availability.
One-to-one Private Course online is
- Held on Skype, Zoom or other online platform the student prefers.
- An individualised option that covers any aspect(s) of Portuguese.
- available in all proficiency levels (students are placed according to their level).
- Meant for all ages (above 18).
- Booked for a minimum of 4 weeks.
- Always taught by a teacher.
Materials are sent each week / lesson by the teacher.
Morning: 8:00 - 9:00
Afternoon: 17:00 - 18:00
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Price at school Our price | 350 333 | 665 632 | 980 931 | 1260 1197 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2205 2095 | 2520 2394 | 2835 2694 | 3150 2993 | 3780 3591 |
These private lessons are scheduled according to students' timezones and teachers' availability.
Private Portuguese is
- an intensive private course.
- held at a convenient time for both teacher and student at school, either mornings, afternoons or evenings.
- available in all proficiency levels.
- meant for all ages (above 18).
- booked for a minimum of 1 week.
The topics covered vary according to students' proficiency level. Each proficiency level corresponds approximately to 60 hours (2 to 3 weeks). Private lessons are tailored to each student's needs.
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 17:00 - 19:00
Information for all courses offered by Oficina de Portugues
Outdoor lessons and social activities come at no extra charge. But students must pay for their own expenses, which may include transport, entries to museums, etc.
Social activities are subject to a minimum number of 4 students.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 30 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 24 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024 - 06 Sep 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Portuguese language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
Oficina de Portugues
“Learn Portugal. Not just Portuguese.”
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Library
Lounge
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 3Number of public PC workstations: 1Paid parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
80 € return (both ways)
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Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Dancing | | - |
Music | | 2 km |
Sailing | | 5 km |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
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Price in € | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Homestay is typically
- at a host family of no more than 4 people.
- either in Porto or in Matosinhos (beach).
- a self catered option, students are welcome to use the family's kitchen.
- a single bedroom with a shared or private bathroom.
Transports from and to the homestay may include bus or metro. Families may or may not speak English. Photos of the accommodation are sent to students when they request accommodation.
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Student opinions about Oficina de Portugues, Porto
Questions and answers about Oficina de Portugues
- Can the kitchen be used with the accommodation type "Host Family"?“Yes, students may always use the kitchen.”Ângela, Director from Oficina de Portugues, Porto - Jun 28, 2023
- How many minutes does a lesson have?“50 minutes for group lessons, 60 minutes for private lessons.”Ângela, Director from Oficina de Portugues, Porto - Jul 21, 2023
FAQ about Oficina de Portugues, Porto
- How can I identify my level of Portuguese?“On your first day, you will do a short language test to identify your current level. This way, the school can place you in the right group. All the other students in your class will have a similar level to yours.”Ana Carolina, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Feb 02, 2022
- Are there any independent, shared accommodation options?“The Oficina de Portugues, Porto school only offers shared flats which, as the name suggests, are to be shared with other students. Sharing is therefore compulsory. Only the communal areas of the flat are shared: toilets, bathroom, kitchen, etc.
”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 28, 2023 - What is the most intensive course at Oficina de Portugues, Porto?“Our partner school Oficina de Portugues in Porto offers several intensive course options (one group and two combinations of group and private lessons). The best options are the combined courses. This type of programme is an excellent way of making rapid and effective progress. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 09, 2024
- I have already booked a Portuguese course to study this summer but I am having trouble finding accommodation. I don´t know if there is a residence of students with a single room to stay there during the two weeks.“At the time of writing (2024), Oficina de Português has host family accommodation available but no residential accommodation unfortunately. We can check with the school and recommend reputable websites for an independent search.
”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 25, 2024 - What is the qualification of the teachers at Oficina de Portugues?100% of teachers at Oficina de Portugues hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Oficina de Portugues from?The highest Nationality percentage at Oficina de Portugues comes from USA with a 21% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and England (20%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Oficina de Portugues offers courses for which ages?Oficina de Portugues offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 33 for the rest of the year.