Portugal

Language Schools
in Lisbon

Language schools in Lisbon — in-person courses and group classes for adults.

40 schools listed · 3 top picks

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Portuguese Connection Language School

Praça do Príncipe Real 23, 1250-184 Lisboa

4.8 ★★★★★ (302)

Portuguese Connection is a DGERT-accredited language school in Lisbon specializing in immersive Portuguese instruction for foreigners. The school is known for its communicative method, integrating classroom learning with real-world cultural activities like wine tasting and surfing, and is a certified provider for the German Bildungsurlaub program.

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Português Et Cetera

R. do Carmo 51 2º C, 1200-093 Lisboa

4.7 ★★★★★ (156)

Português Et Cetera is a certified Portuguese language school in Lisbon's historic Chiado district, established in 2005. It specializes in a communicative teaching method that integrates cultural immersion, including history-themed walking tours and homestay programs with local families.

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Lusa Language School

R. Nova do Carvalho 66 2º Esq, 1200-292 Lisboa

4.6 ★★★★★ (325)

Lusa Language School is a certified European Portuguese institution based in Lisbon's Cais do Sodré district, offering a communication-heavy methodology for learners of all levels. It provides a diverse range of programs including intensive immersion, specialized pronunciation modules, and official CAPLE exam preparation, supported by German Bildungsurlaub recognition and DGERT certification. The school blends formal classroom learning with organized social activities to help students integrate into Portuguese culture and daily life.

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Goethe-Institut Lisboa

Campo dos Mártires da Pátria 37, 1169-016 Lisboa

4.6 ★★★★★ (125)

Goethe-Institut Lisboa is the official cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany in Portugal, located in the historic Valmor Palace. It offers premium German language training from A1 to C2 through a blend of in-person, online, and hybrid courses, supported by a unique facility that includes a tropical garden, library, and specialized technology labs.

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Wall Street Inglês

Estr. de Benfica 462C, 1500-104 Lisboa

4.8 ★★★★★ (185)

Wall Street English Portugal is a large-scale language institution with over 35 centers, known for its unique blended learning method that integrates interactive digital study with small teacher-led classes. The school emphasizes flexibility and results, offering a money-back guarantee and programs ranging from beginner to advanced for adults, teens, and corporate clients.

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Wall Street Inglês

Avenida 5 de Outubro 124, 1050-061 Lisboa

4.4 ★★★★☆ (144)

Wall Street English Portugal is a major language education provider with over 35 centers across the country, specializing in a proprietary blended learning method. The school offers high flexibility for adults, teens, and corporate clients through a mix of interactive multimedia study, digital resources, and small-group teacher-led sessions.

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Iberlinguas Language School

R. Gonçalves Crespo 35 B, 1150-184 Lisboa

4.8 ★★★★★ (82)

Iberlinguas is a certified language school with centers in Lisbon and Coimbra, specializing in Portuguese for foreigners with a strong focus on communicative methods and cultural immersion. The school offers a diverse range of intensive, extensive, and private courses supported by its own proprietary study materials and a regular calendar of cultural excursions.

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Línguagest

R. de Santa Marta 43 EF, 4C, 1150-293 Lisboa

4.4 ★★★★☆ (54)

Linguagest is a Lisbon-based language training center founded in 1992, specializing in European and Asian languages for both individuals and corporate clients. The school distinguishes itself through its proprietary digital learning ecosystem and DGERT certification, offering a range of formats from intensive summer workshops to specialized professional seminars.

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Lisbon Language Café

right door - Santos, R. do Instituto Industrial 18 floor 3, 1200-225 Lisboa

4.9 ★★★★★ (191)

Lisbon Language Café is a specialist school founded in 2014 that focuses exclusively on European Portuguese for foreigners. Located in the Santos district of Lisbon, the school offers structured group courses from A1 to B1 levels complemented by a proprietary digital 'Learning Studio'.

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Cambridge School

Av. da Liberdade 173, 1250-141 Lisboa

4.4 ★★★★☆ (36)

Cambridge School is a prominent language institution in Portugal, established in 1966, offering instruction in English, French, German, and Portuguese across nine physical locations. The school employs approximately 120 native-speaking teachers and combines traditional classroom learning with its proprietary interactive online platform.

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Cambridge School

R. Fernando Curado Ribeiro 4E, 1600-449 Lisboa

4.7 ★★★★★ (34)

Cambridge School is a premier language institution in Portugal with a history dating back to 1966 and a network of nine physical centers. They offer English, French, German, and Portuguese courses for all ages, emphasizing communicative interaction and native-speaker instruction.

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Language Trainers Portugal

Av. da República 50 2º andar, 1050-196 Lisboa

4.8 ★★★★★ (25)

Language Trainers Portugal is a global language training provider established in 2004 that offers highly personalized 1-on-1 and small group instruction in over 80 languages. They utilize a network of native-speaking tutors who deliver lessons either online or in-person at the student's home or office, specializing in tailored curricula for business, relocation, and exam preparation.

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Marquês Idiomas

Av. Duque de Loulé 108 1º Andar, 1050-093 Lisboa

5.0 ★★★★★ (182)

Marquês Idiomas is a Lisbon-based language school specializing in conversational English and Portuguese for foreigners through a communicative methodology. The school offers both in-person and online classes in small groups (up to 8 students) or private sessions, featuring a dedicated study space with coffee for its students.

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Cambridge School

Av. do Uruguai 6 1º, 1500-613 Lisboa

4.6 ★★★★★ (34)

Founded in 1966, Cambridge School is a prominent language institution in Portugal with nine physical locations across Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra, and Funchal. They offer a communicative methodology for English, French, German, and Portuguese, catering to all ages from young children to corporate professionals via both in-person and online channels.

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Alliance Française Lisbonne

Av. Conselheiro Fernando de Sousa 21 A, 1070-072 Lisboa

4.1 ★★★★☆ (52)

Established in 1945, Alliance Française de Lisboa is a prominent institution that serves over 3,000 students annually and doubles as a cultural hub with its own art exhibition space. It provides a highly diverse range of specialized French courses for specific industries alongside Portuguese for foreigners and official exam certification.

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Fun Languages Almada

Av. 25 de Abril de 1974 7B, 2800-300 Almada

5.0 ★★★★★ (32)

Located in the heart of Almada near the Cacilhas ferry, Fun Languages Almada is a certified Cambridge and DGERT language institute offering a communicative approach for students aged 3 to adults. The school distinguishes itself with unique specialized programs like Surf + English summer camps and international exchange programs in the UK.

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Escola das Sardinhas

R. do Alecrim 47 4ºB, 1200-014 Lisboa

4.9 ★★★★★ (121)

Escola das Sardinhas is a Portuguese language school located in Lisbon's Cais do Sodr district, focusing on European Portuguese for foreigners. The school provides an informal, community-oriented environment with very small class sizes (maximum 6 students) and an immersive curriculum that includes cultural trips, history, and social activities.

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Instituto de Cultura e Lingua Espanhola, ICLE

R. Rodrigues Sampaio 6 5 andar, 1150-280 Lisboa

4.7 ★★★★★ (24)

ICLE is a DGERT-certified language institute based in Lisbon since 2008, specializing in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. As an official SIELE exam center, it offers specialized programs for Portuguese speakers using its own in-house pedagogical materials.

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Instituto Espanhol de Línguas

Largo Dona Estefânia nº 8, 1000-126 Lisboa

4.8 ★★★★★ (39)

Located in central Lisbon, Instituto Espanhol de Línguas specializes in teaching Spanish using a proprietary methodology specifically designed for Portuguese speakers. The school offers a broad range of certified programs including regular group classes, intensive summer courses, and corporate training, delivered both in-person and via videoconference.

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Cambridge School Guerra Junqueiro

Av. Guerra Junqueiro 8 1ºDto, 1000-167 Lisboa

4.6 ★★★★★ (11)

Cambridge School is a long-standing Portuguese educational institution with nine branches, offering instruction in English, French, German, and Portuguese for foreigners. It utilizes native-speaking teachers and a communicative methodology, serving approximately 8,000 to 10,000 students annually across both physical and virtual classrooms.

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Walc de Portugal

Av. Alm. Reis 164A, 1000-053 Lisboa

4.8 ★★★★★ (100)

Walc de Portugal is a certified training center and welfare association that supports immigrants through language education and vocational training. The school specializes in Portuguese A1 and A2 certification for nationality applications, integrating cultural exchange and legal aid into its community-focused curriculum.

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Oxford School

R. de Dona Estefânia 165, 1000-154 Lisboa

4.2 ★★★★☆ (39)

Oxford School is a prominent language institution in Lisbon with a long history of teaching English and Portuguese to foreigners. It serves as a certified examination center for Cambridge, TOEIC, and TOEFL qualifications and offers specialized translation services through its Tradunet department.

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Instituto Cervantes

R. de Santa Marta 43F R/C, 1169-119 Lisboa

4.1 ★★★★☆ (21)

Instituto Cervantes is the official Spanish government institution dedicated to the global promotion of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. It provides a comprehensive range of language courses, teacher training programs, and is the primary authority for official DELE and SIELE certifications.

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CIAL

R. Actor Taborda 55, 1000-007 Lisboa

4.5 ★★★★★ (31)

CIAL is a well-established Portuguese language school founded in 1959, with centers in Lisbon and Faro. It specializes in immersive language experiences that combine intensive study with cultural activities, professional internships, and sports like surfing.

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Wall Street English

Campo Grande 378A, 1700-045 Lisboa

4.4 ★★★★☆ (87)

Wall Street English is a prominent English language institution in Portugal with a network of 35 centers and a comprehensive digital classroom. They employ a proprietary blended learning method that integrates interactive multimedia content, such as an educational TV series, with small-group classes led by qualified teachers. The school focuses on flexibility, allowing students to move between in-person and online learning while providing dedicated consultants to track progress.

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Instituto de Cultura e Língua Portuguesa (ICLP)

Faculdade de Letras, Universidade de Lisboa, Alameda da Universidade, 1600-214 Lisboa

3.8 ★★★★☆ (17)

An academic institution integrated into the University of Lisbon, ICLP specializes in Portuguese as a Foreign Language through intensive summer, annual, and private programs. It serves as an official CAPLE examination center (LAPE-FLUL) and provides ECTS-accredited courses focused on both linguistic proficiency and deep cultural immersion.

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Saudade

Av. Alm. Reis 131 3 FTE, 1150-015 Lisboa

4.8 ★★★★★ (66)

Saudade Language School is a Lisbon-based institution specializing in Portuguese language and culture for foreigners. Founded in 2019, it offers a blend of intensive group courses, private lessons, and unique social activities like wine tastings and cooking classes to aid student integration.

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Centro Dante Lisboa

R. Andrade Corvo 29, 1050-008 Lisboa

4.9 ★★★★★ (53)

Centro Dante Lisboa is an Italian language and culture center that serves as an official PLIDA certification venue in Lisbon. The school is characterized by its flexible hybrid teaching model and a unique curriculum that includes cultural activities like Italian-language theater, photography, and yoga. It emphasizes immersive learning through social events, native-speaking instructors, and cultural outings within the local community.

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CLi

Faculdade de Letras, Alameda da Universidade, 1600-214 Lisboa

4.5 ★★★★★ (11)

CLi-FLUL is the dedicated language center of the University of Lisbon's Faculty of Letters, providing academic-grade language instruction for adults, students, and children. The center offers an extensive range of programs including general language courses in over 12 idioms, specialized professional modules, and ECTS-accredited Erasmus preparation.

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Segunda Vida Lisbon

R. Francisco Sanches 29, 1170-140 Lisboa

3.9 ★★★★☆ (65)

Segunda Vida is a Lisbon-based language school and immigration consultancy specializing in intensive Portuguese courses designed for residency and nationality applications. The school combines language instruction at the A1 and A2 levels with integrated legal and administrative support to assist foreigners in their integration into Portugal.

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Speak Up Lisboa

Av. da República 2 1º Andar, 1050-191 Lisboa

5.0 ★★★★★ (34)

Speak Up is an international language school network operating in 13 countries, specializing in flexible English instruction through a unique blended learning method. The school offers a range of programs from in-person group classes to private AI-assisted coaching and specialized exam preparation, emphasizing student autonomy in scheduling and learning pace.

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LanguageCraft

Rua de São Filipe Néri 25C, 1250-225 Lisboa

4.1 ★★★★☆ (15)

LanguageCraft is a Lisbon-based institute that blends language instruction with an extensive cultural program, particularly focused on Japanese arts like Shodo and Origami. It offers a diverse catalog of over 27 languages through a flexible delivery model that allows students to choose between in-person and online attendance for each session. The school is unique for its specialized Portuguese tracks that differentiate between Romance and non-Romance speakers to optimize the learning pace.

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Lighthouse Language School

Av. Duque de Loulé 72, 1050-091 Lisboa

5.0 ★★★★★ (31)

Lighthouse Language School is a boutique Portuguese academy in Lisbon that moves away from traditional grammar-heavy textbooks in favor of 'The Lighthouse Method,' which focuses on practical fluency and coaching. The school integrates the city of Lisbon itself into the curriculum, using field trips to local markets and cafes to help students practice in real-world contexts.

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InovAcademy

R. Ângela Pinto 18B, 1900-068 Lisboa

5.0 ★★★★★ (45)

InovAcademy is a Lisbon-based English language school that provides personalized instruction for children, youth, and adults using the Oxford methodology. The school offers a versatile range of programs including intensive group classes, private tutoring for business or exams, and a dedicated e-learning platform.

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Lica Language School

Calçada do Desterro 5lj, 1150-240 Lisboa

3.7 ★★★★☆ (24)

Lica Language School (LICA) in Lisbon specializes in Portuguese for foreigners, specifically targeting individuals seeking Portuguese citizenship. Their curriculum is distinct for integrating vocational and sociocultural subjects like Law, Economics, and Accounting into the intensive language learning programs.

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British Council Portugal

Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo 32 3.º Piso, 1050-122 Lisboa

3.7 ★★★★☆ (126)

NIALP

R. do Arco do Marquês de Alegrete 4 2.4, 1100-034 Lisboa

4.6 ★★★★★ (35)

NIALP is an intercultural association in Lisbon officially recognized by the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) that focuses on empowering the South Asian immigrant community. They offer certified A1 and A2 Portuguese courses valid for residency and citizenship, integrated with social support and cultural orientation.

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Cardinal Language Program

Av. do Brasil 43 6d, 1700-062 Lisboa

5.0 ★★★★★ (11)

Cardinal Language Program is an educational initiative managed by the Chamber of Commerce Portugal-Bangladesh, focusing on the linguistic integration of expatriates and immigrants in Portugal. The school provides government-accredited Portuguese language courses from A1 to B2 levels, emphasizing practical communication for daily life, healthcare, and professional environments.

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Portuguese language school . Fala Português

R. do Teixeira, 1200-459 Lisboa

Fala Brasil is a Portuguese language school that bridges linguistic learning with Brazilian cultural immersion, operating both in Rio de Janeiro and the Lisbon area. They are known for a hybrid model that uses neuro-linguistic tools and specialized corporate programs to help expatriates and professionals integrate rapidly into the Lusophone environment.

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LanguageVIP

Praça do Príncipe Real 11, 1250-184 Lisboa

LanguageVIP is a Lisbon-based training and translation center that specializes in Portuguese for foreigners and various foreign languages. As a DGERT-certified entity, it focuses on using language as a bridge for communication and professional development in an increasingly globalized world.

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