Reviews of Oficina de Portugues, Porto, Portugal

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Average Rating

4.8

Overall rating
Oficina de Portugues, Porto, Portugal

Based on 62 reviews of former students of Oficina de Portugues

School

Location of the school

4.9

Facilities

4.3

Social activities

3.4

Organisation

4.8

Course

Quality of teaching

4.8

Value for money

4.7

Accommodation

Homestay

4.7

Shared Flat (apartment)

5.0

Overall school rating by student age group

Students < 18 years (2 ratings)

5.0

Students 18-30 years (8 ratings)

5.0

Students 31-49 years (12 ratings)

4.8

Students 50+ years (38 ratings)

4.8

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.

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Individual Reviews

Oficina de Portugues

1. Jun. 2026

Martin (63 years) Switzerland Course: Intensive Portuguese Course + 5 - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Very engaged and competent teachers! Tuned lessons to the students needs."

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"Offers a great variety and genuine experiences if you know where to look. However the centre is already suffering from over-tourism."

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"Very kind and accommodating."

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25. May. 2026

Julia (45 years)

Course: Intensive Portuguese Course + 10 - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Very professional lessons in small groups. Focus on speaking. Everything was conducted in Portuguese from the very beginning. Very friendly and professional teachers."

Negative aspects

"There could have been a few more options for afternoon activities. But the group dinner they offered was great!"

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2. Feb. 2026

Katherine (59 years) United States Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 4 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The school was excellent. My husband and I learned quite a bit even in a short period of time. We had three different teachers over three weeks but each teacher focused on different are of our language development."

Negative aspects

"It would have been helpful to have a text book instead of just photocopies. We are trying to review for A1 A2 exam and it is harder to review without a text book."

School's reply

"Dear Katherine, Thank you for your review. The fact that we use materials from several sources and also our own only helps exam preparation, because we're targeting specific individual issues and looking for personalised class materials."

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City/place

"We loved Porto and the people were extremely friendly especially for someone learning Portuguese. The weather was really rough in January. We had two weeks of tropical storms with red alerts."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"We loved the course and as Spanish speakers we were able to complete the A1 level course in four weeks with just two hours a day."

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20. Oct. 2025

Caroline (30 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

Overall rating

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Positive aspects of school

"Our teacher Sara was incredibly nice and funny. We were in a group of 4. I had a lot of fun. Looking back, I realize that as an absolute beginner I should have learned more phrases, I can now list 30 different items of clothing but can't order a coffee. So maybe the focus wasn't on the things I would have thought about in terms of content, but the lessons were really incredibly funny and great. I will definitely do it again."

Negative aspects

"So the focus may not have been on the things I would have thought about in terms of content, but the lessons were really incredibly funny and great. I did 0 afternoon activities because we didn't do any and none were offered. But we didn't ask for them either. All good!"

School's reply

"Dear Caroline, Thanks for your review. We're happy that you enjoyed your course with us. Indeed, sometimes we do not have availability for outdoor lessons. By the way, we do not really do social activities, but outdoor lessons with one of us, teachers, and sometimes we are overwhelmed with work. Also, we need a minimum of 4 students interested in doing these outdoor lessons, which doesn't always happen."

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4. Oct. 2025

Debbie (61 years) United Kingdom Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Rita was great. Really enjoyed the classes - the time passed very quickly."

School's reply

"Dear Debbie, Thanks a lot! Rita will be happy to know you enjoyed her lessons."

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3. Oct. 2025

Helga (66 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"The teacher (Rita) is able to respond very well to the different learning speeds of the students (there were three of us) and provides varied lessons with lots of information about Portugal and the "mindset" of the Portuguese. I found it perfect! As we were older, it was also quite exhausting with 4 hours per day, but I would still like to come back next year."

Negative aspects

"It wasn't a problem for me, but someone else might have difficulties if they don't speak English. Some explanations are necessary for absolute beginners, which is not possible in Portuguese."

School's reply

"Dear Helga, Thanks for your comment. Rita will be happy to know you valued her teaching skills."

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"Not for me. But certainly exciting for young people."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Intensive course for beginners without prior knowledge."

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4. Aug. 2025

Antocica (39 years) Romania Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"I loved the experience. Rita is an amazing teacher and the class atmosphere was lovely. School location is nice, close to city center. Cozy and warm."

Negative aspects

"Before starting classes, maybe it would have been nice to receive, on behalf of the school, a welcoming email. I only received from Languagecourse.net, yet not from Oficina de Portugues. At the end of the time spent there, also, it would be nice maybe to have a closure discussion, not more than 10 minutes, in which to discuss the level of each student, privately. Also, maybe passing a language level test, before starting day 1."

School's reply

"Dear Antocica, We have corrected that, so thanks for your comment. We send students a placement test with their booking confirmation. As for test levels, most of our students attend courses for 2 weeks, so giving them a proficiency test in their level may be premature and frustrating for such a short period of learning."

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11. Jun. 2025

Friedmann (61 years)

Course: Intensive Portuguese Course + 10 - 1 week

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"The teachers were fantastic, offering very engaging and varied lessons, and addressing individual questions and language concerns! It was a lot of fun."

Negative aspects

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30. Apr. 2025

Jo. (60 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Free coffee from Nespresso machine, free water dispenser, free biscuits and sweets. Dedicated teaching staff. Very centrally located on the second floor without a lift in the city's tourist shopping district, easily accessible by metro, but also on foot."

Negative aspects

"Frustration level extremely high: Too much information and much too fast for beginners (2-4 DIN A4 pages of self-compiled vocabulary and notes, closely written per day plus learning materials copied from textbooks instead of a textbook or self-compiled materials). Not sufficiently geared towards older age groups. Unclear teaching concept for building up basic language skills. Too different levels of participants in the learning group."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Overnight stay with a host family."

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Other comments

"Please provide a textbook to take with you!"

City/place

"Beautiful, now too many tourists. Sea (Atlantic) too cold."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Frustration level extremely high: Too much information and far too fast for beginners."

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7. Apr. 2025

Marc-andré (59 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 12 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"- the boundless commitment of the teachers - the professionalism of the teachers - the absolutely optimal level of training of the teachers - the teachers' ability to tailor lessons to suit the constant fluctuations in student numbers and language levels - the optimal ability to adapt emotionally, culturally, intellectually, etc. to the needs of the students - the commitment of teachers, not only professionally but also personally - the humour: we had so much fun! - I managed to achieve a B1/B2 in three months and I can't believe it. It's completely crazy... I had absolutely no previous knowledge (apart from French, which helped a lot!) - the fact that the emphasis is on speaking: the teachers make us talk, talk, talk. - The rate of direct correction is high, but appropriate - just enough to push you to progress without despairing over the mistakes you make. Here again: optimal. A feat from these teachers! - A teaching system absolutely appropriate for adults: total autonomy, clear supervision, well-defined objectives and tasks. And just the right amount of redundancy."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Porto, the surrounding region and Portugal are full of things not to be missed!"

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Other comments

"Thank you also for adapting the courses, the number of hours, etc, to my needs."

City/place

"I can't answer everywhere: I had absolutely no “nightlife” in Porto. Too bad, I'll put a note in the middle. But that distorts the results."

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1. Feb. 2025

Linda (69 years)

Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Great teacher!"

Negative aspects

"I would have liked more activities in the afternoon. I had 1 in two weeks. Tip: get all the students in contact with eachother. The classrooms are very small."

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15. Jul. 2024

Mattia (32 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 4 weeks

Overall rating

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Positive aspects of school

"Location, professors, structure, general focus on the learning process."

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"It is a beautiful, safe and fun city"

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2. Jul. 2024

Gordana (54 years) Croatia Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Great teachers."

Negative aspects

"Out of school activities - only one walk through the center - well done and interesting - during my 2 weeks stay."

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11. Jun. 2024

Chris (62 years) United Kingdom Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"The school was really welcoming and Vanessa worked so hard as our teacher. I enjoyed the classes and made a lot of progress in confidence with listening. It was a nice atmosphere in a class where I felt able to contribute."

Negative aspects

"When I arrived, I was not given any information at all about the timings of sessions, breaks, materials, or programmes for the week. I was just asked to join a class, which took up from where it had left off last week. Some basic information would be helpful. It would also be a massive help for newcomers to label the bell downstairs - I didn't know which one to ring. The classes were mainly conversation with very little teaching which is fine but information that is useful for new clients to know. There is no computer or projector, just photocopied pages from a book. I found the materials not very inspiring and I think if I am investing in a course, I would be prepared to buy a book if it were a useful one. There were no afternoon or evening activities which I don't think was made clear. More information which would be useful. To sum up, the teacher was lovely and knew how to teach Portuguese well but there are some things which the school could do better."

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"It's very small - only 2 groups. I thought there would be a level test at the start and several groups but really just beginners and then all the rest in one group. That means in group 2 some people are out of their depth and others are having to wait while things are explained that they already know. I think people should know this setup in advance."

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14. May. 2024

Madelon (60 years)

Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Excellent teacher, good balance between speaking and practicing grammar, small group."

Negative aspects

"Classrooms are small."

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"Excellent"

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4. Apr. 2024

Lidiia (16 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"The presentation of the material is easy, interesting, and the learning is not stressful at all. Here, however, it is not tedious textbook learning, more emphasis is placed on the conversational part, all kinds of interactivity."

Negative aspects

"None"

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City/place

"Gorgeous! I found the city safe, welcoming and cosy. Very beautiful with colourful sights and a rich cultural life. I was also pleased with the gastronomic abundance - there are numerous cafes and restaurants in the city where you can try any cuisine of the world. I would especially like to emphasise the friendliness and friendliness of Porto's inhabitants towards the guests of their city."

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11. Mar. 2024

Estela (49 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Very dynamic and intense teaching in small groups."

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11. Mar. 2024

Alicia (53 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Very participative classes and it seems to me that I have improved to start from zero. Interesting Oporto tour."

Negative aspects

"Perhaps not proposing more activities."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Very good location, one minute from a shopping center and the main street."

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Other comments

"The school's teachers are pleasant and attentive."

City/place

"Porto seems to me a pleasant and easy city to walk around in spite of its slopes and the pavement of some of its streets. The distances are not big. Good food. Recommended city."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Classes with a few people, so that participation can be greater."

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29. Jan. 2024

Yvan (64 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Thank you to Angela and Vanessa who are excellent teachers and always available, the lessons are very well organised, learning the language is easy but of course you have to work after the lessons and above all learn by heart, especially irregular verbs....but this applies to all languages, it's a must. Private lessons are important to develop listening and speaking skills and to work on weak points. The school is close to Sao Bento station."

Negative aspects

"No activities or excursions, so I didn't give it a mark"

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"A very beautiful town, with a pleasant population, very good traditional restaurants and perfect for shopping. Many monuments and museums ...."

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22. Jan. 2024

Thomas (59 years)

Course: Intensive Portuguese Course + 10 - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Beatrix and Rita are excellent teachers and I will definitely come back and continue learning."

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"Very intensive and focussed"

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15. Jan. 2024

Michaela (54 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"The lessons were very effective with lots of information about the Portuguese language and also about the culture and life in Portugal. It was a very pleasant learning atmosphere. Ângela also talked a lot about herself, so that the lessons were always lively and never boring. Questions could be asked at any time and were always answered very well."

Negative aspects

"The pace of the course was a little too fast for me. However, this was due to the fact that I had absolutely no prior knowledge. I would have benefited from a few more direct, simple exercises in class to reinforce what I had learnt."

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City/place

"I like the mixture of old buildings and new attractions. It wasn't so crowded in winter. In summer it is perhaps a little too touristy. It's a shame that so many small shops and restaurants away from the pedestrianised area have been closed and abandoned."

Accommodation

"Carlos and Maria are very nice hosts. I felt very welcome and comfortable there."

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22. Nov. 2023

Gudmundur (38 years) Portugal Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 1 week

Overall rating

Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Vanessa who has been teaching us in the group classes is an excellent teacher and attentive to the students, adapting the classes depending on questions."

Negative aspects

"The level during the first week was a bit too low for me as I have some base in the language, not a complete beginner. I mainly felt that from questions from other students during the classes, most of them were about things I knew, meaning the questions and answers were not useful for me. This can of course happen in group classes, but not in private classes. I haven't tried private classes yet but aim to do so later. There were no social activities in the first week and nothing announced for this week either."

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"I have now tried studying for two weeks at another language school in Porto, where the teachers were also really good. However, the emphasis there on grammar was too heavy. There is more emphasis on conversation at Oficina and the amount of grammar less, which is much better."

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"Porto is one of the nicest cities I've been to, my favourite city in Europe so far."

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13. Nov. 2023

Annegret (65 years) Germany Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"High quality of teaching, very good atmosphere in the school, everybody was very friendly and I learned a lot."

Negative aspects

"I liked everything. I didn’t know about afternoon activities and it didn’t matter that they were not offered."

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City/place

"I will come back."

Accommodation

"Extremely helpful and friendly. Very nice place to stay. I was made to feel very welcome."

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16. Oct. 2023

Ingrid (28 years) Norway Course: Intensive Portuguese Course + 5 - 3 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Very good teachers who make the lessons fun and educational. The private lessons are also good where you get to practice a little extra."

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19. Sep. 2023

Bettina

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Very small classes, individual needs and level were very well catered for. Teacher super nice!"

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City/place

"A lot of tourists, loud."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Standard"

Accommodation

"Friendly hosts. Unfortunately it is quite noisy (motorway traffic noise, extensive barking from the nearby veterinary clinic)."

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25. Jul. 2023

Simon (52 years) Switzerland Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Rita was a super teacher. The classes were small. In the pause we could drink coffee for free."

Negative aspects

"No library available."

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25. Jul. 2023

Susanne (50 years) Switzerland Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"Our teacher Rita was great! She made me loving Portugal."

Negative aspects

"The first day - we arrived at 9 and we were in the classroom. There was no introduction."

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"It‘s a nice city. Many many people everywhere."

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26. Jun. 2023

Georgiana (70 years) Portugal Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"The language teachers are excellent. Materials were presented in a thorough and concise manner."

Negative aspects

"The classroom was too hot."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"If you are taking the intense class it is good to have some basic knowledge even if you are a beginner."

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"It is an excellent place to visit."

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"Great class."

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19. Jun. 2023

John (62 years) United States Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Very friendly and professional teachers. I learned a lot and they were very encouraging"

Negative aspects

"Everything was great! I went on a super excursion with the school. Maybe more activities after classes would be my only suggestion."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Even if people respond in English, just continue to speak Portuguese. Just say that you came to Porto to learn and they will respond favourably."

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Other comments

"Excellent school"

City/place

"I like Porto a lot and the food is amazing"

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"I learned a lot of vocabulary and had plenty of opportunities to speak Portuguese."

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30. Mar. 2023

Ute (60 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Ângela is a wonderful, warm-hearted and very competent language teacher!!!! I would never have thought that I could learn sooo much with sooo much fun within one week :)"

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Just do it"

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Other comments

"Wonderful language school with HEART and mind :)"

City/place

"O Porto is a great place to start learning about Portugal and a great base for a language course :)"

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"Suuuuuper!!!!"

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27. Mar. 2023

Robert (64 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"Super teaching from Angela. We felt very comfortable and can highly recommend the school. Many thanks"

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"Great location and great teaching"

City/place

"Beautiful city, but I think very touristy. Whether the citizens of Porto are living in Porto would be an important question for me."

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"Super course"

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14. Feb. 2023

Elke (66 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Positive aspects of school

"The teacher did not only consider the language level but also the interests in the choice of materials. Personally, I also liked the fact that corrections were made consistently."

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City/place

"A bit crowded at the "places to be", even in winter. But there are enough cafés, restaurants and bars off the beaten track."

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"I am completely content; it should have been neither more nor less."

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19. Jul. 2021

Carol (61 years) Belgium Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Excellent teacher. Perfect mix of grammar, vocabulary, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills. Very friendly and supportive atmosphere."

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Other comments

"Very helpful."

City/place

"It’s very beautiful and there’s plenty to see and do. Great food."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Excellent. I made a lot of progress."

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6. Oct. 2020

Anna (51 years) Switzerland Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Lovely teacher, small group, varied exercises."

Negative aspects

"All good, but no afternoon activities on offer."

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"Porto is a great place, small enough to be easily manageable, but has a lot to see and do."

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13. Jul. 2020

Carol (60 years) Belgium Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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"Very professional yet friendly."

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"Loved it!"

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"Excellent! I will return!"

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7. Apr. 2020

Darren (46 years) United Kingdom Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 4 weeks

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"The central location and affordable price."

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"Again, I was unable to experience nightlife due to the Coronavirus..."

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"Unfortunately, my experience was interrupted by the Coronavirus crisis and consequently activities and excursions were not possible..."

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24. Mar. 2020

Rebeca (43 years)

Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 4 weeks

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"In general all good (facilities, location, cleanliness, etc.), highlighted by the staff that runs it."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"Porto is not cheap at all."

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Other comments

"Highly recommended!"

Quality of teaching / language progress

"Professional, competent, qualified staff, with high availability of help and great capacity to adapt to each student to advance in learning. My experience with them has been very positive. I highly recommend the school."

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9. Mar. 2020

Irmhild (75 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The competent teacher"

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25. Dec. 2019

Ana (43 years) Croatia Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 6 weeks

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Value for money

Positive aspects of school

"Teachers"

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"The school should have a more individual approach with the methodology of learning the language."

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Other comments

"Nice location and good faciities. Everyone was so kind, too."

Quality of teaching / language progress

"I would appreciate it if the methodology of teaching would concentrate more on practicing what we learned instead of teaching us new grammar and lots of new vocabulary almost everyday. However, all teachers were very kind, patient and nice. I also appreciate very much that they let me attend 4 hours per day."

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7. Oct. 2019

Christoph (73 years)

Course: Private Lessons - 3 weeks

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Positive aspects of school

"The relaxed atmosphere and flexibility."

Insider tips about what future students should not miss

"To discover for yourself. I really enjoyed the walks along the Douro to the seaside, and cities like Guimarães, Braga and Aveiro."

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Other comments

"See above No 1."

City/place

"A very nice city. I didn't go out at night."

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"A small school with a nice staff. I found that the courses were given a bit quickly for a beginner. The course material could be a little more careful, it is often double-sided photocopies, but where the back was in the opposite direction to the front. I would have preferred to buy the course book. But overall I feel like I have made some progress because as of the second week I started to catch words in the phonetic 'soup' of Portuguese, for example in the subway or in the street. It would be nice to have a room available for reading, doing homework, etc. All in all a very good stay. Thank you to my teachers Angela, Tereza and Rita."

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"No meal was provided for in the contract, but my hostess invited me several times for an evening meal, but you have to be vegan. I'm not, but I like to try and it was good. On the other hand, you must not be allergic to cats. She has six and still has four other animals. Occasionally she also keeps dogs for people. All this in perfect order and a very welcoming interior."

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23. Aug. 2019

Ana Isabel (54 years) Spain Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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"Professionalism and close relationship."

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"Great location"

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14. Dec. 2023

Marjorie

Course: Online Private Lessons - 5 weeks

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17. Oct. 2022

Jochen (57 years)

Course: Intensive Portuguese Course + 10 - 1 week

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21. Jul. 2020

Anna (51 years) Switzerland Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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"Again, the covid situation meant the nightlife was not as usual."

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"It was a great experience and Rita was a super teacher. I cannot comment on afternoon activities as these were cancelled due to the covid situation."

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15. Oct. 2019

Lotta (25 years) Switzerland Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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"Oficina de Portugues has wonderful teachers who are able to adapt to your needs. You just need to keep in mind the pros and cons of a very small school."

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20. Jul. 2026

Giacomo (45 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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2. Jun. 2026

Joaquin (53 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 3 weeks

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29. Nov. 2025

Sara

Course: Private Lessons - 1 week

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8. Aug. 2024

Lidiia (16 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 3 weeks

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17. Jun. 2024

Anna

Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 4 weeks

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17. Apr. 2024

Marjon

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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7. Nov. 2023

Séverine

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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31. Oct. 2023

Christine Germany Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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19. Oct. 2023

Esteban (58 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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9. Oct. 2023

Marjorie France Course: Private Lessons - 1 week

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16. Aug. 2023

Stephanie

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 1 week

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3. Jul. 2023

Leo (20 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 11 weeks

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20. Jun. 2023

Diane Réunion Course: Intensive Portuguese Course + 10 - 3 weeks

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5. Apr. 2023

Juan (26 years)

Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 1 week

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11. Aug. 2021

Marvin (21 years)

Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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2. Mar. 2020

Leopold (75 years)

Course: Standard Portuguese Course - 2 weeks

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12. Sep. 2019

Grégory (40 years) Belgium Course: Extensive Portuguese Course - 1 week

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