WELCOME TO LIGHTHOUSE LANGUAGE SCHOOL
STOP STUDYING PORTUGUESE. START LIVING IT.
With personal coaching, small classes, and real-life practice, Lighthouse guides you step by step until Portuguese feels like yours.
WHY CHOOSE LIGHTHOUSE?
Most language schools focus on rules and grammar sheets. We do things differently.
Personal coaching gives you 1:1 support to keep you motivated.
Small groups mean you’ll never get lost in the crowd.
Real city experiences connect what you learn in class to the life you’re living outside of it.
A lighthouse is a fixed point of guidance and that’s what we are for learners. Steady, clear, and reliable. Language learning can feel like navigating a new city without a map.
At Lighthouse, we give you the compass, the coach, and the community to help you truly live the language!
ARE YOU READY TO LEARN?
Find a Portuguese course that fits your ambitions.
INTENSIVE TRACK
Best for: New arrivals or visitors who want to learn fast.
Duration: 4 weeks · 20 sessions (Monday to Friday 10:00-13:00 or 14:00-17:00)
Format: Small classes (3-6 students) + weekly 1:1 coaching + cultural activities + local field trips
What you’ll get: Speak Portuguese from day one, experience Lisbon through language, and Certificate upon course completion.
Price: €200/week €175/week
ONLINE TRACK
Best for: Learners outside Lisbon or anyone who prefers flexibility.
Duration: Flexible weeks · Live online classes
Format: Interactive online lessons, training modules, live events
What you’ll get: Learn Portuguese from anywhere, with real-time support and connection.
Price: Dependent on course
CIPLE PREP
Best for: Students preparing for the Portuguese residency/citizenship exam.
Duration: Personalized schedule · 15 or 30 weeks
Format: Focused exam preparation + live coaching
What you’ll get: Step-by-step preparation, confidence for test day, and the skills to pass. Mock exams & practice interviews.
Price: Fast-track 15 weeks = €5000 / 30 weeks = €4500
PRIVATE 1:1 LESSONS
Best for: Busy learners craving progress with flexibility
Duration: 1-hour Flexible schedule · Weekly check-ins
Format: Ongoing classes + personalized coaching
What you’ll get: Build confidence step by step, with time to practice between sessions. Perfect if you’ve tried before but want it to stick and need a personalized approach.
Price: €35/hour €30/hour
PART-TIME EXTENSIVE PORTUGUESE
Best for: Busy learners and long-term residents who want steady progress.
Duration: Flexible schedule · 2 evenings per week for 10 weeks (Monday-Wednesday or Tuesday-Thursday 19:00-21:00)
Format: Small-group evening classes (3 to 8 students) · Levels A1 (Beginner), A2 (Adv. Beginner), B1 (Intermediate), and B2 (Adv. Int.)
What you’ll get: Build confidence step by step, with time to practice between lessons. Ideal if you’ve tried before but want your Portuguese to finally stick. Certificate upon course completion.
Price: €320
Not sure where to start? Contact us and we’ll assess where we think you should begin.
Learning Portuguese at Lighthouse allows you to connect with amazing people from around the world. Many of our students become friends for life, sharing stories, laughs, and adventures far beyond the classroom.
We organize regular events, cultural outings, and local experiences so you can practise Portuguese in the places it’s actually spoken and where you naturally spend time: quiosques, cafés, markets, and parks.
IS LIGHTHOUSE FOR YOU?
We welcome learners from all walks of life. Whether you’ve just arrived in Portugal, been here for years, or are visiting for a short time, our doors are open. We design our Portuguese classes to meet you where you are, with the right support, pace, and pathway to help you succeed.
JUST ARRIVED?
NEW ARRIVALS IN PORTUGAL
Starting life in a new country is exciting, and overwhelming. You need Portuguese for everyday basics: ordering food, taking transport, dealing with paperwork.
Our Portuguese classes in Lisbon are designed to help you settle in fast, with coaching and community to support you from day one.
RETURNING LEARNERS
BEEN HERE A WHILE BUT STRUGGLING TO LEARN?
You’ve tried before, maybe through online courses, apps, or even other schools, but it never stuck.
At Lighthouse, our personal coaching and small classes mean you’ll finally build the confidence and consistency to make progress. No more giving up halfway.
SHORT-STAY VISITORS
SHORT ON TIME BUT LOOKING TO LEARN?
Make your trip unforgettable with a truly immersive experience.
Our intensive Portuguese courses combine practical lessons, field trips, and cultural events, so you leave with memories and the language to go with them.
CIPLE EXAM TAKERS
NEED PORTUGUESE FOR RESIDENCY OR CITIZENSHIP?
If you’re preparing for the CIPLE Portuguese exam, Lighthouse gives you structured classes, practice materials, and 1:1 coaching to build your skills and confidence. You’ll feel prepared, supported, and ready to pass.
Samantha - Lighthouse Student
“I’ve been taking private Portuguese classes at Lighthouse, and it’s been such an amazing experience. I grew up speaking Portuguese through my family but only recently started living in Portugal, so I never really learned proper grammar or formal structure. Madalena has been incredible at tailoring the lessons to what I actually need. Helping me fill in the gaps and sound more natural and confident. She’s so knowledgeable and makes every class engaging and enjoyable. I’ve learned so much, in a way I never had before. Couldn’t recommend Lighthouse more!”
LEARN THE LANGUAGE.
LIVE THE LIFE.
Lighthouse is based in the heart of Lisbon, just steps from Marquês de Pombal and Parque Eduardo VII. But more than the location, it’s the community that makes Lighthouse special. Our classrooms open out into cafés, parks, and neighbourhoods where learning continues in real life.
Here, you’ll find people to practice with, coaches who support you, and a city that becomes part of your journey.