Private Portuguese lessons at a teacher's home in Portugal

Live and Study Portuguese at your private teacher's home in Lisbon area!

Live with your teacher and improve your Portuguese by being immersed in the Portuguese language and culture! We offer private language lessons in the teacher's home in Portugal. This 1- to-1 home tuition program is proven to be one of the most effective ways to learn a language in a short period! With these individual tailor-made Portuguese language lessons, you will significantly improve your Portuguese skills.

These individual, one-to-one Portuguese lessons in Portugal, will have you speaking like a native in no time! You'll live with your teacher and share meals and social interactions, so you'll make rapid progress even when you're not in class. It's a very intensive way of learning a language since you study AND live in your teacher’s home. Our intensive Portuguese language immersion programs are the key to your success!

What should I expect from my one-to-one Portuguese lessons?

Each student is hosted by a private teacher with native Portuguese language skills. Thus, the home tuition program offers a full language and cultural immersion. Wherever the student chooses to stay, there will be a vast array of wonderful things to discover and take in. Total immersion guaranteed! The Portuguese lessons will cover the four skills of the language learning process: listening to Portuguese, read, speak and write Portuguese.

We also offer special programs to help improve school or university levels and prepare for Portuguese language exams.

The Portuguese teacher is also the host for the accommodation, giving the student a unique opportunity for full integration into the local environment. When you book your private language course at your teacher's house you can choose between 15, 20, or 25 hours of Portuguese lessons.

Why choose our Portuguese immersion program?

Our program stands out because it offers a deep cultural and linguistic immersion. You'll live with your teacher and learn about local life, customs, traditions, and food. You'll learn the language and understand how it's used. You'll practice Portuguese in real life, which will improve your conversation skills and confidence.

You can also choose when and where you learn. Our program can be customized to help you achieve your goals, whether you're preparing for an exam, improving your professional language skills, or simply wanting to learn Portuguese. We provide a supportive and engaging learning environment that helps you learn and remember the language.

Why learn Portuguese in Portugal?

Portugal is the perfect place to learn Portuguese, especially if you want 1:1 private Portuguese lessons. When you study in Portugal, you learn the language directly from native speakers and experience the culture every day. This is very important if you want to improve quickly in speaking and understanding authentic Portuguese. By joining Portuguese language courses in Portugal for adults and teens, you will also have the chance to explore this amazing country. From the historic streets of Lisbon to the beautiful beaches of the Algarve, each region has something unique to offer. You can practice your Portuguese with the locals while enjoying traditional Portuguese food such as bacalhau or pastéis de nata.

Why 1:1 Private Portuguese Lessons?

Our private lessons for adults and teens focus on your personal needs. You will get full attention from your teacher, helping you to improve your language skills in less time. Portugal is a beautiful country with friendly people, which makes learning the language easier and more enjoyable.

Learning Portuguese in Portugal means that you will hear the original European Portuguese accent. Many people think it's the best way to fully understand the language and its roots. You can also explore local festivals, fado music and cultural landmarks during your free time, making the whole experience even more immersive.

In conclusion, if you want to learn Portuguese quickly and effectively, Portugal is the best place for private 1:1 lessons. You will not only learn the language but also live it, surrounded by history, culture and warm hospitality.

Closer Supervision (<18 years old)

Is teacher’s home tuition suitable for my child or my teen?

Sure. We ensure that your child is welcomed by a teacher who will take great care of him, his safety and welfare. The teacher will also adapt the language course to the skills and specific needs of a child.
We offer a close supervision option for children traveling alone. The course is designed for younger students and meets their needs. The homestay will be in a friendly and caring family and guarantees the presence of an adult member of the family at all times. This option is available for students under 18 and is compulsory for students aged 12 or under.

Special Needs: please inquire about the availability for adults and children with special needs.

TIP! Our tips for a child or a teen: This language learning program has been quite intense, we do not advise you to book it for more than 2-3 weeks. Students under 18 must book General Activities or Cultural Visits in addition to their private lessons. Consult us to learn more about all extracurricular options!

When is the private language course at the teacher’s home offered?

This program is very flexible: available all year round.
The program is tailor-made: you choose when you start and how long you stay!

Who is the language home tuition immersion suitable for?

We suggest this language teacher’s home program for example:

• Teens who need to improve quickly and efficiently their grades in foreign languages
• University students who need to prepare an official language test
• Professionals who want to boost their career
• Children with special needs or skills
• Everyone who would like to have a Portuguese language and a cultural immersion, meet Portuguese people and experience Portugal from inside!
  

Join us to learn Portuguese in an immersive, supportive, and culturally rich environment. We look forward to welcoming you to Portugal and helping you learn Portuguese!

Discover Portuguese Culture During your 1:1 private Portuguese lessons in Portugal

Portugal has a rich culture that is easy to love. When you visit, you will notice how proud the Portuguese people are of their traditions, history and way of life. One of the best ways to experience this is through the food. In any city or small village, you can try delicious dishes like *bacalhau*, the famous salted cod, or sweet pastéis de nata, small custard tarts that are very popular.

Another important part of Portuguese culture is fado music. This traditional style of music is full of emotion, often telling stories of love, loss and life by the sea. You can listen to live fado in small bars in Lisbon, especially in the old Alfama district. The music truly connects you to the soul of Portugal.

Festivals are another way to enjoy Portuguese culture. Throughout the year, there are many local celebrations, such as the Festa de São João in Porto or the Festa de Santo António in Lisbon. These festivals are full of music, dancing and street food and are a great opportunity to practice your Portuguese with the locals.

In Portugal, you can feel the history in the air. The country is full of beautiful old buildings, castles and monuments. From the Torre de Belém in Lisbon to the Palácio da Pena in Sintra, Portugal's architecture tells the story of its past. Exploring these sites is a great way to learn more about the country while practicing your language skills.

In short, Portuguese culture is full of life, history and tradition. Whether it's through music, food, or festivals, there are many ways to experience it firsthand while learning the language.

Add leisure options to your home tuition program in Portugal:

Cultural visits

What better way to get to know the town you are staying in, than with your teacher as your private guide?
Visit Belém (Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower & Belém Cultural Centre), Alfama (St George’s Castle, St Luzia’s Belvedere & The Cathedral), Parque das Nacoes & Oceanarium, Downtown Lisbon (Story Centre, Rossio Square & National Theatre), Alcantara (National Museum of Ancient Art & Oriente Museum), Bairro Alto (Chiado area & Museum)

Your teacher will be your guide and show you around his beloved region. Choose your perfect cultural experience. Prices start at 295 EUR for 3 visits.

General Activities

Practice your Portuguese during activities such as:

• bowling
• sightseeing
• cooking,
• mini golf
• or many other leisure options together with your teacher.

Price starts at 295 EUR for 5 hours.

Leisure Options's Prices include: accompanied visits, transport & entrance fees where applicable

Where will I stay and what is included?

All our language immersion programs in Portugal include a private bedroom in a host family's home. All meals will be included. This is a total linguistic, cultural, and social immersion with Portuguese native speakers. You eat, sleep, and learn at your teacher's home.

Courses are available weekly, with arrivals on Sundays and departures on Saturdays. You can book these courses year-round to fit your schedule. For stays of two weeks or more, the extra night between weeks is free.

We will do our best to find you the perfect match and present you with the best options. The more you share about yourself, the better the match.

The regional managers have interviewed the host teachers and thoroughly inspected their accommodations. Each host has a recognized teaching qualification and/or university degree and at least two years of teaching experience. They are chosen not only for their dedication and professionalism but also for their passion for teaching. These hosts are committed to providing a comfortable and hospitable home and are warm, friendly people who enjoy sharing their daily lives and culture with others.

Hosts in Portugal can vary from traditional families with two adults and one or more children, to single parents with children, or even individuals living alone. Some of our hosts are school teachers who take the opportunity to host and teach language students during their holidays. Others are retired professionals who enjoy teaching occasionally, and some prefer to teach in a more personal and flexible environment from home.

Enrollment Process

Once we receive your enrollment, we will carefully match you with a host who best fits your profile. If you feel that the proposed host does not meet your expectations, you are free to decline, and we will promptly offer an alternative. As we prioritize finding the right host over a specific location, we kindly ask that you provide several area preferences within your chosen destination, if possible.

Insurance

​​Insurance not included. You must have your own insurance for illness, accidents, loss of property or cancellations.

Private Portuguese courses at the teacher's home in Portugal

*Price in EUR per participant.

Please note that 10 hours must be combined with General Activities and/or Cultural Visits

Dates: All year long.

Students should arrive on a Sunday and depart on a Saturday.

Transfers and arrival

A transfer can be arranged from the closest airport to the home of your private teacher.

Discount

Traveling with a friend or a family member? On request, we can offer a "duo" option giving two students, with a similar proficiency level, the possibility to share the experience. So if you would like to share a private language course with your best friend or family member, we can arrange this for you. We even offer a discount! Please inquire about the possibilities.

20% discount on private courses if they share the same teacher, meaning the same language level
20% discount on activities quote, meaning they do the same activities

Price includes

• Administration fees
• Accommodation in the teacher’s home on a full board basis in Portugal
• Portuguese Language courses in Home Lessons (private one-to-one lessons)
• Support, assistance, and 24/7 Hotline during the whole program
  

Price does not include

• Round-trip international airfare
• International Travel Insurance
• Visa, passport, and medical exam fees
• Airport pick-up and transfer
• Extra activities
• Personal expenses and spending money
• Medical and Emergency Repatriation Insurance
• Application fees (65 Euros)
  

Cancellation policy

From Beginner to Advanced. The private language course is tailor-made to your Portuguese level. 

This program is suitable for all ages from 12 to 99. We also offer a Close Supervision option for under-aged travelers from the age of 12.