📣 Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open.

Youth Portuguese Programs

Learning European Portuguese

Based on language proficiency, students may enroll in one of the following programs:

Program

PLH

Portuguese as a Heritage Language

Português Língua de Herança

Designed for students who are already fluent in Portuguese and would like to continue developing their skills, especially in reading and writing.

This program is for children who:

  • Speak Portuguese with some or strong fluency
  • Want to begin learning how to read and write in Portuguese
  • Already read and write but wish to further develop their skills

Format

  • In person on Saturdays or online (virtual)
We're Interested
Program

PLE

Portuguese as a Foreign Language (PLE)

Português Língua Estrangeira (PLE)

Designed for students who are not native speakers of Portuguese and are learning the language as a second or additional language.

This program is for children who:

  • Have no knowledge of the Portuguese language
  • Use only a few words and expressions in Portuguese

Format

  • In person on Saturday mornings or online during the week
We're Interested

Student Placement

Students are placed in groups according to both age and proficiency level to ensure an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Cultural Activities

All classes are complemented by enrichment activities and cultural events that provide meaningful exposure to Portuguese language, culture, and traditions.

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How to Enroll

Getting started is simple — here's how the process works:

1

Fill Out the Interest Form

Complete our short Google Form to tell us about your child, their age, and any Portuguese experience.

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2

Meet with a Teacher

A teacher will schedule a Zoom call to meet your child, assess their level, and discuss the best program and class placement.

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3

Register

After the meeting, the teacher will send you the formal registration paperwork and payment details to complete enrollment.

Registration Form

Youth Interest Form

Tell us about your child and get started with enrollment.

Open Interest Form

Tuition

$800 from $700

Tuition Information

  • Existing students who enroll by 6/13: $700
  • New students who enroll by 9/1: $750
  • Existing students who enroll between 6/14 and 9/1: $750
  • All students who enroll after 9/1: $800

10% discount for 3 or more children from the same household. Scholarships available — contact us for details.

Tuition includes:

  • Enrollment fees
  • Textbooks
  • A digital license to Escola Virtual
  • Participation in social and cultural events throughout the year

Payment Instructions

Mail checks to: PO Box 410172, Cambridge, MA 02141

PayPal payments are accepted.

Youth Portuguese school

More Than a Classroom

Each Saturday, students learn Portuguese, connect with peers, build friendships, and stay connected to their culture. Our small classes ensure individual attention and consistent progress.

Throughout the year, students take part in cultural events and enrichment activities that go beyond the textbook. They don't just learn a language here. They grow up in a community that values where they come from.

"My two daughters have studied in Escola Portuguesa de Cambridge e Somerville since each of them was in Kindergarten, and they love it! With a mixed language family — American father and Portuguese mother — it's not always easy to keep the second language alive in the home, and the school helps us with that goal. My oldest daughter, now in her fourth year of attendance, has learned to value all the acquired knowledge, while the youngest one (still in first grade) values the joy and care that the teachers always bring to class. As a parent, I am really thankful for the kindness, dedication and persistence of the entire school community, and I truly value being part of it."