Testimonies

"I really enjoyed the class because Margarida makes learning Portuguese an adventure. It is fun and dramatic. She is full of enthusiasm and teaches us not only the language, but the history, geography, music, legends, and culture. We often practise technical points of the language, like verb conjugations and prepositions through the use of creative board games made up by her."

Julie Ann Garcia (an American student)

Learning the Portuguese language can be fun:

When was the last time you actually enjoyed learning something new? Was it in kindergarten... a weekend cooking class... or maybe dancing? Well, despite what you might have heard about learning the Portuguese language, there’s a school in Estoril which has a very special learning atmosphere. Just think of the playfulness of a kindergarten, the usefulness of a cooking class, and the amusement on a dance floor. That’s the essence of the learning atmosphere at Margarida’s School. While specializing in teaching Portuguese for Foreigners for more than 27 years, the school also offers instruction in all major languages, and some exotic ones as well. Classes are tailored to each student’s needs and budget. Whether on a one-to-one basis or group lessons, no class has more than 4 students in a regular course.

Paul Rudé

Our Courses

We are open all year round and offer a wide range of courses to suit our clients’ needs.

Our teachers are all qualified native speakers with a lot of experience. They can also come to your home or office to teach you.

We offer:

• individual classes and group lessons for 2 – 4 students
• regular courses with a duration from 12 weeks up to 1 year
• express courses of 20 hours
• flexible lesson packages, in which you can arrange you schedule yourself

The course book range ‘Pois... Pois...’, written by school founder Margarida Alberty herself, builds the foundation of the school’s teaching.

For younger learners, she has created the book ‘Olá Amigos?’, which teaches children the fundamentals of Portuguese.

You can find detailed information on our wide variety of courses in 14 languages on our website www.margaridaschool.com or our other blog margaridaschool.blogspot.com .

We are looking forward to your visit!

Why learn Portuguese?

Many people think that Portuguese is a very difficult language.

Of course, every language is difficult to learn at the start, but once you have mastered the basics, you will find out that Portuguese is indeed a very musical language with influences that range far beyond Latin. The Portuguese language is a mirror of the country’s rich history and takes you on a journey through time.

It is certainly worth any learner’s while to learn some of the language before or while travelling through or even migrating to Portugal. It will make life here very easy, and the people will surely appreciate the effort!

A Language School that makes a Difference

Why? 14 reasons why:

1. More than 28 years of experience.
   2. Specialised in teaching Portuguese to foreigners with its own teaching
   method.
   3. 15 different languages taught; with a certificate at the end of the course.
   4. Experienced, qualified, professional, native speaking teachers.
   5. Our teaching accommodates the needs of individual students.
   6. We organize our groups according to age, level and interests.
   7. Courses designed for children, with their own room. All material necessary
   to help the children learn and have fun at the same time.
   8. Courses available during the summer holidays, and special courses for
   children.
   9. Not only at the School. We can come to your home or business as well.
   10. Regular, intensive or flexible courses available.
   11. We organize parties, events, outings and activities to give students a
   chance to practise the language and meet new people.
   12. Our School is in a beautiful old building with a relaxed and personal
   atmosphere.
   13. Excellent location. A short walk from Estoril station. Parking available.
   14. Pátio das Artes – our own arts school.

Margarida's School has a beautiful garden where you can take a break between your lessons. The school also has its own parking space and offers free internet access for all students.

We are waiting for you.

Margarida's School

Margarida`s School was started in 1981 by Margarida Alberty. Margarida has dedicated 27 years to making Portuguese lessons enjoyable for newcomers to Portugal. Going beyond the textbook material is what makes learning at Margarida’s School unique. Creative teaching tools, such as board games and flash cards are used to reinforce grammar as well as vocabulary. You can also learn about Portuguese history, poetry, music, customs and culture. There are even school outings ranging from nights at the Fado to sightseeing in Lisbon.

All the teachers are qualified, highly experienced and patient.

Margarida Alberty is the founder of the school. Apart from Portuguese she speaks 7 other languages and has based her teaching methods on her own experiences of learning a new language. Her slogan is "Portuguese is fun".

Courses starting...

Portuguese Courses for foreign students starting soon!
Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced.
In small groups of 2-4 students only.
Take time to learn Portuguese!

Learn Portuguese at Margarida's School !