Accredited Portuguese Language School
Caminhos is an internationally accredited Portuguese language school, recognized by leading educational institutions worldwide. Our accreditations and partnerships guarantee the academic quality, credibility, and international recognition of our programs.
What sets Caminhos apart:
Caminhos is accredited to offer official academic credits recognized by universities in the United States, in partnership with Westminster University. This allows students to earn transferable U.S. university credits for their Portuguese studies in Brazil, one of the most important and widely recognized academic validations worldwide.
Caminhos is the only Brazilian Portuguese language school accredited by IALC, a global network of top independent language schools committed to excellence in teaching, student support, and ethical standards.
Our courses are officially approved for Bildungsurlaub in several German federal states, allowing professionals to study Portuguese in Brazil as part of their paid educational leave.
Caminhos is recognized by CSN, enabling Swedish students to use government study financing for their Portuguese courses in Rio de Janeiro.
FLAS Fellowship Support (United States)
Our programs are eligible for the FLAS Fellowship, a prestigious U.S. government-funded scholarship that supports students from top American universities studying critical languages such as Brazilian Portuguese abroad.
Thousands of Verified Student Reviews
Thousands of students have shared their experiences at Caminhos on Google, Yelp, and TripAdvisor, consistently highlighting our academic quality, welcoming environment, and strong community spirit.
Together, these accreditations and recognitions confirm Caminhos as a trusted, academically rigorous, and internationally respected place to learn Brazilian Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro.
What Our Students Say?
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EXCELLENT
Based on 703 reviews
Posted on Tripadvisor
Adeola ACaminhos for a solo trip Caminhos is the best language school I’ve been to! I solo travelled to Rio in September and took lessons for two weeks in the Latin speakers group. The teachers were lovely and the classes were structured, the receptionists were so sweet and really helpful, and you meet some amazing people! I 100% recommend it, and make sure you do the activities they host daily (especially volleyball)!Posted on Tripadvisor
Nicolas PAmazing Experience at Caminhos Learning Center My experience at Caminhos Learning Center was truly unforgettable. The teachers are not only excellent at what they do, but they also make every class engaging, fun, and approachable. I felt supported from day one, and I noticed real progress in my Portuguese while actually enjoying the process.What makes Caminhos special is the atmosphere and community. The school brings together people from all over the world, and the activities they organize, from cultural events to group outings and social gatherings, create the perfect balance between learning and experiencing Rio. It is a great way to not only improve your language skills but also connect with amazing people and discover the city in a deeper way.Caminhos is so much more than a language school. It is a place where you can learn, immerse yourself in Brazilian culture, and make lifelong friends. I cannot recommend it highly enough for anyone looking to study Portuguese in Brazil.Posted on Tripadvisor
Winni WangAll the beauty of Rio is melted into the caminhos school! Professional, warm, friendly and memorable! Absolutely five out of five!The teachers at Caminhos School are experienced in teaching, the curriculum is well structured and the homemade textbooks are rich. I have been studying Portuguese here for two months and have the intention of settling in Rio and working in the future. The experience at this school has greatly increased my confidence!Plus, eye-catching cultural activities (festa junina and cultura das regiões), almost daily extracurricular practice, professional guides and teachers, safe play, and a great experience practicing spoken language and enjoying the beauty of Rio with your classmates from all over the world!Thank you to every teacher and staff member at Caminhos School for your patience, professionalism and enthusiasm, which made this learning experience one of the best of my life!Posted on Tripadvisor
Edouard BA very rewarding experience! A very rewarding experience or not only are you taught to speak Portuguese but the teachers and activities allow you to immerse yourself in the Carioca culture and life. A memorable experience!Posted on Tripadvisor
Simone MÀ wonderful learning experience The experience with Caminhos was fantastic. The staff is competent, friendly and always available. The program of the school is a lot of fun. The extra activity allow to meet new people and explore the city with many interesting activity. The accommodation provided it was great for what I needed.Thanks a lot for the wonderful experience.Highly recommended!Posted on Tripadvisor
Kefli MMuito obrigado // best language school // lo mejores de bresil Excellent center for study . Very good teachers ( special thanks to Damian my teacher ) . All the staff was perfect and very helpful . Being there was very important to understand the brazilian culture . A lot of activity and excursion . Merci infinement pour votre service . Meilleurs Salutations . Bonne Année 2025 . شكرا جزيلا على كل الخد ات و الاستقبال الراقي . . ات نى لك كل التوفيق .سنة سعيدة ٢٠٢٥ Thank you so much for everythings . Wish you the best and happy new years 2025. Gracias de corazon para todo el staff de escuela caminhos . Feliz año nuevo 2025 Obrigado do fundo do coração a todos os funcionários da Escola Caminhos. Desejo-lhes um feliz ano novo de 2025.Ich danke allen Mitarbeitern der Caminhos-Schule von ganzem Herzen und wünsche Ihnen ein frohes neues Jahr 2025.Posted on Tripadvisor
Petra UThis place became my home Joining the language course here was easily the best decision I could have made. The staff and teachers were so helpful and more than qualified for the job. The course pacing was perfect, and the activities provided really helped me get to know Rio de Janeiro on a much more local level. After 3 months here, the people became my family.Posted on TripadvisorLaura CBest Portuguese School in Rio!! I loved my experience at this school. The teachers are great and they teach us so much about Brazilian culture.Posted on Tripadvisor
Tony KWant to learn Portuguese? Choose Caminhos! Caminhos offers a variety of courses for learning Portuguese, practically tailored to every possible need. Group classes, individual lessons, all levels. The teachers are all competent, enthusiastic; they and other staff are ready to help you in every way. The results are remarkable: Even after only one week of combined group and 1:1 lessons I could tell how my Portuguese improved - or rather skyrocketed. If you're new to the city and don't know anyone, don't be afraid: Caminhos offers loads of activities on every day of the week. With those you will not only meet new people (and quickly grow your own community away from home) but also learn about Rio, Brasil, Brasilians, their culture, and so on. All in all: an incredible experience! Five stars.
EXCELLENT
Based on 158 reviews
Posted on Google
solarius _my experience at Caminhos was unique. Administration and teachers staff are very friendly and competent. A special mention is for David, he is a professional organizer of different events/activities which help to practice the language, to get to know other students as well as to get to know the brazilian culture much better.Posted on Google
MathiasDefinitely the best language school in Rio! I only went there two weeks but I learned so much and I improved a lot. The classes are super interactive and you are forced to apply your knowledge day by day. The whole stuff is so enthusiastic and also the program around the classes is various and extraordinary. Keep on working like this guys it was a real pleasure!Posted on Google
Gabrielle Ware MouraoI loved the 5 weeks I spent learning Portuguese at Caminhos! All of the teachers and the staff were fantastic. The group classes (4hr/day) offered the perfect mix of structure and fun in order to improve your Portuguese quickly. The school uses their own books and materials (included with the group classes) but the teachers still tailor the classes to the needs and interests of their groups. With the ongoing pandemic, Caminhos is taking steps to ensure the safety of students and teachers. Everyone wears masks at all times and group classes have fewer students (anywhere from 2-6) than usual. There are still plenty of outdoor afterschool activities - they were fun and a great way to get to know Rio. I hope to return to Caminhos soon!Posted on Google
Phoebe GillThis is a great wee Portuguese language school, I would really highly recommend it to anybody wanted to come learn Portuguese in Brazil. Super well structured, high quality teachers and a lot of extra events in the afternoons (free samba classes, free capoeira, football games, walking tours etc). There are a big range of students here from all over the world, ranging in age from probably about 20 to 60, from people travelling who want to improve their portuguese, to people wanting it for their careers. They even have an intensive class for people who already speak Spanish. Don't consider anywhere else in Brazil, Caminhos is perfect.Posted on Google
Vivian HorvathThe school: The school encourages learning the language very fast by pushing students to speak as much as possible & constantly evaluating whether people are in the right level class, etc. Overall it was a fantastic method & I was able to learn conversational Portuguese in around 3 months! Also there are many free & fun activities which are an excellent way to integrate in the community (beach volleyball, volunteering, city tours, movie nights, etc) The people: The people who work in the school are awesome, very friendly and helpful. The professors are excellent. The location: Centrally located in Ipanema & near to Lagoa, near the beach and in the most touristic part of Rio.Posted on Google
Marine i.Excellent place to learn! Teachers are very competent as well as friendly, the staff is warm and helpful, and there are many extra activities to discover Rio and Brazilian culture. I followed a three weeks group class without any prior knowledge of Portuguese, I left more than able to hold a conversation and manage everyday small talks. As a bonus, your fellow students are as many potential friends from all over the world! Interesting option: the Homestay Program. The school operates a network of families offering a room to rent for a few days to a few months. I lived three weeks with awesome Brazilian flatmates in Copacabana, during the World Cup!Posted on Google
Jan BijenI had a wonderful experience. My son and grandchild moved to Brazil and I wanted to learn portuguese. I ended up doing a course at the Casa do Caminho Language Centre. What a wonderful school. Friendly people and what I enjoyed most was the free beach volley after classes. And my money was also well spend. Besides the high quality classes do the profits go to unprivileged kids. They have great projects for kids. The concept is just right.Posted on Google
Micah LynI´m a licensed teacher in the U.S. and I´ve been teaching and living abroad for the last 5 years. I think that it´s excellent that all the teachers here are native Portuguese speakers and speak almost exclusively Portuguese in the classroom, even in the basic levels. It´s the fastest way to learn a new language. All the teachers that I have met are very friendly, energetic and dedicated to helping their students learn Portuguese quickly and fall in love with Rio! There are daily activities to help students integrate and get to know the city and the community here. And, on top of everything, the center supports at-risk children and youth in a neighboring community! That makes me feel really good about being a part of Casa do Caminho Language Centre. :)
Why Choose Us?
Largest, Professional & Original
High Quality Teaching & Methodology
Free Activities in Rio de Janeiro
On-Site Social Programme for Children
Wide Variety of Courses and Levels
Top Location at Ipanema Beach
Excellent Accommodation Options
Caminhos’ Courses Levels
Caminhos Language Centre is the largest and most vibrant Portuguese school in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Our excellent facilities include 20 classrooms, a lounge, a kitchen, a computer area, and free Wi-Fi. Our dedicated team consists of over 25 experienced Brazilian teachers and friendly, multilingual support staff.
Additionally, we are the only school in Brazil that offers Portuguese group courses year-round at 12 different levels, ranging from beginner to advanced, as well as courses in Spanish and Italian.
Since our opening in 2009, we have continuously evaluated and developed our curriculum and services, establishing ourselves as the leading Portuguese school in Brazil. Our guiding principle is: “Learn Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro and immerse yourself in Brazilian culture while supporting a good cause.”
We maintain our original vibe by hosting unique events like Caipi-Sexta, Shitty Tour, and Caminhos in Action.
You will learn how to speak Brazilian Portuguese in an effective, dynamic, and fun way. We offer you a diverse learning curriculum and cultural immersion in Rio de Janeiro. Small group classes facilitate student-teacher interaction.
Our school offers you more than Portuguese lessons for foreigners. We offer you the complete Rio de Janeiro experience. Every day we organize 100% free and fun activities for you to socialize and practise your Portuguese.
Activities include beach volleyball, samba classes, football matches, hikes, and sightseeing tours. At Caminhos, you can learn Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, while having the time of your life!
Caminhos was founded to Caminhos was founded to support Brazilian children in need. Over the years, the school has invested more than half of its profits into social welfare causes. We launched ‘Mais Caminhos’ for Brazilian children. Children come to the school from nearby ‘favelas’ to learn and have fun. The school has also employed Davi, a former resident of the Casa do Caminho orphanage. Watch the documentary on Davi.
At Caminhos, you learn Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro while your fee supports underprivileged children! We also offer short and long-term volunteer opportunities.
At Caminhos, you can choose between Portuguese group courses and private classes. We have 12 different levels running every weekday throughout the year. Intensive Portuguese courses run from Monday to Friday for 4 hours per day. In addition to intensive courses, it is possible to take Caminhos Talk, which is a complementary Portuguese course designed to improve your conversation skills. For Spanish and Italian speakers, we offer a Latin Group course.
Private classes are tailored to suit your needs, enabling you to learn Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro at your own pace. You decide when, where and how classes are taken. We have several private class options, including: Regular Private classes, Celpe-Bras preparation, and a Portuguese Immersion program.
Learn Brazilian Portuguese four blocks from the famous Ipanema Beach. You can come to school wearing shorts and flip-flops! Ipanema is renowned for its vibrant social scene, excellent restaurants, cafes, and shops.
Ipanema’s metro station is five-minute walk from the language school. At the school, we offer free Wi-Fi, coffee, and filtered water. Many students head to the beach straight after class. Our free beach volleyball on Mondays is very popular.
Caminhos offers you a wide variety of accommodation options in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We want to ensure you a safe and comfortable stay in Rio de Janeiro.
We can recommend our “homestay“ option. Homestay allows you to experience Brazilian life and culture with locals while practising your Portuguese with your host family.
