Caminhos Reviews & Accreditations

Accredited Portuguese Language School

We have official international accreditations and thousands of online reviews

Caminhos is the only Brazilian Portuguese school officially accredited by international organizations that guarantee the quality of our programs. We are a proud member of IALC (International Association of Language Centres), a global network of leading independent language schools committed to high teaching standards and student care. Our courses are also approved for Bildungsurlaub in several German states, recognized by CSN in Sweden, and supported by the FLAS Fellowship program in the United States, which provides scholarships for students from top universities to study Brazilian Portuguese abroad. In addition, we have a partnership with Westminster University, and students can earn official U.S. university credit for their Portuguese studies at Caminhos.

In addition, thousands of students have shared their Caminhos review experiences on Google, Yelp, and TripAdvisor, confirming our reputation as a trusted and welcoming place to learn Brazilian Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro.

What Our Students Say?

“I first came here to learn Portuguese, then I found out that this school had so much more to offer! This school is like a big family where everyone is accepted no matter what level of Portuguese they have. I would highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn Portuguese in Rio.”

Alexandre Labat

France (FR)

“I am having an awesome time here at Caminhos. The teachers and staff are all very helpful and there is always something to do in the afternoon and evening with all of the after-school activities. They also have some amazing programmes outside of the school like Mais Caminhos (social projects), which helps to educate local Brazilian children and teenagers. Caminhos is more than just a language school, it is a community and a school with a heart!”

Troy McPeak

United States (USA)

“The course taught very practical information for day-to-day living. The teachers are very well trained and make the learning environment fun and relatable. The hours pass quickly and you soon realise that you are speaking fluent Portuguese. I have taken other intensive language courses but have never felt like it was taught in such a natural way. I look forward to coming to class every day even if I have been out samba dancing all evening!”

Lauren Quinn

United States (USA)

“I have been studying at Caminhos for four weeks. It has been an amazing experience. I didn’t speak any Portuguese when I arrived here so I thought after only four weeks I would only be able to say just a few sentences. My classes with Karen (minha professora) have surprised me in a great way and I have learned so much more than I expected. She teaches us grammar and vocabulary in a way which is never boring. You wouldn’t even notice that you are learning verbs. Karen speaks Portuguese very slow and clearly, so even though the classes are completely in Portuguese, it is still possible to understand everything. After four weeks I am already able to have a conversation and speak about all different kinds of topics within the group. I loved being in group A and Karen really inspired me to take my Portuguese to a next level. Thank you for a great experience Caminhos!”

Lucienne Bregman

Netherlands (NL)

“I am very happy to be part of the Caminhos family! It’s been almost two weeks since I joined Portuguese classes and I’m really enjoying them. My teacher Jocilene is engaging us in conversation and sharing very interesting and useful information about places, events and habits of Cariocas. I really enjoy the learning process and I hope my new knowledge will help me to converse with my local friends. What is great here is that the school has a lot of free activities which I enjoy too: samba no pé, capoeira, walking tours around this Cidade Maravilhosa. I absolutely love it!”

Viktoryia Vinnikava

Belarus (BY)

“This school is amazing – it’s in a really good location in Ipanema with amazing staff and teachers. The school holds events like ‘Caipi-Sexta’ – a fun party outside the school – and has a great social vibe with all of the free activities during the week. The classes are structured and the teachers are really good. I really love the ambiance of the school – everyone hangs around in the student lounge socialising and you can meet a lot of people from different countries!”

Fabrice Duhalde

Switzerland (CH)

“I joined the Group A course because I really wanted to learn Portuguese. I didn’t imagine it to be so much fun! Caminhos Language Centre has a great atmosphere. My class is small and my teacher is great. My teacher is native Brazilian and it’s easier to learn the correct Brazilian Portuguese – in addition to some slang words and phrases! I love the location in Rio – it’s close to everything and I usually go to the beach after class.”

Yaron Funis

Israel (IL)

“The course is full of debates and discussions which I like because it allows me to practise my grammar and vocabulary. My teacher is very friendly and teaches us a lot about Brazilian culture. The atmosphere is very relaxed and all students are encouraged to communicate in class to give their opinions on different topics we are debating.”

Zeno Robbiani

France (FR)

“The school is fantastic. The course is very hands-on in theory and practical, and the teachers are very helpful and knowledgeable. The class environment is so much fun. Even when you have stressful moments it’s hard not to smile and have fun!”

Stewart Fanning

Australia (AUS)

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.

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.