Discover the ideal way to learn Portuguese in Athens! Since 2007, The Bertamini Language School has been offering high-quality Portuguese courses – in-person, online, or hybrid – ensuring success in official CAPLE exams and excellent communication skills. We are here to guide you every step of the way towards mastering the Portuguese language.
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At The Bertamini Language School, we believe that success begins with the quality of our teaching staff. Our Portuguese teachers are highly proficient linguists (native speakers or equivalent proficiency), with university degrees in Portuguese Philology, Latin American Studies, or related specialisations, and extensive experience in teaching Portuguese as a foreign language. Beyond their excellent linguistic skills, they possess a deep understanding of Portuguese and Brazilian culture, history, and literature, which they creatively integrate into their lessons. Furthermore, they continuously attend training seminars on the most modern teaching methodologies, ensuring a dynamic and effective learning environment.
Students from 5+ countries trust The Bertamini Language School for their Portuguese learning journey.
We use modern tools and apply experiential teaching methods.
We focus on the progress and success of each of our students, both in Greece and abroad.
The Bertamini Language School has been pioneering quality online Portuguese teaching since 2013 via a modern platform. Through the use of innovative tools and technologies, we achieve dynamic learning and our modernised education system offers you numerous flexible options (in-person, online or hybrid).
At The Bertamini Language School, preparation for Portuguese exams is complemented by substantial development of communication skills, enabling you to speak with ease and confidence. With proven and effective methods and an emphasis on practical language use, exam success is a natural outcome.
The Bertamini Language School tailors its Portuguese course schedule to your needs, whether for work, travel, exams, or studies. We provide supplementary teaching and make-up lessons, ensuring personal monitoring of your progress and flexible adjustment to your schedule.
Over 260 million native speakers (the 6th most spoken language in the world).
Enhances cognitive skills and facilitates the learning of other Romance languages (Spanish, Italian, French).
Opens doors to economic and professional opportunities, especially in sectors such as trade, tourism, international relations, and culture.
The language of Fado music, Samba, and literature.
At Bertamini, Portuguese is taught with modern, experiential, and flexible methods. Whether you want to travel, study, work, or simply get to know a different way of thinking and expressing yourself, Portuguese is a language you will love!
For those whose mother tongue is English, The Bertamini Language School offers specialised lessons in Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Chinese, and Greek, tailored to the needs and level of English-speaking students
Are you looking for private or group Portuguese lessons that meet your learning needs? At The Bertamini Language School, you learn Portuguese quickly and effectively through specialised courses tailored to your requirements.
We also provide intensive programmes for:
• Children
• Teenagers
• Adults
• CAPLE exam preparation.
At The Bertamini Language School, learning Portuguese is interactive & effective:
At The Bertamini Language School, we effectively prepare you for Portuguese certification and the acquisition of recognised diplomas, aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
We collaborate with official bodies that issue certificates for the Portuguese Language (Portugal): CAPLE (Centro de Avaliação de Português Língua Estrangeira) from the University of Lisbon (European Portuguese).
These diplomas are recognised by ASEP (the Greek Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection) and the Ministry of Education and cover all levels (A1 to C2).
Portuguese for Children
At The Bertamini Language School, Portuguese lessons for children are a fun and creative experience. Our programmes introduce children to the Portuguese language through games, songs, stories and interactive activities. They enhance critical thinking, creativity and familiarity with Portuguese-speaking culture in a friendly environment. We offer group Portuguese lessons in Athens, as well as afternoon or summer intensive programmes, adapted to your family’s needs.
Portuguese for Teenagers (Middle School and High School)
Portuguese lessons for teenagers at The Bertamini Language School are tailored to the needs and goals of Middle School and High School students.
Whether you want to improve your school performance, or prepare for recognised CAPLE Portuguese diplomas or the State Certificate of Language Proficiency, we are here for you. We offer comprehensive preparation in grammar, syntax, oral/written communication and exam simulation, building confidence and communication skills.
For students aiming for studies in Portuguese Philology or at Portuguese-speaking Universities, we have specialised Portuguese lessons and private lessons, which cover the required material in depth.
Adults
Private or group lessons tailored to your needs.
The exams are held at the Portuguese Embassy in Greece. Details on the exam procedure for each level can be found at the official CAPLE website: https://caple.letras.ulisboa.pt/
Exam Periods:
May • July • November
For 2025, the examination fees are:
For Adults
For Children & Teenagers
If you choose summer or winter intensive courses, you can significantly reduce your total completion time. For the higher levels C1 and C2, a personalised study programme is created according to the student’s needs and availability.
Our programmes are flexible and fully adaptable to the needs of each student. We offer:
• Regular & Intensive Programmes with acceleration options.
• Online, in-person, and hybrid lessons are available.
The ideal preparation to fully experience your time abroad — with confidence, ease, and strong language skills.
At The Bertamini Language School, we offer specialised courses for undergraduate & postgraduate students who wish to participate in Erasmus or Erasmus Mundus programme and enhance their international profile.
Our programmes cover:
Language and specialised terminology courses are the foundation for the success of students who wish to pursue higher education abroad. At The Bertamini Language School, we offer comprehensive preparation programmes to train students and ensure their success in entrance exams.
Who are our programmes for:
Specialised Terminology
The biggest challenge for candidates is specialised terminology and academic language. Even students with basic knowledge of Portuguese worry about the demands of entrance exams. At The Bertamini Language School, we provide specialised Portuguese language courses that make the language accessible and understandable, aiming for proper preparation and stress-free exam success, with the support of experienced teachers. We believe that systematic work and specialised guidance lead to success and ensure that our students are ready to study in Greece and abroad with confidence.
Discover Business Portuguese! The Bertamini Language School offers specialised programmes for professionals and businesses wishing to learn Portuguese for professional purposes.
Business Portuguese will enhance your communication skills and improve your professional image in the Portuguese-speaking market. At The Bertamini Language School, we design personalised programmes tailored to your needs and goals.
Business Portuguese courses cover many areas, such as:
Prepare for success in your professional relationships & business negotiations with Portuguese-speaking clients & partners. The Bertamini Language School offers special Business Portuguese programmes tailored to meet the needs of private companies, entrepreneurs, travel agencies, hotel executives and public bodies wishing to train their staff or partners in the Portuguese language. The in-person or distance learning programme includes lessons on:
Upon completion of the programme, a certificate of attendance and a certificate of completion are provided.
Are you looking for professional Portuguese translation and interpreting services? At The Bertamini Language School, we provide accurate and reliable Portuguese translation and interpreting services for professionals, businesses, and individuals.
We offer translations in language pairs such as:
With specialised translators and interpreters, we guarantee high quality & accuracy in:
At The Bertamini Language School, we offer combined Portuguese language and cultural courses, with the aim of:
We offer courses for all levels, from Beginner (A1) to Proficient (C2), in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
The time required depends on your learning pace, prior experience, and dedication. With our intensive programmes, you can expect to see rapid progress.
Yes, we have been pioneers in providing high-quality online Portuguese teaching since 2013, offering distance learning via a modern platform and advanced tools.
Absolutely! We tailor the programme to your needs, with private lessons that focus on your personal goals.
We prepare you for the official CAPLE (Centro de Avaliação de Português Língua Estrangeira) examinations from the University of Lisbon (European Portuguese). These diplomas are recognised by ASEP and the Ministry of Education.
Yes, we provide specialised lessons for undergraduate and postgraduate Erasmus/Erasmus Mundus students, covering mobility for studies/internships and specialised terminology for universities in Portugal or Brazil.
Yes, we have specialised Business programmes for professionals and businesses, enhancing communication skills and improving professional image in the Portuguese-speaking market.
Agiou Ioannou 7, 2nd Floor,
153 42, Ag. Paraskevi Square, Athens
T 210 60 85 720, 210 600 93 24