Note: until further notice, face-to-face classes have had to be replaced by online classes. Exams are open for registration. Our centres are temporarily closed. Please contact us only by email

Take an exam

Our exams can take you places.

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myClass – the course that fits round your life ...

myClass is the new, flexible way to develop your English without ever missing a class

Need English? Busy life? Is this the answer?

Choose our English classes for children and teens, in our English schools or online

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British Council Film Collection

112 short documentaries from the 1940s to show how Britain lived, worked and played...

Your health and safety in our premises...

Find out more about our additional health and safety measures

Welcome to the British Council in Portugal

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We are on the ground in six continents and over 100 countries, bringing international opportunity to life, every day. Find out more about us.

myClass English courses for adults

English courses for young learners

Book a level test

Online booking system. Book your level test now.

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Learning Time with Timmy – for 3–5-year-olds

Your child will learn naturally through play and Timmy's stories

Jamz Supernova presents Selector Radio in Portugal on Rádio SBSR.FM:

Arts

We develop collaborations between the best of British and Portuguese creativity.

Teach English

We help teachers with courses, expert advice, materials and support.