Set your child up for success by giving them a competitive edge. Lower Secondary English helps kids aged 10-12 building leadership, collaboration and critical thinking skills in a relaxed environment where they can be themselves. It’s the perfect foundation to grow their self-confidence and key life skills.
- Learn through hands-on practice with relevant social and environmental topics alongside dynamic group projects.
- Make international friends by practising English with British Council students from all over the world.
- Develop lifelong skills in teamwork, problem-solving and communication.
- Keep track of classroom learning through our online Learning Hub and activities to do at home.
Lower Secondary English at a glance
- Age: 10–12
- Levels: Four (LS1–LS4)
- Format: In-person and online classes
- Location: Lisbon (Cais do Sodré and Telheiras), Parede, Miraflores, Odivelas/Ramada, Porto, Foz do Douro, and Coimbra
- Timetable: One or two weekly class for 30 weeks
- Prices from 1185€
How your child will learn
Gain academic confidence
Lower Secondary English provides your child with the language fluency and academic confidence they need for secondary school and future international opportunities. By exploring real-world projects, your child will gain a current, global perspective and develop valuable skills to keep for life.
Be part of a global community
Help your child join an international network of peers and build cross-cultural connections. By collaborating on projects with British Council students from around the world, they will develop a broader perspective on global issues—providing the ideal preparation for their future.
Receive tailored guidance
Our expert teachers give individual feedback and support to every student. Regular English progress feedback, informal assessments and a personalised online dashboard help your child track their progress and build self-awareness by reflecting on their big wins and improvement areas.
Develop skills beyond English
Beyond learning the language, students build leadership skills, collaboration, and the confidence to express their ideas naturally. These core skills, combined with English fluency, give them a competitive edge in an increasingly global world.
Support for parents
Track your child's learning and progress with the Learning Hub
Our teachers support not only your child, but your whole family. Our secure Learning Hub allows you to follow your child's progress. Play interactive games together, explore videos and stories at home, and enjoy creative work they will be proud to share with you.
Convenient timetables
Lower Secondary English can be taken in person at our teaching centres or online. Flexible timetables make it easy to fit classes into your school and family routine.
Find your nearest British Council centre and book a free consultation today:
- Lisbon (Cais do Sodré and Telheiras)
- Parede
- Miraflores
- Odivelas/Ramada
- Porto
- Foz do Douro
- Coimbra