Children aged 9 and over as at 31 December 2026:
In order to register for a British Council English course, your child must take a level test. Book the free level test here.
Registrations are open for the 2026/2027 academic year!
Primary English helps children aged 6–9 build confidence speaking and using English through interactive group learning. Blending the things they love with friendships spanning the globe, Primary English helps your child become a confident and happy English speaker.
- Get stuck into hands-on learning with real-world topics in lively group projects.
- Make international friends by practising English with British Council students from around the world.
- Grow teamwork, problem-solving and communication skills that will last for life.
- Gain individual teacher support within small and energetic group classes.
- Find a window into the classroom through our online learning hub and at-home. activities
Primary English at a glance
- Age: 6–9
- Levels: Four (P1–P4)
- Format: In-person with extra digital learning support and online (aged 8 and over)
- Location: Lisbon (Cais do Sodré, Telheiras, Miraflores, and Parede), Porto, and Coimbra
- Timeline: One or two weekly class for 30 weeks
- Prices from 1185€
How your child will learn
Turn curiosity into confidence
Blending their interests and favourite subjects with real-world topics and fun challenges, Primary English gets your child out of their seat and into lively group projects. Watch their confidence grow as they celebrate every achievement with their classmates.
Practise English with British Council students from around the world
See your child’s world expand when they connect across cultures and make friends from around the globe. By practising English with British Council students from other countries, your child will gain a true sense of place in the world.
Develop skills for life
Your child will join fun, active group classes with focused and lively projects led by our expert teachers. Working together with new friends, your child will learn English communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills in a vibrant and supportive classroom environment.
Gain individual attention and guidance
Primary English is built around your child. Guided by our experienced teachers, they’ll immerse themselves in projects tailored to their literacy level. Our class sizes are kept small, balancing individual teacher support with an energetic and engaging group environment.
Support for parents
Track your child’s English learning and progress through the Learning Hub
Our supportive teachers aren’t just there for your child. Our secure Learning Hub lets you share in your child’s learning adventure. Play engaging games, videos and stories together at home and enjoy the creative work they’ll proudly show you.
Convenient timetables
To give your child the individual support they deserve, our Primary English courses take place in person at our modern teaching centres, and are also available online for students aged 8 and over.". A flexible timetable of small classes makes Primary English easy to fit within busy family life.
Find the perfect Primary English course for you and your child at our centre(s) in:
- Lisbon (Cais do Sodré and Telheiras)
- Miraflores
- Parede
- Porto
- Coimbra
