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Caminhos Language CentreRio de Janeiro, Brazil

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

1 students - overall rating
Rua Farme de Amoedo, 135 - 22420-02 Rio de Janeiro - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Great location very close to Ipanema Beach.
  • Best rated school in Brazil
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
  • Rio de Janeiro is one of the top destinations our students liked most
  • Optional language workshops.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 1%
18-24 years 40%
25-34 years 30%
35-50 years 15%
>50 years 14%

Location: Caminhos Language Centre is a Portuguese language school in Ipanema, a coastal borough of Rio de Janeiro. Around the school, there is a selection of eateries, clothing stores and bars. Nossa Senhora da Paz metro station is a stone's throw away from the school entrance and takes students into the centre of Rio de Janeiro.

Social and cultural: The region is known for its striking sandy shoreline. Caminhos Language Centre is a short walk from Ipanema Beach and the Pedra do Arpoador viewpoint.

Course selection: Caminhos Language Centre has group courses, academic and corporate programmes, private packages and special courses all available in Portuguese.

School facilities: All the classrooms have video and audio facilities to aid in the learning process. For relaxing after class, the school has a reception and lounge for socialising along with an intensive activity programme.

Portuguese Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Intensive CoursePopular Portuguese course
20 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Offer!from
260€247€
Course Details
Latin Speakers Course
20 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Offer!from
260€247€
Course Details
Volunteer Package
20 lessons per week
|
9 students (max)
Offer!from
480€468€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Volunteer Package - Course Only
20 lessons per week
|
9 students (max)
Offer!from
1200€1140€
Course Details
Combo Course
25 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Offer!from
390€371€
Course Details
Conversation Course
7.5 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
Offer!from
140€133€
Course Details
Private
Individual Celpe-Bras Preparation
10 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
330€314€
Course Details
Individual Course
10 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
270€257€
Course Details
Individual Rio Immersion Course
30 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
840€798€
Course Details
Individual Weekend Immersion Course
20 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
700€665€
Course Details
Online Individual Course
10 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
270€257€
Course Details
Survival Course
4 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
130€124€
Course Details
Business
Executive Immersion Course
40 lessons per week
|
1 student (max)
Offer!from
1100€1045€
Course Details
Language Plus Activity
Portuguese & Capoeira
24 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Offer!from
350€333€
Course Details
Portuguese & Samba
24 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Offer!from
350€333€
Course Details
Portuguese & Surf
20 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Offer!from
350€333€
Course Details

Our prices for Caminhos Language Centre include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Optional language workshops

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Student opinions about Caminhos Language Centre, Rio de Janeiro

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of
Caminhos Language Centre, Rio de Janeiro
1 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Social activities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Organisation
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
50 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Good organization”
Disliked
“Sometimes difficult to participate in the activities when you have group lessons and individual lessons.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 23. Sep. 2024 by John van Gestel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Caminhos Language Centre

Accreditations and Quality seals
IALCPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Portuguese teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
47% male / 52% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Caminhos Language Centre and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
PayPal - logoCash payment - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2009
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 19.736.587/0001-20

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 20
    • Number of public PC workstations: 4

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 100
Throughout the year: 80
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
In summer: 26 years
Throughout the year: 26 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 18%
France 9%
Germany 8%
England 8%
Japan 5%
Netherlands 5%
Switzerland 5%
Italy 4%
Korea 3%
Chile 3%
Sweden 3%
Spain 2%
Turkey 2%
Venezuela 2%
Iran 1%
China 1%
Thailand 1%
Israel 1%
Vietnam 1%
Other nationalities 18%

Information for all courses offered by Caminhos Language Centre

Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Student visa:

  • 6 months: EUR 2400
  • 1 year: EUR 4000.

    1-9 private lessons are EUR 30 each.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 10 Feb 2024, 11 Feb 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 13 Feb 2024, 29 Feb 2024, 21 Apr 2024, 23 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 30 May 2024, 07 Sep 2024, 12 Oct 2024, 02 Nov 2024, 15 Nov 2024, 20 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 03 Mar 2025 - 05 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 07 Sep 2025, 12 Oct 2025, 28 Oct 2025, 02 Nov 2025, 15 Nov 2025, 20 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Portuguese language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Visa Documents

Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Basketball-
Cooking2 km
Dancing-
Diving-
Field Hockey-
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf-
Horse riding-
Mountainbiking-
Music-
Sailing-
Squash-
Swimming-
Table Tennis-
Tennis-
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing1 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Beach Volleyball
- City tours (Tuesday / Friday)
- Samba
- Capoeira
- Soccer
- Pizza Night / Happy hour
- Caipi Sexta (Social drinks)
- Saterday tours (Niteroi, Feria, Samba school)

Adults - Paid activities

- Cooking class
- Tours (Favela, Pedra de telegrafo)
- Bike Tours
- Asa Delta

Accommodation

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Homestay (Beach) Most Popular Accommodation
Double room, Breakfast
In high demand!
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0
1 rating
from
260 €
Private Apartment
Single room, No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
from
472 €

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Questions and answers about Caminhos Language Centre

  • “The photos published on our website are for guidance only. The school works with a variety of carefully selected host families to provide an authentic and comfortable experience during your stay.

    We understand the importance of having details about your accommodation and want to ensure that you will receive all relevant information about your allocated accommodation 7-10 days before your arrival, once full payment of your booking has been completed. This will allow you to familiarise yourself with the specific details and unique features of your new temporary home.    ”
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 10, 2024

FAQ about Caminhos Language Centre, Rio de Janeiro

  • Portuguese courses at Caminhos Language Centre start at 124 € for Survival Course course with 4 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay (Beach) is the most popular among all our clients of Caminhos Language Centre
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Caminhos Language Centre varies from 1 students (Individual Celpe-Bras Preparation) to 9 students (Volunteer Package)
  • 100% of teachers at Caminhos Language Centre hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Caminhos Language Centre comes from USA with a 18% representation, followed by students from France (9%) and Germany (8%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Caminhos Language Centre offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 26 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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