Portuguese
Portuguese is the official language of nine countries, and only 5% of Portuguese speakers actually live in Portugal. It is the most spoken language in South America and is the fastest growing European language in the world.
Our 2025/26 course offer will be visible and open for applications from Monday 30th June. We are currently updating our website ready for the new year so be aware you may see changes. If you have questions about courses starting in June and July you can call us on freephone 0800 988 0308 for live information.
If you need more information, want to discuss levels and course content, or wish to enrol, you can visit our Learning Centres in-person, call our FREEphone Enrolment Line or email us on the details listed below.
- 0800 988 0308
- adult.learning@leics.gov.uk
- If you need help with your choice of learning, training, career, work and life goals, please book an appointment with one of our Learning and Work Advisors who can provide free, 1:1, impartial advice.
Beginners Courses
Portuguese Beginners - A Taster
This eight week classroom course is the first of a two part course for beginners and will give you a taste of the language you want to learn. You will be introduced to a range of basic phrases that you will be able to use in practical situations; introducing yourself and others; giving your address and nationality; numbers; ordering food and drinks and similar practical holiday/travel situations. The emphasis will be on having fun and speaking the language through fun activities and games. The eight sessions will encourage you and give you the confidence to “have a go”.
Course Fees: Full Fee £96.80 / Reduced Fee £29.04 / FREE depending on your personal circumstances.
More information on Portuguese Beginners - A TasterPortuguese Beginners - Moving On (Year 1)
This is a 20-week course for learners who have a few of the very basics, covered in the Beginners – A Taster course or through your own experiences. You will be introduced to a range of basic everyday language that can be used in a variety of settings e.g. holiday, social and work. The main emphasis will be on learning to speak and understand simple phrases. The sessions will cover how to cope in a variety of situations you might find yourself in when visiting a country where they speak your chosen language.
Portuguese Elementary (Year 2)
This is a 28 week course is for those who have already completed a Beginners’ Moving on- year 1 course, or those with a little knowledge of the language and wish to progress further. It will develop your range of everyday language that can be used in a variety of settings e.g. holiday, social and work. You will also be introduced to the present and simple past tenses.
Learn at the following venues
Enderby Adult Learning Centre
- Enderby Adult Learning Centre, Townsend Rd, Enderby, Leicester, LE19 4PG
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.enderbybs@leics.gov.uk