Portuguese School

Highlights
-    Portuguese Language classes for Students 5 to 18
-    Classes on Fridays from 4:30 to 7PM
-    School Year from September to June
-    Tuition: $525 per school year
-    Registration at www.luisdecamoes.net

Luis de Camoes Portuguese School – Warren Campus

As a renowned Portuguese language school in Newark and Warren, New Jersey, we have been fostering a love for the Portuguese language and culture for decades. Our commitment to excellence, combined with our affiliation with the Sport Club Portuguese organization and the Luis de Camões Institute in Portugal, ensures that our students receive top-notch education and authentic learning experiences.

Nestled in the heart of Warren, New Jersey, our Luis de Camoes School campus offers a vibrant and enriching educational experience for students in the local Luso American community and beyond.
A Growing Luso American Community:
Warren and its surrounding towns have witnessed a flourishing Luso American community in recent years. At our Warren campus, we take pride in providing a nurturing environment where students can explore and celebrate their Portuguese heritage while also embracing a diverse and inclusive learning experience.
A Picturesque Setting:
Our campus, located at 170 Mt Bethel Rd, Warren, NJ, boasts a picturesque setting, providing an idyllic backdrop for a fruitful educational journey. The serene surroundings offer students an inviting space to engage in learning, creativity, and cultural immersion.
Spacious Classrooms for Inspired Learning:
Luis de Camoes Portuguese School utilizes several well-equipped classrooms at this location, ensuring that students have ample space to engage in interactive lessons, collaborative activities, and cultural events.
Convenient Accessibility:
Situated near major highways, our Warren campus offers parents and families easy access to the school, making drop-offs and pick-ups a breeze. The central location is a testament to our commitment to providing accessible education for our students and their families.
We are thrilled to be a part of the Warren community and look forward to welcoming students to this beautiful location for an academic year filled with growth, learning, and cultural enrichment.

Our Program
Our school offers a comprehensive Portuguese language program based on the Framework for Portuguese Education Abroad (QuaREPE), which serves as a fundamental assessment tool for students studying Portuguese Language Teaching Abroad (EPE). EPE is an educational initiative aimed at teaching Portuguese language and culture to children of Portuguese communities residing abroad. Our school is dedicated to promoting the learning of Portuguese Language and Culture to both Portuguese descendants and individuals interested in acquiring knowledge of the Portuguese language and culture. We follow the general curriculum guidelines established by the Camões Institute for Cooperation and Language to develop essential skills.
Our teaching approach emphasizes the development of the following Portuguese language competencies:
•    Oral comprehension
•    Oral expression
•    Reading
•    Writing.
Throughout the academic year, which spans from September to June, our in-person classes are held on
Fridays from 4:30PM to 7 PM. During these 2.5 hours, students have classwork and also participate in various activities designed to enhance their Portuguese language skills and foster an appreciation
for their heritage. Our student body comprises individuals aged between 5 and 18 years old, who have the option to undergo the Portuguese language certification process administered by the Camões Institute for Cooperation and Language, I.P. (website: www.instituto-camoes.pt). This certification is an elective examination available to our students.
Additionally, our students have the opportunity to take the NEWL (National Examinations in World Languages) test, which is an advanced placement exam aimed at assessing proficiency
in Portuguese language skills.
Teaching Levels
Pre-School 1 (5 years)
Pre-School 2 (6 Years)
Classroom Level A1
Classroom Level A2
Classroom Level B1
Classroom Level B2
Classroom Level C1

What if Student does not yet communicate in Portuguese
At Luis de Camões, we want to assure parents that even if their child does not speak any Portuguese at all, our dedicated teachers are fully capable of assisting them in getting started on their language learning journey. We understand that language acquisition takes time, and we are committed to providing the necessary support to help students gradually develop their communication skills in Portuguese.
Our teachers are experienced in working with students at various proficiency levels, including absolute beginners. They employ effective teaching strategies and create a supportive learning environment to help students overcome any initial language barriers.
Through a combination of immersive language instruction, interactive activities, and personalized guidance, our teachers ensure that each student receives the attention and guidance they need to progress in their Portuguese language skills.