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English Language for Secondaries  13-17 year olds    

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Where
We run courses in our three centres

central Lisbon, Miraflores and Parede.   

When
All courses are 90 hours long

3 hours once a week, or 1.5 hours twice a week   
3 ten week terms October – December, January – March, March - June   

Classes
Secondary courses are for 13 to 17 year olds

four levels, SA2 (90 hours) , SB1  (180 hours) , SB2 (180 hours) , SC1 (180 hours)   
pupils grouped according to knowledge and ability to use the language   

Course content
We offer secondary courses at a range of levels, from elementary to advanced. Courses are linked to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

Our courses
We design our courses to meet the learning needs and styles of this particular age group. Our courses

have clearly defined learning objectives, linked to CEFR   
are built around  thematic modules which are contemporary and relevant to pupils’ ages, lives and interests   
are task based; for example, students  may design and use a class survey and then write a report, or research a topic and give a presentation to their classmates   
help pupils develop skills to express themselves in English and improve their ability to communicate effectively, in speaking and writing, in a range of contexts   

Approach and methodology
Our students participate actively in their learning. Our approach:

is learner centred   
encourages and assesses the development of good learning skills   
emphasises learning by active participation and using the language to learn it   

Our methodology involves:

students working on tasks and projects   
work as a class, in groups, pairs, or by themselves   
using a variety of resources, including IT, films and literature to help students  develop their English language skills   

Assessment
Our secondary levels are linked to  the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) which describes in detail what pupils need to learn and be able to do at various levels in order to use a language to communicate.

students are assessed through a variety of written and spoken tasks throughout the year   
self and peer assessment is an integral part of the assessment process   
teachers counsel students on a regular basis to help establish clear learning goals   
we report on progress to parents each term and invite parents in to discuss their child’s learning   

International qualifications
Secondary students can enter for the Key English Test (KET) at A2 level, Preliminary English Test (PET) at B1 level, First Certificate in English (FCE) at B2 level and Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) at C1 level. More information on our examinations pages.

Come and join us

We hold placement tests throughout the year. Tests are valid for 12 months. The test fee is EUR 10.00 (non-refundable).

Note: In accordance with our policy of equal opportunities and diversity, the placement test is also available in Braille. Contact us to book a test.

Registration is EUR 60.00

One module is 30 hours and the price is EUR 365.00 (various discounts are available). Classes in Lisbon on Saturday, starting before 1645, are EUR 385.00

British Council Portal

The British Council Portal (opens in new window) gives all secondary and adult students access to their personal assessments and lesson summaries. To log on, all you need is your student number and your password, given to you by your teacher.

Parents/guardians can also view the lesson summaries and assessments of secondary students and all YL reports. To log on you’ll need your child’s student accountname/number (6nnnnnn or 7nnnnnn),  their password and an email account.

If you have any problems accessing the Portal please contact portal.customers@pt.britishcouncil.org quoting your student number.

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