Portuguese Classes
Português como Língua de Herança (PLH) - aged 5 to 16
Portuguese as a Heritage Language.
Online and in person options
Português como Língua de Herança (PLH) - For Kids & Teens
Where language, culture, and imagination grow together
Our PLH programme is designed especially for children and teens growing up in Aotearoa who carry Portuguese in their hearts — whether they speak it fluently, understand everything but speak a little, or are just beginning their heritage‑language journey.
Here, learning Portuguese feels joyful, meaningful, and full of Brazilian warmth.
Course Structure
A Playful Learning Experience for Ages 5–16
Children join us online or in person, with classes tailored to different levels of proficiency. Every learner is welcomed, supported, and encouraged to explore Portuguese in ways that feel natural and fun.
Our educators understand the bilingual journey deeply — the challenges, the opportunities, and the magic of raising children between cultures.
What makes our PLH programme special
- A welcoming community
- A curriculum designed for bilingual families, focusing on speaking, reading, writing, and cultural identity
- Engaging tools and resources that spark curiosity and creativity
- A safe space to celebrate Brazilian culture, stories, and traditions
Classes follow the New Zealand school term calendar and are open to heritage speakers from all backgrounds.
Class Timetable Options
Select your preferred class when enrolling (final placement confirmed for new students):
| Classes and Days | Format | Time | Age Group |
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| Saturday - Henderson | In Person | 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm | 5-10 yrs |
| Monday | Online | 04:30 pm - 5:30 pm | 5-10 yrs |
| Tuesday | Online | 06:00 pm - 07:00 pm | 7-12 yrs |
| Wednesday | Online | 05:00 pm - 6:00 pm | 8-14 yrs |
| Friday | Online | 04:00 pm - 5:00 pm | 7-12 yrs |
| Friday | Online | 05:15 pm - 6:15 pm | 10-16 yrs |
2026 Term Dates
Term 1: 02/02/2026 – 2/04/2026
Term 2: 20/04/2026 – 3/07/2026
Term 3: 20/07/2026 – 25/09/2026
Term 4: 12/10/2026 – 12/12/2026
⚠️ Each term typically runs for 10 weeks.
Discounts & Payment Options
- Term (10 weeks); $200
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Sibling discount: 10% off
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Instalment plans available (full term fee must still be completed even if attendance stops early)
Contact us to arrange payment dates.
- All participants must be members of Brasileirinhos Aotearoa. Join our community.
For other age groups:
What We Offer
A rich and exciting Portuguese learning journey supported by a community that understands what it means to grow up between cultures.
Português como língua de herança (PLH):
Lessons created especially for bilingual children and teens living outside Brazil — strengthening spoken language, literacy, and cultural identity in a playful, meaningful way.
Flexible learning formats:
Choose from online or in-person classes to suit your family's routine — with learning resources, worksheets, and recordings available when needed. All students receive access to Google Classroom.
A world of learning resources:
Our resources keep learning dynamic, interactive, and fun — from physical books and the Elefante Letrado reading platform to creative tools like Book Creator, Padlet, Kahoot, Wordwall, and more.
A community that gets it:
Families connect, share experiences, and support one another. Our community gathers for cultural celebrations, festivals, and sports activities that let children live their Brazilian heritage in joyful, active ways.
Where & How Classes Happen
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We offer both online and in-person learning:
Online Classes
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Delivered via Zoom
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Students and guardians receive access to Google Classroom
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Inside Google Classroom, you’ll find:
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The weekly Zoom link
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Printable class worksheets and materials
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In-Person Class Option
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Casa Brasil
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See timetable above
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Communication
The School uses ClassDojo to communicate with parents, award points students, share moments and manage the class.
Join the in to stay updated with announcements, photos, and weekly reminders.