Why Take Creative Writing?

Here students discover the life of words, of ideas, of stories, of the imagination - both the imagination of the brilliant writers they read, and also their own imagination which they bring to life on the pages they write.

Students will develop excellent communication skills. They will gain a better understanding of grammar and will develop a richer vocabulary. They will explore different literary genres, will understand narrative structure, and will learn how to identify, interpret, and employ literary devices.

And, guided by all that they learn, they will write. Students will take up the pen and become the storytellers. They will have the freedom to play with their imagination and will discover the excitement, the challenge, and the wonder of bringing a world that existed only in their minds into being through words. And, each time they do so, they will become more confident in their ideas, their abilities, and themselves. They will nurture their own voice and will be ready to use it.

Among other projects, Creative Writing students will have the opportunity to write scripts that to be performed by the Theatre students. Most recently, the Creative Writing group wrote a theatrical adaptation of Dracula, performed by the Theatre class in June 2026.

Schedule

• Teens Creative Writing: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:00 pm

• If you do not see a class time or age group you’re looking for, please contact us. We often create new small groups based on student scheduling needs.

• Please contact scope.for.imagination.pt@gmail.com to discuss scheduling or submit the registration form below.

Registration

To register, please fill in this form once per student. 

Register for Classes - Children/Teens!

After completing the form, please send payment via MB Way to Ms. Helena Almeida at (+351 938 656 646). 

After the form and payment are received you will receive a registration confirmation.

• All activities have limited space.

• Registration is only considered complete upon receipt of payment.

• All activities subject to minimum enrollment. 

Tuition

Tuition for reading and creative writing classes is:

• Classes are once a week, one and a half hours per session: €16 per individual class, or €60/month

• Rates are prorated if there is a month with fewer than 3 class sessions due to holidays or class cancellation.

• Rates are not discounted if a student is not able to attend for personal reasons.

• Family discount: 5% discount is offered for the second (or more) student from the same family (siblings / parents).

• Multiple classes per week discount: students enrolled in more than one class per week receive a 5% discount on the second (or more) weekly class.

Testimonials

“Helena, thank you very much for the amazing work you do with our children. Your professionalism as well as your extraordinatry kindness are evident in everything you do. The desire to give everyone a place to express themselves and their culture is something very special. If everyone saw the world through your eyes, we would have a better world to live in.”

- Maly Pinhas, mother of Alma

Frequently Asked Questions

• What age should the student be?

  • Our current scheduled class is for Teens, ages 11 - 18. However, we are ready to open more writing classes for different ages. Please contact scope.for.imagination.pt@gmail.com to discuss additional classes.

• Where are classes held?

  • Small groups / private lessons are held in house near Jardim de Arca d’Água.

• When are classes held?

  • Current classes are on Tuesdays at 5:30 pm, however we often create new small groups based on student scheduling needs. Please contact us if you need a different class time.

• When do class series begin?

  • Although most students participate in classes for the entire school year, students can begin or end at any time of the year based on their needs. Classes tuition is paid on a monthly basis.

• What language are classes taught in?

  • Classes are taught in English, and there are classes for both fluent speakers and for students learning the language.

• How do I register?

  • Please fill in the registration form, or you can contact us if you do not see the offering that meets your needs.

• How often are classes?

  • Classes are held once a week.

• What should I bring to class?

  • Students should bring a notebook for writing and/or a binder for keeping handouts, and their favorite writing pens or pencils.

• What is the teacher : student ratio?

  • Small group classes are capped at 1 teacher to 6 students.

  • Private lessons are 1:1.