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At Escola Árvore, a place where creativity runs wild and your next big idea actually happens
Founded in 1982, Escola Artística e Profissional Árvore is a landmark in visual arts education in Portugal. In the heart of Porto, we have shaped generations of artists and creative professionals through a hands-on, experimental approach deeply connected to cultural industries. Here, every student finds the space to grow, create, and turn their passion into a career.

Our courses focus on visual arts, meeting the needs of creative industries.
At Árvore, diversity is a strength. Students from different backgrounds, cultures, and life paths share the same space, enrich each other, and grow together. An inclusive school where every voice matters and every story counts.




Escola Árvore sits on the Passeio das Virtudes, one of Porto's most emblematic viewpoints, overlooking the Douro River. Studying here means growing up in a city where culture, design, and creativity are everywhere.
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A conference with national and international speakers on design trends in 2026.
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Questions & Answers
We answer the most common questions about enrollment and life at Árvore.

Any student who has completed the 9th grade and is no older than 19 years of age by September 1st of the academic year they are applying for.
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