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At Escola Árvore, a place where creativity runs wild and your next big idea actually happens
About Us
Where creativity takes root
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.
40+Years of History
5000+Graduated Students
7Professional Courses
Course Offering
Professional Courses
Our courses focus on visual arts, meeting the needs of creative industries.
2D & 3D Animation
3D Modeling
Product Design
Styling
Fashion Drawing
Visual Identity
Web Design & Development
Árvore Community
A place for everyone
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.
Passeio das Virtudes, Porto
One of Porto's most iconic locations
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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Porto Design Summer School 2026
July 25, 2026
13–25 jul. 2026
Escola Árvore, Passeio das Virtudes
Applications are open until 14 June for the international editorial design course taking place at Escola Árvore, from 13 to 25 July.
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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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