Escola Profissional do Montijo

What Escola Profissional do Montijo does

Escola Profissional do Montijo (EPM) is a private, non-profit vocational school located in Montijo, Setúbal district, Portugal. Founded in 1991 under a Contrato-Programa between the Portuguese Ministry of Education and the Câmara Municipal do Montijo, the school began teaching in 1993 and is administered by AFPDM (Associação para Formação Profissional e Desenvolvimento do Montijo). It serves approximately 350 students aged 14–19 across six three-year Level 4 vocational courses — Automotive Mechatronics, Tourism Information and Animation, Kitchen/Pastry, Multimedia, Electrical Installations, and IT Systems — conferring 12th-grade equivalence and pathways to either employment or higher education.

The core product is regulated vocational education delivered under Portaria n.º 102/2020, combining classroom instruction with mandatory work-based training (FCT) hosted by 57–67 partner companies across hospitality, automotive, IT, government, and media. The school operates no proprietary technology platform; it uses standard tools (GLPI for IT services, FMI web databases for student records) and supports an on-site radio station. Ancillary services include the Gabinete de Apoio às Empresas (GAE), which coordinates employer relationships and IEFP-funded employment measures, and the Centro de Apoio à Aprendizagem (CAA), which provides inclusion and academic support.

Commercially, EPM operates a state-funded, non-transactional model: all courses are free to students, with revenue derived almost entirely from the Ministry of Education contract, supplemented by EU co-funding through the Erasmus+ programme (2021–2027 accreditation as consortium coordinator). The school holds the EQAVET European quality seal awarded in late 2025 and employs approximately 60 staff. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through pre-enrolment on its website, in-person enrolment at the campus, and participation in education fairs (Futurália, BTL).

Name

Escola Profissional do Montijo

Legal name

Escola Profissional do Montijo

Website

https://epmontijo.edu.pt

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Escola Profissional do Montijo is a private, non-profit Portuguese vocational school in Montijo serving ~350 students aged 14–19 across six Level 4 technical courses (mechatronics, tourism, kitchen/pastry, multimedia, electrical, IT), funded by the Ministry of Education and offering free tuition plus mandatory work-based training with ~67 partner companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Institutional & Commercial Kitchen Training (Schools/Healthcare/Corporate) (EDAOAKAL)

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• Professional technical courses
• Work-based learning
• Technical secondary education
• Career training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Montijo

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. State Funding (Ministry of Education): The school operates under a Contrato-Programa (contract-programme) with the Portuguese Ministry of Education, which provides public funding for vocational education. As a private, non-profit institution, the school's primary revenue is derived from this state subsidy for delivering vocational training programmes.

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Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Escola Profissional do Montijo delivers free three-year EQF Level 4 vocational courses (ensino secundário) in six technical fields — Automotive Mechatronics, Tourism, Kitchen/Pastry, Multimedia, Electrical Installations, and IT Systems — combining classroom instruction with mandatory in-company training (FCT) at partner firms. It also provides learner-support (CAA) and business-support (GAE) services, plus Erasmus+ international mobility.

Product overview

Escola Profissional do Montijo is a private, non-profit vocational school established in 1991, offering six professional/vocational technical courses (Nível 4 qualifications equivalent to 12th grade) in Automotive Mechatronics, Tourism Information and Animation, Kitchen/Pastry, Multimedia, Electrical Installations, and Computer Systems/IT. The school also provides student support services including a Business Support Office (GAE) for work-based training coordination, a Learning Support Center (CAA) for academic inclusion, and participates in Erasmus+ international mobility programs. All courses have a 3-year duration, include mandatory work-based training components, and provide equivalence to 12th grade while qualifying graduates for direct employment or higher education.

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• Curso Profissional de Mecatrónica Automóvel (Automotive Mechatronics Course) Three-year EQF Level 4 vocational course in automotive mechatronics combining classroom theory with mandatory in-company training (FCT) at partner firms. Intended for secondary-age students seeking a technical secondary qualification with direct entry into the automotive sector.
• Curso Profissional de Turismo (Tourism Course) Three-year EQF Level 4 vocational course in tourism combining classroom instruction with work-based training (FCT) at partner companies in the tourism and hospitality sector. For secondary-age students pursuing a tourism professional qualification.
• Curso Profissional de Cozinha/Pastelaria (Kitchen/Pastry Course) Three-year EQF Level 4 vocational course in kitchen and pastry combining culinary theory with in-company training (FCT) at restaurants, hotels, and pastry businesses. Targeted at secondary-age students pursuing a professional culinary qualification.
• Curso Profissional de Multimédia (Multimedia Course) Three-year EQF Level 4 vocational course in multimedia combining classroom-based training with work-based learning (FCT) at partner companies in the media and audiovisual sector. Designed for secondary-age students aiming for careers in multimedia production.
• Curso Profissional de Instalações Elétricas (Electrical Installations Course) Three-year EQF Level 4 vocational course in electrical installations integrating theory with in-company training (FCT) at electrical contractor and industrial partner firms. For secondary-age students pursuing a Level 4 electrical installation qualification.
• Curso Profissional de Sistemas Informáticos (IT Systems Course) Three-year EQF Level 4 vocational course in IT systems combining classroom teaching with work-based training (FCT) at IT partner companies. Targeted at secondary-age students aiming for entry into the IT industry.
• GAE — Gabinete de Apoio ao Empresário (Business Support Office) Dedicated liaison office between the school and partner companies, facilitating FCT placement agreements and the school-to-employer pipeline across the six vocational courses. Aimed at local and regional companies in the school's partner network (67+ firms).
• CAA — Centro de Apoio ao Aprendente (Learner Support Centre) Learner-support centre providing inclusive support and differentiated pedagogical responses to students, including those from disadvantaged or at-risk backgrounds. Supports retention and success across the school's six Level 4 courses.
• Mobilidade Erasmus+ (Erasmus+ International Mobility) Erasmus+ international mobility programme enabled by the school's Erasmus+ accreditation, offering students international training and learning experiences abroad. Available to learners enrolled in the school's six vocational courses.

Named customers10 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Câmara Municipal do MontijocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1991The school was established in 1991 through a Contrato-Programa between the Ministry of Education and the Câmara Municipal do Montijo. The municipality remains a key partner, notably through the Gabinete da Juventude (Youth Office) which collaborates on Erasmus+ mobility projects and internationalisation initiatives.
• Ministério da Educação (Ministry of Education)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education through a Contrato-Programa that provides public funding for vocational education. The Ministry also coordinates international assessment programmes (such as PISA VET with the OECD) in which the school participates.
• AFPDM - Associação para Formação Profissional e Desenvolvimento do MontijocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFPDM is the legal entity that administers the school. It operates the Gabinete de Apoio às Empresas (Business Support Office) and the Centro de Apoio à Aprendizagem (Learning Support Centre), managing partnerships with 57-67 local companies for student internships and work-based training.
• Erasmus+ / Agência Nacional ErasmuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerErasmus+ accreditation for 2021-2027 as coordinator of a consortium of five vocational schools in the Montijo area (including Escola Secundária Poeta Joaquim Serra, Escola Secundária Jorge Peixinho, Escola Técnica Profissional da Moita, and Escola Secundária do Pinhal Novo). The programme funds international mobility for students and staff across Europe.
• IEFP - Instituto do Emprego e Formação ProfissionalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe GAE (Gabinete de Apoio às Empresas) assists companies with IEFP-funded active employment measures, facilitating connections between the school's graduating students and potential employers.
• Caiser Parque Hotel SAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner company hosting students from the Técnico de Cozinha e Pastelaria course for work-based training (FCT).
• LNEC - Laboratório Nacional de Engenharia CivilminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGovernment research institution hosting Técnico de Gestão e Programação de Sistemas Informáticos students for work-based training (FCT).
• BA6 - Força Aérea PortuguesaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPortuguese Air Force IT department hosting students for work-based training (FCT) in systems and IT.
• ISEC - Instituto Superior de Educação e CiênciasminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHigher education institution that conducted an information session at the school about its degree programmes, helping EPM students plan their transition to higher education.
• Instituto Superior de Tecnologias Avançadas (ISTEC)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHigher education institution that visited the school to present its educational offerings and opportunities for further studies to EPM students.
• Universidade LusófonaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrivate university that conducted a clarification session on higher education access for all third-year students at the school.
• Instituto Politécnico de SetúbalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolytechnic institute that conducted an information session on CTeSP programmes, licentiates, and master's degrees for third-year students.
• Gabinete da Juventude da Câmara Municipal do MontijocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Youth Office of the Montijo municipality collaborates closely with the school on Erasmus+ projects. Coordinator Ana Marcelino manages international mobility programmes jointly with the school. The partnership has been active since at least 2012.
• Escola Secundária Poeta Joaquim Serra (Montijo)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the Erasmus+ consortium of schools coordinated by the school. Partner in multiple mobility projects under the Erasmus accreditation.
• Escola Secundária Jorge Peixinho (Montijo)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the Erasmus+ consortium of schools coordinated by the school. Partner in multiple mobility projects under the Erasmus accreditation.
• Escola Técnica Profissional da MoitaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the Erasmus+ consortium of schools coordinated by the school. Partner in multiple mobility projects under the Erasmus accreditation.
• Escola Secundária do Pinhal NovominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the Erasmus+ consortium of schools coordinated by the school. Partner in multiple mobility projects under the Erasmus accreditation.
• Exército Português (Portuguese Army)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Portuguese Army conducted an information session for EPM students about its work, mission, and career opportunities, showcasing equipment and sharing information about military career paths.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• AFPA - Agence nationale pour la formation professionnelle des adultes: France's national vocational training agency, structurally comparable to the school as a publicly-funded work-based training provider, though operating in a different national market.

Broad incumbents

• IEFP - Instituto do Emprego e Formação Profissional: Portuguese public vocational training institute offering broader geographic coverage and a wider range of vocational programs, overlapping with the school's target market and employer network.

Direct peers

• Escola Profissional de Hotelaria e Turismo de Lisboa (EPHTL): Portuguese vocational school for hospitality and tourism, directly comparable to the school's Cozinha/Pastelaria and Turismo programs with similar work-based training structure.
• CINEL - Centro de Formação Profissional da Indústria Electrónica, Energia, Telecomunicações e Tecnologias da Informação: Portuguese vocational training provider for electronics, energy, and IT, directly comparable to the school's IT Systems and Electrical Installations courses under the same sector-specific training framework.
• CENFIM - Centro de Formação Profissional da Indústria Metalúrgica e Metalomecânica: Portuguese vocational training center for the metalworking industry, operating under a similar work-based training model with industry partnerships across the country.
• CINDOR - Centro de Formação Profissional da Indústria Ourivesaria: Portuguese vocational training center for the jewelry industry, sharing the same sector-driven training model with employer co-investment and work-based learning.
• CEFAMOL - Centro de Formação Profissional da Indústria de Moldes: Portuguese vocational training center for the molds industry, operating under the same sector-employer partnership model with industry-funded training and work-based learning.
• CITEVE - Centro Tecnológico das Indústrias Têxtil e do Vestuário de Portugal: Portuguese vocational training provider for textile and apparel industries, comparable in scale and structure with industry-coordinated training programs.
• INETE - Instituto de Educação Técnica: Portuguese technical education institute offering Level 4 vocational programs with similar regulatory structure and target demographic.

Others

• ANQEP - Agência Nacional para a Qualificação e o Ensino Profissional: Portuguese regulatory body overseeing vocational education and qualification frameworks that define the school's program structure and quality standards.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/epmontijo
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/escola-profissional-do-montijo

Compliance2 records

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Profiles4 records

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