Study Guide

A starting point for learning English in Edinburgh and understanding life as a student in Scotland's capital.

Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this guide brings together what a prospective English learner might want to know — from the shape of a good English course to the warmth of an Edinburgh homestay.

Questions to Consider

Deciding to study a language abroad raises practical questions: which course suits your level and goals, how General English differs from an exam course, how homestay and residence accommodation compare, and what daily life and costs look like in Edinburgh. The pages here organise those topics into a friendly independent reference.

Explore while you are here

Not sure where to start? Learn about the school's friendly approach on the about page, browse the full range of English courses from General English to exam preparation, or get a feel for daily life with our guide to living in Edinburgh. You can also read what a stay is really like in our student stories. However you begin, we hope this resource helps you take the first step towards learning English in Scotland's welcoming capital.