Kaplan International Languages Edinburgh is an English language school in the heart of Scotland's capital, located in the historic New Town area at 26 St Andrew Square. The school welcomes international students who want to study English in Edinburgh while experiencing the city's history, culture and lively student atmosphere.
Choosing to learn English in Edinburgh means studying in a city where historic architecture, museums, festivals, and everyday Scottish life surround you. Kaplan's central location makes it easy to explore the city after class, with Princes Street, Edinburgh Waverley station, shops, restaurants and major attractions all within easy reach.
Kaplan Edinburgh is accredited by the British Council and is a member of English UK. The school offers a range of English programmes for international students, including General English, Semi-Intensive and Intensive courses, as well as IELTS preparation. The school is also a Trinity exam centre.
The school provides modern facilities including classrooms, interactive whiteboards, a cafeteria, a student lounge, a study centre and Wi-Fi. Classes are taught in an international environment where students can develop their English while meeting people from different countries.
Studying at Kaplan Edinburgh is also an opportunity to experience Scotland beyond the classroom. The school organises a social programme with Scottish cultural experiences, city activities and excursions, including trips to the Highlands, giving students opportunities to practise English while discovering the country.
Kaplan Edinburgh offers different English courses in Edinburgh to suit different levels, schedules and learning goals. Students can choose from General English, Semi-Intensive and Intensive programmes, as well as IELTS preparation and other study options.
Courses are designed to develop practical English skills including speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Depending on the programme, students can also take part in specialist skills sessions and workshops designed to support their progress.
Studying at Kaplan Edinburgh gives you plenty of opportunities to discover the city and practise English outside the classroom. The school organises social activities and Scottish experiences, while Edinburgh itself offers a huge range of cultural, historical and outdoor activities.
Accreditation: Yes. Kaplan International Languages Edinburgh is accredited by the British Council and is a member of English UK.
Location: The school is located at 26 St Andrew Square in Edinburgh's New Town, close to Princes Street, Edinburgh Waverley station, shops, restaurants and many of the city's main attractions.
Courses: Depending on current availability, students can choose from General English, Semi-Intensive, Intensive and IELTS preparation programmes, among other study options.
Facilities: Yes. The school has classrooms, interactive whiteboards, a cafeteria, a student lounge, a study centre and Wi-Fi for students.
Activities: Yes. Kaplan offers a social programme with Scottish cultural experiences and excursions, including trips to the Highlands.
IELTS: Yes. Kaplan Edinburgh offers IELTS preparation, with courses designed to build the language skills and exam techniques needed for the test.
| Total students capacity | 255 |
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| Number of classrooms | 17 |
| Age minimum | 16 |
| Accreditations | British CouncilEducation in ScotlandEnglish UK |
| Last day for 2027 bookings with 2026 prices | 31/Oct |
| Holidays (school) | 21/Dic → 28/Dic |
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| Holidays (country) | 01/Jan, 02/Jan, 03/Apr, 04/May, 25/May, 03/Aug, 30/Nov, 25/Dic, 26/Dic, 28/Dic |
| High season period courses | 15/Jun → 21/Aug |
| High season period residences | 30/May → 22/Aug |
| High season period homestays | 30/May → 22/Aug |
| Students total average | 100 |
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| Students per classroom maximum | 15 |
| Students per classroom average | 12 |
| Students total average | 200 |
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| Students per classroom maximum | 15 |
| Students per classroom average | 12 |
| Total nationalities | 31 |
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| Total nationalities | 40 |
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| GBP | ||
| Enrolment fee | 140£ | ≈ 0 |
| Placement fee | 40£ | ≈ 0 |
| Near homestay max minutes | 45 | |
| Supplement near homestay (per week) | 60£ | ≈ 0 |
| Supplement under 18 care (per week) | 20£ | ≈ 0 |
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| # | Language | Course | Weeks | Lessons Week | Age Minimum | Profiles | Levels | Related Exams | Price Week from (GBP) | Price Week from () |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EN | General English Course 20 lessonsEnglish classes of 20 lessons per week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1437} | 1-50 | 20 | 16 | Adults 16+General English | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 240£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 2 | EN | General English Course 27 lessonsEnglish classes of 20 lessons per week plus 7 online self-structure teacher-led lessons in Edinburgh, Scotland {1445} | 1-50 | 27 | 16 | Adults 16+General English | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 260£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 3 | EN | General English Course 35 lessonsIntensive English classes of 20 lessons per week plus 7 lessons of online structured self-study plus 8 elective English lessons in Edinburgh, Scotland {1446} | 1-50 | 35 | 16 | Adults 16+General English | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 310£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 4 | EN | General English Course + Business English 20+8LEnglish classes of 20 lessons plus business English classes of 8 lessons per week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1447} | 1-50 | 28 | 16 | Adults 16+General EnglishLanguage + Business | B1B2C1 | 310£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 5 | EN | General English Course + IELTS 20+8LEnglish classes of 20 lessons with IELTS exam preparation classes 8 lessons per week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1448} | 1-50 | 28 | 16 | Adults 16+English + IELTS | B1B2C1 | 310£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 6 | EN | Edinburgh Festival Course 35 lessonsEnglish classes of 20 lessons per week plus with 7 lessons of online structured self-study plus 8 Festival Classes in Edinburgh {1449} | 1-3 | 35 | 16 | Adults 16+General EnglishLanguage + Culture | B1B2C1 | 410£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 7 | EN | One to One English Classes 10 lessonsPrivate English classes of 10 lessons a week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1458} | 1-50 | 10 | General EnglishOne to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 900£ | ≈ 0 | ||
| 8 | EN | One to One English Classes 20 lessonsPrivate English classes of 20 lessons a week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1459} | 1-50 | 20 | General EnglishOne to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 1,800£ | ≈ 0 |