Kaplan International Languages Edinburgh
School
English language school in Edinburgh with the highest-rated language school in Scotland. Education Scotland report 2022
Information
Kaplan International Edinburgh was founded in 2000 and is situated in the UNESCO-protected area of the 18th Century Edinburgh New Town.
Kaplan Edinburgh is a British Council-approved institution and an active participant in English UK and Education Scotland. These prestigious associations support the nation's top English language learning institutions.
The English school is in the heart of Edinburgh, 5 minutes from Princes Street (the main Street in Edinburgh).
In the school café, you can find freshly-prepared hot meals, sandwiches, cakes, and drinks.
Why Kaplan International Edinburgh is the best English School to study English in Edinburgh
- Education Scotland Inspection rated Kaplan Edinburgh excellent in every category in 2022, the only language school in the country with this rating.
- Excellent independent feedback.
- Great accommodation.
- Highly experienced teaching staff (including exams courses and Business classes).
- Located in the city centre.
- On-site café.
The most popular activities that the English school in Edinburgh Kaplan International Edinburgh organises in the afternoons and evenings
Afternoon
- Arthur's Seat volcano.
- Board games.
- Chess afternoon. (Friday afternoons).
- Conversation club.
- Harry Potter tour.
- Royal Botanic Gardens visit.
- Royal Mile tour.
- The social programme walks.
Evening
- Bowling.
- Ceilidh dancing (Scottish informal social dance).
- Cinema.
- International Food Night in school.
- Pub night.
The most popular excursions and trips that the English language school in Edinburgh Kaplan International Edinburgh organises at the weekends
- Harry Potter Castle visit (Alnwick Castle).
- Highland Lochs Glens and Castles tour.
- Highland trips.
- Loch Ness trip.
- Outlander tour.
- Whisky distilleries tour.
Location
Facilities
Library
Student Lounge
Vending Machine
Cafeteria
Free Wifi
Wheelchair Access
Computer Room
Multimedia Learning Centre
Summary
| Total students capacity | 255 |
|---|---|
| Number of classrooms | 17 |
| Age minimum | 16 |
| Accreditations | British CouncilEducation in ScotlandEnglish UK |
| Last day for 2026 bookings with 2025 prices | 31/Oct |
Year 2025
| Holidays (school) | 25/Dic → 02/Jan |
|---|---|
| Holidays (country) | 01/Jan, 18/Apr, 05/May, 26/May, 04/Aug, 30/Nov, 01/Dic, 25/Dic, 26/Dic |
| High season period courses | 16/Jun → 22/Aug |
| High season period residences | 31/May → 23/Aug |
| High season period homestays | 31/May → 23/Aug |
Statistics on ages
Low Season
| Students total average | 100 |
|---|---|
| Students per classroom maximum | 15 |
| Students per classroom average | 12 |
High Season
| Students total average | 200 |
|---|---|
| Students per classroom maximum | 15 |
| Students per classroom average | 12 |
Statistics on nationalities
Low Season
| Total nationalities | 31 |
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High Season
| Total nationalities | 40 |
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Prices
Year 2025
| GBP | ||
| Enrolment fee | 135£ | ≈ 0 |
| Placement fee | 35£ | ≈ 0 |
| Near homestay max minutes | 45 | |
| Supplement near homestay (per week) | 55£ | ≈ 0 |
| Supplement under 18 care (per week) | 20£ | ≈ 0 |
Accommodation
Homestay accommodation in Edinburgh
Host family accommodation in Edinburgh, live the experience of full immersion living with a Scotish host family in Edinburgh
Residence Arran House
Student residence in Edinburgh with a common room, gaming room, study area, meeting room and outdoor courtyard at 23-minute walk from English school
Courses
| # | Language | Course | Weeks | Lessons Week | Age Minimum | Profiles | Levels | Related Exams | Price Week from (GBP) | Price Week from () |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EN | General English Course 20 lessonsExcellent general English course 20 lessons per week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1437} | 1-50 | 20 | 16 | Adults 16+General English | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 235£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 2 | EN | General English Course 27 lessonsExcellent general English course 20 lessons per week combined with 7 online self-structure teacher-led lessons in Edinburgh {1445} | 1-50 | 27 | 16 | Adults 16+General English | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 255£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 3 | EN | General English Course 35 lessonsExcellent general English course 20 lessons per week combined with 7 lessons of online structured self-study plus 8 elective English lessons {1446} | 1-50 | 35 | 16 | Adults 16+General English | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 300£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 4 | EN | General English Course + Business English 20+8LCombined general English course 20 lessons with business English Course 8 lessons per week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1447} | 1-50 | 28 | 16 | Adults 16+General EnglishLanguage + Business | B1B2C1 | 300£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 5 | EN | General English Course + IELTS 20+8LCombined general English course 20 lessons with IELTS preparation course 8 lessons per week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1448} | 1-50 | 28 | 16 | Adults 16+English + IELTS | B1B2C1 | 300£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 6 | EN | General English Course + One to One 20+8LCombined general English course 20 lessons per week in a group plus 8 private One-to-One English classes per week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1457} | 1-50 | 28 | 16 | Adults 16+General EnglishLanguage + One to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 995£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 7 | EN | Edinburgh Festival Course 35 lessonsExcellent general English course 20 lessons per week combined 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 | 400£ | ≈ 0 | |
| 8 | EN | One to One English Classes 10 lessonsPrivate English classes 10 lessons a week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1458} | 1-50 | 10 | General EnglishOne to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 950£ | ≈ 0 | ||
| 9 | EN | One to One English Classes 20 lessonsPrivate English classes 20 lessons a week in Edinburgh, Scotland {1459} | 1-50 | 20 | General EnglishOne to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 1,900£ | ≈ 0 |