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Alba English School, Edinburgh:
Learn English in Scotland with Alba English School! Located close to Edinburgh University and the historic old town, Alba English School is a friendly, owner-run school that provides a range of English language courses to students from around the world. You can study from 1 - 48 weeks per year, full-time or part-time and can start on any day.

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Our Mission:

Our mission is to provide brilliant English classes to international students in Edinburgh and help them make the best of their time in Scotland. Our fantastic team of friendly and committed teachers and office staff will help you learn English, find accommodation and have fun on our Social Programme.

We aim for…
… flexibility. We think everyone should have the chance to study and improve their English. We keep our doors open from 09:00 to 20:00 and offer flexible courses – so everyone can come and study.
… affordability. We think English lessons should be accessible to everyone – so we keep our prices reasonable.
… quality. Our team of teachers are highly-qualified, experienced and dynamic. We believe in useful lessons that students can really engage in, learn in and enjoy with lots of activities for interactive learning.

Accommodation in Edinburgh:


Homestay with a local family, couple or individual


The traditional homestay experience with local English speakers - live with a local family, couple or individual in their home. 

• practise your English with local people
• self-catering or half-board available
• minimum 2 week stay 

Hostel Accommodation

Flexibility and independence with international guests - live close to the school in this friendly, clean and comfortable hostel.

• walking distance to school
• bedding and cooking facilities provided
• stay with guests from around the world
• no minimum stay (except a 3 night minimum stay during the August festival)

English Language Courses:

- General English Courses
- Summer English Courses
- IELTS Exam Preparation Classes
- First Certificate (FCE) Exam
- Advanced (CAE) Exam
- Proficiency (CPE) Exam
- CV Workshop
- English Outside the Classroom

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Address: 86-92 Causewayside, Edinburgh, EH9 1PY, UK / GB
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