(Edinburgh | Scotland )
Alba English School
About Alba English School
We at Alba English School want to provide brilliant English classes to our international students in Edinburgh and do our best so they can enjoy their time in Scotland.
Our amazing team of committed and friendly teachers and office staff will help you find an accommodation, learn English and have fun on our own Social Programme.
It is very important to us that at Alba English School, the atmosphere is welcoming and friendly. Our students often describe Alba English School as a ‘home from home’ – especially after enjoying the free biscuits in the kitchen!
Language is our passion and we would like to welcome you as a student to Edinburgh. We believe the key to our school’s success and student satisfaction is the quality of our teachers. They work very hard to make sure that our students enjoy their time with us and their effective learning experience.
We look forward to helping you succeed in your language study and achieve your goals!
Accommodation
- Host family accommodation
- Host family accommodation without students of same native language
- Student Residence
Activities
- Cultural tourism (theater, museum, etc.)
- Historical sightseeing
- Local cultural events (festivals, etc.)
Courses
General English
88% 6 Reviews
This course is for students aged: 16-70
Location Type: Town/City
Levels: Advanced, Basic, Intermediate
Class Sizes: Large, 11-20 students, Medium, 6-10 students, Small, 2-5 students
Weekly Hours: Relaxed 10-15 hrs/wk, General 15-25 hrs/wk
General English
Classes focus on spoken communication and language accuracy while expanding grammar and vocabulary knowledge.
English Exam Preparation
92% 3 Reviews
This course is for students aged: 16-70
Location Type: Town/City
Levels: Advanced, Intermediate
Weekly Hours: Relaxed 10-15 hrs/wk, General 15-25 hrs/wk, Intensive 25+ hrs/wk
Learn the grammar and vocabulary you will need for the exam, common errors and strategies to help you get the best mark.
IELTS
For university or for visas and immigration, learn the language and techniques you will need to get the points you need.
First Certificate (FCE) Exam
Will you be one of the 3 million people taking a Cambridge exam this year? Make the most of your experience in Edinburgh by taking the FCE.
Advanced (CAE) Exam
Do you want to prove you have an advanced level of English? The CAE is an essential addition to your CV. Get ready with our classes.
Proficiency (CPE) Exam
The ultimate challenge. Put yourself ahead of the crowd with the highest level Cambridge exam.
Business English
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This course is for students aged: 18-70
Location Type: Town/City
Levels: Advanced, Intermediate
Class Sizes: Large, 11-20 students, Small, 2-5 students
Weekly Hours: Intensive 25+ hrs/wk
Focussed on professional language (e.g. writing emails and giving presentations) and adapted to individual student needs.
English Summer Courses
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
Location Type: Town/City
Levels: Advanced, Intermediate
Weekly Hours: General 15-25 hrs/wk, Intensive 25+ hrs/wk
Combine General English in the morning with afternoon classes outside in the city.
Enjoy the sights of Edinburgh while continuing to practise and improve your English. Minimum B1 level. (3rd July – 25th August only).
Junior English Programs
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This course is for students aged: 13-17
Location Type: Town/City
Levels: Advanced, Basic, Intermediate
Class Sizes: Large, 11-20 students
Weekly Hours: General 15-25 hrs/wk, Intensive 25+ hrs/wk
Our Young Learner Summer Programme combines morning English classes with fun and varied activities to ensure students learn as much English as possible while having a fun and exciting time.
- students are met at the airport by school staff and transferred to their accommodation
- students are accompanied on all excursions, providing many opportunities for English practice
- all staff including Teachers, Activity Leaders, Drivers and Homestay Hosts have full PVG certification (police background check)
What’s included?
- 20 hours of English lessons per week
- Airport Transfers (Edinburgh Airport)
- Accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday
- Local travel pass (in Edinburgh)
- Full afternoon activity programme, two evening social events per week
- A full-day excursion (when staying over a weekend)
- All learning materials and end of course certificate
Brochures
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abdul hakim Libya
studied English Exam PreparationThank you
I enjoyed the online course at Alba English school. It was very useful and the materials are well developed. My tutor Calum Craig was very supportive and helped me with his useful and constructive feedback. I truely enjoyed my one to one sessions with him. I would strongly recommend this school.
posted 4 years ago
Kumar Selvaraj India
studied English Exam PreparationImpressive
Subscribed to an online GESE course for my Wife, and she is all praise for the course material, the teacher's guidance in particular. She's passed the test, and would vouch for the fact that it was money well spent.
posted 4 years ago
Alina Meshulina Russian Federation
studied General EnglishОчень рада что нашла эту школу.
Очень очень очень приятный опыт. Прекрасные педагоги, дружеская атмосфера и, конечно же, новые знакомства! Перед первым занятием вам предложат пройти небольшой тест на ваше знание английского, таким образом вы начнёте занятия с того уровня, которым уже обладаете. Много разговорной практики, работы над произношением и встреч вне школы. Очень рекомендую!
posted 8 years ago
Ada Cruz Spain
studied General EnglishVery good sperience
I'm very happy to Alba English. I went there because I want improve my english. Teri, my teacher, do the lesson very funny and clear, for this the time pass very quikly and we learn without realice! The atmosphere is very good and they give us a many facilities. You can see your progress in the webside for esample. Thanks! And especially thanks to Teri!!
posted 8 years ago
Lídia Embuencilla Martinelli Spain
studied English Exam PreparationIELTS exam
Alba English offer a varaiaty of classes, different levels and options to prepare the most common exams.
You have a flexible schedule and many classes to chose, with great teachers.
I prepared my IELTS exam with Stephen. He is a greater teacher and motivates us. His classes were very helpful.
posted 8 years ago
Isabella Bigi Italy
studied General EnglishThank you
The manager and teachers are very kind. They are always smiling and answering my questions any time not only during the lessons.
posted 8 years ago
Anna Duric Serbia
studied General EnglishInstitution of friendships
A school?
No, this is an institution of friendships and much more...
Alba English school generously give us the best English learning with modern methods, qualified and very friendly teachers.
In addition, social events organised by the school provide intercultural experiences and an extra opportunity for informal learning.
Thanks to Alba English school I've started to speak English - finally!
The door in this school is always open.
posted 9 years ago
Rosa Köhler Germany
studied General Englishtotally reccomend it :)
The atmosphere is so nice and everybody is very friendy, the students, teachers and especially the reception. I really love going there. My course is brilliant, it helps me so much. I totally reccomend the school!
posted 9 years ago
Alejandro Vilchez Zavala Spain
studied General EnglishGood balance quality-price
Good school with facilities to combine with work.
I value a lot that the school emphasize to put people in a class with people with similar level and don't mix levels.
posted 9 years ago