Glasgow School of English Glasgow, Scotland 
180 Hope Street - G2 2UE Glasgow - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Located only a two-minute walk from the major shopping and entertainment areas.
- Top rated social activities4.6
- Top rated school facilities4.6
- Accredited student visa sponsor: Beneficial for course durations > 6 months.
Location: Glasgow School of English is right in the heart of this Scottish city. There are a large number of bars, cafes, international restaurants, shops and theatres close to the school.
Travelling around: Due to its central location, the school is equal distance from the two major train stations in Glasgow; Charing Cross and Glasgow Queen. There are lots of bus routes that pass the school and make it easy to travel throughout the city. Glasgow has a subway system, and the closest station is Buchanan Street, a 5-minute walk from the school.
Local attractions: The school is in an excellent position to explore all that Glasgow has to offer. The majority of the attractions are walkable from the school including Glasgow Cathedral and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, both within a 30-minute walking radius of the school. The Riverside Museum is on the edge of the River Clyde, a 25-minute trip by public transportation.
Course structure: Glasgow School of English has a number of English courses, in a variety of intensities, including full time and part time courses. TOEIC, IELTS and TKT preparation courses are all available at the school, as well as CLIL courses for primary and secondary teaching programmes.
Business courses: The school has a general business English course that can help all students familiarise themselves with English used in the business sector. There is an English course for Health Professionals, and a separate course specifically for Overseas Nurses.
English Courses
General Language
General English 
15 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from195£186£ / week More
General English
15 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
195£186£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 195 186 | 390 371 | 585 556 | 780 741 | 1170 1112 | 1520 1444 | 1900 1805 | 2280 2166 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 4560 4332 |
| Price in US$ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1500 | 1949 | 2436 | 2923 | 3898 | 4872 | 5846 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
General English Intensive
In high demand!22.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from260£247£ / week More
General English Intensive
In high demand!
22.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
260£247£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 1040 988 | 1560 1482 | 2040 1938 | 2550 2423 | 3060 2907 | 4080 3876 | 5100 4845 | 6120 5814 |
| Price in US$ | 334 | 667 | 1000 | 1334 | 2000 | 2616 | 3269 | 3923 | 5231 | 6538 | 7846 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Student comments about "General English Intensive" at Glasgow School of English
Louis
"Perfect."
Bruna
"It was a wonderful experience, also because of the good relationship with the teachers and staff of the school"
Michaela
"Super"
Additional information for all courses
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Academic English7.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from95£91£ / week More
Academic English
7.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
95£91£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 95 91 | 190 181 | 285 271 | 380 361 | 475 452 | 570 542 | 630 599 | 720 684 | 810 770 | 900 855 | 1080 1026 |
| Price in US$ | 122 | 244 | 366 | 488 | 609 | 731 | 808 | 924 | 1039 | 1154 | 1385 |
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Academic English plus General English22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from260£247£ / week More
Academic English plus General English
22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
260£247£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 1040 988 | 1560 1482 | 2040 1938 | 2550 2423 | 3060 2907 | 4080 3876 | 5100 4845 | 6120 5814 |
| Price in US$ | 334 | 667 | 1000 | 1334 | 2000 | 2616 | 3269 | 3923 | 5231 | 6538 | 7846 |
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Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
General English Part-Time7.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from95£91£ / week More
General English Part-Time
7.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
95£91£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 95 91 | 190 181 | 285 271 | 380 361 | 570 542 | 720 684 | 900 855 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 |
| Price in US$ | 122 | 244 | 366 | 488 | 731 | 924 | 1154 | 1385 | 1847 | 2308 | 2770 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Private
One-to-one English LessonsThis course tends to sell out quickly!5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from200£190£ / week More
One-to-one English Lessons
This course tends to sell out quickly!
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
200£190£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1200 1140 | 1600 1520 | 2000 1900 | 2400 2280 | 3200 3040 | 4600 4370 | 6600 6270 |
| Price in US$ | 257 | 513 | 770 | 1026 | 1539 | 2052 | 2564 | 3077 | 4103 | 5897 | 8461 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business
Business English7.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from95£91£ / week More
Business English
7.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
95£91£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 95 91 | 190 181 | 285 271 | 380 361 | 570 542 | 720 684 | 900 855 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 |
| Price in US$ | 122 | 244 | 366 | 488 | 731 | 924 | 1154 | 1385 | 1847 | 2308 | 2770 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business English Plus General English22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from265£252£ / week More
Business English Plus General English
22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
265£252£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 265 252 | 530 504 | 795 756 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 4160 3952 | 5200 4940 | 6240 5928 |
| Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1359 | 2039 | 2667 | 3334 | 4000 | 5333 | 6667 | 8000 |
See availability
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
06 Jan 2025, 19 Dec 2025
06 Jan 2025, 19 Dec 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
TOEIC Exam Preparation
7.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from95£91£ / week More
TOEIC Exam Preparation
7.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
95£91£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 95 91 | 190 181 | 285 271 | 380 361 | 570 542 | 720 684 | 900 855 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 |
| Price in US$ | 122 | 244 | 366 | 488 | 731 | 924 | 1154 | 1385 | 1847 | 2308 | 2770 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
TOEIC Preparation Plus General English22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from265£252£ / week More
TOEIC Preparation Plus General English
22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
265£252£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 265 252 | 530 504 | 795 756 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 4160 3952 | 5200 4940 | 6240 5928 |
| Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1359 | 2039 | 2667 | 3334 | 4000 | 5333 | 6667 | 8000 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation 15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from200£190£ / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
200£190£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1200 1140 | 1560 1482 | 1950 1853 | 2340 2223 | 3120 2964 | 3900 3705 | 4680 4446 |
| Price in US$ | 257 | 513 | 770 | 1026 | 1539 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 4000 | 5000 | 6000 |
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Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation Intensive22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from265£252£ / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation Intensive
22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
265£252£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 265 252 | 530 504 | 795 756 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 4160 3952 | 5200 4940 | 6240 5928 |
| Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1359 | 2039 | 2667 | 3334 | 4000 | 5333 | 6667 | 8000 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:20 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation Plus Academic English22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from265£252£ / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation Plus Academic English
22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
265£252£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 265 252 | 530 504 | 795 756 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 4160 3952 | 5200 4940 | 6240 5928 |
| Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1359 | 2039 | 2667 | 3334 | 4000 | 5333 | 6667 | 8000 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation Plus Business English22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from265£252£ / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation Plus Business English
22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
265£252£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 265 252 | 530 504 | 795 756 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 4160 3952 | 5200 4940 | 6240 5928 |
| Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1359 | 2039 | 2667 | 3334 | 4000 | 5333 | 6667 | 8000 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation Plus General English22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from265£252£ / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation Plus General English
22.5 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
265£252£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 265 252 | 530 504 | 795 756 | 1060 1007 | 1590 1511 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 4160 3952 | 5200 4940 | 6240 5928 |
| Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1359 | 2039 | 2667 | 3334 | 4000 | 5333 | 6667 | 8000 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 20 Oct 2025, 17 Nov 2025Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Morning: 9:00 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Glasgow School of English include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Lessons 31/12
Lessons 12/12
Lessons 23/12
Excursion 14/12
Class of the week5/12
Classroom6/12
Excursion 37/12
Free conversation club8/12
Friendly football match9/12
Excursions 110/12
Excursion 211/12
Excursion 412/12
Student opinions about Glasgow School of English, Glasgow
4.7
Overall school rating of
Glasgow School of English, Glasgow
Glasgow School of English, Glasgow
7 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Accommodation
Homestay
Shared Flat (apartment)
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (1 rating)
Students 31-49 years (2 ratings)
Students 50+ years (3 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Agnieszka
41 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very motivated teachers. Good communication on site with the school. Library available, you can take books home. Very good technical equipment in the school.”
Details of the review
Course: General English Intensive [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Aug. 2023 by Agnieszka Charkowska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Bruna
68 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The familiar and relaxed school environment, the relationship with teachers and other students, the excursions.”
“Perhaps one could have insisted a little more on motivating students by making things a little less easy.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was a wonderful experience, also because of the good relationship with the teachers and staff of the school
Course: General English Intensive [English] - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Jun. 2024 by Bruna Giampiccolo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Michaela
50 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Lots of good lessons with homework! Accompanied excursions on Friday afternoons and a day trip on Saturday!”
“There is no sign at the entrance to the school”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Super
Course: General English Intensive - 1 week
Review date: 18. Mar. 2024 by Michaela Scheu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of Glasgow School of English compared to ratings of all schools in Scotland
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Glasgow School of English
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
92% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
48% male / 52% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Glasgow School of English and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1997
General school facilities
Drink vending machine
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with organizing transportation
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 9
- Number of public PC workstations: 8
Additional comment about facilities of school
The building has an elevator.
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Spain | 21% |
| Italy | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | 8% |
| Germany | 6% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| Turkey | 1% |
| China | 1% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 38% |
Average number of students
In summer: 150
Throughout the year: 80
Minimum age of students
16 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 26 years
Information for all courses offered by Glasgow School of English
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 35 £ per course level.
Comments about courses
Term start dates for beginners:
- 06 Jan (13 weeks)
- 07 April (12 weeks)
- 30 Jun (13 weeks)
- 29 Sep (12 weeks)
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 40 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 03 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 22 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 03 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 22 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
Glasgow Airport:
60 £ one way
120 £ return (both ways)
120 £ return (both ways)
Edinburgh Airport:
250 £ one way
500 £ return (both ways)
500 £ return (both ways)
Prestwick Airport:
175 £ one way
350 £ return (both ways)
350 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Glasgow International airport.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Local museum visits
- Visits to other towns and cities
- Sightseeing in general
- Game nights
- Bowling
- Laserquest
- Visits to other towns and cities
- Sightseeing in general
- Game nights
- Bowling
- Laserquest
Adults - Paid activities
Day trips - for example to Edinburgh, Perth, New Lanark, Milport. The school is open to suggestions.
The Friday afternoon and weekend social programme will usually incur travel and / or admission costs (GBP 10-30 per trip).
The Friday afternoon and weekend social programme will usually incur travel and / or admission costs (GBP 10-30 per trip).
Accommodation
Homestay
1 rating Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
from
225 £/ week Show more
Homestay
1 rating
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
225 £/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 225 |
| Price in US$ | 304 | 608 | 911 | 1215 | 1519 | 1822 | 2126 | 2429 | 3037 | 3644 | 304 | 304 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225£.
Price extra night
50 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 £
Student comments about Homestay
Agnieszka
"Great accommodation, great flatmate.
Homestay with Private Bathroom Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
from
250 £/ week Show more
Homestay with Private Bathroom
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
from
250 £/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 50 |
| Price in US$ | 338 | 675 | 1013 | 1350 | 1687 | 2025 | 2362 | 2699 | 3374 | 4049 | 338 | 68 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
50 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 £
Willowbank Residence
1 rating Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
350 £/ week Show more
Willowbank Residence
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
350 £/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 50 |
| Price in US$ | 473 | 945 | 1417 | 1890 | 2362 | 2834 | 3307 | 3779 | 4723 | 5668 | 473 | 68 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
75 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Questions and answers about Glasgow School of English
I would like to take a week's Bildungsurlaub Niedersachsen at the Glasgow School of English. Which course should I choose?
“The state requires 30 full hours of tuition however accepts cultural activities, supervised homework, online lessons, etc. So the course should be at least 22.5 hours and 7.5 hours of additional activities. We offer cultural trips twice a week, a whole-day trip on a Saturday and also a weekly conversation club on Wednesday.”
Ricky Kemp, School Manager from Glasgow School of English - Nov 17, 2023
FAQ about Glasgow School of English, Glasgow
Can you give me more information about the room at the Willowbank residence? Do I share the room with a flatmate? Do I have a kitchen and bathroom?
“In this residence, the students all have single rooms with private bathrooms. The kitchen and living room are shared with one or 2 other flatmates. ”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 25, 2024
Is it possible to take a course at Glasgow School of English as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Academic English, Business English Plus General English”
Is airport pickup offered by Glasgow School of English?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Glasgow Airport (60 £), Edinburgh Airport (250 £), Prestwick Airport (175 £)”
What is the number of students per class at Glasgow School of English?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Glasgow School of English varies from 1 (One-to-one English Lessons) to 16 students (Academic English plus General English)”
Which countries are students of Glasgow School of English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Glasgow School of English comes from Spain with a 21.1% representation, followed by students from Italy (19.3%) and Saudi Arabia (8.6%).”
Glasgow School of English offers courses for which ages?
“Glasgow School of English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of Glasgow School of English
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Global Connections (Scotland) Ltd | Tax registration ID: SC188088
Visa Documents
Nationals from Italy do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 16. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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