Kaplan International Languages 
Edinburgh, Scotland
26 St Andrew Square - EH2 1AF Edinburgh - see on mapWhat we like about the school
- Optional access to K+ : online platform
- University Placement Service.
- Great location just steps away from the famous shopping thoroughfare of Princes Street.
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation4.7
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
- Accredited student visa sponsor: Beneficial for course durations > 6 months.
What we dislike about the school
- May not have classes for complete beginners.
Special Offers
- Offer!General English
- Offer!Semi-Intensive English
- Offer!Intensive English
- Offer!Business Supplementary
- Offer!IELTS Supplementary
- Offer!Academic Semester
- Offer!Academic Year
- Offer!Intensive Academic Semester
- Offer!Intensive Academic Year
- Offer!Edinburgh Festival Course
- Offer!Intensive IELTS Preparation
Location: Kaplan International Languages, Edinburgh, is located in Edinburgh New Town. It is close to Queen Street Gardens, Moray Place Gardens and Dean Gardens. The school is just off Queen's Street, which is a prominent street in the city. There are cafes, shops and restaurants lining the streets around the school.
Getting around: Edinburgh Waverley is under 20 minutes from the school. From here, it is possible to visit other Scottish cities such as Glasgow and Aberdeen. There is an intricate tram system that runs through Edinburgh. The closest stop to the school is just over 13 minutes from the school. Many bus stops run through the New Town of the city.
Popular attractions: The school is centrally located within the capital city, making the main city attraction walkable. To the south is Edinburgh Castle, the Scottish National Gallery and the Royal Mile, all within a 20-minute radius circumference of the school. Arthur’s seat stands on Crow Hill, overlooking the city. It takes around 50 minutes to walk to the top, or there are various bus routes, which still involve some walking.
Course structure: There are general English programmes, exam preparation courses for Cambridge and IELTS exams, a business supplementary class, and semester and year long academic packages.
Edinburgh Festival Course: The Edinburgh Festival is an annual highlight for the city. Kaplan International Languages has designed a specific course that runs for two weeks around the festival. There are weekly English classes, and some after class activities that combine learning English and discovering more about the city’s famous festival.
School facilities: The modern classrooms all have interactive whiteboards. The building also has a cafeteria, a student lounge, study centre and free wifi throughout.
School chain: Kaplan Inc. is part of Graham Holdings, formerly of the Washington Post Company. A multinational group, Kaplan currently has schools in 9 countries throughout the world and has assisted over a million students in reaching their personal, professional and language goals.
With over 80 years of experience in the field, Kaplan schools are run to the highest of standards and have regularly been recognised with awards from within the Education Sector.
Kaplan is confident in their teaching methods, as is ensured with their "Kaplan Guaranteed Progress".
Kaplan International Languages is accredited by multiple international accreditors, including ACCET, the British Council, English Australia, Languages Canada, English New Zealand and ACELS.
English Courses
General Language
General English
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
315£ / week
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| Our price (£) | 315 | 630 | 945 | 1260 | 1550 | 1860 | 2480 | 3100 | 3300 | 5225 | 4700 |
| Price in US$ | 394 | 788 | 1182 | 1576 | 1938 | 2326 | 3101 | 3876 | 4126 | 6533 | 5876 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Upgrade/Add-on:
- Guaranteed morning classes (max 12 weeks): GBP 20 per week.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "General English" at Kaplan International Languages
Isabelle
"Classes take place in the morning or afternoon (depending on the group)."
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive English
In high demand!
28 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
400£ / week
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| Our price (£) | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | 1950 | 2340 | 3120 | 3900 | 4200 | 6650 | 6000 |
| Price in US$ | 501 | 1001 | 1501 | 2001 | 2438 | 2926 | 3901 | 4876 | 5251 | 8314 | 7502 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The Intensive course includes 20 regular lessons plus 8 specific skills lessons in school with a teacher, plus access to 1.5 hours per week of Clubs, plus unlimited access to K+ Learning Space quizzes and K+ Extra activities.
Upgrade/Add-on:
- Guaranteed morning classes (max 12 weeks): GBP 20 per week.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 19:30
Morning: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 19:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Intensive English" at Kaplan International Languages
Birgit
"Perfect teachers."
Additional information for all courses
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Semi-Intensive English
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
340£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 19 | 20 |
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| Our price (£) | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1360 | 1675 | 2010 | 2680 | 3350 | 3600 | 5700 | 5100 |
| Price in US$ | 426 | 851 | 1276 | 1701 | 2095 | 2513 | 3351 | 4189 | 4501 | 7127 | 6376 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Upgrade/Add-on:
- Guaranteed morning classes (max 12 weeks): GBP 20 per week.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Edinburgh Festival Course
35 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
from
400£ / week
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| Our price (£) | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 501 | 1001 | 1501 | 2001 |
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Starting dates
2025: 04 Aug 2025, 11 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The Edinburgh Festival course is designed to help international students make the most of the theatre, music, comedy and dance performances at Edinburgh's famous festival of the arts. This course includes 20 General English lessons + 8 festival classes + 7 lessons of supplementary Structured Study (K+ online material for self-directed study).
Course specific data
General course schedule
7 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Academic Semester
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
255£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5100 | 6120 |
| Price in US$ | 6376 | 7652 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Immerse yourself in a new country and culture and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with an academic semester course. Each week you will receive 20 lessons in reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study. This course includes 20 or 24 weeks of tuition and 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 21-23 weeks or 25-27 weeks.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 13:45
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 13:45
Possible course durations
20, 24 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Intensive Academic Semester
28 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
300£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6000 | 7200 |
| Price in US$ | 7502 | 9002 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 13:45
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 13:45
Possible course durations
20, 24 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Academic Year
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
255£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8160 |
| Price in US$ | 10202 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Immerse yourself in a new country and culture and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with this academic year-long course. Each week you will receive 20 lessons in reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self‑directed study. This course includes 32 weeks of tuition and 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 34-35 weeks.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
32 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Intensive Academic Year
28 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
300£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 9600 |
| Price in US$ | 12002 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The Intensive course includes 20 regular lessons plus 8 specific skills lessons in school with a teacher, plus access to 1.5 hours per week of Clubs, plus unlimited access to K+ Learning Space quizzes and K+ Extra activities.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
32 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business
Business Supplementary
28 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
400£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our price (£) | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | 1950 | 2340 | 2730 | 3120 | 3900 | 4200 | 6000 |
| Price in US$ | 501 | 1001 | 1501 | 2001 | 2438 | 2926 | 3413 | 3901 | 4876 | 5251 | 7502 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course prepares you to use the English language in a professional setting. 20 general English lessons plus 8 business English lessons per week covering a range of subjects to increase your knowledge of business English terminology and working practices.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Supplementary
28 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
400£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 19 | 20 |
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| Our price (£) | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | 1950 | 2340 | 3120 | 3900 | 4200 | 6650 | 6000 |
| Price in US$ | 501 | 1001 | 1501 | 2001 | 2438 | 2926 | 3901 | 4876 | 5251 | 8314 | 7502 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
IELTS is the most popular English language qualification and this course prepares you for higher education and university work. This course includes 20 general English lessons and 8 IELTS preparation lessons per week to prepare you for the IELTS exam.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 14:15
Afternoon: 12:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:15
Afternoon: 12:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Intensive IELTS Preparation
28 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
from
400£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 19 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our price (£) | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | 1950 | 2340 | 3120 | 3900 | 4200 | 6650 | 6000 |
| Price in US$ | 501 | 1001 | 1501 | 2001 | 2438 | 2926 | 3901 | 4876 | 5251 | 8314 | 7502 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Flash promo residence!: , accommodation required - 20% off the residence price for Arran House . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 31, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Dec 31, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This IELTS preparation course will help you develop verbal skills and test-taking strategies for all sections of the IELTS exam. It consists of 20 exam preparation lessons and 8 specific skill lessons.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
High season dates 16 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 13:45
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 13:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Kaplan International Languages include
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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Student opinions about Kaplan International Languages, Edinburgh
4.1
Overall school rating of
Kaplan International Languages, Edinburgh
Kaplan International Languages, Edinburgh
7 authentic ratings from students who reserved 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 (1 rating)
Students 50+ years (4 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Gabriele Carmelo
30 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“My experience at this school was short (only two weeks) but particularly eventful and exciting due to the fact that I met other international students with whom I felt comfortable. I think it is a matter of 'coincidences', but the school is definitely a prerequisite for this combination.”
“I would suggest creating more opportunities to meet motivated by the School.”
Details of the review
Course: Semi-Intensive English [Inglese] - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. May. 2023 by Gabriele Carmelo Rosato
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Isabelle
53 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Weekly lessons (a new topic each week). Varied exercises (written and oral comprehension, grammar, lots of interaction with other students, sometimes production of written work).”
“The classroom was a bit small, and oral exchanges (in groups of 2 or more) were sometimes difficult because of the noise in the room.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Classes take place in the morning or afternoon (depending on the group).
Course: General English [Anglais] - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Oct. 2023 by Isabelle Raymond
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Birgit
59 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“My two teachers Tom and Maite were great. Nice school team.”
“Accommodation.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfect teachers.
Course: Intensive English - 10 weeks
Review date: 22. Apr. 2025 by Birgit Westermann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anna-maria
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Organisation of school; classes; staff; area of school”
“Overcrowded breakrooms”
Details of the review
Course: Semi-Intensive Course [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2022 by Anna-Maria Laßmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of Kaplan International Languages compared to ratings of all schools in Scotland
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Kaplan International Languages
Accreditations and Quality seals
Education ScotlandEnglish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Kaplan International Languages and you book here.
Kaplan International Languages operated previously under the name
Kaplan International English, Aspect ILA
Year of school foundation
2000
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Library
Daily press
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 17
- Number of public PC workstations: 10
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 22% |
| Italy | 22% |
| Germany | 21% |
| Spain | 19% |
| Switzerland | 16% |
| Japan | 1% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 6% |
| 18-24 years | 50% |
| 25-34 years | 25% |
| 35-50 years | 14% |
| >50 years | 5% |
The average age outside summer is 1 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 350
Throughout the year: 150
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by Kaplan International Languages
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses
Optional add-ons:
- Intensive Upgrade (6 hours/8 lessons extra per week): GBP 95.
- Super Intensive Upgrade (9 hours/12 lessons extra per week): GBP 140.
- Access to K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 12 months after departure: GBP 100.
- Access to K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 3 months after departure: GBP 50.
- Virtual Internship: GBP 910.
Extras: - Medical & Travel insurance: GBP 10 per week.
- Change fee: GBP 70 (if changes are made after arrival).
- Booking with Confidence Plus: GBP 60.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 110 £. 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, 18 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 30 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 30 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
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
Edinburgh Airport:
130 £ one way
260 £ return (both ways)
260 £ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Edinburgh and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Edinburgh page. For flight comparisons to Edinburgh, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- International Food Night Party and Pub Night
- Walking Tour and Museum of Scotland
- Yoga
- Walking Tour and Museum of Scotland
- Yoga
Adults - Paid activities
- Rugby approx. GBP 50 depending on game
- Highland Tour approx. GBP 50
- Ghost Host Tour approx. GBP 21
- Cinema approx. GBP 9
- Highland Tour approx. GBP 50
- Ghost Host Tour approx. GBP 21
- Cinema approx. GBP 9
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 1 km |
| Baseball | | 1 km |
| Basketball | | 1 km |
| Cooking | | 1 km |
| Cricket | | 1 km |
| Dancing | | 1 km |
| Diving | | 3.5 km |
| Field Hockey | | 1 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
| Golf | | 7 km |
| Horse riding | | 14 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 7 km |
| Music | | 1 km |
| Rugby | | 2 km |
| Sailing | | 13 km |
| Skiing | | 8 km |
| Squash | | 1 km |
| Swimming | | 1 km |
| Table Tennis | | 1 km |
| Tennis | | 2 km |
| Volleyball | | 2 km |
| Windsurfing | | 8 km |
| Yoga | | 1 km |
Accommodation
Arran House ![Most Popular Accommodation]()
In high demand!
2 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
340 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1360 | 1700 | 2040 | 2380 | 2720 | 3400 | 4080 | 340 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 448 | 895 | 1343 | 1790 | 2238 | 2685 | 3133 | 3580 | 4475 | 5370 | 448 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Arran House is a modern and charming student accommodation located in Edinburgh, and is situated near Edinburgh, the famous Camera Obscura, and offers free internet access and a shared living room apartment.
Some of the rooms include a kitchen with a microwave, fridge and a toaster. There are also laundry facilities, so putting a machine on will be quick and easy.
Close to the residence there are various places of interest, such as the Murrayfield stadium, the Royal Mile, and the University of Edinburgh. If needed, you can also take advantage of Edinburgh airport, which is less than 10 km away.
You can expect a vibrant social atmosphere on-site, as the student residents are constantly organising or hosting social events of different types.
Check-in
Saturday 14:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, 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
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Student comments about Arran House
Gabriele Carmelo
"Everything perfect"
Homestay
2 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
200 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 527 | 790 | 1053 | 1316 | 1580 | 1843 | 2106 | 2632 | 3159 | 264 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
Price extra night
50 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 £
Homestay
2 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
230 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 460 | 690 | 920 | 1150 | 1380 | 1610 | 1840 | 2300 | 2760 | 230 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 606 | 909 | 1211 | 1514 | 1817 | 2119 | 2422 | 3027 | 3633 | 303 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
Price extra night
57.5 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 £
Student comments about Homestay
Anna-Maria
"Wonderful couple, all was perfect!"
Homestay
2 ratings
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
185 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 370 | 555 | 740 | 925 | 1110 | 1295 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 185 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 487 | 731 | 974 | 1218 | 1461 | 1705 | 1948 | 2435 | 2922 | 244 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
Price extra night
46.25 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50£
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 £
Homestay - Under 18
1 rating
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
220 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 580 | 869 | 1159 | 1448 | 1738 | 2027 | 2317 | 2896 | 3475 | 290 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
Price extra night
55 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, 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
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 £
Homestay - Under 18
1 rating
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
250 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 658 | 987 | 1316 | 1645 | 1974 | 2303 | 2632 | 3290 | 3948 | 329 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
Price extra night
62.5 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50£
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, 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
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 £
Fountainbridge Residence
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
365 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 730 | 1095 | 1460 | 1825 | 2190 | 2555 | 2920 | 3650 | 4380 | 365 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 961 | 1441 | 1922 | 2402 | 2882 | 3363 | 3843 | 4804 | 5764 | 481 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Laundry services: GBP 3.60 wash, GBP 1.90 dry.
Check-in
Saturday 14:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
17 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, 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
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Haymarket Residence
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
400 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 2800 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 | 400 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 527 | 1053 | 1580 | 2106 | 2632 | 3159 | 3685 | 4212 | 5264 | 6317 | 527 | 47 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday 13:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
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 35£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
18 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2025 - 23 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Questions and answers about Kaplan International Languages
- Are there courses that I can enroll in for 12 weeks?“Yes, you can enroll in the General courses for 12 weeks.”Carlos Eduardo, LanguageCourse.net - Aug 21, 2023
FAQ about Kaplan International Languages, Edinburgh
- I am looking for a school in Edinburgh in which the residence is not too far from the school. Any recommendations?“Our partner school Kaplan International Languages offers in this city a residence option 17 minutes away from the school by public transport (2025). ”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2025
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Kaplan?The accommodation Arran House is the most popular among all our clients of Kaplan
- Is airport pickup offered by Kaplan International?Yes. The school offers pickup from Edinburgh Airport (130 £)
- Which countries are students of Kaplan International Languages from?The highest Nationality percentage at Kaplan International Languages comes from Brazil with a 22% representation, followed by students from Italy (22%) and Germany (21%).
- Kaplan International Languages offers courses for which ages?Kaplan International Languages offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
Terms of Kaplan International Languages
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Aspect Education Limited | Tax registration ID: GB152088224
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA 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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
40 £
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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Students working with Kaplan Edinburgh study 15 hours per week on improving their communicative skills for everyday and work-related situations using the school’s own methods and materials. Some of the skills you will be working on include: listening, fluency development, pronunciation, reading, grammar, writing, and vocabulary development.
The class sizes are small, and are usually attended by a diverse mix of nationalities. In this context, you’ll find it easy to communicate with your teacher as well as your peers, meaning that you quickly create an affinity with your group and achieve greater results as a consequence.