Cambridge Exam preparation in Edinburgh
The city – Edinburgh
Edinburgh is not a big city, it has about 450,000 inhabitants, it is famous for its cultural life and its capacity for innovation.
For this reason it offers a variety of attractions and is the ideal point to go out and explore other places in Scotland, notable for its exceptional beauty.
During the month of August various music and theater festivals are held, an incredible spectacle that you should not miss.
Getting to Edinburgh: The Edinburgh airport is the best choice, although there are also good connections with other airports such as Glasgow, just two hours by train.
For more information about the city: Edinburgh
The school
The Cambridge exam preparation school in Edinburgh is located in the heart of the city, just 10 minutes from the train station and 2 minutes walk from the bus station.
The school has modern facilities including 9 classrooms, study area, library, free Wi-Fi Internet access.
It is recognized by the British Council and is a member of the most prestigious quality control organizations of the schools, one of them the IALC.
Size: Medium
Nº of students per class: 10
Spanish students: 20%
Lesson duration: 60 min.
WI-FI: Yes
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Nº of students per class: 10
Spanish students: 20%
Lesson duration: 60 min.
WI-FI: Yes
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Accommodation
Host family: Students are accommodated in individual rooms. During the stay, breakfast and dinner are included from Monday to Sunday. Families are selected with the utmost care so that the student can feel comfortable and integrated during their stay.
It also has apartments in residences located throughout the city.
ZIGGURAT STUDENT LIVING – WELLGATE HOUSE: This residence offers modern accommodation in the old heart of Edinburgh. The rooms are single with bathroom and 3/4 bed. The shower area is common. The students share common areas with other students.
The apartments are available all year round, except in July and August.
MCDONALD ROAD RESIDENCE: This residence has single rooms and a private bathroom. Students share kitchen and common areas. Although the rooms have bathrooms, there is a common shower area.
This residence is available in summer from 03/07 to 31/08. They are located just 10 minutes from the city center and 20 minutes from the school.
The classes
Students attend First (FCE), Advanced (CAE) or Proficiency (CPE) preparation classes.
All teachers are fully qualified and have teaching experience with foreign students. In the classes all the skills for the exam are worked and simulations of exams are carried out.
| TIMETABLE | |
| Semi-intensive course (15 hours): | from 9:15 to 13:00 h |
SOCIAL PROGRAM:
The school of Cambridge exam preparation in Edinburgh offers an extensive program of social and cultural activities that varies weekly: guided tours, parties, sports activities and excursions.
These activities help to meet other students and to put the language into practice. Cultural social activities and excursions are not included in the price, they are optional and have an extra cost.
Link of interest: www.visitscotland.com
Accreditations:
COURSE PRICE:
| Host family
Single room Half board |
RESIDENCE ZIGURRAT
Single room with bathroom EXCEPT JULY AND AUGUST |
Residence in MCDONALD RD.
Single room with bathroom JULY AND AUGUST |
|
| 3 weeks
|
1.669€ | 1.825€ | 2.059€ |
| 4 weeks
|
2.070€ | 2.278€ | 2.590€ |
|
5 weeks |
2.521€ | 2.781€ | 3.171€ |
The price includes:
- Enrollment.
- Accommodation or residence.
- 15 weekly classes (60 minutes).
- Access to all the facilities and resources of the school.
- Accreditive diploma.
- Multiassistance insurance: health, accident and liability insurance.
- Flight ticket management.
The price does NOT include:
- Activities and excursions.
- Flight ticket.
- Cancellation insurance.
- Special menu for celiacs.
- Transfer to the accommodation upon arrival.
- Exam fees.