Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and it's a beautiful city known for its blend of medieval and classical architecture. It's considered one of Europe's premier destinations to visit. The campus is only a short distance from the city centre, making it a great base from which to explore this amazing city.
Merchiston Castle School, one of Scotland’s most prestigious schools, is located in the Colinton area of Edinburgh. Located at the base of the Pentland Hills, our school offers state-of-the-art facilities for various sports, as well as high-quality accommodation and catering. Studying English here provides you with the opportunity to 'Live the Language' in Scotland's capital city and experience an authentic British education at a premium boarding school.
Accommodation
The student accommodation is conveniently located on campus. It's a great opportunity to meet new people and make friends.
The on-site accommodation blocks consist mostly of twin rooms, but some single ensuites are also available. The accommodation is furnished to a high standard and includes shared common areas. Student Wi-Fi is accessible. Additionally, there are standard accommodation blocks on-site, where students share dormitories and bathroom facilities.
At St. Andrew's College, we take the safety of our students very seriously. We have implemented CCTV and secure access entry systems, and our staff are available 24/7 to ensure that our students are always safe and secure.
Additionally, all excursions will be by private coaches to ensure that our students are always safe and comfortable.
Morning and afternoon activities
Our activities and sports are carefully planned to cater for all ages, abilities and interests.
Examples of daily activities include
- Soccer,
- Rugby and American Football
- Rounders
- Cultural walks
- Jewellery-making and nail art workshops
- Drama workshops
Evening Activities
In the evenings you will have the opportunity to
take part in fun activities and socialise with
other students on campus. During these activities, you will meet friends from different cultures, relax and, of course, practise your English, practise your English.
Eating
Where and when?
Breakfast: 07.40 - 08.45am
Continental breakfast, fresh
tea and coffee
Lunch: 12.40 - 13.45
Soup, salad bar, main course, vegetables, fruit, dessert,
Water, tea and coffee.
Dinner 17.40 - 18.45
Salad bar, main course, vegetables, fruit, dessert, water, tea and coffee.
- Classrooms are light, airy and conducive to learning
- A modern dining room offering high-quality Scottish and European food
- En-suite or shared facilities accommodation of an excellent standard
- Beautiful and modern buildings
- Excellent recreation areas
- Safe and secure environment
- 24-hour CCTV surveillance
- Within easy reach Edinburgh City Centre
- Sports Hall
Programmes
Your English lessons are for young people aged
aged between 11 and 18.
There are 5 levels of English: CEFR A1+ - C1+
First lesson = level test. In the first lesson, you will take a level test. This will tell us which class is best for you.
The English lessons
- You will have 15 hours of tuition.
- You will have a short break between lessons
- There will be up to 15 students in your class
- Classrooms are modern with WIFI, projectors or
Smart Boards
Final lesson = Certificates
Before you go home, you will receive a personalised certificate.
On the certificate will be
- Your name
- Your campus
- Dates of your studies
- CEFR level of your classes and your commitment to
learning
FULL DAY EXCURSIONS: Glasgow, Stirling & Loch Katrine
HALF DAY EXCURSIONS: 3 per week
STANDARD PAID ENTRIES INCLUDED: Edinburgh Castle and Loch Katrine Cruise
14 Night Programme
6 x half-day excursions
2 x full-day excursions
3 x half-day activity days
1 x language-based activities day
Sample programme
Утро. Lessons
День. EDINBURGH
National Museum of Scotland
Greyfriars Kirkyard
Вечер. Lip Sync Batle
Утро. Lessons
День. Badminton Rounders / ConversaƟon Club
Вечер. Quiz
Утро. Lessons
День. EDINBURGH
Arthur's Seat
University of Edinburgh
Walking Tour
Вечер. Murder Mystery
Утро. Lessons
День. Zumba
Football
Conversation Club
Вечер. Music Bingo
Утро. Lessons
День. EDINBURGH
Edinburgh Castle
Вечер. Ceilidh
Утро. STIRLING & LOCH
KATRINE
Loch Katrine Cruise
Stirling Town
День. STIRLING & LOCH
KATRINE
Loch Katrine Cruise
Stirling Town
Вечер. Trashion Show
Утро. OPTIONAL DAY
День. OPTIONAL DAY
Вечер. OPTIONAL DAY
Утро. EDINBURGH
Calton Hill
Princes Street
День. Lessons
Вечер. Karaoke
Утро. Volleyball
Hockey
Debate Workshop
День. Lessons
Вечер. Quiz
Утро. EDINBURGH
Royal Botanical Gardens
Dean Village
День. Lessons
Вечер. Murder Mystery
Утро. Aerobics
Touch Rugby
Drama Games
День. Lessons
Вечер. Bingo
Утро. EDINBURGH
Royal Mile Walking Tour
Scottish Parliament
День. Lessons
Вечер. Disco
Утро. GLASGOW
Kelvingrove Museum & Art
Gallery
Riverside Museum
City Centre
День. GLASGOW
Kelvingrove Museum & Art
Gallery
Riverside Museum
City Centre
Вечер. Zumba
Утро. DEPARTURE DAY
День. DEPARTURE DAY
Your English lessons are for young people aged
aged between 11 and 18.
There are 5 levels of English: CEFR A1+ - C1+
First lesson = level test. In the first lesson, you will take a level test. This will tell us which class is best for you.
The English lessons
- You will have 15 hours of tuition.
- You will have a short break between lessons
- There will be up to 15 students in your class
- Classrooms are modern with WIFI, projectors or
Smart Boards
Final lesson = Certificates
Before you go home, you will receive a personalised certificate.
On the certificate will be
- Your name
- Your campus
- Dates of your studies
- CEFR level of your classes and your commitment to
learning
Sample programme
Утро. Lessons
День. EDINBURGH
National Museum of Scotland
Greyfriars Kirkyard
Вечер. Lip Sync Batle
Утро. Lessons
День. Badminton Rounders / ConversaƟon Club
Вечер. Quiz
Утро. Lessons
День. EDINBURGH
Arthur's Seat
University of Edinburgh
Walking Tour
Вечер. Murder Mystery
Утро. Lessons
День. Zumba
Football
Conversation Club
Вечер. Music Bingo
Утро. Lessons
День. EDINBURGH
Edinburgh Castle
Вечер. Ceilidh
Утро. STIRLING & LOCH
KATRINE
Loch Katrine Cruise
Stirling Town
День. STIRLING & LOCH
KATRINE
Loch Katrine Cruise
Stirling Town
Вечер. Trashion Show
Утро. OPTIONAL DAY
День. OPTIONAL DAY
Вечер. OPTIONAL DAY
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В случае отмены как минимум за две недели вам будет возвращена оплаченная сумма за исключением:
- услуги Travel Class по бронированию 3 500 рублей;
- визовый сбор страны обучения, если он был уплачен;
- услуги Travel Class по оформлению визы 7 500 руб, если она была оформлена
- возврат авиабилета производится по правилам авиакомпании (если не запрошено иное, по умолчанию приобретаются билеты по самому выгодному обычно невозвратному тарифу).
При отмене менее чем за две недели до начала Программы дополнительно удерживается:
- первая неделя Программы в Школе;
- дополнительные услуги (медицинская страховка, встреча в аэропорту, доп экскурсии), если они были уже заказаны.
Типовой договор с Трэвэл Класс - https://www.travelclass.org/help-center/15/
No, el primer día se realizará una prueba de nivel para ubicar al estudiante en la clase más adecuada, tomando en cuenta sus habilidades y conocimientos previos.
1. Родители регистрируют ребенка на рейс. Авиакомпании обычно разрешают самостоятельный перелет с 12 лет. Можно заказать услугу сопровождения несовершеннолетнего (100-150 евро), чтобы в аэропорту ребенка сопровождал сотрудник аэропорта.
2. Если заказываете трансфер, в аэропорту прилета ребенка встречает представитель школы с табличкой с именем студента.
Yes, flight tickets from Spain and Italy are included.
Todos nuestros destinos, alojamientos y actividades están cuidadosamente seleccionados siguiendo protocolos estrictos de supervisión.
Durante toda la estancia, los estudiantes cuentan con la presencia constante de staff local y monitores, disponibles las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. Los chicos nunca están solos: están acompañados en clase, durante las comidas, en las actividades deportivas, las excursiones y también durante la noche en las residencias. Todo el personal está formado en primeros auxilios y tiene experiencia trabajando con adolescentes.
Las familias tienen total tranquilidad gracias a nuestro teléfono de emergencia 24/7.
Trabajamos únicamente con colegios y organizaciones con años de trayectoria comprobada. Tenemos procedimientos claros para cualquier tipo de emergencia médica o situación que pueda surgir.
Muchas familias nos eligen precisamente por la tranquilidad que les proporciona saber que sus hijos están seguros y bien cuidados en todo momento.
Durante toda la estancia tendrá los contactos principales:
- Nuestro número de emergencia 24/7
- El director del centro (se lo facilitamos antes de la salida)
- El monitor si viajan en grupo
Отзывы
"<p>We had a great time and came back with wonderful memories. The staff were professional yet friendly. So were the teachers. And the food and canteen staff were perfect. Thank you again for making it all possible. </p>"
Местоположение
Merchiston Castle School, Edinburgh, Colinton Road, Edinburgh, UK
