The school was founded in 1929 and they have been teaching for over 80 years. The school is on Queen street and a only a 10 minute walk to the shops and major attractions of the city. The school is large, with 26 classrooms spread over 5 floors plus a large common area to socialise and enjoy your time at the school.
“ I was very happy with the family. They were very kind and helpful all the time. I felt very comfortable there. ”
Larissa, Spain
| Founded in | School Size | Internet | Location |
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| 1929 | Large | Yes | Scotland |
| Type | Description | Price Range |
| Afternoon & Evening | Visit to Museum of Scotland and walking tour of Giles Cathedral. Whisky tasting workshop. Climb the Scott Monument . | Free - 5 GBP |
| Weekend | Weekend Trip to Loch Ness, Crammond Island and trip to Skye island. | Free - 80 GBP |

| I was very happy with the family. They were very kind and helpful all the time. I felt very comfortable there. Larissa, Spain | |
| The landlady was a wonderful woman. The area is original and authentic. Well connected to the centre by bus. Just perfect. Iñaki, Brazil | |
| "Basil Paterson is a great school to learn and improve your English. There is a wide variety of student nationalities and everybody speaks in English. Edinburgh is a great city for sights, shops, going out, and relaxing!" Barbara, Netherlands |
| British Council, English UK. |

| 26 classrooms spread over 5 floors. Student common room with Wi-fi. Study centre with wide range of resources. Newly built Science laboratory. Bright and spacious Art room. Largest examination room in Scotland. |

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| Schedule | 09.00 - 12.30 & 13.30 - 15.45 Monday - Friday | |
| Course Start | Beginners: May/21; May/28; Jun/04; Jun/11; Jun/18; Jun/25; Jul/02; Jul/09; Jul/16; Jul/23; Jul/30; Aug/06; Aug/13; Aug/20; Aug/27; Sep/03; Sep/10; Sep/17; Sep/24; Oct/01; Oct/08; Oct/15; Oct/22; Oct/29; Nov/05; Nov/12; Nov/19; Nov/26; Dec/03; Dec/10; Dec/17; Dec/24; Dec/31; Jan/07; Jan/14; Jan/21; Jan/28; Feb/04; Feb/11; Feb/18; Feb/25; Mar/04; Mar/11; Mar/18; Mar/25; Apr/01; Apr/08; Apr/15; Apr/22; Apr/29; May/06; May/13 Other levels: Any Monday |
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| Minimum Level | Elementary 1 (A1) | |
| Lessons per Week | 25 | |
| Course Duration | 2-48 weeks | |
| Age Group | 17+ | |
| Students per Class | Maximum 10 students per class | |
| Homestay accommodation is ideal for students to practice their English with friendly and welcoming hosts. The school guarantee that no two students with the same mother tongue will stay in the same home. All families are carefully selected and located close to a major bus route within the Edinburgh city boundaries. | |||
| Rooms | Single room | Bath | Private Bathroom |
| Meal Options | Half board | Availability | All year |
| Location/ Travel time |
15 minutes to the school and city centre. by bus | Kitchen | No |
| Notes | Age: 17+ Cleaning: Yes, Host will change the bed and clean. Laundry: Yes, once a week. Towels: Provided. Internet: Wi-fi available on request. |
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