TLI English SchoolEdinburgh, Scotland
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What we like about the school
- central location, in beautiful Georgian building
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: The Language Institute (TLI) English School Edinburgh is located in the historic and popular capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh. Students can look forward to a thoroughly engaging experience that combines learning with culture. The school is housed in the Nautical House in Leith, a buzzing and popular port district to the north of Edinburgh city centre. The area is ripe with engaging and youthful shops and coffee shops, and several attractions such as the Ocean Terminal shopping centre, the Kitchen fine dining restaurant, Leith Theatre and more. Edinburgh city centre's Waverley Station is around a 30-minute journey via public transport or a 15-minute taxi from the school.
Course structure: Edinburgh’s Language Institute offers extensive education in the English language tailored for the goals students aim to achieve. The institute’s programmes are geared toward learning the language for academic excellence as well as professional objectives. The Language Institute also offers Business English and Exam Preparation programmes (IELTS, FCE, CAE, CPE).
Accommodation: When it comes to lodging, students have readily available homestay options with local families with various meal plans available.
Social activities: Being Scotland’s capital Edinburgh has a lot to offer, from art festivals to having the most restaurants per head. Students have tons of things to do and see including free walking tours along picturesque places and Scottish dance events. The Language School also organizes paid events and trips that encourage socializing and improving understanding of the language while combining entertainment and fun.
English Courses
General Language
General English Course 30
30 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
In high demand!
Offer!from
270£257£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 27002565 | 32403078 | 240228 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 3276 | 3931 | 292 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 27002565 | 32403078 | 240228 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 3276 | 3931 | 292 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
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: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Student comments about "General English Course 30" at TLI English School
Yenit Carolina
"Excellent decision"
Kristina
"Daytime activities and excursions offered by the school - I was in the winter, did not offer us anything
The quality of teaching / academic success - I don’t know how to teach in other schools, so the score is lower. In general, there are no complaints about the quality of training. Attentive teachers, not boring, every day a new topic.
Tip: for a short period (up to 3 weeks) do not drive with a level below pree-Int, Pull up your level or take from 4 weeks. And it’s better to take intensive courses, it’s more profitable and more useful.
I warn you that the school does not have systematic grammar training, so if you are waiting for training, as in Russian schools, then do not wait)) But this is expected.
There were 2 Russian speakers in my class, besides me. Although many speak one hundred in Scotland, Russian schools do not often meet
The school staff is young and modern,
school 6 minutes walk from a stop in the city center
buy through this agency, there is no extra charge, but it’s more convenient and reliable to resolve issues"
Patricia Sofia
"I spent 3 months there and I have to say the whole course was a great experience. During the high season (summer) the organization failed a little bit, and classrooms were so small for so many people, but it lasted just a couple of weeks, the rest of the time was perfect. A very friendly atmosphere, great teachers, and great people heading the school. "
Carole
"Perfect!"
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.
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General English Course 20
20 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
180£171£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 180171 | 360342 | 540513 | 720684 | 900855 | 10801026 | 12601197 | 14401368 | 18001710 | 21602052 | 180171 |
| Price in US$ | 219 | 437 | 656 | 874 | 1092 | 1311 | 1529 | 1748 | 2184 | 2621 | 219 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 180171 | 360342 | 540513 | 720684 | 900855 | 10801026 | 12601197 | 14401368 | 18001710 | 21602052 | 180171 |
| Price in US$ | 219 | 437 | 656 | 874 | 1092 | 1311 | 1529 | 1748 | 2184 | 2621 | 219 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
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: 9:30 - 13:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Student comments about "General English Course 20" at TLI English School
Roberto
"Ok."
Giulia Antonina
"In that school wasted time"
Loredana
"We asked for mixed classes, but our students were all in one class.
One of our teachers asked for tuition, but got just one day out of five."
Federica
"It was my 4th English course in the UK. At last this is my best .
Way of teaching: competent, trustworthy and friendly; in only a week I improved my English a lot. They have private lessons and the teachers try to find the best way to help you specifically. I was there during eastern holidays and it's the best period if you prefer to meet adult people from all the world. The school is in an old building, very nice, they have a kitchen where you could have break and lunch and a small garden too."
Simon
"I had a very nice teacher who was always in a good mood."
Additional information for all courses
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General English Course 10
10 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
90£86£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 900855 | 10801026 | 9086 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 1092 | 1311 | 110 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 900855 | 10801026 | 9086 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 1092 | 1311 | 110 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 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:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Student comments about "General English Course 10" at TLI English School
Manami
"Thank you for the kind support. "
Additional information for all courses
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Business
Business English Course 20
20 lessons per week
|3 students (max)
Offer!from
500£475£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 500475 | 1000950 | 15001425 | 20001900 | 25002375 | 30002850 | 35003325 | 40003800 | 50004750 | 60005700 | 500475 |
| Price in US$ | 607 | 1214 | 1820 | 2427 | 3034 | 3640 | 4247 | 4853 | 6067 | 7280 | 607 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 500475 | 1000950 | 15001425 | 20001900 | 25002375 | 30002850 | 35003325 | 40003800 | 50004750 | 60005700 | 500475 |
| Price in US$ | 607 | 1214 | 1820 | 2427 | 3034 | 3640 | 4247 | 4853 | 6067 | 7280 | 607 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
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: 9:30 - 13:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 3 / Average: 2
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business English Course 30
30 lessons per week
|3 students (max)
Offer!from
750£713£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 750713 | 15001425 | 22502138 | 30002850 | 37503563 | 45004275 | 52504988 | 60005700 | 75007125 | 90008550 | 750713 |
| Price in US$ | 910 | 1820 | 2730 | 3640 | 4550 | 5460 | 6370 | 7280 | 9100 | 10919 | 910 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 750713 | 15001425 | 22502138 | 30002850 | 37503563 | 45004275 | 52504988 | 60005700 | 75007125 | 90008550 | 750713 |
| Price in US$ | 910 | 1820 | 2730 | 3640 | 4550 | 5460 | 6370 | 7280 | 9100 | 10919 | 910 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
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: 9:45 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:30
Morning: 9:45 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 3 / Average: 2
Student comments about "Business English Course 30" at TLI English School
Giovanni
"The General English lessons were not structured. Every lesson didn’t have an aim and sometimes it felt redundant. However, all teachers were good and caring. The English lessons were perfect!
"
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Preparation Course 10
10 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
90£86£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 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:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
FCE Preparation Course 30
30 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
270£257£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
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: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CAE Preparation Course 10
10 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
90£86£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 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:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CAE Preparation Course 30
30 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
270£257£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
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: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CPE Preparation Course 10
10 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
90£86£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 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:
Afternoon: 13:25 - 15:00
Afternoon: 13:25 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CPE Preparation Course 30
30 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
270£257£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
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: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Preparation Course 10
10 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
90£86£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 450428 | 540513 | 630599 | 720684 | 810770 | 900855 | 10801026 |
| Price in US$ | 110 | 219 | 328 | 437 | 546 | 656 | 765 | 874 | 983 | 1092 | 1311 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 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:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Preparation Course 30
30 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
270£257£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 983 | 1311 | 1638 | 1966 | 2293 | 2621 | 2949 | 3276 | 3931 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
General course schedule
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: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Average IELTS exam score of former students of this course
6
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for TLI English School include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- 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 at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
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Student opinions about TLI English School, Edinburgh
4.2
Overall school rating of
TLI English School, Edinburgh
TLI English School, Edinburgh
159 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.6
Facilities
3.7
Social activities
2.9
Organisation
4.1
Course
Quality of teaching
4.2
Value for money
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (19 ratings)
4.4
Students 18-30 years (58 ratings)
4.2
Students 31-49 years (57 ratings)
4.1
Students 50+ years (24 ratings)
4.1
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Bianca
44 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers and the other employees were super nice and taking the coures was a lot of fun. Since it was January, there was, unfortunately, no leisure program, but there was a good network among the students. The chairs with a foldable writing surface should be replaced; they are too small, grubby and the writing surfaces are no longer even. I missed a canteen, but the school size probably doesn't allow it. Overall, however, recommendable and if I manage, I'll be happy to become a repeat offender.”
Review details
Course: General English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Jan. 2019 by Bianca Kalliess
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Roberto
63 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Great for learning new words and phrases and practising your English in a friendly atmosphere, interesting conversations and a quiet place. It was enough for my purposes, which was total immersion in the language.”
“Lack of a systematic teaching programme and little grammar. The class I attended was not grouped by level of English and the flow of conversation was often interrupted by lower-level students who could not follow the lesson fluently. ”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Ok.
Other comments Very friendly.
Course: General English Course 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 17. Jun. 2024 by Roberto Palmieri
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Liliana
47 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers were really good ones. Both had the talent of teaching students with different levels and making us learn more than expected. They are dedicated people who love transmit their language.”
Review details
Other comments I think that there should have had more classrooms with different levels. in the same course, we were students with B1, B2 and C1.
Course: CAE Preparation Course - Full Time - 1 week
Review date: 13. Sep. 2017 by Liliana Domínguez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Mariia
27 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Informal and friendly atmosphere at school, good teachers, students from different countries. It was very easy to communicate and understand each other even though my English wasn't really good.”
Review details
Course: Intensive General English Course [Английский] - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. May. 2018 by Mariia Radiush
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Patricia Sofia
32 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The experience of learning English, enjoy a beautiful city and meet new people from different countries and speak English the more as you can”
Insider tip: “Try not going in the peak of the high season of summer. CAE, IELTS, FCE class are excellent to improve your english skills. ”
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Quality of teaching / language progress: I spent 3 months there and I have to say the whole course was a great experience. During the high season (summer) the organization failed a little bit, and classrooms were so small for so many people, but it lasted just a couple of weeks, the rest of the time was perfect. A very friendly atmosphere, great teachers, and great people heading the school.
Course: Intensive General English Course - 11 weeks
Review date: 10. Feb. 2020 by Patricia Sofia Muñoz Bravo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sabine
51 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The school is located very central. Straightforward division of students into different groups. The spoken language is trained a lot.”
Insider tip: “The view of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat”
Review details
Course: General English Course - 1 week
Review date: 26. Jul. 2018 by Sabine Scheck
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Shinichiro
48 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Classes provided by Teacher Mike are wonderful! I got a lot of vocabularies, idioms and interesting expressions from his classes.”
“I was quite upset when I was provided with incorrect information from school about the my homestay just before my departure.”
Review details
Course: General English Course 20 - 1 week
Review date: 23. Aug. 2022 by Shinichiro Oe
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Daniel
32 yearsOverall rating
2.0
“I think they have one really good teacher, who is VIX, but the rest that I had I felt that they didn't prepare their classes.”
Review details
Other comments The director listened to me when I had any problems but just that.
Course: Intensive General English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2018 by Daniel Giménez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Yenit Carolina
40 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“In general the staff is helpfully and friendly, the classes were fun everyday, for sure this is a place to come back”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Excellent decision
Other comments Without words, I felt at home
Course: General English Course 30 - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. May. 2023 by Yenit Carolina Robayo Suarez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Daria
21 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Understanding, helpful staff and
good, friendly teacher.
Opportunity to make friends from all over the world.”
Review details
Course: IELTS Preparartion Course - Full Time - 4 weeks
Review date: 1. Sep. 2017 by Daria Rudakova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Patrycja
34 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers were really energetic, enthusiastic, very friendly and willing to answer all the questions.”
Insider tip: “For the first classes, bring a notebook and pen with you.”
Review details
Course: Intensive General English Course - 1 week
Review date: 28. May. 2018 by Patrycja Nitoń
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sindi Carolina
35 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I like the methodology of the teachers in classes, it was full of information, the quality of classes.”
Review details
Course: General English Course 30 - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. May. 2023 by Sindi Carolina Feo Feo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sofia
17 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The quality of teaching, the preparation of teachers, the wi-fi and the kindness of the staff.”
Review details
Course: Intensive General English course - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Jul. 2012 by Sofia Redaelli
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Orazio
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I appreciated most the teacher ability to explain things and attract the attention of people.”
Review details
Course: General English Course 10 - 1 week
Review date: 3. Sep. 2024 by Orazio Mistretta
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Martin
43 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The personal care. Everyone at the school was trying to respond to the needs of the students.”
Insider tip: “The Fringe Festival is definately a highlight.”
Review details
Course: Intensive General English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2013 by Martin Kulmer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Stephanie
24 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The school is great to reach by bus and there are very nice teachers working at the school.”
Insider tip: “You should definitely climb the Arthurs Seat. Also a day trip to the Highlands is definitely recommended!”
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Other comments Unfortunately, our group was very large and partly with big differences in English skills. It's best to approach the teachers from the beginning and address it if something bothers you.
Course: Intensive General English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 10. Sep. 2018 by Stephanie Will
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Erik
15 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The cooperation with students from other nations and the gathering of new experiences.”
Insider tip: “The leisure activities.”
Review details
Course: General English course (20 Lektionen pro Woche) - 1 week
Review date: 28. Jul. 2018 by Erik Wodke
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Wing Sze
47 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It’s a very nice school. I love to studying here. I learned a lot and very useful.”
Review details
Course: General English - Full Time [English] - 4 weeks
Review date: 28. Mar. 2022 by Wing Sze Leung
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Alexandra
19 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“People from different countries, so you can learn a lot about other cultures.”
Insider tip: “Be open-minded and enjoy!”
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Other comments Fantastic teachers. Lessons are very funny and the school is close to the city center.
Course: General English course - 3 weeks
Review date: 28. Aug. 2012 by Alexandra Padín González
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Christina
21 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The best thing was my teacher with name Erin, she was perfect as teacher.”
Review details
Other comments It was really good experience but I think that the number of people (students) in the classroom and the communication between the teachers, are two things that needs more organisation.
Course: General English Course - 5 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2019 by Christina Georgiopoulou
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Claudia
35 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers are very good and they give an almost personalized attention.”
Review details
Course: General English Course [Inglés] - 4 weeks
Review date: 10. Apr. 2018 by Claudia Fagundez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Francisco José
30 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very competent teachers, good facilities and reduced number of students.”
Review details
Other comments A good place to learn English.
Course: Intensive General English Course - 5 weeks
Review date: 19. Dec. 2018 by Francisco José De Olid Martínez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elena
22 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers, cultural exchanges between students from different countries.”
Review details
Course: Intensive General English Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Elena Barnini
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ekaterina
20 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The quality of education, qualified teachers, attitude towards students”
Insider tip: “Take a long course”
Review details
Other comments Satisfied with the choice of school, it was a great time, we learned a lot
Course: Intensive General English Course - 1 week
Review date: 12. Feb. 2018 by Ekaterina Savchenko
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elena
40 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers are great, the atmosphere in the school is very pleasant.”
Review details
Course: General English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Oct. 2017 by Elena Beliankina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sergei
42 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Extremely friendly staff, homelike atmosphere, excellent location.”
Review details
Course: Business English Course 30 [English] - 1 week
Review date: 28. Jan. 2019 by Sergei Samosiuk
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aleksandra
45 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Friendly atmosphere, patient teachers, stress-free learning.”
Insider tip: “One week is not enough.”
Review details
Other comments Next time, I will book a minimum of 2 weeks.
Course: Intensive General English Course - 1 week
Review date: 28. May. 2018 by Aleksandra Kapuscinska-bernatek
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Jasper Leopold
21 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers, the location and the accommodation was great.”
Review details
Course: Intensive General English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Apr. 2013 by Jasper Leopold Sütterlin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aures
14 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Margot is a beautiful teacher, nice efficient and friendly”
Review details
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Javier
63 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The location, the treatment and the classes were pleasant”
Insider tip: “It is a very acceptable school, the number of students in the intermediate level and in May is fantastic, 4 students, and in the intensive 6-8 students - very good.”
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Course: Intensive General English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. May. 2018 by Javier Guijosa Fernandez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of TLI English School compared to ratings of all schools in Scotland
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TLI English School (TLI)
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)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at TLI English School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
1992
Legal name/parent company
TLI Ltd | Tax registration ID: 8254135326549A
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Kitchen for student use
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Garden
Lounge
Games room
Movie room
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie rental
Library
Computer lab
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 12
Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 140
Throughout the year: 60
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 22 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Spain | 35% |
| Italy | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | 5% |
| Germany | 2% |
| France | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Japan | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 32% |
Information for all courses offered by TLI English School
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 45 £. 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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 16 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 16 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 16 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 16 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
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:
70 £ one way
140 £ return (both ways)
140 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Edinburgh (EDI).
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.
Visa Documents
Nationals from Saudi Arabia 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 10. 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
Express shipment fee (via courier)
150 £
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.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Dancing | | 1 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
| Golf | | 5 km |
| Horse riding | | 5 km |
| Swimming | | 1 km |
| Tennis | | 2 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Walking tours
- Barbecues
- Scottish dance evenings.
- Barbecues
- Scottish dance evenings.
Adults - Paid activities
Half and full-day excursions to other parts of Scotland
1,2 or 3-day tours to Glencoe, Ben Nevis and the Trossachs.
1,2 or 3-day tours to Glencoe, Ben Nevis and the Trossachs.
Video about leisure activities at TLI English School Edinburgh
Accommodation
Homestay ![Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
93 ratings
from
185 £
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | 185 | 370 | 555 | 740 | 925 | 1110 | 1295 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 185 |
| Price in US$ | 237 | 473 | 709 | 946 | 1182 | 1418 | 1654 | 1891 | 2363 | 2836 | 237 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | 185 | 370 | 555 | 740 | 925 | 1110 | 1295 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 185 |
| Price in US$ | 237 | 473 | 709 | 946 | 1182 | 1418 | 1654 | 1891 | 2363 | 2836 | 237 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
1
Student comments about Homestay
Roberto
"The housemother was wonderful company, helpful, full of humour, and did everything she could to make my stay comfortable, clean and organised. Although she is not the best cook, when I asked her to cook my meals for me, she not only allowed me to use the kitchen freely but also did the shopping according to my favourite foods and tastes."
Giulia Antonina
"Sara is a wonderful host in everything. Very discreet and sociable. I put a down grade on the food because it was typical Scottish, I must say that at least three times she made us pasta. Then she met all our needs. With school she tried to help me, but it seems she unnerved the teachers more."
Shinichiro
"The homestay owner was very kind. She was so kind even when I arrived very late at night and left before dawn."
Loredana
"Too long distance from accomodation to school. "
Giovanni
"Ms. Shevlin was loving, warm and welcoming."
Stefanie
"No desk available. It looked like the couple were taking in students just for the money."
Questions and answers about TLI English School
- I'm looking for complete beginner English courses for a friend. It looks like your courses require some knowledge already.“The minimum required English level to book a course and study at TLI is A2. However, the student can combine group lessons with private lessons. Private lessons allow the student to focus on the missing links in their language acquisition or on a particular subject or vocabulary that they need.”Ana Carolina, LanguageCourse.net - Dec 01, 2021
- My husband (Italian, aged 62) would like to attend a General English course in Edinburgh for 1 week. Do you accept students of all ages?“Students of 16 years old and up can start their English programmes on any Monday, year-round. Teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages and adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students regardless of their age.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 12, 2023
- Can I prepare my own meals at the accommodation?“This school only offers homestay accommodation. The use of kitchen is not permitted as the meals are included. You can choose a full board or a half board option.”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023
- The website says that the homestay is located about 26 minutes in the half board accommodation and with the full board option it mentions about 50 minutes away from the school. What is the reason for that difference?“The approximate times given on our website are average times reported by former students.
This means that how far your accommodation will be from the school will depend on availability of families during your stay.
The address is given around 1 week before the start date, after all fees have been paid so only then you will know exactly how far from the school you will be accommodated.”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 17, 2023 - At what times does the IELTS preparation course take place, with 10 lessons per week?“This course runs from 13:30 to 15:00, Monday to Friday.”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - May 09, 2024
- Is the school accessible with a wheelchair?“Unfortunately we don’t have wheelchair access in the school.”Keith, School Registrar from TLI The Language Institute Edinburgh - Dec 18, 2024
FAQ about TLI English School, Edinburgh
- I'm looking for a course for a child of 16 and a child of 13. Can you help me?“I confirm both students can have the lessons. We can offer private lessons to the younger student and the student aged 16 can book group lessons.”Hamish, School Manager from TLI English School - Jul 26, 2021
- Is airport pickup offered by TLI English School?Yes. The school offers pickup from Edinburgh Airport (70 £)
- What is the number of students per class at TLI English School?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at TLI English School varies from 3 students (Business English Course 20) to 14 students (General English Course 30)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at TLI English School?100% of teachers at TLI English School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of TLI English School from?The highest Nationality percentage at TLI English School comes from Spain with a 35% representation, followed by students from Italy (20%) and Libya (5%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- TLI English School offers courses for which ages?TLI English School offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 22 for the rest of the year.
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