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How much does a language course in Edinburgh cost in 2027?

Prices 2027 · official school rates, recorded on 14 November 2026Build my quote

In briefA 2-week stay in Edinburgh costs from 1,318.00 GBP (≈ 1,582 EUR) depending on the school: standard course, homestay in a single room (half board when the school offers it) and compulsory fees included, outside peak season, excluding flights and transfers.

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Schools in Edinburgh compared: 2027 prices for 2 weeks

One row per school in Edinburgh, with the standard course, the intensive course, homestay (single room, half board), residence and the “from” price for 2 weeks (standard course, homestay in a single room with half board, fees). Each row links to the school's detailed price page.

Prices for 2 weeks, outside high season, before any promotions, in the school's currency. The course and accommodation columns give the price of that item alone; the last column adds up the standard course, the reference accommodation (homestay, single room, half board) and fees. Dash: option not available or length not offered.
SchoolStandard courseIntensive courseHomestay, single room, half boardResidenceFrom, 2 weeksDetails
Positively Languagesfrom GBP 680from GBP 840from GBP 580from GBP 720from GBP 1,440Positively Languages prices
CESfrom GBP 580from GBP 820from GBP 588from GBP 840from GBP 1,318CES prices

Comparison calculated by the quote engine, checked on 14 November 2026.

Prices for a stay in Edinburgh: 2, 4, 8 and 12 weeks

The cost of a language course in Edinburgh varies from one school to another. This comparison prices the same standard stay at each English language school in Edinburgh for 2027: the standard course, homestay in a single room, and the compulsory fees. Across the four durations the course never changes: only the length of stay varies, so that the rows can be compared.

Gross prices, before any promotions, excluding flights and transfers. The average price per week is the total divided by the number of weeks.
DurationSchoolCourseCourse + feesAccommodationTotalAverage price per weekQuote
2 weeksPositively Languagesfrom680.00 GBPfrom820.00 GBPfrom620.00 GBPfrom1,440.00 GBP≈ 1,728 EURfrom720.00 GBPBuild my quote
2 weeksCESfrom580.00 GBPfrom655.00 GBPfrom663.00 GBPfrom1,318.00 GBP≈ 1,582 EURfrom659.00 GBPBuild my quote
4 weeksPositively Languagesfrom1,360.00 GBPfrom1,500.00 GBPfrom1,200.00 GBPfrom2,700.00 GBP≈ 3,241 EURfrom675.00 GBPBuild my quote
4 weeksCESfrom1,160.00 GBPfrom1,235.00 GBPfrom1,251.00 GBPfrom2,486.00 GBP≈ 2,984 EURfrom621.50 GBPBuild my quote
8 weeksPositively Languagesfrom2,640.00 GBPfrom2,780.00 GBPfrom2,360.00 GBPfrom5,140.00 GBP≈ 6,170 EURfrom642.50 GBPBuild my quote
8 weeksCESfrom2,240.00 GBPfrom2,315.00 GBPfrom2,427.00 GBPfrom4,742.00 GBP≈ 5,692 EURfrom592.75 GBPBuild my quote
12 weeksPositively Languagesfrom3,480.00 GBPfrom3,620.00 GBPfrom3,520.00 GBPfrom7,140.00 GBP≈ 8,570 EURfrom595.00 GBPBuild my quote
12 weeksCESfrom3,300.00 GBPfrom3,375.00 GBPfrom3,603.00 GBPfrom6,978.00 GBP≈ 8,376 EURfrom581.50 GBPBuild my quote

Current promotion — CES: −58.00 GBP (2 weeks), −116.00 GBP (4 weeks), −224.00 GBP (8 weeks), −330.00 GBP (12 weeks) off the total stay, for a booking made before 31 December 2027 — amounts recorded on 14 November 2026. The table above stays at the base rate.

  • Positively Languages — course: General English - Édimbourg; accommodation: homestay, single room, half board; standard start date 4 January 2027 (outside peak season).
  • CES — course: Standard General English (20 leçons) - Edinburgh; accommodation: homestay, single room, half board; standard start date 4 January 2027 (outside peak season).

Official Positively Languages 2027 rates — last checked: 14 November 2026

Official CES 2027 rates — last checked: 14 November 2026

Included in these prices

  • the courses of the school's standard programme
  • the school's compulsory fees (registration, teaching materials, depending on the school)
  • homestay accommodation, placement fee included
  • the meals included in the chosen accommodation formula

Not included

  • the flight
  • insurance
  • the transfer from the airport
  • the visa or travel authorisation, if your nationality requires it

What total budget should you plan for 2 weeks in Edinburgh?

The budget below only adds up what the school's official rates price: the stay, the return airport transfer and the insurance. The flight is not included: flight: to be added. No other expense is estimated on your behalf.

2-week stay, same conditions as the table above.
SchoolStayReturn transferInsuranceTotal excluding flight
Positively Languagesfrom1,440.00 GBPfrom280.00 GBPfrom170.00 GBPfrom1,890.00 GBP≈ 2,269 EURflight: to be added
CESfrom1,318.00 GBPfrom170.00 GBPfrom170.00 GBPfrom1,658.00 GBP≈ 1,990 EURflight: to be added

What makes the price of a stay in Edinburgh vary

Course intensity

The more intensive the course, the higher the weekly rate. Starting rate for each course, then rates by length of stay:

Positively Languages

  • General English - Édimbourg (chosen above), 20 lessons per week: from340.00 GBP per week
  • Semi-Intensive English - Édimbourg, 27 lessons per week: from360.00 GBP per week
  • Intensive English - Édimbourg, 35 lessons per week: from420.00 GBP per week

The rate drops with the length of stay (chosen course):

  • 1 to 4 weeks: from340.00 GBP per week
  • 5 to 11 weeks: from330.00 GBP per week
  • 12 to 19 weeks: from290.00 GBP per week
  • 20 weeks or more: from250.00 GBP per week

CES

  • Standard General English (20 leçons) - Edinburgh (chosen above), 20 lessons per week: from290.00 GBP per week
  • Intensive General English (30 leçons) - Edinburgh, 30 lessons per week: from410.00 GBP per week
  • Combination Course (20 leçons en groupe + 5 h particulières) - Edinburgh, 20 lessons per week: from645.00 GBP per week
  • Young Adult Programme (20 leçons) - Edinburgh, 20 lessons per week: from290.00 GBP per week
  • Young Adult Programme (30 leçons) - Edinburgh, 30 lessons per week: from410.00 GBP per week

The rate drops with the length of stay (chosen course):

  • 1 to 4 weeks: from290.00 GBP per week
  • 5 to 11 weeks: from280.00 GBP per week
  • 12 to 23 weeks: from275.00 GBP per week
  • 24 to 35 weeks: from270.00 GBP per week
  • 36 weeks or more: from260.00 GBP per week

Accommodation

The choice of accommodation matters as much as the choice of course. Starting rate for each option:

Positively Languages

  • Homestay Édimbourg (chosen above) — single room, half board, shared bathroom: from290.00 GBP per week; Accommodation Placement Fee: 40.00 GBP (one-off)
  • Homestay Édimbourg — single room, half board, private bathroom: from320.00 GBP per week; Accommodation Placement Fee: 40.00 GBP (one-off)
  • Homestay Édimbourg — single room, no meals, shared bathroom: from200.00 GBP per week; Accommodation Placement Fee: 40.00 GBP (one-off)
  • Homestay Édimbourg — single room, no meals, private bathroom: from250.00 GBP per week; Accommodation Placement Fee: 40.00 GBP (one-off)
  • Homestay Édimbourg — double room, half board, shared bathroom: from240.00 GBP per week; Accommodation Placement Fee: 40.00 GBP (one-off)
  • Résidence Arran House Édimbourg — single room, no meals, private bathroom: from370.00 GBP per week; Accommodation Placement Fee: 40.00 GBP (one-off)

2 other options: see the online quote.

CES

  • Homestay Edinburgh (chosen above) — single room, half board, shared bathroom: from294.00 GBP per week; Accommodation placement fee: 75.00 GBP (one-off)
  • IQ Student Accommodation Edinburgh — single room, no meals, private bathroom: from420.00 GBP per week; Accommodation placement fee: 75.00 GBP (one-off)

Peak season

Positively Languages

From 31 May to 27 August 2027

Course: + 30.00 GBP per week

From 29 May to 28 August 2027

Accommodation: + 30.00 GBP per week

Example at Positively Languages: the 2-week stay, from 1,440.00 GBP for a departure on 4 January 2027, costs from 1,560.00 GBP for a departure on 1 June 2027, under the same conditions.

CES

From 1 July to 31 August 2027

Accommodation: + 35.00 GBP per week

From 18 December to 2 January 2028

Accommodation: + 77.00 GBP per week

Example at CES: the 2-week stay, from 1,318.00 GBP for a departure on 4 January 2027, costs from 1,388.00 GBP for a departure on 5 July 2027, under the same conditions.

Edinburgh 2027 in figures

  • Standard coursefrom275.00 GBP per week
  • Homestayfrom200.00 GBP per week
  • 2-week stayfrom1,318.00 GBP≈ 1,582 EUR
  • 4-week stayfrom2,486.00 GBP≈ 2,984 EUR
  • 8-week stayfrom4,742.00 GBP≈ 5,692 EUR

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How are these prices calculated?

These prices are calculated by Synergee, Move & Study's pricing engine, from the official price lists published by each school.

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Each school is described in the same format (course, accommodation, registration fees, supplements) so that prices can be compared from one school to another and from one city to another. When a school changes its rates, we import them and the page is regenerated. Last check of this page's rates: 14 November 2026. For an exact price based on your dates, your level and your accommodation, ask Sophie for a quote.

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Frequently asked questions about the price of a language course in Edinburgh

How much does a language course in Edinburgh cost in 2027?

A 2-week stay in Edinburgh costs from 1,318.00 GBP (≈ 1,582 EUR) depending on the school: standard course, homestay in a single room (half board when the school offers it) and compulsory fees included, outside peak season, excluding flights and transfers.

Is the flight included in the price of a language course in Edinburgh?

The flight is not included in the prices on this page. It is booked separately, and its price depends on the date, the airline and when you book. Depending on where you fly from and on your destination, the connection is direct or with a stopover. Add it to the budget shown.

Do I need a visa for a language course in Edinburgh?

It depends on your nationality, the destination and the length of your stay. The visa, or the travel authorisation that the destination requires, is never included in the prices shown and any fees add to the budget. Check the rule currently in force with the country's official authorities before booking; feel free to ask our team for advice.

Are the prices on this page guaranteed?

The prices on this page are the schools' official rates, recorded on 14 November 2026. They are re-read each time the rates are updated: the price that counts is the one in your quote, calculated on the school's rates at the time of your request. The booking, payment and cancellation conditions are set out in our terms and conditions.

How can I pay less for a language course in Edinburgh?
  • Travel outside peak season. At Positively Languages, the 2-week stay costs from 1,440.00 GBP for a departure on 4 January 2027 and from 1,560.00 GBP for a departure on 1 June 2027.
  • Stay longer. At Positively Languages, the course costs from 340.00 GBP per week, then from 330.00 GBP per week from 5 weeks.
  • Compare accommodation. The accommodation in the table is a standard formula; the “Accommodation” card above details the other formulas at each school and their starting rate.
  • Look at current offers. Current promotions are gathered on the cheap language courses page; they are not included in the prices on this page.

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Gross prices, expressed in the school's currency, before any promotions. Source: the schools' official rates, recorded on 14 November 2026; the page is updated automatically each time the rates are updated. Amounts in euros are indicative, calculated at the exchange rate on the date of recording, and may vary.

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