Randolph School of English
63 Fredrick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1LH, United Kingdom
+44(0)131 2265004 • www.randolph.org.uk
Courses at Randolph School of English
| Course name | Type | Level | Max size | Lessons | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English for Today | General English General English classes aim to improve students’ all round ability in English and learn language skills for life in an English-speaking country. These classes are designed to provide a balance of practice in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Lessons will also cover grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. A full-time course will usually require 15 to 25 hours lesson time per week. Some schools run general English programmes which lead to an exam and recognised qualification which the student will sit at the end of their course or when the school deems he or she to be at the necessary language level. On these courses students learn exam techniques and tips for success and achieving high grades. For more information see recognised qualifications. |
Pre Intermediate - Advanced | 10 | 20 x 45mins | More info |
| Evening Classes | General English General English classes aim to improve students’ all round ability in English and learn language skills for life in an English-speaking country. These classes are designed to provide a balance of practice in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Lessons will also cover grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. A full-time course will usually require 15 to 25 hours lesson time per week. Some schools run general English programmes which lead to an exam and recognised qualification which the student will sit at the end of their course or when the school deems he or she to be at the necessary language level. On these courses students learn exam techniques and tips for success and achieving high grades. For more information see recognised qualifications. |
Elementary - Advanced | 15 | 4 x 1hr | More info |
| Business English Today | Business / Professional English Learn English suitable for business or your chosen profession. Pick up language for meetings, presentations and other work-related environments. Specialise in courses for professionals, use authentic materials, and commit themselves to the standards expected by executives. Courses are usually intensive. Classes concentrate on improving your English for use in the workplace. This course is ideal for people already working or those studying Business or planning to work in a job that will require a good command of English. You will work on developing specific knowledge of English for a variety of Business topics and situations. In your Business English class, you will study:
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Pre Intermediate - Advanced | 6 | 28 x 45mins | More info |
| One to One 5 | One-to-One Private tuition; one teacher, one student. One-to-One courses are ideal for people who want to achieve maximum progress in a short time, especially for complete beginners or professionals. Often these are tailored to the students' individual language and time requirements. This allows for a truly personalised programme, for as many days or weeks as you choose. One-to-one teaching can be combined with other courses so you can achieve your language aims and benefit from being part of a group. |
Beginner - Advanced | 1 | 5 x 45mins | More info |
| One to One 15 | One-to-One Private tuition; one teacher, one student. One-to-One courses are ideal for people who want to achieve maximum progress in a short time, especially for complete beginners or professionals. Often these are tailored to the students' individual language and time requirements. This allows for a truly personalised programme, for as many days or weeks as you choose. One-to-one teaching can be combined with other courses so you can achieve your language aims and benefit from being part of a group. |
Beginner - Advanced | 1 | 15 x 45mins | More info |
About Randolph School of English
As many language schools merge and get larger, students can feel they are not given the personal attention they have paid for and deserve. Randolph School of English Edinburgh is a small and select Scottish summer college with no more than 58 students and an average of 40. We believe that responding to the needs of students from the beginning to the end of a course is the key to a happy and contented customer.
Valerie Reynolds - DirectorValerie Reynolds, the school's Scottish director, has over twenty years experience as an English teacher and school manager in the UK and other parts of the world. In addition, Ms Reynolds has fifteen years teacher training experience. She, therefore, fully appreciates the challenges of language learning and the importance of quality teaching. The director meets students every day to discuss problems and answer questions. The school has fully-qualified and enthusiastic teachers who are happy to socialise and take an interest in their students' welfare.
We can guarantee a warm Scottish welcome!
Students issued with certificate upon successful completion of course.
School closed for 2 weeks at Christmas and New Year.
Accommodation options
You can reserve accommodation once you have selected your course.
| Type | Basis | Room | Bathroom | Price per week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homestay Homestay means you live with a family - in your own room or sharing with another student.
Staying with a host family may be a better option than residential if you want to practise the language with native English speakers and engage more with British culture. Sometimes, lasting friendships are made during homestays.
All families are carefully selected and pre-registered with the school.
A homestay student lives, eats, and shares the majoritiy of their time outside school hours with the hosts and their family. Family events such as dining out, amusement parks, camping, travel, etc. usually involve the host student who may or may not be expected to pay a portion for the participation (tickets, parking, gas, travel expenses, etc.). The student is invited to participate in Holiday festivities and family events (weddings, birthdays, etc.).
The student must abide by the host family's house rules such as; chores to perform, curfews, use of internet, telephone, guest visits, smoking and drinking.
All accommodation are quoted weekly from Sunday to Saturday.
Students must arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday. |
Half Board Accommodation arrangement in which a hotel, homestay family etc provides bed and breakfast and an evening meal, but no meal at lunchtime. Standard of meals can vary. |
Single Room | No | £130.00 |
| Homestay Homestay means you live with a family - in your own room or sharing with another student.
Staying with a host family may be a better option than residential if you want to practise the language with native English speakers and engage more with British culture. Sometimes, lasting friendships are made during homestays.
All families are carefully selected and pre-registered with the school.
A homestay student lives, eats, and shares the majoritiy of their time outside school hours with the hosts and their family. Family events such as dining out, amusement parks, camping, travel, etc. usually involve the host student who may or may not be expected to pay a portion for the participation (tickets, parking, gas, travel expenses, etc.). The student is invited to participate in Holiday festivities and family events (weddings, birthdays, etc.).
The student must abide by the host family's house rules such as; chores to perform, curfews, use of internet, telephone, guest visits, smoking and drinking.
All accommodation are quoted weekly from Sunday to Saturday.
Students must arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday. |
Half Board Accommodation arrangement in which a hotel, homestay family etc provides bed and breakfast and an evening meal, but no meal at lunchtime. Standard of meals can vary. |
Single Room | Yes | £190.00 |
| Homestay Homestay means you live with a family - in your own room or sharing with another student.
Staying with a host family may be a better option than residential if you want to practise the language with native English speakers and engage more with British culture. Sometimes, lasting friendships are made during homestays.
All families are carefully selected and pre-registered with the school.
A homestay student lives, eats, and shares the majoritiy of their time outside school hours with the hosts and their family. Family events such as dining out, amusement parks, camping, travel, etc. usually involve the host student who may or may not be expected to pay a portion for the participation (tickets, parking, gas, travel expenses, etc.). The student is invited to participate in Holiday festivities and family events (weddings, birthdays, etc.).
The student must abide by the host family's house rules such as; chores to perform, curfews, use of internet, telephone, guest visits, smoking and drinking.
All accommodation are quoted weekly from Sunday to Saturday.
Students must arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday. |
Bed and Breakfast Accommodation includes either a furnished private or shared room with bathroom facilities plus breakfast 'meal'. This meal can vary from full cooked breakfast (frsh juice, tea, coffee, egg, sausage, bacon, etc.) to basic breakfast of cereals and toast. Students should check in each case to find out what type of breakfast is available. |
Single Room | Yes | £105.00 |
| Homestay Homestay means you live with a family - in your own room or sharing with another student.
Staying with a host family may be a better option than residential if you want to practise the language with native English speakers and engage more with British culture. Sometimes, lasting friendships are made during homestays.
All families are carefully selected and pre-registered with the school.
A homestay student lives, eats, and shares the majoritiy of their time outside school hours with the hosts and their family. Family events such as dining out, amusement parks, camping, travel, etc. usually involve the host student who may or may not be expected to pay a portion for the participation (tickets, parking, gas, travel expenses, etc.). The student is invited to participate in Holiday festivities and family events (weddings, birthdays, etc.).
The student must abide by the host family's house rules such as; chores to perform, curfews, use of internet, telephone, guest visits, smoking and drinking.
All accommodation are quoted weekly from Sunday to Saturday.
Students must arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday. |
Self Catering Self Catering means that you are being provided with accommodation that has facilities to allow you to cook and cater (i.e. laundry and other domestic facilities) for yourselves. You are not provided with a meal / laundry service by the establishment owners or property owners during your stay- but they have given you all you need to cater yourselves. |
Single Room | Yes | £95.00 |
| On Campus Residence Live on the school / college's campus (or private/university run residential campus) within private or shared dormitories or rooms. Normally under 24 hour supervision from team of on-site residential staff. In this type of accommodation the student will spend the majority of his/her time on campus with other students. The campus usually has a variety of facilities for the student's use in their free time.
Many international students in the UK live in this type of accommodation. They rent in halls of residence, student houses or flats, usually with their own room but sharing a kitchen and bathroom. If you prefer more privacy, sometimes it's possible to request a room with an en-suite bathroom.
There are many benefits of residential accommodation: independence, being close to campus and school life, and the ease of making friends with other international students.
Most daily contact is with other non-native speakers of English though. So, although this works for some people, it may not suit you if you are travelling to the UK to immerse yourself in the English language and British culture.
All accommodation are quoted weekly from Sunday to Sunday.
Students must arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday. |
Self Catering Self Catering means that you are being provided with accommodation that has facilities to allow you to cook and cater (i.e. laundry and other domestic facilities) for yourselves. You are not provided with a meal / laundry service by the establishment owners or property owners during your stay- but they have given you all you need to cater yourselves. |
Single Room | No | £129.50 |
Airport transfers
You can reserve a transfer once you have selected your course.
| From | One way | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | £50.00 |
School location
Facilities
- Internet Access
- Social Programme
- Recreation Room
- Student Card
