Autumn inspiration and the taste of Scotland at ECS

Blue skies, art, remembrance and real conversation — this week our students discovered Edinburgh through creativity, culture and a taste of Scotland.

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Halloween spirits outside in Edinburgh – seasonal fun after English class at ECS Scotland. 🎃

November in Edinburgh: learning, light and new routines

As Edinburgh glows with winter light, November offers time to reset your English goals. At ECS Scotland, small-group courses help you learn confidently and stay motivated. Explore this month’s highlights, language resources and creative activities — from Castle of Light to quiet study mornings.

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Edinburgh in November

Green Travel from Berlin to Edinburgh by Train: My Journey to ECS Scotland

Discover how one student travelled from Berlin to Edinburgh by train to study English at ECS Scotland. This first-hand story includes practical travel tips, public transport advice for London and Edinburgh, and reflections on why slower, greener journeys are worth the time.

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LNER train ready to depart for Edinburgh – green travel to ECS Scotland.

English courses in Edinburgh this October: Speak English, see the city, share a slice of something

From parliament visits to Portobello promenades and cinnamon buns, this week’s students enjoyed another rich week of real-life English at ECS Scotland. Here’s what we got up to...

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A city in another country added! We placed a new pin on our world map this week to celebrate one more international student joining the ECS Scotland community. 🌍✏️

A Victoria sponge and some pickleball: October at ECS Scotland

This week at ECS Scotland: real conversations, seasonal treats and a cosy autumn mood. From the Water of Leith to the Roman Baths, here’s what we’ve been up to.

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A slice of birthday magic — homemade Victoria sponge cake in the ECS coffee room. 🎂

Autumn walks and words of wisdom in Edinburgh

From warming pub lunches to golden autumn walks, this week’s English courses at ECS Scotland were full of conversation, connection and discovery. Come inside our small school in Edinburgh and see how learning happens in class, over tea and out in the city.

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Golden leaves, good conversation, real-life English. 🍁 Part of our Experience Edinburgh course.

Funded English Study in Scotland: A Practical Guide for French Professionals

Thinking about improving your English? If you work in France, you might be able to study in Scotland using CPF, Transition Pro or Erasmus+ funding. Here’s how.

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Where can you apply from? A quick look at French training regions for CPF and Transition Pro.

Coorie in this October: spooky stories, warm drinks and ways to practise English

From haunted tales to hot drinks, discover seasonal ways to learn English this October with books, podcasts, traditions and the perfect whisky mac.

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Why I Chose an Educational Leave English Course in Edinburgh

Thinking of using your Bildungsurlaub for something meaningful? In this personal story, a German student shares why she chose to study English in Edinburgh and how ECS Scotland made it a truly memorable experience.

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Painted picture of a man playing the bagpipes in Colinton Tunnel

Frequently asked questions about studying English in Edinburgh

Thinking about learning English in Scotland? Here are the answers to the questions our students ask most, from start dates, accommodation and course prices to Scottish weather and accents.

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