Glasgow - English Language School at City of Glasgow College

Course Description: Glasgow - English Language School at City of Glasgow College

📍 Location

This residential English programme is hosted in the heart of Glasgow at the City of Glasgow College. Set along the River Clyde and close to major transport links, the campus provides a modern, safe, and vibrant environment for international students.

Key location highlights:

• Central Glasgow location with excellent transport connections

• Walking distance to museums, shops, cafés, and cultural attractions

• Modern teaching facilities, student lounges, and social spaces

• Free Wi-Fi and activity areas across campus

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📘 Lesson Plan

Students take part in interactive English language lessons designed specifically for young learners, focusing on confidence, communication, and real-world language use.

Lesson focus includes:

• Speaking and listening for everyday communication

• Reading and writing skills

• Grammar in context

• Cultural awareness and teamwork

Course structure:

• Pre-arrival placement test to determine level

• Small, engagement-focused classes

• Lessons delivered by experienced English teachers

• Certificate of completion awarded at the end of the programme

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🏡 Accommodation

Students stay in modern student residences located close to the main college campuses.

Accommodation features:

• Single ensuite rooms (private bathroom)

• Twin ensuite options available

• Secure buildings with controlled entry systems

• Free Wi-Fi throughout residences

Safety & welfare:

• 24-hour security and CCTV

• Dedicated residential support staff on site

• First-aid trained welfare staff available

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🍽️ Meals

• Full-board meal plan included

• Three meals provided daily: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• Packed lunches provided on full-day excursion days

Meals are served in communal dining areas and supervised by staff.

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🎯 Activities

A varied activity programme helps students build confidence, make friends, and practice English in a relaxed environment.

Typical activities include:

• Sports sessions

• Creative workshops

• Group games and challenges

• Quizzes and talent performances

• Evening social events

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🗺️ Excursions

Excursions are an integral part of the programme and reinforce classroom learning.

Included excursions:

• 1 full-day excursion per week to Scottish highlights and nearby cities

• 4 half-day visits to Glasgow attractions, including museums, parks, and cultural sites

Private coach transport is provided for all organised excursions.

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✈️ Transportation / Transfer Fees

• Optional individual airport transfers are available

• Transfer cost: £243 GBP (one way from the furthest airport)

• Meet-and-greet service provided on arrival

• Support available for departure

• Transfer fees are provided separately based on arrival details

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✅ What Is Included

• 14 nights of residential accommodation

• Full-board meal plan

• Daily English language lessons

• Full-day and half-day excursions

• Afternoon and evening activity programme

• Private coach transport for excursions

• Course completion certificate

• 24/7 supervision and student support

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💷 Extras (Paid Separately)

• Airport transfers

• Personal spending

• Optional personal activities

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💰 Supplemental Fees

• Any damages or lost items, charged as required

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📜 Certificates or Awards

Students receive an End-of-Course Certificate, recognising participation and progress in English language study.

🌟Programme Options

Our programme is delivered in three levels; Classic, Platinum & Gold. A sample programme for each level can be found below.

Classic: Our classic programme features everything detailed above. (Least expensive)

Gold: Our Gold programme adds to this by including an additional excursion to Culzean Castle & Ayrshire. (Middle pricepoint)

Platinum: Our Platinum adds two additional excursions to Dynaic Earth and Glasgow Science Museum (including all excurions from the classic and gold programme). (Most Expensive)