All staff is qualified to British Council requirements. The school is a test center for Trinity College London and also an official preparation center for Cambridge ESOL exams. The school is in the center of Edinburgh and has a computer suite, a study library, overhead projectors in classrooms, a kitchen, a garden, and a common room
13 year round classes with free Wi-Fi connectivity
Student common room
Student computer room with reference library and study facilities
Student garden with BBQ and seating area
Dedicated teacher training suite
Free high-speed Wi-Fi access
24 hour emergency phone facility
Tea and coffee facilities
City centre location
Many excellent cafes/sandwich shops all within a short walking distance from the school
Dedicated academic and social programme team to help with studies and extracurricular activities
Learn English & live in your private teacher's home around Edinburgh with Home Language International!
Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including English lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in UK. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI.
You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one English lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Edinburgh. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in English.
All of our teachers in UK have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Edinburgh, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful.
Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.
Learn English & live in your private teacher's home around Scottish Borders with Home Language International!
Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including English lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in UK. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI.
You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one English lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Scottish Borders. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in English.
All of our teachers in UK have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Scottish Borders, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful.
Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.
Basil Paterson has a long tradition of academic excellence and with over fifty years of experience in English language teaching we remain dedicated to empowering each student in their future English communication.
Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic New Town, Basil Paterson provides a unique academic environment, where you study alongside native speakers studying for UK examinations or taking the Cambridge CELTA course.
Experienced and qualified teaching staff work hard to ensure that you receive a high level of academic support, encouraging your progression.
The focus is on learning both inside and outside the classroom and classwork is complemented by our varied social and cultural programme.
As the largest open exam centre in Scotland for IELTS and Cambridge English, we are best placed to guide you through your exam preparation courses. Studying at Basil Paterson means you have classes and take your exam in the same building. We also offer a guaranteed place on the next available exam.
Our Academic Approach
Our aim at Basil Paterson College is to provide a learning environment which helps all students to reach their full potential. Whether your objective is to improve your English skills for work, university or life in an English-speaking country, you will find that studying with us provides the focus and drive that you need. Tailored support from qualified teachers and individual coaching sessions helps our learners to achieve their aims.
What can learners achieve with a course at Basil Paterson College?
Improved confidence when communicating in English for work, study and travel
Ownership over the language learning process and development of independent study skills
The knowledge, skills and strategies needed for success in English language exams
Greater intercultural competence through working in multinational classes
Increased motivation through intensive courses which challenge and inspire learners
Learning outcomes of our programmes
No matter which course you choose to study and what goals you have it is our belief that all students achieve certain outcomes throughout their period of study with us.
Students are able to express themselves clearly and with more variety in both social and academic and business situations
They increase their fluency and accuracy in English
They have more confidence in reading and listening and will be better equipped to participate in discussions and communication
As well as spoken production being improved we will also see a better use of non-verbal skills such as body language and appropriate gestures to enhance verbal communication.
Pre-course test
We ask every student to complete a placement test before arrival and a short speaking assessment on the first day. This gives us essential information about your English language level and which class would be most suitable for you. Progress depends on motivation, self-study habits, learning strategies and language immersion. We expect students to work hard and focus on their goals.
Homework
Our courses are designed to be intensive and learners should expect homework every day and over the weekend.
Certification
At the end of your course, you are given a certificate showing your course dates, attendance and assessment of your level of spoken production, spoken interaction, reading, listening and writing skills. The levels are based on your teachers’ evaluation of your level with reference to the Common European Framework for Languages.
IH InTuition Languages is a market leader in language home tuition - where students live and study one-to-one in complete immersion at their teacher's home. Courses are personalized to each student's individual requests and academic requirements - from General English to Exam Preparation and Business and Professional courses, our programmes are entirely customized to each student's needs. Accelerated progress is guaranteed in a one-to-one environment and complete immersion, even outside formal classes.
With a network of more than 600 teachers across the UK, Ireland, Malta, the USA, Canada, Australia, France, Spain, Germany and Italy, we are able to offer the broadest range of language learning experiences and adventures.
Established in 1990, IH InTuition Languages is a proud member of the International House World Organisation, one of the world’s premier language teaching organizations. We are British Council accredited for the teaching of home tuition courses in the UK - the first organization to be granted this accreditation.
