English Language School at Newbattle Abbey College – Mini-Stays

Edinburgh

St. Andrew’s College is excited to offer immersive, year-round programmes at our stunning A-Listed building, Newbattle Abbey College campus, nestled in the heart of the Scottish countryside. The campus offers the perfect blend of a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere while being located just 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre.

 

 

 


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Course DatesSeptember 2025 - June 2026
Age11 - 18 years
7 - Night Price£815 (based on 30 pax)
6 - Night Price£750 (based on 30 pax)
5 - Night Price£695 (based on 30 pax)
Course Duration5, 6, 7, 10 & 14-night programmes available
Start DateAny Sunday
Full-day ExcursionsUpon request
Half-day Excursions5 per week
Evening Activities£35 per activity leader per evening
Airport TransfersSee Pricelist
Facilities
Set in beautiful parkland in a historic setting
Compact campus with accommodation on-site
A mixture of single, twin, triple and quadruple en-suite rooms
‘A-listed’ building for a unique experience
Wifi
Laundry services on-site
Local amenities in nearby town
30 minute bus to city centre
Damage Deposit of £70 / €80 required
The Campus

The Campus

Originally a medieval Cistercian monastery, Newbattle Abbey College has a 900-year old history of welcoming royalty and hosting guests. This ‘A’- listed building, on the outskirts of Edinburgh, is located on the river Esk and is surrounded by 125 acres of beautiful parkland. Ancient rooms are coupled with first-class learning facilities, allowing students to enjoy a unique learning experience.

Location

The Location

Edinburgh is a city renowned for its beauty and history. It is the home of many scientific, artistic and cultural influences and has been described as “the most beautiful of all Europe’s capitals”.

The College is located on the river Esk and is surrounded by 125 acres of beautiful parkland. It is a mere 30-minute drive from Edinburgh city centre; giving students the best of both worlds when it comes to location.

 

Accommodation

The Accommodation

Accommodation is conveniently located right beside the main building, with expansive green areas for students to relax and enjoy.

The students will live in the on-site accommodation blocks with a mixture of bedroom types available: single ensuite, twins, triples and a quadruple. There are rooms with shared facilities too. There is a common room in accommodation and there is access to student Wi-Fi.

 

"I would warmly and gladly recommend this experience St. Andrew’s (Language school and College) to all those students who are dreaming of a study holiday to be spent in a wonderful place like Edinburgh with friendly and kind people (not only Scottish…) like ‘our’ staff. See you soon."
Emanuele Russo, Student (Italy)
"I was eager to take part in this experience again. It's so nice to have te campus all together because it helps community life to grow - you have large spaces where you can share your experience. I really like the academic part, the school is really well done."
Lucia, Group Leader (Italy)
Live the Language, Love the Language! At St. Andrew’s College Language Schools, we celebrate diversity in every form. We welcome students from all cultures and backgrounds, supported by passionate, multicultural staff who bring their own unique perspectives to our community. Together, we create a safe, inspiring, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Through dynamic English language teaching and immersive cultural programmes, we foster meaningful connections and empower students and staff to develop skills for life. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability, continually evolving to make a positive impact in every aspect of our work With us, learning goes beyond the classroom - every moment is an opportunity to grow, explore, and truly ‘Live the Language.’
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