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Not Another Language School Blog
Don’t worry, this blog is not just English language school news.
Artist & educator, Ruth Pringle brings Scotland – and English learning – right to you in powerful, interesting ways.
So, why not make a cup of something lovely and pop over (virtually) to Scotland for a unique cultural immersion into our landscapes, culture, art, and ideas – the Blue Noun way!
English learners, you’ll also find free English lessons and practice questions.
There are some whole ELT class plans in there too!
Enjoy!
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A Day in Stirling: From Hill to Music, and What Happens in Between
This isn’t a tour.It’s a carefully held day in Scotland — one that brings together landscape, music, and conversation...
How a Drawing Day Can Improve Your English While Travelling
A look at what a drawing-based English session can feel like while travelling in Scotland, using place, conversation,...
How to Improve Your English While Travelling in Scotland
If you’re travelling in Scotland and wondering how to improve your English while you’re here, this one-hour session...
Experiencing Edinburgh on an English Language Holiday — Beyond the Landmarks
A Thoughtfully Planned — and Open — Way to Explore Our English language holiday visits to Edinburgh are never just...
Why Testing Can Block Real-World Performance
A weekend first aid course for hills offered an unexpected perspective on testing.It raised a simple question: what...
Beyond Visitor Attractions: A Different Kind of Cultural Immersion English Activity
This article shares a concrete example of a cultural immersion English holiday activity — but it’s probably not what...
Purposeful Travel in Scotland: Real Experiences, Real English
Yesterday, I joined Latitude, a global gathering of responsible tourism professionals. My takeaway was connection —...
Where a Shrimp is as Remarkable as a Shark
Why some of the quieter moments on an English holiday matter more than you thinkThere’s pressure on language holidays...
Will I Visit Edinburgh on My English Language Holiday in Scotland?
If you’re considering a Blue Noun English language holiday in Scotland, you might be wondering: will I visit...
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