Stirling is a small city located in central Scotland. It is dominated by a fabulous castle – one of the most important buildings in Scottish history. The PLUS centre is very close to the Old Town which features a mixture of old and new housing, cobbled streets, narrow alleys and historic buildings. The modern town centre offers a lively shopping area, an art gallery and a great selection of restaurants, pubs and cafes. The area is also famous for the Wallace Monument, a stunning memorial to one of the Scottish heroes and once an inspiration to the famous Hollywood blockbuster ‘Braveheart’. Stirling is an ideal base to explore the many outdoor activities central Scotland has to offer. It is a compact city easy to explore on foot. It is well connected to the rest of the country by road and rail.
The PLUS centre is a university campus located only 2 miles away from the city centre. It is set within the extensive grounds of the historic Airthrey Estate and is often described as the most beautiful campus in the world. It includes an 18th century castle, the Hermitage woods, a loch, gold course and a 50-meter swimming pool. The campus is very picturesque, attracts a variety of wildlife and offers a wide range of walks. The campus includes excellent outdoor and indoor facilities, all within walking distance. It has multiple tennis courts, a fitness centre, running track and a dance studio. It is only 45 minutes away from Edinburgh and close to international airports.
Campus Highlights/ Facilities
Arrival dates | Weeks | Programmes | Overnight |
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30-06-2025 | 2/3 weeks | PREMIUM ; CLASSIC | |
14-07-2025 | 2 weeks | PREMIUM ; CLASSIC |
*If your group needs to arrive on a different date, please discuss this with our team to find a suitable alternative. Please note that arrivals and departures on long-distance excursion dates will result in missing the excursion, which cannot be rescheduled. Three-week programmes start on the days specified above only.
This centre is suitable for learners aged 12 to 17.
Residential option
On-campus accommodation is in single rooms in six and seven bedroom flats with shared bathrooms. Each flat shares two bathrooms and a kitchen/dining/living room.
Bed capacity: 130
General English
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You can book additional lessons at an extra charge, please contact our team to find out more. Additional lessons are subject to availability and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The closing date for requests is 31 May 2025.
A 2-Week Programme includes:
A 3-Week Programme includes all of the above with the addition of:
All excursions include a Walking Tour and are escorted by PLUS staff, except for self-guided visits in 3-Week Programmes, which allow groups to explore independently. Transportation such as day tickets for local excursions and private coach services for long-distance trips is arranged by PLUS as needed.
A 2-Week Programme includes:
A 3-Week Programme includes all of the above with the addition of:
All excursions include a Walking Tour and are escorted by PLUS staff, except for self-guided visits in 3-Week Programmes, which allow groups to explore independently. Transportation such as day tickets for local excursions and private coach services for long-distance trips is arranged by PLUS as needed.
Our programmes include access to the PLUS App,which provides personalised information tailored to your group. This includes access to the activity programme, videos for walking tours, campus information, and emergency details. With the PLUS App, students and group leaders can easily stay informed and make the most of their time on the programme.
We offer a dedicated airport transfer service to ensure a stress-free arrival experience for your group.
Our service includes a meet & greet, where your group will be warmly welcomed upon arrival, followed by a direct transfer to a convenient drop-off point. This way, your group will not need to worry about directions or find their way with heavy suitcases.
For pricing information, please visit the Agency Area.
Stirling Centre Overview
Stirling Centre Location
Introduction to IELTS (Optional base course)
Young Manager (Optional base course)
Junior Reporter (Supplementary course)
English via Films (Supplementary course)
PLUS Stirling
Outdoor Excursion Lessons (Supplementary Lessons)