The school was founded in 1964 right in the heart of Edinburgh. It is located in a beautiful Georgian building right in the city centre and very close to all public transport links. The facilities include bright spacious rooms, free internet and wireless connections, a library with space to study and computers with modern learning software. There is a student common room with TV and newspapers delivered daily, drinks and snack facilities as well as garden.

The school offers a wide selection of activities, such as nightly video sessions, sports and competitions. During the weekends students have the option to participate in programmed full day trips. Social and recreational activities are scheduled weekly throughout the year. The centre offers one of the best and most entertaining Social and Cultural programmes. There is a new programme every week so that the student will have the chance to visit several historic sites which surround Edinburgh.