Glasgow School of English Goals and Values

Our Mission

Our mission is to be the best English language school in Scotland, providing a high-quality and enjoyable learning experience for all students in a friendly and caring environment.

Our Core Values

 We aim to ensure that:

1. Our teaching enables all our students to improve their all-round English language skills during their course and reach their personal language goals.
2. While at the School, students gain an insight into Scottish and British life and culture.
3. Students have opportunities for cultural exchange, and to gain knowledge and understanding of each other and the local community.
4. All students, agents, host families and staff are valued, respected and treated with fairness and kindness.
5. We operate in a fair, ethical, and professional manner towards all students and agents.
6. We are responsive to the needs and expectations of our students, creating an inclusive and secure environment for work, study and relaxation.
7. Our services are subject to continual improvement, including providing our teachers and other staff with opportunities for training and development.
8. The reputation of English language provision in the UK is maintained and advanced.
9. We operate in an environmentally responsible way, through:

• Recycling and reducing waste such as the use of single-use plastics
• Using energy-efficient lighting and appliances to reduce energy consumption
• Promoting the use of walking, cycling and public transport
• Choosing eco-friendly materials for school supplies and encourage digital alternatives to paper wherever possible
• Supporting local environmental initiatives in the city centre of Glasgow.