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Blue Noun Language Hub

St Ninian's Lodge, Lodge Street, Perth, Scotland PH7 4DW, UK
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School description

Blue Noun is an independent English language school in Scotland specialising in real-world English use, not classroom-based study.

Our courses are designed for adult learners who already have English but don’t get enough opportunities to use it confidently in real life. Many of our clients have studied English for years and are competent on paper, but feel stuck, hesitant, or disconnected when it comes to speaking naturally.

Instead of traditional lessons, Blue Noun offers experience-designed English programmes where language development happens through conversation, shared activities, and meaningful interaction in everyday settings. English is used as a tool for communication — not treated as an academic subject.

Programmes take place in small groups in Scotland and combine guided conversation coaching with cultural, outdoor, and creative experiences. The focus is on fluency, confidence, and ease — helping learners integrate the English they already know into real communication.

Blue Noun is particularly suited to professionals and adult learners who want to move beyond “learning more English” and start using English comfortably in their lives, work, and travel.

Year opened
2019
Number of classrooms
1

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Blue Noun Language Hub varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 43. In the summer, the average age is 43.

Blue Noun teaches students from all over the world, including:

Germany
25%
Italy
25%
France
20%
Spain
10%
Switzerland
10%
Other
10%

School holidays

Open dates
27 Mar - 31 Oct
School holidays
None

School location

Crieff is a medium-sized, friendly town in the heart of Perthshire, central Scotland — surrounded by Highland scenery yet easy to reach from both Edinburgh and Glasgow airports. Located just 20 miles from Perth and Stirling, Crieff offers the feeling of the Highlands without the remoteness.

Set among ancient woodlands, lochs, rivers, and gentle hills, the area is ideal for slow walks, quiet reflection, and unhurried exploration. Locals often refer to “Perthshire time”: visitors arrive with busy lives and soon find themselves slowing down, noticing the landscape, and settling into a gentler rhythm.

Life here moves at a calmer pace, creating space to connect — with the place, the seasons, Scottish culture, and the English language you’re here to practise.

Our school is located in Crieff town centre, within easy walking distance of shops, cafés, and local amenities, and well connected to the rest of Scotland.

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Housing

Blue Noun offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

$258
weekly
Age range: 25 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Perth
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, garden, and other
Distance to school: 10 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Friday, anytime
Check-out: Friday, before 10:00 AM
$258
English holiday participants enjoy accommodation in carefully selected homestay host accommodations.

Homestay hosts are chosen for their clean, cozy homes and exceptional hospitality. In 2024, Perthshire was proudly voted the friendliest place in the world by Tripadvisor, and our hosts reflect this warmth and kindness. They create a welcoming atmosphere, offering space and privacy while helping you feel completely at ease.

Meals are always available at our language hub. Guests can choose to have breakfast at their accommodation or at the hub, depending on their preference. Evening meals are not routinely provided by homestay hosts, as this time is typically dedicated to socializing and connecting with fellow participants and hosts at the hub.
apartment

Private apartment - Single-person room - No meals

N/A
weekly
Location: In the city center of Perth
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, garden, and other
Distance to school: 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Friday, anytime
Check-out: Friday, before 10:00 AM
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In addition to our regular homestay options, we are pleased to offer a private apartment option in August for two-parent participants of the Family English Language Holiday. This comfortable 2-bedroom apartment is located in the heart of town, providing a convenient and cosy space for your family to relax and unwind.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue documents to support your visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a visitor or tourist visa on your own.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Perth based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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St Ninian's Lodge, Lodge Street
Perth
Scotland PH7 4DW
UK

School location

Crieff is a medium-sized, friendly town in the heart of Perthshire, central Scotland — surrounded by Highland scenery yet easy to reach from both Edinburgh and Glasgow airports. Located just 20 miles from Perth and Stirling, Crieff offers the feeling of the Highlands without the remoteness.

Set among ancient woodlands, lochs, rivers, and gentle hills, the area is ideal for slow walks, quiet reflection, and unhurried exploration. Locals often refer to “Perthshire time”: visitors arrive with busy lives and soon find themselves slowing down, noticing the landscape, and settling into a gentler rhythm.

Life here moves at a calmer pace, creating space to connect — with the place, the seasons, Scottish culture, and the English language you’re here to practise.

Our school is located in Crieff town centre, within easy walking distance of shops, cafés, and local amenities, and well connected to the rest of Scotland.

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