Free Drinks with Julia, Oliver! and Funny Zombies
On Monday, Juliet took another big group of students to the pub. I believe this free drink event is somehow the most popular event on the social programme! It definitely…
Improve your Speaking Skills for the IELTS Exam
To do well in IELTS Speaking you need to develop 3 things: your exam technique, your verbal language and, your speaking skills. Some of this can be done by practising…
CAE exam: The Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English
The CAE exam and Work The Cambridge ESOL examination board is famous for its suite of English language examinations that test overseas students’ English language skills across the full range…
The Magnificent 7 Tips for Writing
Aurora, a language learner from Italy, gives her perspective on how she has become a better writer in English. (more…)
University Challenge
Each week we give a summary of a popular news story and then discuss the meaning of some of the key words and phrases people use when discussing this topic.…
West End Shopping Paradise!
If you are in London this coming Saturday, and you like to shop till you drop, then get down to the West End in Central London, because you are going to be treated like a VIP… a Very Important Pedestrian! (more…)
Pub Chat, Soho Walk, Football Disappointments and Art…
On Monday I took around 25 students to the pub, our local, The Cock. As usual the favourite drink was lager, although there is now more interest in ale and…
Japanese Lessons, Oil Impressions, Experience wins over Age and Dirty Dancing
Last week, about 25 students followed Julia to the pub, for some free drinks including 80% of lagers. They chatted about life in our lovely city, the Boris Bikes, which…
Explaining the Past – Terrorist Attack!
How well do you know English culture? Do you know all the answers to the following questions? Who is Guy Fawkes? What is the celebration on the 5th of November…
Listening Comprehension on dislikes
Listen to the recording and answer the following questions. If the speaking is too difficult for you to understand, there is a written transcription below the questions. But first, try…