welcome events english · 2019. 9. 7. · welcome events your adventure starts as soon as you step...

LAL’s exclusive activities are designed by us for you to make lifelong

connections and are packed with opportunities for you to share and discover

the experiences of the LAL community.

We’ve gone way beyond boring excursions. We’ve used our expertise to create

exclusive activities that carry all LAL’s curated content - so you discover new places, try new things, share experiences and learn English that you’ll

never forget.

Forget being a tourist! LAL’s truly local experiences will make you feel like you

belong in our outstanding destinations - something that you can only get by

living with true locals.

What makes Real Life English different?

There are thousands of ways you could spend your time in each of our destinations. But at LAL, we pack our Real Life English activities with specially-designed dynamics to make sure you’re not only having fun, but learning new skills, connecting with people who share your interests, exploring the culture of our unique destinations and, most importantly, living all of it in English.

Real life is irreplaceable, unforgettable - what better way isthere to learn English?

Welcome eventsYour adventure starts as soon as you step off the plane, and we want to kickstart your LAL experience by welcoming you to our schools in the most authentic, immersive and fun ways possible. That’s why each of our schools has its own unique welcome event to introduce you to our destinations, our schools and your new friends!

TorbayWelcome Drinks at the pub

Join the LAL team and meet new friends during an amazing night at a traditional British pub.

Cape TownCity Tour & Braai Explore the beautiful city of Cape Town before enjoying a traditional South African barbecue (“braai”) in our garden!

Tour of Twickenham followed by a night at the pub

Enjoy a guided tour of Twickenham and get to know your surroundings before an exciting night at a traditional British pub, playing board games and quizzes.

London

Fort LauderdaleCity Tour & Barbecue at the school Get to know your way around the city in the sunshine, then enjoy a delicious all-American barbecue on the school’s deck as the Florida sun starts to set.

English on the GoLearn English in real life situations with people that matter to you, in circumstances that only real life can bring! Our English on the Go lessons take place once a month, where teachers will take you for lessons outside of the classroom, giving you a whole new understanding of what learning English can be.

Here are just some of the places you could be learning English:

Planetariums

Local Farmers’ Markets

Museums

Grocery Stores

Castles

Aquariums

Book Shops

Real Life English in TorbayThe English Riviera has so much to offer that you can’t possibly enjoy it all from inside a classroom. Get out and experience the best of the British seaside in Torbay, and learn English at the same time!

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Check out our timetable below to see which types of activities happen when.

Beer BuddiesSolve the mystery of what you are while having a beer at the Totnes Brewing Co.

Coastal WalkWho can take the best photo for Instagram?

Yoga on the BeachDe-stress with some yoga at the beach and share some personal tips on how to relax

Escape RoomCan you get out in time?

Running Club

Walking & TalkingLearn the art of small talk with Cat

Wine TastingFind your favourite wine and defend it against other people’s!

FREE In-school Activities

Movie Word GamesWatch a movie with us and tell about your favourite in just 10 words... the popcorn's free!

The Great LAL Bake OffShow us your baking skills!

Kahoot QuizHow good is your quiz knowledge?

Board Games

Academic ClubsImprove your English even more by joining our clubs... they’re free!

Name a Song with Luau

Puzzle Picnic at the BeachCan you solve the dog, rice, chicken mystery?

Rock Climbing

Get creative with cocktailsThe best creation wins!

Go-Karting

Photo Scavenger HuntIt’s all about team work!

Fish & ChipsEnjoy some fish and chips with us and defend your national dish

International Potluck Lunch Enjoy food from around the world in LAL Torbay’s garden

Zombie Scavenger Hunt

Plymouth Gin TourSee how well you know your fellow students playing 2 Truths 1 Lie on the Plymouth Gin Tour

Real Life English Activities

Activities not marked as free are free to join, but may incur costs for items such as entrance tickets, meals, etc.

Richmond WalkLearn the art of small talk with your teacher and friends

Afternoon TeaJoin us for afternoon tea at Patisserie Valerie and take part in the quiz of the day

Cricket & PicnicLearn to play or enjoy watching some cricket while having a picnic on Twickenham Green

Riverside RunJoin us for the an LAL run along the banks of the River Thames

Twickenham Stadium Rugby TourLearn more about rugby on the Twickenham Rugby Stadium Tour and tell us your favourite sport

Scavenger Hunt


Kahoot QuizShow us how smart you are!

Baking DayShow us your baking skills!


Movie & CharadesWatch a movie and play charades... free popcorn!

Board Games Afternoon

Afternoon Tea & British Culture QuizEnjoy afternoon tea with us and test your knowledge of British culture

Find Someone Who...Play this game to get to know other students and members of staff

Speed FriendingGet to know your fellow students... really fast!

Full English Breakfast Experience Tell us about your traditional breakfast back home!

Windsor Castle GamesVisit the royal town of Windsor and its world-famous castle where we will play the password game

Essential London WalkJoin us for a walk through all the essential sights of London, then tell us about your own city and its famous landmarks

Real Life English in LondonLondon is the city that never sleeps, and with so much to explore, you won’t want to either! Join us to discover sights known across the world, as well as those hidden gems you haven’t heard of yet.


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English on the Go Excursion

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Real Life English in Cape TownCape Town is a city packed with a huge variety of different cultures and landscapes to be explored. With such stunning scenery right on your doorstep, it would be a crime to enjoy it only from your classroom window!

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Hiking the Lion’s HeadWe’ll help you get Instafamous by taking you hiking up Lion’s Head and catching that amazing sunset!

Class in the Clouds Study at the top of Table Mountain

Puzzle Picnic on the BeachCan you solve the dog, rice, chicken mystery on Camps Bay beach?

Bo Kaap Walking TourIncrease your Instagram following and post pics on this historic walking tour

Shopping at Canal WalkDiscover over 400 shops and get your fellow students to guess which one is your favourite

Art & Wine EveningMingle with the locals and enjoy good art and wine together

Two Truths, One LieSee how well you know your fellow students playing Two Truths, One Lie at the Beerhouse

Truth Coffee HouseDefend your favourite coffee!

Old Biscuit MillDiscover great food and drink

Keep Fit on the Promenade

Travelling ClassroomLearn on safari with our amazing Travelling Classroom

Apartheid to Freedom Walking Tour Share this fascinating experience with your Instagram followers

Volleyball on Clifton Beach

Meet the Penguins Be an LAL influencer and raise awareness about wildlife while taking selfies with the penguins at Boulders Beach

Yoga on the BeachDe-stress and share some personal tips on how to relax

Fish & Chips in Hout BayEnjoy some fish and chips with us at Fish on the Rocks and tell us about your national dish

Gin Tasting Create your own cocktail!

Braai at the BeachEnjoy a braai at Oudekraal Beach and show off your karaoke skills

High Tea at the Mount Nelson Hotel Play the password game with us


Ready? Set! Go! Play the Amazing Race around school



Movie & PopcornWatch a movie with us... free popcorn!



Movie TheatreWatch a movie the old-fashioned way and tell us about your favourite in just 10 words

V&A Food MarketBe a real “foodie” at the V&A Food Market, where we’ll give our food reviews afterwards

Soccer Tournament Can you beat the other Schools?

Astronomical Observatory Tell us about your zodiac sign

Relay Mini Golf

Sunrise on the BeachEnjoy the beautiful sunrise on the gold coast and make new friends

Scavenger Hunt Increase your Instagram following by joining our Scavenger Hunt!

Everglades Airboat TourHave a class in the wild and see if you can spot an alligator! (Requires 2.5 to 3 hours)

Escape RoomCan you work as a team and get out in time?

International Potluck LunchSample some delicious food from around the world and try something you’ve never tasted before!

Indoor SkydiveGet an adrenaline rush with an indoor skydive, then discuss your fears and phobias with your fellow students



Speed FriendingGet to know your fellow students... really fast!


Movie & PopcornWatch a movie with us... free popcorn!

Board Games Afternoon

Las Olas Boulevard Walk Share your experience of American culture on Instagram while on the walking tour of the famous Las Olas Boulevard

Social BreakfastEnjoy breakfast with your teacher and get to know each other better

Beach Volleyball Join our team and show off your skills on the sand!

Spelling Bee Take part in this traditional American pastime and wow us all with your spelling skills!

Real Life Englishin Fort LauderdaleMake the most of the amazing climate in the Sunshine State and explore everything Florida has to offer with us, all while learning English.


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City TourFREE


ExcursionFREE


Graduation Ceremony

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English on the Go Excursion


Graduation Ceremony

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