How learning culture helps you learn a new language
If you know much about LAL School, you know that we put a massive focus on our students experiencing the culture of Cape Town and spending time with native English speakers. This not only ensures you have an amazing learning vacation, but also helps you learn to speak English faster and more effectively. Being able to speak a language and actually communicating in that language can be very...
Dorm room and campus etiquette advice for shared student housing at LAL
When you study at LAL School in Cape Town, South Africa, you will be sharing a small campus and student accommodation with other students. It is normal for tensions to sometimes arise in these kinds of situations, but there are some things you can do to make your time away from home easier for everyone. In this article, we discuss a few pieces of dorm room and campus etiquette advice that we...
10 reasons to live in Africa, even for just a short while
No matter who you are or where you’re from, travel is always going to be a wonderful, educational and enlightening experience. But Africa offers a truly unique adventure, and spending a short holiday there often isn’t enough. To truly immerse yourself in everything it has to offer, you need a longer stay. Whether you’re relocating or spending time working through a language course with LAL,...
The benefits of Cambridge B2 First exam preparation for international students
The Cambridge B2 First Exam has been designed to test all areas of your English language abilities. The exam tests four facets of language proficiency: writing, reading, speaking and listening. If it is your goal to study or work internationally, preparing for and passing this examination is a massive investment for your future. Today we’ll be discussing all the benefits of Cambridge Exam...
Cape Town is the best city for learning English
If you don’t know already, learning English with LAL Schools is all about real travel, real experiences and real life. We want you to be able to speak English in the world around you, and not just to pass a test or ask for the bill at a restaurant. Our school is based in the heart of South Africa’s Mother City, named one of the best travel destinations in the world every single year. Read on...
LAL Summer Schools: Classic and Premium Experiences
Our summer schools offer consists of many different options to make sure that all our young learners are happy with their well-matched experience their parents have chosen for them. Check out our post about summer school packages with a difference to have a breakdown of our packages created with your child’s individual preferences in mind. In this post, we’ll focus on the...
Summer School Packages with a Difference
We know that each child is different and has different interest. Our packages with a difference have been prepared to meet specific needs of your child.
Do Not Worry About It: LAL Summer Schools
In this blog posts we’ll address the most common concerns of parents of children and adolescents to put your mind at ease. When you send your child to participate in a Summer School experience with LAL you have nothing to worry about!
Summer School in a Big City: London, Manchester, New York
A summer school in a big city such as London, Manchester or New York is an amazing holiday choice for your child. Read our article to help you choose where to send your child next summer.