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Learn how the London signs, posters, menus and adverts that you see every day can power up your English in a fun, hands-on way. Perfect for beginners, this guide helps you learn English through real-life English classes in London style!
Imagine walking down the vibrant streets of London—Big Ben chiming, red buses rushing past, and café menus tempting you. What if we tell you that all those street signs, ads, menus, and posters are secret language teachers? They’re everywhere, ready to help you learn English in real life.
In this blog, you’ll discover how to turn everyday London signs and posters into powerful grammar and vocabulary tools to support what you learn in an English class in London. We’ve crafted a fun, interactive journey for basic-level learners like you. Let’s dive in!
Pedestrian Crossing, No Entry, One Way – These are short, clear phrases. Spot them in Zebra crossings or near roadworks. They’re your first urban vocabulary lesson.
Look out for bright, colourful posters. They often show bold words:
Walk along Kensington or Covent Garden and you’ll see…
Many cafés near ES London have community boards. There, you might see:
Spot them in Shoreditch cafés or Notting Hill brunch spots:
Try in Borough Market or Soho:
Look at fences near building sites:
In London’s West End or the Southbank Centre:
Carry a small notebook. When you see “Mind the Gap”, write:
At home, use sticky notes. Write signs like “No Entry” on one side, and on the other, the meaning or translation. Test yourself.
Use your phone:
Form a buddy study-walk with your friends from our language classes London:
Want to make the most of this? Combine your street learning with our English courses in London at ES London! Here’s how:
Every sign is a free mini-lesson:
See → Read → Understand → Use
London’s streets are full of hidden English lessons waiting for you. With signs, posters, menus and ads, you can practise every day—no textbooks needed. That’s natural, conversational, fun learning.
Ready to make the most of this? Combine it with real lessons at ES London English language institute. You’ll speak more confidently, understand more naturally, and enjoy every moment. Enquire now to learn more and we’re excited to help you take your first (or next!) step in English!
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