Our Annual Event
When
July 7th – July 18th 2025
Who with
Top Lexical Lab experts:
Hugh Dellar and Andrew Walkey
What
Our flagship TEACHING LEXICALLY course
How much
£800 for the two-week face-to-face course at London Metropolitan University’s Holloway Road campus
Who is this course for?
Teaching Lexically is designed for practising language teachers. If you’re looking to develop as an educator, share the challenges you face with your peers, find workable solutions, and learn how to better implement the lexical approach, then this is the choice for you. Your teaching will never be the same again after the insights shared by the authors of the Outcomes series.
A unique
A Unique london experience
Choose Your Adventure
Before you even start your courses with us, we want you to tell us what tickles your fancy. Fill in a questionnaire and let us know areas what you most want to focus on.
You’re in the driver’s seat and this isn’t about following a pre-set map. There’ll be plenty of opportunities to chart your own route, and explore topics that feed your curiosity and passion.
Modern Culture & History
Our cultural and social programme takes you inside contemporary Britain whilst also offering you historical insights. We don’t take you round the usual tourist spots. We take you under the skin of the city.
We also offer evenings out where learning continues informally and you get to network with peers, meet locals, and enjoy London’s vibrant scene.
London Unlocked
After lectures, workshop activities, input sessions and discussions, we will use the city as a classroom. London’s our playground, from its historic courts to the vibrant streets of Shoreditch.
Our trips out are your ticket to a London that tourists don’t see. We’re talking deep dives into the culture that shapes the city, from its iconic landmarks to the hidden gems.
Live the Language
Transform your understanding of English through direct engagement with London itself. Historic Greenwich or the buzz of modern Camden Market are now your textbooks.
You’ll live English every minute that you’re here with us, through each and every conversation you have – while every street corner in London has the potential to become a learning opportunity
Engage & Explore
Each day is a blend of insightful sessions and adventurous activities. Imagine discussing approaches to teaching grammar over coffee, and then exploring the diverse cultures of the UK on the streets of London in the afternoon.
From day trips to Oxford to side-splitting evenings out at comedy clubs, our programme promises a perfect balance of immersion, development, and enjoyment.
Guided by locals, guided by experts
You will be guided by the masterminds behind Lexical Lab, Hugh and Andrew. These are not your ordinary English teachers: they are the innovative creators of the Outcomes series.
With the latest edition now on the shelves, their educational expertise is deeper than ever. At the same time, they both live in – and love – London and can’t wait to share their passion with you.
Our students’
feedback
Informative, personal and enjoyable! We have been ever so well taken care of, and have had the opportunity to see interesting places off the beaten track that really has helped us understand England and London a bit better!
The course was perfect and it exceeded my expectations, though I participated in a few courses in the UK before. Our tutors took us to the places we wouldn’t find ourselves. Their language and cultural competence is outstanding!!
As regards the social programme, I really liked the chance to see London from a perspective different from those massively presented in guidebooks, to have a look behind the scenes and to make an impression of what a real life is like there.
“Teaching Lexically” was extremely informative and practical, and the trainers were brilliant. I was really very pleased with the quality of the teacher training, and on top of that, our cultural visits were I learned a lot about the city and its life.
A well-balanced course with the benefit of having two professional trainers always ready to give useful advice and great input, not forgetting the element of fun!
Book your place now
Check out the location to arrange your accommodation in London
Both our Lexical Lab summer courses take place at London Metropolitan University, Holloway Road campus. It’s a two-minute walk from Holloway Road tube station, which is on the Piccadilly Line. From here, you can get to Holborn in central London in eight minutes. The venue is also a ten-minute walk from Highbury and Islington station, which is on the Victoria line and has a range of overground services. We suggest you check citymapper.com for journey times and routes.
FAQ
Both courses will suit students who feel they are at Upper-Intermediate (B2) level or above.
We are a BAC accredited centre and so can issue official invitation letters to help with any visa applications you may have to make.
If you would like any further information, contact hugh@lexicallab.com
The summer school will be held at London Metropolitan University’s Holloway Road campus – just 10 minutes by tube from Covent Garden and the heart of London.
We are not currently organising accommodation. Previously, we have used Optivo student accommodation at Wood Green Hall. You may try them here. However, they are currently undergoing a refurbishment programme, so it is uncertain whether there will be availability. You may also try London Homestays. In the past, we have found they had very limited availability for one- and two-week stays and generally offered student residences. Otherwise, you may try websites such as homestay.com, Airbnb and student.com. Our advice would be always to book accommodation with a free cancellation policy up to a late date before the course starts – or take out insurance.
All participants can receive a Lexical Lab certificate of attendance featuring the title of course and the number of hours studied.
If you are more interested in teaching, pick the Teaching Lexically course. If you’re more interested in understanding modern British culture and developing your English, choose the Advanced Language and Culture course.