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English Teacher Training in London

Upgrade your teaching skills with a structured, practical course designed to help you Plan Smarter, Engage More and Improve Outcomes

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English Teacher Training in London

Upgrade your teaching skills.
Plan Smarter, Engage More and Improve Outcomes

Spending hours preparing?

Looking for ideas to motivate students?

Feeling stuck in the same methods?

Spending hours preparing?

Looking for ideas to motivate students?

Feeling stuck in the same methods?

Want to explore all that London has to offer?

From Teacher to Teacher:
Practical Skills & Shared Experience

Join a course built by teachers, for teachers — filled with ideas you can actually use,
and time to connect, reflect, and explore together.
Join a course built by teachers, for teachers — filled with practical ideas and time to connect, reflect, and explore together.

AM – Level up your teaching

  • Practical workshops
  • Problems shared
  • Solutions found

PM – Explore London together

  • Guided walks
  • Discover hidden gems
  • Enjoy pubs and theatres

We not only teach but show you round London and share our lives as fellow teachers.

And the best part?

Your development and enjoyment is our only concern. Our unique course is not only about finding a fresh perspective through a new way of looking at language. It’s also about making the most of your experience in London. Your tutors will guide you in class and find solutions to the challenges you face and then they will be your guides to the city they love. Andrew and Hugh are 100% focused on the course and talking to you as a colleague both in class and outside on our cultural and social trips.

Our Training Course
for English Teachers Will Help You:

Plan efficiently to add value to any coursebook
Engage students and boost participation
Teach language so students use it confidently
Get easy frameworks for exploiting any text
Target errors effectively and give motivating feedback
Gain practical insights and grow professionally
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What you will get

Professional development to take your teaching to the next level and an experience of London you’ll never forget

2-week course in London

Immerse yourself in the heart of London for two transformative weeks.

35 hours of workshops

Gain hands-on experience with 35 hours of engaging, practical workshops.

Two expert trainers & coursebook writers

Learn directly from two leading experts who have authored your course materials.

Full cultural programme

Explore London’s vibrant culture and build connections through our tutor-led social programme.

A free course of Advanced Speaking

A free term of our online Advanced Speaking Course worth £120.

Lexical Lab Certificate

Receive official recognition of your achievement with a Lexical Lab Certificate.

What Our Students Say

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    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.

    Great atmosphere and good pace of the classes as well as competent inspiring trainers – what else one can dream about? Varied and communicative. Very good teachers. Love what they do.

    The course 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.

    The course was very fruitful for me. It enjoyed both the content of the course itself and the social programme. I am really happy with it and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It was amazing!

    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!

    This course is an excellent opportunity to plunge into the culture of London, it was nice to go to the places out of the beaten track. This course showed me the reality of life and people.
    It was an absolutely amazing course! I loved the atmosphere and all the humor in class and outside, learnt a lot of new vocabulary, been to places I wouldn’t go on my own, cleared up lots of things about British culture.
    I liked the content, the sense of humor, the way it was delivered and the fact that you were very patient. You respected when I said I didn’t like to work in pairs, you explained things over again when I said I was lost). Thanks

      Join Our Annual Flagship Event

      English Teacher Training 2025

      When

      July 7th – July 18th 2025

      Who with

      Top Lexical Lab experts:
      Hugh Dellar and Andrew Walkey

      Where

      London Metropolitan University, Holloway Road campus

      How much

      £800 for the two-week face-to-face course.

      Join Our Annual Flagship Event

      English Teacher Training 2025

      When

      July 7th – July 18th 2025

      Who with

      Top Lexical Lab experts:
      Hugh Dellar and Andrew Walkey

      Where

      London Metropolitan University, Holloway Road campus

      How much

      £800 for the two-week face-to-face course.

      Book your place now

      More About The Course

      The course provides a deep dive into a new and more lexical way of thinking about language and about the Common European Framework of Teference for Languages. Aimed at language teachers with a B2 level of English or above, ‘Teaching Lexically’ is a training programme that enriches teaching methodologies and offers fresh perspectives on language instruction. Morning sessions are dedicated to exploring principles of teaching and learning using insights gleaned from a lexical way of looking at language and by applying the concepts about communicative competence and outcomes that unpin the CEFR. We look at how to apply these ideas across various levels of language proficiency. From building dialogues with low-level students to exploiting texts for language and developing resources for learner training, this course promises a comprehensive upgrade to your teaching arsenal. All participants will receive a questionnaire before the course so you can explain your teaching background and interests regarding the course. Based on this, there may be some variations to content and timetable to ensure the course truly meets your needs.

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      Hugh

      Andrew

      Hugh Dellar and Andrew Walkley are internationally respected teacher trainers and coursebook authors. Together, they’ve written major series like Outcomes and Innovations for National Geographic Learning and the influential methodology book Teaching Lexically. With over 25 years of experience training teachers around the world, they bring a unique blend of practical insight, engaging delivery, and a deep understanding of lexical approaches to language teaching.

      Your trainers

      Hugh

      Andrew

      Hugh Dellar and Andrew Walkley are internationally respected teacher trainers and coursebook authors. Together, they’ve written major series like Outcomes and Innovations for National Geographic Learning and the influential methodology book Teaching Lexically. With over 25 years of experience training teachers around the world, they bring a unique blend of practical insight, engaging delivery, and a deep understanding of lexical approaches to language teaching.

      Check out the location to arrange your accommodation in London

      The Lexical Lab teacher training course takes 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.

      Not Just Another Teacher Training Course

      A unique

      London Experience

      A Unique london experience

      Choose Your Adventure

      Before you even start your course 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 get underneath 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 evenings out at top-quality West-end shows, 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.

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      FAQ

      What level is the course for?

      The course will suit students who feel they are at Upper-Intermediate (B2) level or above.

      Can you assist me with a visa to come to the UK?

      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 andrew@lexicallab.com

      Where will the classes take place?

      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. 

      Do you provide accommodation?

      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.

      Do you provide certificates upon completion?

      All participants can receive a Lexical Lab certificate of attendance featuring the title of course and the number of hours studied.

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