Topic 18 · School Life, Subjects and the Education System

School Life, Subjects and the Education System. Part 1: School Day and School Building.

classroom

hallway

cafeteria

gym

principal

classmate

schedule

period

break

attendance

a school-leaving exam

a bachelor's degree

a scholarship

a school uniform

be expelled

Useful phrases.

Classes usually start at eight o'clock in the morning.

Our classroom is on the second floor.

I use the school library when I need a quiet place.

We have a short break between most periods.

School Life, Subjects and the Education System. Part 2: Subjects and Learning Skills.

geography

biology

chemistry

physics

computer science

physical education

revise

concentrate

a grammar school

a master's degree

a student loan

skip classes

play truant

distance learning

Useful phrases.

My favorite subject is English because I like communication.

I have to review my notes before a test.

It is easier to concentrate in a quiet classroom.

Some subjects are practical, while others are more theoretical.

School Life, Subjects and the Education System. Part 3: Schoolwork, Assessment and Exams.

homework

assignment

project

presentation

exam

grade

report card

pass

fail

deadline

cheat

a vocational school

a faculty

a program

a programme

absent

an essay

Useful phrases.

I try to finish my homework before the deadline.

We have an exam at the end of the school year.

A good presentation needs clear structure and practice.

It is important to learn honestly and not cheat.

School Life, Subjects and the Education System. Part 4: Education System.

preschool

elementary school

middle school

high school

graduate

diploma

college

degree

tuition

compulsory

optional

an apprenticeship

a lecture

tuition

tuition fees

an oral exam

Useful phrases.

Education is compulsory for children up to a certain age.

Students choose different subjects at high school.

After graduation, some people continue at college or university.

The education system is different in every country.

School Life, Subjects and the Education System. Part 5: School Community and Future Plans.

school event

club

competition

exchange program

volunteer

class trip

friendship

responsibility

skill

career

apply

goal

an entrance exam

a seminar

a pupil

a student

detention

school rules

Useful phrases.

School is also a place where students make friends.

I would like to take part in an exchange program.

Clubs can help students develop useful skills.

My education should prepare me for my future career.