School is a place where you learn, meet friends, and have fun. In this lesson, you’ll learn vocabulary and expressions about school life, your favorite subjects, and teachers. Let’s get started!
Vocabulary for School Life
Learn these simple words and phrases about school, subjects, and teachers.
Listen and repeat!
School Vocabulary:
- School – A place where students learn and study.
- Classroom – The room where lessons take place.
- Teacher – A person who helps students learn.
- Student – A person who studies at school.
- Subject – A topic or area of study, like Math or Science.
- Favorite Subject – The subject you like the most.
- Math – The study of numbers and shapes.
- Science – The study of nature and experiments.
- History – The study of past events.
- Art – The study of drawing, painting, and creative work.
- Music – The study and practice of singing or playing instruments.
- Recess – A break time for playing outside.
- Lunch – The meal eaten at school during break.
- Homework – School work you do at home.
- Exam – A test to check your knowledge.
- Library – A place with many books for study.
- Notebook – A book used for writing notes.
- Pen – A tool for writing.
- Principal – The head of the school.
- Counselor – A person who helps students with their problems.
- Uniform – The clothes you wear at school.
- Backpack – A bag you carry your books in.
- Desk – A piece of furniture for studying or writing.
- Chair – What you sit on in class.
- Cafeteria – The place where you eat lunch at school.
- Computer Lab – A room with computers for learning.
- Classmate – A student in your class.
- Schedule – Your timetable of classes.
- Assignment – Work given by a teacher to complete at home.
- Project – A task or assignment that you work on over time.
- Grade – A mark or score you get in school.
- Report Card – A document showing your grades.
Common Phrases and Expressions:
- “I love my school.”
- “What is your favorite subject?”
- “My favorite subject is Math.”
- “The teacher is very kind.”
- “I have a new class schedule.”
- “I do my homework every day.”
- “Can you help me with my homework?”
- “Let’s study together.”
- “I enjoy reading in the library.”
- “When does school start?”
- “I like art and music classes.”
- “I need help with my homework.”
- “I forgot my pencil.”
- “Can I borrow a pen?”
- “Where is my classroom?”
- “I have a project due next week.”
- “I got a good grade on my test.”
- “I love my backpack.”
Real-Life Dialogues: School Conversations
Here are 10 dialogues to help you practice conversations about school life, favorite subjects, and teachers. Try practicing both roles!
Dialogue 1: Talking about School Life
Student A: Hi, how is your school day?
Student B: It is good. I like my classes and my teachers.
Student A: What time does your school start?
Student B: School starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 3:00 PM.
Student B: It is good. I like my classes and my teachers.
Student A: What time does your school start?
Student B: School starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 3:00 PM.
Dialogue 2: Discussing Favorite Subjects
Student A: What is your favorite subject?
Student B: My favorite subject is Science because I like experiments. What about you?
Student A: I like History. It is interesting to learn about the past.
Student B: That is cool. We can study together sometime.
Student B: My favorite subject is Science because I like experiments. What about you?
Student A: I like History. It is interesting to learn about the past.
Student B: That is cool. We can study together sometime.
Dialogue 3: Talking about Teachers
Student A: Who is your favorite teacher?
Student B: I like Mr. Johnson. He explains things very clearly.
Student A: My favorite teacher is Mrs. Lee because she is very kind.
Student B: That is nice. Good teachers make school fun.
Student B: I like Mr. Johnson. He explains things very clearly.
Student A: My favorite teacher is Mrs. Lee because she is very kind.
Student B: That is nice. Good teachers make school fun.
Dialogue 4: Asking about Homework
Student A: Did you finish your homework?
Student B: Not yet. I need to work on my math exercises.
Student A: I can help you if you want.
Student B: That would be great. Thank you!
Student B: Not yet. I need to work on my math exercises.
Student A: I can help you if you want.
Student B: That would be great. Thank you!
Dialogue 5: Meeting a Friend at School
Student A: Hi, are you ready for class?
Student B: Yes, I am. I am excited to learn something new.
Student A: I brought my notebook and pen. What did you bring?
Student B: I have my textbook and a pencil.
Student B: Yes, I am. I am excited to learn something new.
Student A: I brought my notebook and pen. What did you bring?
Student B: I have my textbook and a pencil.
Dialogue 6: Talking about the School Schedule
Student A: What time is your first class?
Student B: My first class is Math at 8:00 AM.
Student A: And when do you have lunch?
Student B: Lunch is at 12:00 PM. I like to eat with my friends.
Student B: My first class is Math at 8:00 AM.
Student A: And when do you have lunch?
Student B: Lunch is at 12:00 PM. I like to eat with my friends.
Dialogue 7: Discussing a School Event
Student A: Is there a school event this week?
Student B: Yes, we have a sports day on Friday.
Student A: That sounds fun. I love playing soccer.
Student B: Me too! I will join the soccer team.
Student B: Yes, we have a sports day on Friday.
Student A: That sounds fun. I love playing soccer.
Student B: Me too! I will join the soccer team.
Dialogue 8: Talking about the Library
Student A: Do you go to the library often?
Student B: Yes, I go to the library after school.
Student A: I like reading books there.
Student B: It is quiet and I can concentrate on my studies.
Student B: Yes, I go to the library after school.
Student A: I like reading books there.
Student B: It is quiet and I can concentrate on my studies.
Dialogue 9: Discussing Sports at School
Student A: Do you play any sports at school?
Student B: Yes, I play basketball and sometimes soccer. What about you?
Student A: I play volleyball during recess.
Student B: Sports make the school day more exciting.
Student B: Yes, I play basketball and sometimes soccer. What about you?
Student A: I play volleyball during recess.
Student B: Sports make the school day more exciting.
Dialogue 10: Saying Goodbye After School
Student A: The school day is over. See you tomorrow!
Student B: Yes, see you tomorrow. Have a great evening!
Student A: I will. Goodbye!
Student B: Goodbye!
Student B: Yes, see you tomorrow. Have a great evening!
Student A: I will. Goodbye!
Student B: Goodbye!
