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English for the Games

We have developed a range of English Language materials to satisfy the huge global interest in the English Language inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games

Raising the Paralympic Flag at the British Council in Vietnam

Winner, Nguyen Song Anh, from the Young Learners Calendar Competition in Vietnam (second on the right)

English learners gather to celebrate 200 days to go to the Paralympic Games in Vietnam

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We have developed a range of English Language materials to satisfy the huge global interest in the English Language inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games this year. These materials are aimed at learners and teachers of English worldwide as well as those visiting UK for the Games. Why not try some of the activities or use them in your English classes if you teach abroad? Schools in the UK can also benefit from the games and information available.

There are a series of lesson plans at different language proficiency levels on the themes of sport and the Olympic values, which are being currently distributed to a global audience through our global networks and on our English websites.

Teaching English: Resources for the Games

For free teaching resources based around the London 2012 Games have a look at our Teaching English website. There are lesson plans and activities at different language proficiency levels on themes such as the Olympic and Paralympic sports and values. The resources here will be updated on a weekly basis.

Learning English: Resources for the Games

For free learner resources based around the London 2012 Games have a look at our Learning English website. You can practise your English as you learn about the London 2012 Games, for example the Olympic and Paralympic history. Play games, watch videos, read articles, and do interactive exercises. We will add a new resource each week.

Learning a Foreign Language/Speaking a Foreign Language: Resources on the Games

Learners and speakers of other languages can also benefit from the official London 2012 International Education Programme, which offers learning resources about the London 2012 Games in English, French and Spanish. These resources are available for schools from around the world.

Twin for 2012

The Olympic and Paralympic Games are all about international friendship and bringing people together. Get your pupils connected with fellow students in another country. The British Council can help you to get in touch with your international peers by finding you an international partner school to work with on joint projects. Register your details with us and we will do the rest.

Get Set: The official London 2012 education programme

In addition to the British Council resources available, if you want more for your learning or for your classes, you will find ideas and opportunities to help you make the most of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games at the Get Set website.

Young Learners Calendar

Young learners of English at British Council offices around the world have produced a calendar for 2012 inspired by the Games in London. The calendar features creative images selected to make this special one-off calendar. Images on the left show one of the winners of the competition from Vietnam, Nguyen Song Anh, who was presented with his prize at the recent February 11th celebration at the British Council in Vietnam to mark 200 days to go to the Paralympic Games.

The British Council global programme inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Big Dance, BT River of Music, English for the Games, International Inspiration, International Showcase, International Voices, Poetry Parnassus, Unlimited, The Changing Room, World Olympic Dreams, World Shakespeare Festival and World Stages