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# London: City of Languages

Celebrating the superpower of languages used and studied in London

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## Pages

- [London: City of Languages](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/) - One city. 300+ languages. Endless possibilities. London is the most linguistically diverse city in the world—and that’s something to celebrate. London: City of Languages brings together learners, teachers, parents, and communities to: 🌍 Celebrate London’s extraordinary language diversity ✨Inspire people of all ages to learn and enjoy languages 🤝Engage families, schools, and communities in supporting
- [Past Events](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-events/) - This page brings together all the events we have held — from webinars and face‑to‑face meetings to celebrations and special gatherings. Each entry links to a dedicated page where you can explore a report, news item, photo gallery, or other resources connected with that event. The list is arranged with the most recent events at
- [Language Tasters Summer 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/language-tasters-summer-2026/) - This page lists the Language Taster sessions offered for the London Festival of Languages 2026. Click on the links to find out more. We are very grateful to London communities for offering these experiences. Watch this space for more to follow including Arabic and Swahili.
- [Official LCoL Brand Assets](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/brand-assets/) - These official London :City of Languages brand assets are provided for partners, supporters, schools, community groups and event organisers. Please use these files when promoting London: City of Languages in print, online, and across social media. The logos must not be altered, recoloured, stretched, or placed on visually busy backgrounds. Our thanks go to those
- [London Festival of Languages 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/festival/summer2026/) - Here is a list of activities and events relating to the London Festival of Languages 2026, drawn from our main calendar. To see the Language Taster collection, click here. Click on the titles to find out more! Thanks to Falkner House Boys for our Featured Image.
- [Events](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/events/) - Are you planning an event in London which celebrates/ inspires / engages the community of language lovers? Let us know! Share an event What's on Discover events, workshops and gatherings which match our London: City of Languages goals. (Link below opens a new tab.) View full calendar - opens a new tab Featured Events London
- [London Festival of Languages](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/festival/) - The 'London Festival of Languages' takes place every year and runs through the summer months from May to July. Londoners! We invite Londoners to use the opportunities summer gives (longer days - a generally happier mood - a move towards the end of the exam period ...) to find out more about languages and enjoy
- [News Items](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-items/) - There are wonderful things going on every day involving languages and London. Our Newsletters Read all past newsletters here Tell us your news! Send us news reports / links to what you've read, seen or done, and we'll display items here! [Latest news item at the top]. Share a news item Submitted news items
- [Supporters](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/supporters/) - We hope to encourage as many London-based organisations and communities as possible to add their name to our supporters' list. If you represent a group which supports our aims, and would like to appear here, please let us know via a contact form or email about how you hope this initiative can help your context.
- [Using the London City of Languages Logo](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/supporters/using-the-london-city-of-languages-logo/) - The London City of Languages (LCoL) logo is an important part of our identity. To protect its integrity, we ask that anyone wishing to use the logo obtains permission in advance. Who can use the logo • Steering Group members • Recognised supporters • Organisations that have referred an event accepted for LCoL promotion •
- [Contact us](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/contact-us/) - Connect with London:City of Languages! There are many ways you can connect with us and we look forward to hearing from you. Fill in one of our simple 'contact forms' to contribute content for this site: Share activities Share events Share news items Share resources Share photos/feedback 2. Fill in a contact form to say
- [Our History](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/our-history/) - Inspired by the success of the national Cities of Languages initiative, a group of London-based language professionals launched London: City of Languages (LCoL) in August 2025. We are a collective from a wide range of London organisations. Together, we celebrate and promote the rich diversity of languages and cultures represented and studied across the city’s
- [Newsletter Archive](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/newsletter-archive/) - Browse previous newsletters to catch up on recent news, ongoing projects, and highlights you may have missed. Back to News Items
- [About us](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/about-us/) - In this section, find out about us by browsing these pages: Our aims Our History Steering Group Supporters We are a collective of language professionals from a wide range of London organisations. Together, we celebrate and promote the city’s extraordinary linguistic and cultural diversity — as represented in its communities, schools, universities, workplaces and cultural
- [Steering Group](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/steering-group/) - Chair: Vicky Gough Vice Chair: Philip Harding-Esch Secretary: Helen Myers Find out more about the Steering Group and what motivates them to be part of this initiative below by selecting the photos below. Sorry, but nothing was found. Please try a search with different keywords.
- [Gallery](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/gallery/) - This page is to share photos and feedback to celebrate, inspire and engage! Share an album Sorry, but nothing was found. Please try a search with different keywords.
- [Activities](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activities/) - Can you share an on-going or one-off activity (e.g. competitions, school-based projects, or online initiatives) which celebrates/ inspires / engages the community of language lovers? Let us know! Share an activity Get inspiration from the activities submitted below! Sorry, but nothing was found. Please try a search with different keywords.
- [Resources](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resources/) - Let's share useful resources that support our aims—whether for classrooms, communities, or individuals. They could be, for example Text: articles, worksheets, posters, infographics Audio: podcasts, songs Video: clips, adverts, interviews Interactive: programs, games Mixed media: courses Share a resource Here are links to resources submitted so far, listed alphabetically. Click on the links to read
- [Our aims](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/our-aims/) - The aims of London: City of Languages are to: Celebrate the incredible diversity of languages used and studied across London’s communities, schools, colleges and universities. Inspire people of all ages to enjoy and pursue language learning—both formally and informally. Engage parents, carers and families in supporting language education and recognising its broader benefits, including for
- [Privacy Policy](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/privacy-policy/) - Privacy & Content Submission Policy Last updated: September 5th 2025 Download this privacy and content submission policy here as a pdf. London: City of Languages (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring clarity about how we handle information and content submitted to us. By using this website, you agree to
- [News](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news/) - For a regular message from us summarising what's happening, please subscribe to our newsletter! (You can unsubscribe at any time) Keep up to date with the news of our events, activities, resources and website updates here by looking at the different categories of our Blog feeds. Events Activities Resources News about LCoL
- [Share](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/submit-content/) - We'd absolutely LOVE to hear about about events / activities / resources which align with the goals of ‘London: City of Languages’. Please fill in the contact form below and we will try to add them as a post on the site to spread the word. Alternatively, send us an email to info@londoncityoflanguages.org.uk Please note
- [Newsletter](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/newsletter/)
- [Sample Page](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/sample-page/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger

## Activities

- [LCoL Festival of languages 2026: Ways to get involved](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/lcol-festival-of-languages-2026-ways-to-get-involved/) - Download this page here as a pdf 🎯 Introduction: What is London City of Languages? London is one of the most linguistically vibrant cities in the world — a place where hundreds of languages are spoken, learned, shared, and celebrated every day. London City of Languages (LCoL) brings this richness to the forefront by championing
- [Poster competition: London Festival of Languages 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/poster-competition-london-festival-of-languages-2026/) - 7.5.26. Our ‘Design a Poster’ competition for under-19s has now closed and judges are choosing from the wonderful entries. An announcement will be made by the end of May.. Please subscribe to our Newsletter to be informed of the results when they are released. Thank you. Here is the background to this competition: Download a
- [Invite a Young Goethe Ambassador to Your Classroom](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/invite-a-young-goethe-ambassador-to-your-classroom/) - This initiative is a simple and effective way to motivate pupils to learn German and explore the broader world of languages. Planning a visit is very straightforward: teachers simply complete a short registration form, and the Goethe‑Institut matches their school with an ambassador nearby. Link: Best Programmes and Partnerships to Learn German in the UK |
- [Design an Arabic Tile](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/design-an-arabic-tile/) - Thanks to Catherine Ames for a presentation about Geometry, Art and he Arab World, leading up to the challenge to design an Arabic Tile using Tilemaker - an interactive educational tool developed by Qatar Foundation International (QFI) . It invites users to explore the beauty of Islamic art by creating vibrant, geometric tile designs. Download PowerPoint
- [Home-Language Taster Session.](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/home-language-taster-session/) - Download this page as a pdf here. We want to celebrate all the different languages spoken in London.Plan a short “taster” session for others (all ages) to learn your home language. The goal isn’t to “teach a language” but to share a piece of yourself and help others feel the delight of understanding something new.
- [Spanish, French, and Italian group classes for adults](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/spanish-french-and-italian-group-classes-for-adults/) - A message from Nicole Boothman: Looking to pick up a new language? Or maybe dust an old one off? Our London (and nationwide) centres offer courses specifically designed for adults who want to focus on improving their conversational skills, whatever their level. Find out more on the languageforfun website here
- [London: City of Languages – Logo Competition!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/london-city-of-languages-logo-competition/) - Up-dated 16.11.25. We invited pupils from schools across London to design a logo for London: City of Languages — a celebration of the rich diversity of languages used, studied, and loved across our city. See our aims here. The 10th November deadline for contributions has now passed, and judges are in the process of deciding
- [Language of the month](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/language-of-the-month/) - Thanks to Bernadette Clinton for sharing Hackney's calendar for celebrating the variety of languages spoke in Hackney schools. Download the 2025-2026 calendar here Do a search for 'Language of the month' and you will see how individual schools have responded to this initiative, celebrating languages in a practical way which engages the community. Here are
- [Week of Languages: activities](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/activity/week-of-languages/) - 'Speaking and learning languages harnesses both the emotions and the brain. As well as boosting brain power and connecting people, learning languages facilitates the exchange of ideas, emotions, and experiences – strengthening empathy and respect for different ways of life and as such is a powerful tool to promote world peace. At The Grey Coat

## Albums

- [London Festival of Languages 2026: Poster Competition Results](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/album/lfol-2026-poster-results/) - Many thanks to teachers who encouraged their students to enter both the logo and poster competitions this year. We especially requested images/ text which celebrate the multiplicity of languages spoken and used in London (rather than nations / countries / flags) and we were so impressed with the response and quality. Well done to the
- [London: City of Languages logo competition - entries](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/album/london-city-of-languages-logo-competition-entries/) - What a pleasure to receive 380+ entries for our Logo Competition. We selected two entries to form the basis of our main logo [see news item here], and we look forward to featuring many of the other entries at our events in the form of posters, banners and decorations. Bravo to all the pupils who
- [London: City of Languages Launch meeting 30/09/25](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/album/london-city-of-languages-launch-meeting-30-09-25/)
- [The ALL June Event 2025, 21/06/25](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/album/the-all-june-event-2025/) - 21.06.25. Here’s the photo album from ALL London’s June Event 2025 when Liz Lord (Portsmouth) Steven Fawkes (Newcastle) and Bernadette Clinton (Hackney) inspired us to develop London: City of Languages. Thanks to Vicky Gough who shared a really positive Brainstorming session and to Miriam Paridjanian who held our very first meeting. It’s just the beginning …!

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## News Items

- [Parkwood Primary celebrates success in London Festival of Languages Poster Competition](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/visit-to-parkwood-primary-2026/) - Parkwood Primary School, Hackney, hosted a joyful London: City of Languages assembly on 10 July to celebrate pupils’ creativity and multilingual pride. The visit recognised the school’s impressive contribution to the London Festival of Languages 2026 Poster Competition – including two standout entries. Nathan’s design was selected as a finalist and featured in the top
- [Three London Speakers Inspire Pupils With Real‑World Language Journeys](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/where-will-languages-take-me-2026/) - Monday 29th June 2026. An uplifting online event organised by the British Council in partnership with London: City of Languages as part of the London Festival of Languages 2026 brought classrooms across the UK together to explore the power of language learning. Three speakers from different professional backgrounds shared their personal language journeys — the
- ['Poetry Live' 17/06/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/poetry-live-2026/) - Modern Language Poetry Live 2026 showcases London’s young linguists Read full report here St Mary’s University, Twickenham, welcomed 55 Year 8 students from 17 London schools for the sixth annual Modern Language Poetry Live on 17 June 2026 — an event that embodies the spirit of London: City of Languages by celebrating the capital’s remarkable
- [Tamil taster session: a joyful celebration of language and community](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/a-taster-in-tamil-2026/) - To see a full account of this event, follow this link. London: City of Languages was delighted to host a vibrant Tamil Taster Session, led by Prabhu Rajendran and Mr Gnanamurugan, whose thoughtful and engaging approach captured the spirit of LCoL: connection, curiosity, and celebration. Over the course of a carefully structured 40 minutes, participants
- [Plates of meat, Pearly Kings and 300 languages: A taste of Cockney](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/a-taster-in-cockney-2026/) - (one of the many Language Tasters on offer as part of the London Festival of Languages) One of the most exciting additions to the London Festival of Languages took place this week, looking at the language that has evolved within London itself: Cockney. As with all the Festival’s Taster Sessions, this session was free and
- [London Festival of Languages: Poster Competition Results 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/poster-competition-results-2026/) - 28th May 2026. The London: City of Languages team is thrilled to announce the results of our Summer Festival of Languages Poster Competition! Following the success of our Logo Competition which drew nearly 400 entries from schools across London, we invited pupils from primary, secondary, sixth form, supplementary and complementary schools to design a poster
- [Romanian is London’s top foreign language](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/romanian-is-londons-top-foreign-language/) - Read article by Marie de Montigny in SWLondoner here 14 July 2025 Romanian came in top of foreign languages spoken in London, followed by Spanish, Polish and Bengali, data from an article published 4/7/24 shows. One in five Londoners (20.81%) do not speak English as their main language, according to Census 2021 figures.
- [Census 2021](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/census-2021/) - Explore the data serts relating to language on the Census site 2021. Click here to access Census within 'Home / Identity/ Main language (detailed)
- [Most common second language spoken in each London borough](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/most-common-second-language-spoken-in-each-london-borough-4-7-24/) - Read article published 4/7/24 in SWLondoner here
- [London Logo Competition Winners Announced](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/london-logo-competition-winners-announced/) - The London: City of Languages team is delighted to announce the results of our Logo Competition. We invited pupils from schools across London to design a logo that would become the basis of our official identity, conveying our aims: 300+ languages. One city. Endless possibilities.London is the most linguistically diverse city in the world —
- [German Days at the Goethe-Institut London – Special Festival Offer](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/german-days-at-the-goethe-institut-london-special-festival-offer/) - London: City of Languages is delighted to share a special offer from the Goethe Institut to celebrate the Summer Festival. Here is their message: Discover German language and culture up close during our German Days at the Goethe-Institut London as part of the London Festival of Languages 2026. To celebrate the festival, we’re delighted to
- [Launch of London: City of Languages and Logo Competition](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/launch-of-london-city-of-languages-and-logo-competition/) - 5th September 2025 Here is a message from the Chair of our Steering Group, Vicky Gough. Launch of LCoL website and competition VGDownload
- ['I'm visiting every country without leaving London'](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/news-item/im-visiting-every-country-without-leaving-london/) - Link to BBC video (will open in a new tab). Content creator and journalist Sama Ansari Pour is on a mission to experience the culture, cuisine and history of every country in the world - all without leaving the capital. She came to London from Iran aged three and says she wants to show "London

## Newsletters

- [Newsletter #3 June 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/newsletter/newsletter-3-june-2026/) - Introduction Thank you for your interest in London: City of Languages. Here is a concise update on recent activities and upcoming opportunities to get involved. Forthcoming Events 1. Festival Events: Summer 2026 Events are being added regularly. Current listings: https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/festival/summer2026/ Featured events Where will languages take me? – British Council, 30 June https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/where-will-languages-take-me/ Goethe-Institut workshops
- [Newsletter #2 March 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/newsletter/newsletter-2-march-2026/) - Introduction Thank you for your interest in London: City of Languages.Here is a concise update on recent activities and upcoming opportunities to get involved. 1. Webinar: Celebrating Languages Across London Date: 4 March 2026 Our first webinar attracted a large and enthusiastic audience.Watch the recording and access presentations:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/webinar-celebrating-languages-across-london-march-2026/ 2. School Visits & Logo Competition We
- [Newsletter #1 December 2025](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/newsletter/newsletter-1/) - Tower Bridge, speech bubbles, and two brilliant Year 9s - our new logo celebrates London’s languages The London: City of Languages team is thrilled to reveal the winners of our Logo Competition, which drew nearly 400 entries from primary and secondary schools across the capital. After careful judging, two designs stood out as meeting all of the

## Past events

- [Visit to Parkwood Primary School  10/07/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/visit-to-parkwood-primary-school-10-07-26/) - Celebrating Parkwood Primary Hackney’s Poster Competition Success Friday 10th July 2026 Parkwood Primary Hackney welcomed London: City of Languages for a joyful assembly celebrating the creativity and multilingual spirit of its pupils. The visit marked the school’s wonderful participation in the London Festival of Languages 2026 Poster Competition - and the achievements of two pupils
- [Webinar: Where will languages take me? 30/06/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/webinar-where-will-languages-take-me-30-06-26/) - Two speakers from London shared their own language journeys: the languages they had learned, the places to which they had travelled, the people they had met, the skills that learning languages had brought them and how they used languages in their work. This was a lively, uplifting online session designed to help pupils see the
- [Modern Language Poetry Live 17/06/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/modern-language-poetry-live-2026/) - Thanks to Professor Anna Lise Gordon for writing this report for LCoL. St Mary’s University in Twickenham, London, hosted its annual Modern Language Poetry Live event on Wednesday evening, 17th June 2026. Now in its sixth year, the event captures the aims and spirit of London: City of Languages, with its focus on celebrating London’s
- [A Taster in ...Tamil 19/06/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/a-taster-in-tamil-2026/) - A joyful celebration of language and community A blogpost written by Helen Myers To see a short news item about this event, follow this link. This Tamil Taster Session, led by Prabhu Rajendran and Mr Gnanamurugan (teacher and Tamil scholar), was an inspiring reminder of what London: City of Languages is all about — connection,
- [A Taster in ... Cockney! 11/06/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/a-taster-in-cockney-2026/) - "Plates of meat, Pearly Kings and 300 languages: A taste of Cockney"(one of the many Language Tasters on offer as part of the London Festival of Languages) One of the most exciting additions to the London Festival of Languages took place this week, looking at the language that has evolved within London itself: Cockney. As
- [Competition: Posters for London Festival of Languages 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/competition-posters-lfol2026/) - In February 2026, we launched a competition for producing posters for the London Festival of Languages 2026. In May 2026, the results were released. Read the news item here. See the album featuring photos and downloads of the finalists, shortlisted and longlisted here.
- [Westminster Drop‑In 19/05/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/westminster-drop-in-19-05-26/) - London: City of Languages – Westminster Drop‑In Tuesday 19 May 2026 • Portcullis House Here is our album for this event: (this opens a new tab - please return to this page after you have taken a look!) View Flickr album A huge thank‑you to the Chairs of APPG on Modern Languages for hosting a
- [Competition: London Logo Competition - 17/12/25](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/report-london-logo-competition-17-12-25/) - On 17th December 2025, The London: City of Languages team was delighted to announce the results of our Logo Competition. We had invited pupils from schools across London to design a logo that would become the basis of our official identity, conveying our aims: 300+ languages. One city. Endless possibilities.London is the most linguistically diverse
- [Visit to St John's Primary School, Friern Barnet 27/02/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/visit-to-st-johns-primary-school-friern-barnet-27-02-26/) - Thank you to Valeria Agostino who encouraged many of her pupils in St John's Primary School, Friern Barnet to enter the Logo Competition, across all year groups. I had the privilege of attending a whole-school assembly, where, along with a good number of parents who also attended, I witnessed the awarding of many certificates for
- [Visit to Jubilee High School 02/03/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/visit-to-jubilee-high-school-2-3-26/) - Helen Myers had the pleasure of meeting Mrs Rachel Heer and a large group of Year 9s at a special assembly held at Jubilee High School. We promoted London: City of Languages ( the Thames is close by!), the Poster Competition, and the value of language-learning for enjoyment, career prospects.. and even love! (Ask Mrs
- [Visit to Frith Manor School, 18/03/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/visit-to-frith-manor-school-18-03-26/) - Nadine Chadier and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Frith Manor School where we greeted by very enthusiastic staff, keen to share all that they do to promote Languages and an International ethos. During our assembly, when Nadine asked the children how many spoke different languages at home, the vast majority of hands were raised
- [Webinar: Celebrating Languages across London - March 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/past-event/webinar-celebrating-languages-across-london-march-2026/) - Many thanks to The British Council who hosted this event on its Teams platform to celebrate innovative programmes, activities, and practice in language teaching and learning across London. Vicky Gough organised the speakers and Lorna Payne managed the tech. The event featured speakers from a wide range of settings, including primary, secondary and HHCL Learning,

## People

- [Prabhu Rajendran](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/prabhu-rajendran/) - Prabhu Rajendran (‘Panchumittai’ Prabhu)Author, Storyteller, and Founder of Oongil Kootam & Panchumittai "I believe in ‘reading for pleasure’ because that is where real learning happens. When children read for pleasure, stories fly across language borders; they experience the taste and aroma of multilingual narratives, making culture more reachable than ever."— Prabhu Rajendran Prabhu Rajendran is
- [NALDIC](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/naldic/) - NALDIC (National Association for Language Development in the Curriculum) is delighted to be a supporter of London: City of Languages! As the UK’s subject association for English as an Additional Language (EAL), NALDIC works to promote research, advocacy and professional development that supports multilingual learners and the educators who work with them. We believe linguistic
- [Nathalie Blondeau](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/nathalie-blondeau/) - Senior Languages Consultant at Harris Federation Nathalie writes: "I am proud to be part of London: City of Languages because I believe every young Londoner should see their languages, identities and cultures recognised and celebrated. As a Senior Languages Consultant, I have worked with teachers and schools across the city to strengthen language learning and
- [Library 4 Multilinguals Ltd](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/library-4-multilinguals-ltd/) - Author and educator Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori is proud to support London: City of Languages, an inspiring initiative celebrating the remarkable linguistic and cultural diversity of our capital. Through books such as "The Parents' Guide to Raising Multi-literate Children" and the graphic novel "In Search of the Lost Words - A Bilingual Time Travel Adventure", Yoshito explores
- [Helen Myers](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/helen-myers/) - Helen is Secretary of the London: City of Languages Steering Group. Invited Trustee and Volunteer for the Association for Language Learning. Language teacher (mainly French, but some German and Italian), and formerly a senior manager in a large mixed comprehensive school. As Chair of the Association for Language Learning's London Branch, I am delighted that
- [Philip Harding-Esch](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/philip-harding-esch/) - Philip is Vice Chair of the London: City of Languages Steering Group. I'm so excited to see the London City of Languages initiative taking shape. I've been interested in the multilingual nature of London ever since working on the LUCIDE project on urban languages. In my work supporting schools, universities and language policy, we're increasingly seeing how powerful
- [Jessika Rabello](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/jessika-rabello/) - PhD Student at University of Westminster and Founder of Casa do Livro- community library of Portuguese language. I am delighted to collaborate with the London: City of Languages initiative. This represents a tangible step towards advocacy, raising visibility, and strengthening recognition of heritage and community languages across this wonderfully diverse city. I have worked with
- [Bernadette Clinton](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/bernadette-clinton/) - Languages Consultant and MA trainer at BCC Bernadette is consultant for languages with Hackney Education Partnership.
- [Bishop Thomas Grant School](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/bishop-thomas-grant-school/) - 17.12.25. Congratulations to Elizabeth for being a winner in the Logo competition. How did you create your logo, Elizabeth? " When creating the logo, I almost instantly thought of the famous landmark Tower Bridge. At first glance, the bridge just connects two sides of the river but it also brings people together, connecting languages and
- [Plashet School, Newham](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/plashet-school-newham/) - 17.12.25.Congratulations to Dhanya, winner of our Logo competition! The results were announced in a news item here. Dhanya's design is on the left, and Dhanhya is smiling ear to ear (or as Ms Louot put it "Dhanya avait un sourire jusqu'aux oreilles") - she's in the middle of the photo - rightly so! What an
- [British Council](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/british-council/) - The learning of languages is essential for developing international and intercultural skills. In our multilingual and multicultural society, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to learn a language and to celebrate their home and heritage languages. The British Council is delighted to support London City of Languages. Initiatives like these play an important
- [ISMLA](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/ismla/) - Adèle Venter, Chair of ISLA writes: "The Independent Schools’ Modern Languages Association (ISMLA) is delighted to endorse London: City of Languages – an inspiring initiative that celebrates the extraordinary linguistic and cultural diversity of our capital ISMLA schools are passionate advocates for modern languages as a means of deepening understanding between people and cultures. We
- [Nadine Chadier](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/nadine-chadier/) - Nadine Chadier, founder and former French lead at a bilingual school in Harrow, endeavours to encourage, value and nurture every child's unique cultural heritage. Nadine writes: As a primary school educator I love building multilingual communities around enriching cultural and linguistic experiences. I thrive on working with London’s Art providers to give every pupil a chance
- [Goethe-Institut London](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/the-goethe-institut-london/) - The Goethe-Institut London contributes to London: City of Languages by sharing its commitment to multilingualism, intercultural dialogue and inclusive language learning As Germany’s cultural institute, we promote knowledge of the German language and foster international cultural exchange. Located in South Kensington, we offer language courses, cultural events and a welcoming library space that connects Londoners
- [Michael Slavinsky](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/michael-slavinsky/) - Michael is Managing Director of ‘Languages for All’ - A programme of The Reach Foundation He writes: “During the 2012 Olympics it felt like London was everyone’s 'home' Games. Our city is home to communities from around the world and we should do all we can to celebrate the languages that come with this diversity.
- [ALL Decolonising Secondary Languages Special Interest Group ](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/all-decolonising-secondary-languages-special-interest-group/) - We believe that the linguistic diversity of London is one of its greatest strengths, enriching our communities, schools and workplaces. We celebrate the many languages spoken across London, recognising them as a vital asset that strengthens our identity as an inclusive, vibrant and outward looking city. Find out more about us on our webpage.
- [Association for Language Learning](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/association-for-language-learning/) - René Koglbauer, Chair of ALL, writes:The Association for Languages (ALL) is proud to support London: City of Languages - a vibrant celebration of the languages used and studied across the capital. ALL members believe in the power of language to connect people, spark joy, and build community. That spirit is encapsulated each year at our Language World conference,
- [Fatima Khaled](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/fatima-khaled/) - Educator, researcher, and advocate for heritage language learners Dr Fatima Khaled writes: "Although much of my work has focused on Arabic learners, I strive to be a voice for all heritage learners. I am passionate about ensuring their identities are valued in education and about creating opportunities for them to thrive. My approach emphasises creative,
- [Lightning Languages](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/lightning-languages/) - Twinkl’s Lightning Languages team is excited to join in the London: City of Languages celebrations! We are proud to have collaborated with the Association for Language Learning (ALL) and the inspiring Sheffield City of Languages initiative to create special free resource collections. For us, language learning is about more than words: it’s about building confidence,
- [Miriam Paridjanian](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/miriam-paridjanian/) - Miriam Paridjanian is a passionate French teacher in a South London primary school, who is an advocate for celebrating the rich multicultural and multilingual society in which she lives and works. She writes: "After ALL's Language World in March 2025 I got a lift to the station from Anna Grainger (whom I’d never met before)
- [Catherine Ames](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/catherine-ames/) - Head of Languages and Lead Practitioner, The Grey Coat Hospital As the Head of Languages and International Ethos in a vibrant London comprehensive school, I am committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of background, has the opportunity to learn at least two modern languages to open up the world in ways they might not
- [Vicky Gough, LCoL Chair](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/vicky-gough/) - Vicky is Chair of the London: City of Languages Steering Group. "I am the Lead for Modern Languages in Schools at the British Council, where I oversee a range of programmes and initiatives that support language teaching and learning across the UK while bringing an intercultural dimension to the classroom. Having managed numerous projects in
- [Judith Rifeser](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/judith-rifeser/) - Past President for the Association for Language Learning (ALL) and former Deputy Honorary Membership Officer. Long-standing ALL London Branch Committee Member. Languages teacher (German, Spanish, Italian and EAL) and CPD Facilitator, Researcher, Filmmaker "London, this wonderfully multicultural and multilingual city, welcomed me with open arms 20 years ago. It became my home away from home
- [Adam Lamb](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/adam-lamb/) - Director of Modern Foreign Languages - United Learning. "Being part of the London City of Languages programme gives us the chance to unite and celebrate the multitude of languages, and even more communities, in the most diverse city in the United Kingdom. Overseeing languages for a Trust which has schools in North, South, East and
- [Mary Heath](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/mary-heath/) - Head of MFL, Woodford County High School for Girls "Many who live, study and work in London speak languages in addition to English. By working together to celebrate and promote the linguistic diversity and richness in London, we will be able to find ways to highlight the importance and enjoyment of languages and of language
- [ALL London](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/all-london/) - The Association for Language Learning London Branch is delighted to support the London: City of Languages initiative. We were honoured to host the first face-to-face brainstorming session at our June 2025 event. Our branch delivers a programme of well-attended events throughout the year, designed to help teachers inspire learners to enjoy and pursue language study.
- [Eva Eppler](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/people/eva-eppler/) - Chair + CLiE, Work Package Lead + RISE UP Horizon Europe Project, Reader in Linguistics + Roehampton University London: City of Languages complements CLiE’s initiatives to link all languages people use, including Home, Heritage and Community Languages (HHCLs), Modern Foreign Languages (MFLs) and English, through Language Awareness and Knowledge about Language / linguistics; RISE UP’s

## Resources

- [Where will languages take me? (June 2026)](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/where-will-languages-take-me-june-2026/) - Video on our YouTube channel: As part of the 'London Festival of Language 2026', three speakers from across London share their own language journeys: the languages they’ve learned, the places to which they have travelled, the people they’ve met, the skills that learning languages have brought them and how they use languages in their work.
- [Lightning Languages Resources](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/lightning-languages-resources/) - Download the resources from the 'Cities of Languages' hub here The Lightning languages team has produced some absolutely superb resources for use in schools to promote London: City of Languages. Read about them on Rosanna's blog, where she describes the following: London: City of Languages | Multilingual Activity Pack Lightning Languages | London: City of
- [Underground overground - a lesson](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/underground-overground-a-lesson/) - Based on the BBC feature 'Underground Languages', Catherine Ames has produced a superb PowerPoint challenging us to 'guess the language' spoken in different parts of London. These slides stimulate thought about London as a City of languages and can be combined with the Logo competition launch. Download the Ppt here.
- [Migrant Voices in Multilingual London, 1560–1600: article](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/migrant-voices-in-multilingual-london-1560-1600/) - Catherine Ames recommends this article: "This brilliant piece by John Gallagher puts multilingual London in a historical context. Fascinating!" Link to article
- [Logo competition + EDoL assembly](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/logo-competition-edol-assembly/) - Thanks to Catherine Ames for generously sharing a lovely Presentation suitable for European Day of Languages and launching the logo competition. Part 1 demonstrates how different cultures interpret colours in a different way - exquisitely illustrated! Part 2 invites participation in the LCoL logo competition. Download Ppt
- [Logo Competition Template - Primary](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/logo-competition-template-primary/) - Many thanks to Valeria Agostino for sharing this template which she is using with her classes. She writes: "I'm absolutely loving the London: city of languages Logo Competition idea ? I've been promoting it with my Y4-Y6 pupils and created a simple one-page template to help kids understand the brief and sketch their ideas. The children
- [Underground Overground – A Journey Through London’s Languages (BBC feature)](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/bbc-feature-underground-overground-a-journey-through-londons-languages/) - This interactive article shared in April 2019 explores the linguistic diversity of London through the lens of the Victoria Line. Featuring census data, community interviews, and visual storytelling, it’s a rich resource for anyone interested in how languages shape our city. It could be a good introduction to our 'Logo Competition'.? Recommended for: teachers, students,
- [Logo Competition Ppt for secondary](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/logo-competition-ppt-for-secondary/) - A ready-made PowerPoint to introduce the Logo Competition to secondary pupils. Feel free to adapt and share improvements. Thank you. Download PowerPoint
- [Logo Competition Ppt for Primary](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/logo-competition-ppt-for-primary/) - A ready-made PowerPoint to introduce the Logo Competition to primary pupils. Feel free to adapt and share improvements. Thank you. Download PowerPoint
- [European Day of Languages 2025 kit](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/resource/european-day-of-languages-2025-kit/) - Link to Superb European Commission page with links to resource downloads.

## Events

- [Eastern European community workshop on language, identity and belonging](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/eastern-european-community-workshop-on-language-identity-and-belonging/) - Are you from an Eastern European background? Join a FREE, friendly community workshop about language, identity and belonging. It's a relaxed, welcoming space to share your story, swap everyday experiences, and connect with others. No experience needed. Just come as you are. What you'll do in the session:- Small-group chats and storytelling- Share your take
- [A Taster in ... Arabic!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-arabic/) - Discover a language where everyday words carry generosity, where expressions of hope and goodwill are woven into conversation, and where the sound of the language has a calm, resonant clarity. Arabic has grown across centuries of scholarship, storytelling, and artistry, and its script - instantly recognisable - forms elegant shapes that invite curiosity. During this
- [Thirukural: The Ancient Tweet](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/thirukural-the-ancient-tweet/) - Come and explore Thirukural: The Ancient Tweet—a fascinating look into a Tamil classic that serves up universal wisdom in bite-sized pieces. Presented proudly by the Directorate of Heritage Language Education (UK) in partnership with Newham London, this special event is a wonderful part of our South Asian Heritage Month 2026 celebrations, honouring the deep richness
- [A taster in ... French!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-french/) - This session will offer a lively introduction to French through the lens of the Francophone community in London. Often described as the “sixth largest French city” due to its large and vibrant French-speaking population, London provides a unique setting where French is actively used in everyday life. The session will focus on practical, real-world language
- [A taster in ... Portuguese!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-portuguese-2/) - Try, hear, and enjoy Portuguese in a fun and welcoming taster session! As part of the London City of Languages – Festival of Languages 2026, this interactive taster session offers a welcoming introduction to the Portuguese Language — one of the many languages that shape London’s rich linguistic landscape. Spoken by over 260 million people worldwide, Portuguese
- [Spanish and Latin American Literature Book Group](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/spanish-and-latin-american-literature-book-group/) - Register to join via the website here Any queries, please contact Event organiser: Disclaimer This event will be organised and delivered by an external provider. Responsibility for content, security and safeguarding rests with the organiser. LCoL does not moderate or manage external events.
- [Online Business Lunch: German and a career in the public sector](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/online-business-lunch-german-and-a-career-in-the-public-sector/) - The Goethe website has full details of this event and a link to registration. Excerpt: In a live online conversation on Monday, 29th June, Sophie Bailey (Derby City Ambassador in Osnabrück, Germany) will speak to the Goethe-Institut about her career and experiences with learning German. Participation in the event is free of charge but we
- [A taster in ... Danish!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-danish/) - With its shared Germanic roots, Danish has more in common with English than many people realise. This interactive taster offers a fast-paced introduction to the language – and you may be surprised by how much you can understand (and say) in just one session. We’ll work with core structures and high-frequency vocabulary to get you
- [A taster in ... Japanese!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-japanese/) - What does Japanese culture and language mean to you? There is a vast geographical distance between the United Kingdom, located on the Western edge of Europe, and Japan, located on the Eastern edge of Asia. However, the UK and Japan share a surprising number of similarities, from their island heritage to their traditional culture. But
- [A taster in … Sylheti/Siloti!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-sylheti-siloti-6/) - An online event. Sylheti is spoken by an estimated 20 million people worldwide — including the majority of British Bangladeshis (over 400,000 speakers in the UK).It has its own ancient script, its own folk music tradition, and is still seeking recognition as a language in its own right.👋 Join us in this free online taster
- [A taster in … Sylheti/Siloti!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-sylheti-siloti-5/) - An online event. Sylheti is spoken by an estimated 20 million people worldwide — including the majority of British Bangladeshis (over 400,000 speakers in the UK).It has its own ancient script, its own folk music tradition, and is still seeking recognition as a language in its own right.👋 Join us in this free online taster
- [A taster in … Sylheti/Siloti!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-sylheti-siloti-4/) - An online event. Sylheti is spoken by an estimated 20 million people worldwide — including the majority of British Bangladeshis (over 400,000 speakers in the UK).It has its own ancient script, its own folk music tradition, and is still seeking recognition as a language in its own right.👋 Join us in this free online taster
- [A taster in … Sylheti/Siloti!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-sylheti-siloti-3/) - An online event. Sylheti is spoken by an estimated 20 million people worldwide — including the majority of British Bangladeshis (over 400,000 speakers in the UK).It has its own ancient script, its own folk music tradition, and is still seeking recognition as a language in its own right.👋 Join us in this free online taster
- [A taster in … Sylheti/Siloti!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-sylheti-siloti-2/) - An online event. Sylheti is spoken by an estimated 20 million people worldwide — including the majority of British Bangladeshis (over 400,000 speakers in the UK).It has its own ancient script, its own folk music tradition, and is still seeking recognition as a language in its own right.👋 Join us in this free online taster
- [A taster in ... Dari!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-dari/) - POSTPONED Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Dari taster planned for 5pm on 16th June 2026 has been postponed. As soon as a new date has been confirmed we will post it here. Thank you for your understanding.
- [A taster in … Sylheti/Siloti!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-sylheti-siloti/) - An online event. Sylheti is spoken by an estimated 20 million people worldwide — including the majority of British Bangladeshis (over 400,000 speakers in the UK).It has its own ancient script, its own folk music tradition, and is still seeking recognition as a language in its own right.👋 Join us this free online taster and
- [Hackney Languages Conference](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/hackney-languages-conference/) - Download programme here. Aims of the annual conference: ● To share examples of good practice in Hackney and beyond and to lookforward to personal and school developments next year 12.30 Lunch and networking 13:10 Gillian Machin, Lead for Languages at the DfE, on progressfollowing the Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAR) 13:30 Paul Thomas (Executive HT
- [A taste in ... te reo Māori](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taste-in-te-reo-maori/) - Kia ora! Join this lively introduction to te reo Māori, the language of the Indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand. This friendly and interactive session will introduce you to a language that has experienced remarkable revival in the past 30 years, and is now a part of everyday life in Aotearoa. We'll learn some simple
- [WoLLoW at work](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/wollow-at-work/) - PUBLIC EVENT A chance to celebrate WoLLoW provision in schools across the country and for any schools interested in introducing WoLLoW to learn more about the benefits. Hosted by: Abigail Dean (Co-Founder of WoLLoW, Norwich School)John Claughton (Co-Founder of WoLLoW)Philippa Studd (Principal of Highgate Junior School and WoLLoW enthusiast!)
- [A taster in ... Tamil!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-tamil/) - Step into a language where every greeting carries warmth, every good wish feels like a blessing, and even simple phrases unfold with musical elegance. Tamil - one of the world’s oldest living classical languages - offers a script that flows like art and sounds that dance with rhythm.In this taster, you’ll explore how Tamil expresses
- [Great Exhibition Road Festival 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/great-exhibition-road-festival-2026-2/) - The Great Exhibition Road Festival is a free annual celebration of science and the arts, held each summer in South Kensington. Join us on 6-7 June 2026 for a special edition marking 175 years since the Great Exhibition of 1851. This year, the festival focuses on the complex history and lasting legacy of the first World Fair – an
- [Great Exhibition Road Festival 2026](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/great-exhibition-road-festival-2026/) - The Great Exhibition Road Festival is a free annual celebration of science and the arts, held each summer in South Kensington. Join us on 6-7 June 2026 for a special edition marking 175 years since the Great Exhibition of 1851. This year, the festival focuses on the complex history and lasting legacy of the first World Fair – an
- [Goethe Institut: Creating the world of Wuschel](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/creating-the-world-of-wuschel/) - Exhibition of Axel Scheffler’s original sketches and illustrations for Wuschel auf der Erde In this exhibition, visitors are invited into the imaginative world of Axel Scheffler through a series of original illustrations. Known to many for iconic works such as The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, Axel here reveals his work created for Wuschel auf der Erde, the Goethe-Institut’s primary German
- [A taster in ... Slovene!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-slovene/) - Step into a language where grammar still keeps a special seat just for two, perfect for best friends, couples, or duos. It’s a rare feature in modern Europe and a great conversation starter for UK audiences interested in how language connects people. Add culture, travel, and a fresh linguistic perspective, and you’ve got something truly
- [Where will languages take me?](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/where-will-languages-take-me/) - A lively, uplifting online session designed to help pupils see the real possibilities that languages open up and to encourage them to continue their language studies to GCSE level and beyond! Teachers can register and project the session 'live' in classrooms, or access the recording later to share with classes. Speakers from across London will
- [A taster in … Estonian!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-estonian/) - “Estonian is a language spoken in North-Eastern Europe” - right or wrong? Actually, you can hear Estonian even in the UK, as there are about 10,000 Estonians living here. It sounds so different from English. Of course, it is not even an Indo-European language. It is the second largest Finnic language with approximately 1 million
- [A taster in … Georgian!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-georgian/) - Georgian is one of the most unique and fascinating languages in the world, with its own ancient script and a rich cultural heritage that sets it apart from any other language family. Curious to discover something truly different? Join us -Keti Kalandadze and Marine Tigishvili - for a one-hour introductory session. We will guide you
- [A taster in … Romanian!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-romanian/) - Romanian, the second most spoken language in London as of 2026. Can you believe it? You are invited to spend an hour with Ramona Gonczol, Associate Professor in Romanian studies at UCL (School of Slavonic and East European Studies), to be introduced to the basics of the beautiful Romanian language, the closest to Latin amongst
- [Goethe Institut: German Day – Culture and Society KS3/4](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-culture-and-society-2/) - Target audience: Key Stages 3-4 with minimum one year of learning German Activities: Workshop on culture and society in Germany (e.g. music, art) Young Goethe Presentation Library Hunt Film screening "Als Hitler das rosa Kaninchen stahl", "Soul Kitchen", "Almanya", or "Die Pfefferkörner" Group prices:1-25 students – GBP 17525-50 students – GBP 35051-65 students – GBP 455
- [Goethe Institut: German Day – Taster Day KS2/3](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-taster-day-ks2-3-2/) - Taster day German Key stages 2-3 – Little to no prior knowledge of the German language Activities: Workshop “German Taster Session” Young Goethe Presentation Library Hunt Movie showing “Pünktchen und Anton” or fairy tale film Group prices:1-25 students – GBP 17525-50 students – GBP 35051-65 students – GBP 455 Participation is free of charge for
- [Goethe Institut: Wuschel German Day – Taster Session - KS2](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-wuschel-german-day-taster-session-ks2/) - Taster day German Key stages2 – Little to no prior knowledge of the German language Activities: Interactive Wuschel exhibition: Pupils learn their first German words and help "Wuschel" with his mission by working in teams to solve tasks and riddles at multi-media stations (approx. 2 hours) Pupils learn more about Axel Scheffler's creation process of Wuschel
- [Goethe Institut: Special German Day – Culture and Society - Pride Month - KS3/4](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-special-german-day-culture-and-society-pride-month-ks3-4/) - Taster day German Key stages2 – Little to no prior knowledge of the German language To celebrate queer culture and society in Germany, we offer a Special German Day during Pride Month. Activities: Workshop on queer culture and society in Germany Young Goethe Presentation Library Hunt Film screening Group prices:1-25 students – GBP 17525-50 students
- [Goethe Institut: German Day - Careers with German - KS4/5](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-careers-with-german-ks4-5-2/) - Target audience: Key Stage 4-5 with minimum two years of learning German Activities: Workshop “Karriere mit Deutsch” Young Goethe Presentation Library quiz Movie showing “Into the Beat” or “Der ganz große Traum” Depending on age and language level of the students, you can pick from a wide range of activities, making the most suitable program
- [Goethe Institut: German Day - Careers with German - KS4/5](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-careers-with-german-ks4-5-3/) - Target audience: Key Stage 4-5 with minimum two years of learning German Activities: Workshop “Karriere mit Deutsch” Young Goethe Presentation Library quiz Movie showing “Into the Beat” or “Der ganz große Traum” Depending on age and language level of the students, you can pick from a wide range of activities, making the most suitable program
- [A taster in ... Portuguese!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-portuguese/) - Try, hear, and enjoy Portuguese in a fun and welcoming taster session! As part of the London City of Languages – Festival of Languages 2026, this interactive taster session offers a welcoming introduction to the Portuguese Language — one of the many languages that shape London’s rich linguistic landscape. Spoken by over 260 million people worldwide, Portuguese
- [A taste of … Cockney!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taste-of-cockney/) - Cockney has long provided the soundtrack to London life. Modern Cockney challenges the idea that “Cockney is dying” by showing how it continues to evolve as a vibrant cultural community -one that embraces diverse backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. It offers a powerful voice for overcoming adversity, tackling social prejudice, and building togetherness among all who
- [A taster in … Albanian!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-albanian/) - Did you know that the Albanian language is a branch of its own within the Indo-European language family? To explore some of the features that make this language so unique, join Dr Mirela Xhaferraj, Albanian Language Tutor at UCL School of Slavonic and East European Studies Short Courses, for an engaging introductory taster session. During
- [Business Lunch with Christoph Weaver](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/business-lunch-with-christoph-weaver/) - In a live online conversation on Friday, 22nd of May, Christoph Weaver (former general manager of BayernLB, London Branch) will speak to the Goethe-Institut about his career and his experiences with German and in Germany. Participation in the event is free of charge but teachers are asked to collect questions from their students and share
- [The ALL London June Event](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/the-all-london-june-event/) - The ALL London June Event 2026 Box Office is open! This event is organised by the London Branch of the Association for Language Learning and is for teachers of languages. We have a lovely programme lined up and are delighted that Catherine Ames is arranging for us to be hosted in her school – Grey
- [Explore, Learn, Connect: A Festival of Languages and Cultures at Goldsmiths](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/explore-learn-connect-a-festival-of-languages-and-cultures-at-goldsmiths/) - This is a private event, by invitation only. The Arabic Teachers' Council in London and Southern England in collaboration with the Teachers' Centre at Goldsmiths, University of London, are hosting a one-day festival of languages and cultures for language teachers to celebrate London City of Languages. Language teachers will participate in: Taster sessions in five
- [Spotkanie z Bajarzem / An Evening with a Storyteller - with Michał Malinowski](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/spotkanie-z-bajarzem-an-evening-with-a-storyteller-with-michal-malinowski/) - An Evening with a Storyteller – a workshop for parents and children aged 6+ We invite you to a very special evening with Michał Malinowski – storyteller, traveller and Director of the Storyteller Museum (Muzeum Bajek, Baśni i Opowieści). This is not just an evening out. It is an experience that awakens imagination, opens hearts
- [A taster in ... Macedonian!](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-macedonian/) - Ever wondered what it’s like to read exactly the way you speak? This South Slavic language makes it possible with its beautifully consistent sound system, what you see is what you say. It’s a fun and rewarding choice for UK learners, offering quick wins alongside a deep dive into vibrant traditions, and everyday expressions. This
- [National Year of Reading through a Polish lens](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/national-year-of-reading-through-a-polish-lens/) - THE HACKNEY LANGUAGE OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL IS POLISH:Join us for a National Year of Reading event through a Polish lens on 29/04/26 at Hackney Central Library 16.30 - 17.30 Join a very special Polish language event at Hackney Central Library! Meet storyteller Michal Malinowski, hear popular Polish stories, and listen to Hackney students
- [Goethe Institut: German Day - Careers with German - KS4/5](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-careers-with-german-ks4-5/) - Target audience: Key Stage 4-5 with minimum two years of learning German Activities: Workshop “Karriere mit Deutsch” Young Goethe Presentation Library quiz Movie showing “Into the Beat” or “Der ganz große Traum” Depending on age and language level of the students, you can pick from a wide range of activities, making the most suitable program
- [Goethe Institut: German Day – Taster Day KS2/3](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-taster-day-ks2-3/) - Taster day German Key stages 2-3 – Little to no prior knowledge of the German language Activities: Workshop “German Taster Session” Young Goethe Presentation Library Hunt Movie showing “Pünktchen und Anton” or fairy tale film Group prices: 1-25 students – GBP 175 25-50 students – GBP 350 51-65 students – GBP 455 Participation is free
- [Goethe Institut: German Day – Culture and Society KS3/4](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-culture-and-society/) - Target audience: Key Stages 3-4 with minimum one year of learning German Activities: Workshop on culture and society in Germany (e.g. music, art) Young Goethe Presentation Library Hunt Film screening "Als Hitler das rosa Kaninchen stahl", "Soul Kitchen", "Almanya", or "Die Pfefferkörner" Group prices: 1-25 students – GBP 175 25-50 students – GBP 350 51-65 students
- [London Festival of Languages 26: Poster competition](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/london-festival-of-languages-26-poster-competition/) - London: City of Languages is coordinating a ‘London Festival of Languages 2026’. The Festival will include a wide variety of activities, both online and face to face, when we can celebrate the rich diversity of languages used, studied, and loved across our city. To advertise this, we need a set of posters to display in
- [Culture week: Bobby Moore Academy](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/culture-week-bobby-moore-academy/) - We are delighted to hear that Bobby Moore Academy celebrates a 'Culture Week' in the week beginning Monday 7th September 2026. It is a private event by invitation only. To find out more, please mail Alina Cekic. Thank you.
- [Mother Tongue Information Event](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/mother-tongue-information-event/) - Our supporter, Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori, invites you to the following event. Register via a Microsoft Form here.
- [A webinar with Julien Violette and Mathilde Bouquin: Getting KS4 French/Spanish students ready for the new GCSE Part 2](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-webinar-with-julien-violette-and-mathilde-bouquin-getting-ks4-french-spanish-students-ready-for-the-new-gcse-part-2/) - ALL London organises webinars for the MFL community and this webinar, held in a Zoom room is open to all MFL teachers. We hope that you will like us and want to join! We thank the presenters, who give freely of their time and expertise. Where possible, most sessions are recorded and available for viewing
- [London City of Languages: Celebrating Languages across London](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/london-city-of-languages-celebrating-languages-across-london/) - The British Council invites you to a London: City of Languages online event celebrating innovative programmes, activities, and practice in language teaching and learning across London. The event will feature speakers from a wide range of settings, including primary, secondary and HHCL Learning, and will offer plenty of practical ideas and takeaways for participants. We will allow
- [St Mary's University Modern Language Poetry Live event](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/st-marys-university-modern-language-poetry-live-event/) - Competition - Poetry Live … en français, auf deutsch, en español By invitation. What is it? Poetry Live is a competition, organised and hosted by St Mary’s University, for Year 8 pupils from schools who regularly host St Mary’s trainee teachers on placement. The focus is on spoken poetry performance in French, German and Spanish.
- [Language Diversity: Foreign Accents and Multilingualism in 21st Century Britain](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/language-diversity-foreign-accents-and-multilingualism-in-21st-century-britain/) - Hosted by: University of East London - School of Childhood and Social Care Convener: Dr Miha Constantinescu Location: The Dome, University House, Stratford Campus Date & Time: 5th November, 13:00 Free to attend – booking required due to limited capacity https://tinyurl.com/MultilingualismUEL A MESSAGE FROM THE ORGANISERS: This interdisciplinary event brings together psychologists, linguists, philosophers, and musicians to examine how language
- [The ALL London June Event 2025](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/the-all-london-june-event-2025/)
- [ALL London January Event 2026: 17/1/26](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/all-london-january-event-2026/) - Please save the date and see the ALL London site for updates.
- [Celebrate European Day of Languages: 26/9/25](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/celebrate-european-day-of-languages/) - The British Council, GCHQ and the National Consortium for Languages Education (NCLE) would like to invite you and your pupils to an online (Microsoft Teams) event at 9am -10am on September 26, to celebrate European Day of Languages. There will be 3 speakers who will share their own language learning journey, the languages that they
- [The ALL London Reception for Trainee Teachers: 13/10/25](https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/the-all-london-reception-for-trainee-teachers-13-10-25/) - You’re Invited! ALL London Welcome Event for Trainee Teachers Free, Friendly & Fun – Monday 13th October 2025 at Senate House, University of London. Are you a trainee teacher of languages – primary or secondary? Join us for a relaxed, sociable late afternoon hosted by the ALL London branch of the Association for Language Learning (ALL) – your national subject

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