A day at our General English adult classes

At Languages United, every lesson is more than just studying—it’s an immersive experience where learning is combined with different skills to stimulate the brain and make the process as engaging and natural as possible.

It’s a cold February morning, and students from around the world arrive at the school. Good morning, Nassima! Good morning, Maria! Good morning, Mika! Good morning, Nana! Otsukaresama! Smiles all around. Our Student Happiness team, Sanela and Marianne, greet everyone warmly as they walk in, and the day begins.

Upstairs, in the classrooms, the atmosphere is already lively. Music plays softly from Alexa, setting a welcoming tone. Teachers get the students mingling with warm-up activities—laughter, chatter, and motivation fill the air. The learning has begun.

More than just a break: the power of play

After an intense morning of focused learning, it’s break time. Students make their cuppa—tea, coffee, or hot chocolate—helping themselves to a little comfort before heading into the Breakroom. But here, a break isn’t just about pausing—it’s about re-energising.

Dan, our Director, encourages a game of Jenga or Uno with Lily, our Enrolment Guru, and soon, others join in. You might wonder, why games?Shouldn’t a break just be about rest? Actually, Jenga is doing more than it seems.

The brain at play: why Jenga helps language learning

When students play Jenga, they’re doing more than just stacking blocks. Research shows that combining hand-eye coordination with cognitive engagement enhances neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to adapt and grow. Games like Jenga stimulate different brain regions, keeping students mentally agile and more receptive to learning when they return to class.

Playing also strengthens focus, patience, and problem-solving—all crucial skills for mastering a new language. Plus, it’s a social activity, helping students bond across cultures, practice speaking, and naturally absorb new vocabulary. And, unlike scrolling on a phone during a break, Jenga brings students into the present moment, improving mindfulness and making them more engaged in their surroundings.

Learning, connections, and a shared experience

At Languages United, our General English classes are built around small, internationally mixed groups to maximise engagement and interaction. The January intake has turned out to be a fantastic group—one of those rare ones that just click perfectly. They support each other, laugh together, and even created their own tradition: Foodie Fridays, where they share their cultures through food, teaching us all something new about what really matters in life.

(But yes, that’s a blog for another day… 😉)

For now, the lesson continues, and as students head back to class, their minds are refreshed, their focus sharper, and their motivation strong. All thanks to a well-balanced blend of learning, play, and human connection—the magic of studying English at Languages United.