January Newsletter – 2024

The General English Students been focusing on practical language skills, honing our abilities to engage in everyday conversations with confidence. From discussing daily routines and expressing preferences to navigating common social situations, we’ve been learning how to communicate effectively in various scenarios. Additionally, we’ve been delving into vocabulary expansion, exploring new words and phrases that are essential for clear and coherent communication. Admissions are still open so spread the word as we are welcoming students from all around the world! 

Courses

English Language

The General English Students been focusing on practical language skills, honing our abilities to engage in everyday conversations with confidence. From discussing daily routines and expressing preferences to navigating common social situations, we’ve been learning how to communicate effectively in various scenarios. Additionally, we’ve been delving into vocabulary expansion, exploring new words and phrases that are essential for clear and coherent communication. Admissions are still open so spread the word as we are welcoming students from all around the world! 

Higher Education

The Higher Education Students are studying hard at the Academy and have been learning a significant amount about Hospitality Management and International Travel and Tourism. Our students took part in a field trip around the local community to explore Hospitality Businesses and how they made changes after the pandemic.

Alumni

Since you have graduated from Docklands Academy London, have you been looking to further your studies? If you are unsure about what to do next, we recommend you have a look at these platforms that will help give you a push forward.

Restaurant Marketer & Innovator European Summit 2024

23 - 24 Jan 2024

The European Summit will focus on marcomms strategies, proposition and concept development, the latest market insights, technology and digital developments, diversification of revenue streams and how brands are adapting to the new normal.

Destinations The Holiday & Travel Show 2024

1 - 4 February 2024

Giving you a wealth of ideas and inspiration for your next big adventure, hundreds of travel brands and dozens of tourist boards from around the world will be showcasing their latest holiday ideas and destinations hotspots for the most discerning and curious traveller looking for new experiences

Upcoming Events

Harris Academy Greenwich

In the coming months, Docklands Academy London will be visiting other schools to take part in careers fayres. We are looking forward to talking to students about our academy and the courses we offer.

Here is a list of future events we will be attending:

 

January 17th – Cleeve Park’s Careers expo

March 22nd – Northfleet School for Girls – Careers Fayre

March 6th & 21st June – Northfleet School for Girls Dream Big Days (masterclasses)

Health and Wellbeing

Charity Golf Day
3 June 2024

Join Hospitality Action for their charity golf day, and take on Bowood’s PGA Golf Course. There will be a day of exciting competitions, team prizes, and individual winners in a number of nearest the pin, and longest drive hole competitions. The day will culminate in a charity auction, prize giving with a delicious 3-course dinner including an arrival drink and wine.

 

To register for the dinner, please click the button below!

Student of the Month

December 2023

Andriana

Congratulations, Adriana! You are our Student of the Month!

 

You were selected based on your diligence and the extent to which you have increased your self-assurance during your first term at DAL.

 

Well Done!

Field Trips

December 2023

Guildhall Art Gallery & Roman Amphitheatre

The Guildhall Art Gallery proved to be an amazing experience for the General English class. We then examined a range of artwork, including paintings and sculptures, before heading underground the gallery to view the remnants of London’s Roman Amphitheatre.

Royal Trip

This excursion was fascinating. We went to a lot of places, like Buckingham Palace, Green Park, Fortnum & Mason, and the Royal Academy of Arts. Each of these locales has a fascinating and regal past. We even had the opportunity to witness the guard-changing parade. Our pupils had a fantastic opportunity to learn about London’s history with this trip.

The General English class had a fantastic time seeing Trafalgar Square’s National Portrait Gallery! They had the opportunity to view an extensive collection of portraits that span the ages, from the eighth century to the present.

Social Calendar January 2024

Here are a few suggestions of what you can do in London this month

Art of Banksy Museum

Until April 15th

This smash-hit exhibition showcases the world’s largest collection of original and authenticated Banksy artworks, featuring more than 150 pieces including prints, canvases, unique works, and ephemera, as well as global exclusives such as the first ever Flower Thrower and Mona Lisa, both on public display for the first time.

The Making of Harry Potter

The Making of Harry Potter in the Warner Bros Studio is a must-see for all Harry Potter fans. You can immerse yourself in a magnificent collection of props, settings, and costumes from the renowned film series.

Show of the Month

The King and I

British teacher and widowed woman, Anna Leonowens, is hired by the King of Siam in efforts to modernise the country. As the pair learn of each other’s traits, their relationship is marred by conflict.

Sport of the Month

Cycling

This month is ideal for ice skating! The Canary Wharf Ice Rink is a short distance from our academy, where you can test your skating prowess and impress everyone!

For enquiries about the sign up process for the show and sport of the month, please contact our Administrator and Library Assistant Oyku Kocakahya at oko@docklandsacademy.co.uk