At School Theme Cards

The At School Theme Cards are a visual language resource designed to support students in learning, recognising and confidently using school-related vocabulary in the target language.

Each card combines a clear image with the matching word or phrase in the target language, supporting comprehension by linking meaning directly to language. This visual–text pairing helps students recognise vocabulary quickly and supports accurate recall during speaking and listening activities.

Designed for classroom teachers, specialist language teachers and homeschoolers, these Theme Cards function as an instructional tool that supports explicit teaching, guided practice, and active use of the target language.

How these Theme Cards support target language learning

• Provide visual and written input of school-related vocabulary in the target language
• Support comprehension by linking images directly to meaning
• Reinforce functional language used in everyday school contexts
• Enable students to independently recognise and use vocabulary

Classroom use

• Introducing and reinforcing school-related vocabulary
• Oral language activities about school routines and settings
• Matching, sorting, and categorising tasks
• Revision and consolidation of vocabulary

Pair with matching resources

These Theme Cards work alongside the At School Vocabulary Chart, At School Word Cards, Mix ’n’ Match Cards, and Bingo Games to support a progression from visual input → structured practice → active use of the target language.

Text: Mathematics, music, library, lunch, science, english, physical education, health, recess, spelling, social studies, principal, deputy principal, canteen, basketball courts, tennis courts, school office, siren, art and craft, speech and drama, teacher, schoolbag, classroom, woodwork and metalwork, home economics, gardener, language, assembly, toilets, school oval, school report, playground.