Directions and hospital departments
English A1 free pack: public practice, functional English and clinical bridge tasks
Theory
1. Introduction and context
Directions and hospital departments is a A1 English lesson. Ask for and give simple directions inside a city or clinic. Level: A1.
- Context: hospital navigation.
- Task type: functional communication.
- Final product: a directions dialogue.
2. Model dialogue and vocabulary
Read the model dialogue first, then use the vocabulary list to replace details without changing the structure.
- Model phrase 1: Go straight ahead.
- Model phrase 2: The ward is on the right.
- Vocabulary focus: left; right; straight ahead; entrance.
3. Grammar and examples
A1 learners must connect grammar with the exact topic, the lesson vocabulary and the practice scenario.
- Use imperative forms.
- Use next to/opposite/on the left.
- Keep route instructions short.
- Example: The lift is next to the entrance.
4. Practice plan
Practice follows the same sequence as open language textbooks: demonstration, vocabulary, controlled practice, grammar, then independent production.
- Complete the fill-in task before free writing.
- Use role-play or recording to train speaking.
- Finish with one written answer and one self-check against the lesson goal.
Vocabulary and model dialogue
Learner: Excuse me, where is the cardiology ward?
Staff: Go straight ahead and take the lift.
Learner: Thank you, so the ward is on the second floor.
Practice
Practice 1: Dialogue demonstration
Read the model dialogue for "Directions and hospital departments". Mark the opening, the key question and the closing action.
Output: Three labels inside the dialogue.Practice 2: Vocabulary and fill-in
Use the model phrase "Go straight ahead." and replace one element each time: appointment, document, symptom or time.
Output: Five completed sentences with lesson vocabulary.Practice 3: Role-play or audio
Create a short A1 dialogue for hospital navigation. Include opening, task question, answer and next step.
Output: Six to eight lines or a 60-90 second recording script.Practice 4: Written production
Use the same language pattern in a real pathway context: hospital navigation.
Output: One final answer: a directions dialogue.Interactive tasks
Interactive 1: Vocabulary match
Match 8 lesson terms to meanings, then use 3 terms in sentences about hospital navigation.
Interactive 2: Fill the gaps
Complete a short A1 paragraph using the model phrases and vocabulary from "Directions and hospital departments".
Interactive 3: Sentence order
Put a scrambled A1 answer into correct order. Start with the model phrase and add one detail.
Interactive 4: Listening or dictation
Listen to or read the model dialogue. Write the key numbers, actions, connectors or warning signs for hospital navigation.
Interactive 5: Mini checkpoint
Answer one functional communication prompt using only the topic content from this lesson.
Quiz
The correct answer uses the model for hospital navigation.
This lesson checks functional communication in the context of hospital navigation.
The vocabulary is selected for hospital navigation.
The answer must use the lesson vocabulary and complete the stated task.
The checkpoint is passed by applying the exact lesson pattern to hospital navigation.