School Vocabulary Words

School plays a vital role in our daily lives, whether you are a student or a teacher. Being able to talk about different elements of school life is important for everyone involved.

This reference on school vocabulary helps you learn essential words and phrases needed to thrive in an English-speaking school environment. Understanding these terms will make your daily activities at school more manageable and communication with others simpler.

List of school vocabulary with 7ESL video.

List of School Vocabulary

  • Desk
  • Chair
  • Book
  • Notebook
  • Pencil case
  • Backpack
  • Scissors
  • Compass
  • Pins
  • Clip
  • Pencil
  • Coloured pencil (U.K) – Colored pencils (U.S)
  • Pencil sharpener
  • Stapler
  • Calculator
  • Ballpoint
  • Highlighter
  • Rubber(U.K) – eraser (U.S)
  • Scotch tape
  • Paint
  • Palette
  • Paint brush
  • Protractor
  • Set square
  • Ruler
  • Glue
  • Beaker
  • Flask
  • Test tube
  • Funnel
  • Binder
  • Computer
  • Paper
  • File holder
  • Map
  • Magnifying glass
  • Clock
  • Blackboard
  • Globe

Additionally there are some electronic devices and equipment in school, including:

  • Computer
  • Monitor
  • Interactive whiteboard
  • Speakers
  • Projector
  • Air conditioner
  • Remote control
  • Mouse
  • Keyboard
  • Plug
  • Stereo/ CD player
  • Electronic dictionary
  • DVD/ Video player
  • Fan

List of School Rooms and Places

  • The schoolyard
  • The Principal’s office
  • The classroom
  • The music room
  • The art room
  • The computer room
  • The library
  • The lockers
  • The pool
  • The baseball field
  • The playground
  • The toilet

List of School Subjects

  • Maths (U.K) – Math (U.S)
  • Art
  • English
  • Music
  • History
  • Science
  • Geography
  • Information technology
  • Biology
  • Drama
  • Swimming
  • Physical education

List of People at School

  • Teacher
  • Classmate
  • Coach
  • Cook
  • Janitor
  • Librarian
  • President
  • Principal
  • Professor
  • Secretary
  • Students