English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Parent WorkshopOctober 2010

Mr Daniel D’AndreaMrs Rita Rooke-Matthews

The Aim of the EAL Programme

To develop each students’ level of English so they can participate fully within their mainstream class as soon as possible

EAL Organisation at Century Park

Rita Rooke-Matthews (Mrs R-M)Pre-Beginner, Beginner & Elementary

Years 5 and 6

Daniel D’Andrea (Mr D) Pre-Intermediate & Intermediate

Years 5 and 6

EAL Programme

• One hour a day in the EAL classroom

• Support with a specialist teacher in mainstream each day

• Group work with other EAL pupils to reinforce mainstream topics

• Individual support

In the Classroom

National Curriculum for England

EAL lessons provide a sound language base

to support Mainstream work.

Assessment

• Placement tests• Reading levels• Formative work• Summative assignments• Discussions with mainstream staff• Progress Reports and Mid-Term

Reports

The Main Skill Areas

Reading

WritingListening

Speaking

Each (EAL) Pupil is unique.

• Families vary in background.

• Parents have different expectations of their children.

• Pupils have their own language-learning styles.

• Children learn at different speeds.

How can you help at home?

• Speak to your child in English as much and as often as you can.

• Create some “English only” time.

How can you help at home?

• Check the School Diary each day.

• Listen to your child read aloud every day.

• Encourage and praise often.

How can you help at home?

computers Internet stories games songs activities

Every EAL Pupil needs . . .

• A translation dictionary and an English dictionary at home and at school

• A quiet place to do homework• Books to read for pleasure• Encouragement and praise

Useful websites

• www.starfall.com• www.classbrain.com• www.funbrain.com• www.esl-lounge.com