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English as an Additional Language
While respect for cultural diversity is at the heart of TISB, our main teaching language is English, and each student will be required to become a proficient user of English in order to access much of the curriculum. At TISB we look to support students who require additional assistance when English is their second or even third language by providing a comprehensive EAL programme to students of all ages.
On arrival at TISB, English Language Learners (ELLs) will be formally assessed through the Cambridge English ESOL examination system and be graded according to their ability. The Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) will be used to evaluate a student’s level of proficiency in reading, writing and listening. Further to the diagnostic tests the teachers also observe students and group them accordingly. In the senior school the focus will also be on supporting the students with their mainstream subjects.
English language learners learn the English language in a more natural way through an immersion programme.
English language learners are taught within their normal classes.
ELLs follow a programme specifically developed for young learners. Learners participate in a wide variety of curriculum-based activities, acquire content knowledge, develop critical thinking skills and practice English language and literacy.
English language learners are accommodated within the Modern Language classes. The lessons are usually conducted in small groups and are a combination of the Push-In and Pull-Out method.
ELLs follow a programme specifically developed for young learners. Learners participate in a wide variety of curriculum-based activities, acquire content knowledge, develop critical thinking skills and practice English language and literacy
English language learners will be taught when English literature lessons are taught. The lessons are usually conducted in small groups.
ELLs are prepared for various Cambridge ESOL exams such as Key for Schools (KET) and Preliminary for Schools (PET). These exams are aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) with a focus on developing all four skills and helping students progress from one level to another.
English language learners will be taught when English literature lessons are timetabled. The lessons are usually conducted in small groups.
ELLs are prepared for Cambridge ESOL exam First for Schools (FCE). This exam is aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) with a focus on developing all four skills. At this stage the focus is also on supporting the learners with their mainstream English lessons as well.
English language learners will be taught when study lessons are timetabled. The lessons are usually conducted in small groups.
ELLs follow a programme in which language learning skills are developed high-interest thematic topics. At this stage the focus is also on supporting the learners with their mainstream IB English curriculum as well.
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