As we close another school year it is brilliant to reflect on the progress made in skills and confidence for those students who have English as an Additional Language. My 2 days a week in the EALD specialist teacher role allows me to support students in classrooms, withdrawn in small groups or individually, or monitoring and supporting their progress through their teacher.
Reading comprehension, especially the skill of inferential comprehension, remains a focus for many students so it’s important that during the holidays you continue to encourage reading and talking about the book they’ve read. Ask questions, discuss, build lists of new and interesting vocabulary, and remember to have fun with playing games to keep speaking and listening skills in English more fluent.
Eligible EALD students will receive Progress Map levels on their end of year reports. These levels assist teachers to teach, support, monitor and assess students. It is important to note the levels are quite broad, and students may take time to achieve and consolidate every aspect of the level they are working in. Discussions with teachers and end of year meetings to collaborate and moderate levels have been so positive to acknowledge the dedicated effort and progress of these students. I am very proud of the students’ achievement.
Enjoy the summer holidays and whatever celebrations, traditions and rituals your family does.
Kind regards,
Sasha Key
(EALD support Mondays and Tuesdays)