English Language
Learners
Our services are provided by native English teachers who have taught at international schools and are licensed and certified in teaching English as a Second Language. Our coaching aims to help students communicate more effectively in both academic and social/ real world contexts. Using resources based on the WIDA and other assessments to find out where your child is in their journey, we create a program based on the school they are attending and the social context.
English learners are challenged to acquire content knowledge simultaneously as they acquire English as an additional language. Suppose a student is new to English and has entered an English medium school. In that case, they must receive support provided by licensed and trained ELL teachers, which is a much further step than a TESOL certification. We help the students transition into schools by focusing on providing support to develop basic interpersonal communication skills and cognitive academic language proficiency.
Please enquire about our outdoor experential learning, so students can practice their social English skills combined with academic langauge around science. We can also offer intensive English support to fast-track students into English medium schools
We can also offer an intensive course, to help fast-track your student to be able to meet the English language level requirements of international schools.
ELL coaches often begin by assessing the student's English proficiency level. This assessment helps them understand the student's strengths and areas that require improvement. We use the internationally recognized WIDA Assessment as a model of our asssessment.
Coaches create personalized lesson plans that address the learner's needs. These plans may focus on grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, conversation skills, comprehension, etc.
Coaches work on helping students improve their spoken English, focusing on clarity, intonation, and pronunciation. They might engage in conversational practice to boost fluency and confidence.
ELL coaches assist with writing skills, covering tasks such as composing essays, reports, emails, and other written communication. They help students develop proper grammar, sentence structure, and organization.
Coaches use various resources, such as audio recordings and videos, to help students improve their listening skills. This includes understanding different accents and spoken language nuances.
Language is often intertwined with culture. Our ELL coaches may discuss cultural aspects that affect language use, social interactions, and communication norms in English-speaking environments.
Many students seek ELL coaching to prepare for English language proficiency exams such as TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). Coaches often offer strategies and practice for these tests.
Our coaches often integrate real-life scenarios and role-playing exercises into lessons, helping students apply language skills to practical situations they might encounter.
Tutors provide constructive feedback and correct errors to help students improve their language accuracy.
Tutors provide constructive feedback and correct errors to help students improve their language accuracy.
ELL coaches provide a supportive and encouraging environment to help students build confidence in using English. This is particularly important for overcoming the fear of making mistakes
