English Language Learning (ELL) Support: Best Practices for Language Acquisition

At Prasan Gateway International School in Chalong, Phuket, our English Language Learning (ELL) support is meticulously designed to cater to the diverse needs of students from Year 1 to Year 7. We employ a range of evidence-based methods tailored to each student's age and individual language acquisition journey. Our commitment is to foster an inclusive learning environment that not only supports but accelerates English as a Second Language (ESL) development.

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To achieve optimal language proficiency and ensure effective ESL teaching, our dedicated ELL teachers will:

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• Collaborative Lesson Planning: Work closely with homeroom teachers in the strategic planning of units and lessons, adapting resources with a focus on differentiated instruction to meet the specific language needs of ELL students within the classroom. This collaborative approach ensures that language learning strategies are integrated seamlessly into the core curriculum.

• Integrated Curriculum Development: Collaborate with homeroom teachers to create an inclusive model for English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, and inquiry-based learning, ensuring that language acquisition best practices are consistently applied across all subjects. We use content and language integrated learning (CLIL) principles.

• Targeted Language Instruction: Provide targeted English language lessons in small group settings, focusing on the development of essential communication and literacy skills. Our instruction is grounded in second language acquisition theory, emphasizing communicative competence and fluency.
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Our approach is designed to enhance English fluency, build vocabulary acquisition, and develop strong reading comprehension. We believe that by implementing these effective ESL strategies, we empower students to confidently navigate their academic and social environments.