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International Students
Our goal is to help the students develop the English language skills necessary to progress towards proficiency in the acquisition of English as a second language.
Our school community accepts the role of wholly integrating the students into the culture of the school through regular classroom integration, peer support, and opportunities for social interaction through peer groupings thus encouraging success in the acquisition of English language skills. Integration into the regular classroom provides guided instruction and on-going daily support from the classroom teacher and from a specialized ESL teacher, as well as peer interaction at an age appropriate level.
The student has regular daily ESL instruction, with a specialized ESL teacher, on a one-on-one or small group basis, depending on the student's level.
ESL Program
ESL students progress through a series of stages in this process, not exclusive to a particular subject area, but integrated across all areas of the curriculum. The progression in developing second language proficiency sees the students move through four phases of development.
Stage 1: Using English for Survival Purposes
Students at Stage 1 are becoming familiar with the sounds, rhythms, and patterns of English. They try to make sense out of messages, and they show some limited comprehension of "chunks" of language. Their understanding depends on visual aids. They often respond non-verbally or with single words or short phrases.
Stage 2: Using English in Supported and Familiar Activities and Contexts
Students at Stage 2 listen with greater understanding and use everyday expressions independently. They demonstrate growing confidence and use personally relevant language appropriately.
Stage 3: Using English Independently in Most Contexts
Students at Stage 3 speak with less hesitation and demonstrate increasing understanding. They produce longer phrases and sentences. They participate more fully in activities related to academic content areas. They are able to use newly acquired vocabulary to retell, describe, explain, and compare. They read independently and use writing for a variety of purposes.
Stage 4: Using English With a Proficiency
Approaching That of First-Language Speakers.
Source: Ontario Ministry of Education, The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8, "English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development, A Resource Guide", 2001.
We invite all prospective students and families to visit our campus prior to the start of the admission process. We will familiarize you with our facilities, day-to-day procedures, and answer all of your questions as well as give you an overview of the curriculum.
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