This session for KS1/KS2/Secondary school staff aims to raise awareness of what is and what is not comprehensible, accessible English Language for learners who use EAL, particularly those who are New to English or in the Early Acquisition stages.

The session considers what makes English difficult to understand and introduces a range of easy-to-use strategies for giving instructions and checking understanding which can be used both in and out of the classroom.

Who is this session for?

The session is relevant for all members of staff within the school setting, from administrators to teachers and senior leaderships teams.

How long is the session?

The session lasts one hour and 30 minutes.