Providing the highest level of English language instruction, while supporting the needs of a diverse student population.
Delivering excellence in English language learning, while supporting the needs of a diverse, international student population is central to our mission at BBIS.
Across all sections of the school, our highly-qualified English language teachers provide targeted small-group support and collaborate with classroom teachers through co-teaching and co-planning. This partnership ensures that every student can access the curriculum and thrive in all subject areas.
At BBIS, we celebrate every student’s journey in English language learning. From the moment they join and at key points throughout the year, we assess their progress using tests, placement reviews, and teacher insights - ensuring every learner receives the right level of support to grow, flourish, and confidently succeed across the curriculum.
EAL IN THE PRIMARY YEARS
In the Primary School, we nurture every student’s English language journey through tailored support that builds confidence and inspires growth.
Students who are new to English join small-group sessions with an EAL specialist, developing language, literacy, and curriculum understanding in a supportive, encouraging environment. Those with intermediate proficiency receive in-class guidance that helps them participate fully and confidently alongside their peers.
Our EAL specialists work closely with classroom teachers to create personalised pathways, ensuring every child can thrive, embrace learning, and reach their full potential.
EAL IN THE SECONDARY YEARS
In the Secondary School (Grades 6 - 10), students who join our English Language Acquisition programme embark on a personalised learning journey that strengthens their English skills while engaging with the same rich content as their peers.
Guided by specialist EAL teachers, students explore similar literature, themes, and global contexts as those in mainstream Language and Literature courses - developing proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, alongside the confidence and critical thinking skills to thrive across the curriculum and beyond.
Students also benefit from collaborative support from EAL specialists in Humanities and Science, as well as through our Learning Lab. Scheduled during French, Spanish, or Drama lessons, the Learning Lab provides targeted interventions, mentoring, and personalised guidance in academic subjects, academic writing, and study skills - empowering students to reach their full potential.
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