ESOL
The objective of the English Second Language (ESL) courses are:
- To increase students’ knowledge and understanding of the academic English required for secondary and tertiary study in New Zealand
- To achieve their Literacy requirements
- To learn about New Zealand culture
- To develop confidence in taking part in New Zealand society.
In the Junior classes Year 9 and 10 the IB MYP criteria is followed.
Year 11 is a preparation year for NCEA English in Year 12.
In Year 12 students study Level 1 English and enter both Internal and External NCEA assessments.
In Year 13 students study Level 2 English to gain their University Literacy Requirements through Internal Assessment.
At all levels diagnostic testing is carried out and there is a regular homework programme.
Subjects in this Faculty