Supporting our families with English as an additional language

 

We are committed to supporting our EAL (English as an Additional Language) families to ensure every child can thrive in school. Our team works closely with parents and carers to provide language support, translated information, and guidance on how to help children with their learning at home. We also offer targeted support for pupils in class, including small-group or one-to-one sessions, so they can build confidence, develop their English skills, and fully access the curriculum. By working together with families, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment where all children have the opportunity to succeed.

How we support your child with English in school

• We immerse children fully in English language in the classroom.

• All staff model excellent English.

• We offer your child additional support in class where appropriate.

• We use consistent and recognisable symbols throughout the classrooms and school building.

• We have a range of dual language texts in our language library.

• Teachers use the Bell Foundation to uncover any specific areas of language need that your child has.

Useful links and resources

Website

It matters to us that we communicate clearly with you. To access the school website in your home language, click top right on the homepage where it says ‘translate’ as shown below.

Phonics

If your child is still learning phonics they will follow our Little Wandle approach to learning to read. Click the Little Wandle icon below for further information about how Little Wandle supports EAL children learning to speak English.

Maths

Your child will learn Maths following the Oak National Academy framework. This link will show you the progression of your child’s learning and also provide invaluable videos which demonstrate the Maths methods your child is learning.

What is my child learning?

If you would like more information about the topics your child is learning, including vocabulary linked to that topic, you can find it as below. Click on your child’s Phase (EYFS and Y1 are Phase 1, Years 2 and 3 are Phase 2 and Years 4,5 and 6 are Phase 3) and then your child’s year group.

How can we help you?

There is support available for EAL adults in our local area of Congleton, Macclesfield and Crewe.

To access free English classes, send your full name, date of birth and residential status to this email address: AdultAndFamilyLearning@cheshireeast.gov.uk

There is a waiting list, but you will be contacted when there is space. 

If you have any questions or concerns, contact Lauren Jenner, our EAL coordinator on l.jenner@parkroyalcs.org