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CATHERINE BRENNAN

Senior Education Consultant

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EAL Academy Associate as of January 2018

YASMIN MALIK

Senior Education Consultant

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EAL Academy Associate as of January 2018

STEPHEN BRAY

Senior Education Consultant

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EAL Academy Associate as of January 2018

EVIE DICKINSON

Digital Marketing Manager

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“Thank you for your support this year. I feel a lot more confident about my role and ability to support staff appropriately.”

EMA lead, Primary School, Bath

“Thank you. You’re always very engaging and enthusiastic. Your knowledge in this area is incredible!”

Teacher, Primary School, North Somerset

“Thank you. All your work with us since last year has made a huge positive difference in our day nursery.”

Manager, Day Nursery, North Somerset

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Latest news

NALDIC South West RIG Meeting 20.11.18 – Summary by Catherine Brennan

This NALDIC South West Regional Interest Group (RIG) Meeting was facilitated by Catherine Brennan and Yasmin Malik of Better Bilingual on Tuesday 20th November 2018 at Two Mile Hill Primary School, Bristol. Catherine shared personal highlights from this year’s NALDIC26 Conference, held in Leeds on 17th November 2018, before Yasmin introduced our first guest speaker, Read more about NALDIC South West RIG Meeting 20.11.18 – Summary by Catherine Brennan[…]

Better Bilingual EAL Network Meeting (Bristol) – November 2018

Better Bilingual EAL Network Meeting (Bristol) Tuesday 27th November 2018 – Cotham School With such a busy time of year for schools, Better Bilingual was privileged in being able to hold their EAL Network Meeting (Bristol) at Cotham school this term. Local and national key updates were provided by Better Bilingual, led by Yasmin Read more about Better Bilingual EAL Network Meeting (Bristol) – November 2018[…]

Better Bilingual EAL Network Meeting (BANES) – November 2018

Better Bilingual EAL Network Meeting (BANES) Tuesday 13th November 2018 – Cotham School The second Better Bilingual EAL Network Meeting (BANES) took place on 13th November 2018 at Combe Down Primary, led by Catherine Brennan. This gathering was well attended by a range of education professionals from infant, primary and secondary schools as Read more about Better Bilingual EAL Network Meeting (BANES) – November 2018[…]

NALDIC 26 Conference – 17th November 2018 – Leeds Beckett University

Another well-organised NALDIC conference, another valuable opportunity to spend a day immersed in all things EAL – this time in the stylish Cloth Hall Court conference centre at Leeds Beckett University. The focus this year was ‘Evidence informed practice for EAL’ which fits in perfectly with our Bell Foundation principles. As well as hearing Read more about NALDIC 26 Conference – 17th November 2018 – Leeds Beckett University[…]

My First NALDIC Conference – Catherine Brennan

Even as a regular visitor from Bristol, the excitement of a trip to ‘the Big Smoke’ surprises me every time; on Saturday 18th November, there was a further feeling of anticipation as I ventured to my first ever NALDIC conference at Kings College, London. I was not alone, however. Always keen to spend time with Read more about My First NALDIC Conference – Catherine Brennan[…]

Learning Village

Learning Village – online EAL resources for learners aged 6-14 years old Better Bilingual is currently working in partnership with several primary and secondary schools in Bristol and North Somerset to pilot and support with the implementation of ‘The Learning Village’ This comprehensive online English language resource has been developed by author /director Caroline Scott Read more about Learning Village[…]

Benefits of using First Language to support learning

Benefits of using First Language (L1) to support learning “The use of the first language does much to maintain confidence and self-esteem because it is a signal that the classroom includes the child. It says: ‘We accept your language and – by implication – your family, your ethnicity and your culture.’” (Learning to Learn in Read more about Benefits of using First Language to support learning[…]

Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme (VPRS)

Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme (VPRS) – January 2018 Here is the latest information about a specific funding source for children of families relocating under the government’s Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme….. In addition to money provided for local authorities through the Schools Block units of funding as an EAL factor, designed to support EAL Read more about Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme (VPRS)[…]

EAL Funding Updates

EAL Funding – latest information – January 2018 When working with individuals or groups of teachers in schools or in the context of CPD delivery, we at Better Bilingual are often asked about funding sources to support schools to meet the needs of bilingual learners. Here is the latest available information….. Schools revenue funding – Read more about EAL Funding Updates[…]

World Day for Cultural Diversity – 21st May

Did you know that… 21st May 2018 is ‘World Day for Cultural Diversity’? “The day provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the values of cultural diversity and to learn to “live together” better.” “…enhancing our understanding and acceptance of different cultures.” In 2001, UNESCO adopted the Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity and in Read more about World Day for Cultural Diversity – 21st May[…]

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