South West RIG Meeting on Thursday 29th April 2019 from 14:00 – 16:00 at the University of Bath There was a great turnout for the South West EAL NALDIC RIG convened by Gail Forey at the University of Bath in collaboration with Better Bilingual. The meeting began by a presentation by Prof Xiao Lan Curdt-Christiansen, Read more about South West RIG Meeting[…]
On 28th February 2019 Yasmin delivered, in collaboration with BPTSA (Bristol Primary Teaching School Alliance), CPD on Maths and EAL. The focus was on exploring effective techniques on supporting learners to access the language of Maths. “The strategies shared and understanding the progress required by EAL were the most useful elements. I will be using Read more about Yasmin’s latest session[…]
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)[…]
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[…]
Better Bilingual INSET feedback – January 2019 Title: Understanding the needs and enhancing the learning of learners with English as an additional language with a focus on learners in the earlier stages of English language development. Date delivered: 08.01.2019 by Yasmin School: Primary in Bristol CPD evaluations: “Thanks again, staff have given really good feedback Read more about Recent CPD sessions[…]