For students with intermediate English and above

From Senior Kindergarten to Grade 10

• Full participation in mainstream classes
• Targeted English support alongside academic subjects
• Focus on academic language, communication and critical thinking

Language support continues up to Grade 10 to ensure every student progresses successfully. 

English Language Learning in the Primary Years Programme (PYP) 

Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 (4 to 13 years old)

The ELL programme ensures multilingual learners can access, engage in and succeed within the PYP.

Language development is embedded within meaningful, concept-driven learning—not taught in isolation.

How ELL Fits into the School Day

Students receive:

• A full academic timetable except for foreign language lessons replaced by 5 English lessons per week
• Push-in support within homeroom class
• Flexible grouping
• Differentiated instruction
• Small-group additional tailored support to student needs

From Grade 7 the focus is on:

• Ongoing ELL support alongside academic subjects
• Advanced academic language and communication skills

Assessment and progression

• Entry via WIDA assessment interview
• Continuous monitoring and support adjustments

Outcomes

• 85–90% of students achieve at least one level of growth each year
• More than 50% exit the programme annually
• Average duration: 2 years

Students are fully ready for academic success in MYP and beyond to graduation.

Why choose CIS for English Language Learning?

• Clear, structured progression from beginner to fluent
• Experienced, expert teachers in multilingual education
• Internationally recognised WIDA assessment framework
• Seamless transition into IB programmes