English Language Learners
The Central Okanagan School District welcomes students from all over the world. Our schools are committed to creating a safe, caring and academically challenging environment for your child, whether they are a beginner or a more advanced English Language Learner. Our qualified teachers provide direct and indirect instructional support, depending on the proficiency level and unique needs of each student. We focus on helping all students develop their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, as well as strategies for social and academic success. Students are funded to receive additional ELL instruction for up to a maximum of 5 years.
ELL Proficiency Levels
- Beginning
- Developing
- Expanding
- Consolidating
- Bridging
Elementary & Middle Schools
ELL teachers are in all the elementary and middle schools
a. Pull out and push in support for Beginning and Developing ELLs
b. Push in or indirect service for Expanding, Consolidating and Bridging ELL
c. Classroom support for Beginning and Developing Kindergarten ELLs