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Before the break for Golden Week, the EAL Department held a parent workshop for all parents with students in Primary or Secondary EAL in Years 5-10. The purpose of this event was to allow us the opportunity to meet our parent community, introduce the EAL department and what we do as well as answer any questions.
The workshop covered the following important information:
At BISS, the EAL departments in Primary and Secondary have created a strong curriculum to support our students’ English learning and guarantee an enjoyable learning experience while simultaneously giving them the best possible access to higher educational opportunities.
The parents were introduced to our Cambridge Assessment exams KET, PET and FCE, the IGCSE ESL course as well as IB English B. We looked at how students move seamlessly through these exams, constantly building their English knowledge while obtaining globally-recognised certificates. We spoke about different pathways and exit points, and shared different outcomes and course choices for different students, based on their level of English.
We feel that a student’s success can only be enhanced if there is a close partnership between our teachers, parents, and students. It is only when all of us have a clear understanding of these course requirements and options that we can work towards a diverse choice of courses and achieving each student’s goals for their future and further studies.
The Year 7 residential trip was a resounding success, offering students a rich blend of educational and recreational activities. From exploring Tulou architecture to crafting bows and arrows, making food and tea, and engaging in exciting water activities, the students gained valuable skills, knowledge and memories. The trip not only enhanced their learning but also fostered personal growth and strengthened peer relationships.
The British International School Shanghai proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of its IB Diploma students as they receive an array of extraordinary university offers. Among these stellar offers, a shining pinnacle stands tall—the University of Oxford, a testament to the exceptional academic prowess cultivated within the school's walls.
Assessment in Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is conducted through a TOK Exhibition and a 1600-word TOK essay. The TOK exhibition is an internal assessment component that is marked by the teacher and moderated by the IB. It is an excellent opportunity for students to explore what knowledge is and what impacts how we know things.
Transitioning from Primary to Secondary School is a significant milestone in a child's educational journey. To ease this transition and ensure a smooth start, many schools organise transition days that allow Primary students to experience Secondary School life before the new academic year begins.
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