Warwick Academy Language Policy: Equipping Students with Strong Language Skills, Exams of Communication

Download Warwick Academy Language Policy: Equipping Students with Strong Language Skills and more Exams Communication in PDF only on Docsity! Warwick Academy ‘so much more than a place to learn’ Language Policy MISSION STATEMENT Building on centuries of excellence, we provide an international educational environment designed for our diverse student body. Our innovative curriculum is delivered with a commitment to personalised pastoral care and enhanced by a dynamic co-curricular programme. We strive to create a culture of collaboration so that our students can become lifelong learners, global thinkers and successful leaders. CURRICULUM MODEL NOTES Dated: January 2020 To be reviewed: September 2022 Staff involved: HSC, AOO, LTA, AR Philosophy We believe that it is essential to focus on the acquisition of strong language skills in order to equip students with the tools for effective communication, development and learning. It is our belief that all staff members have a role to play in the language development of each student. Language is a universal element across the curriculum. It is our aim to instil in each student the qualities and attributes of the IB learner profile in order to equip students with the knowledge and skills for life in the international community beyond Warwick Academy. School language profile Currently there are few students who have a first language other than English. These students are supported individually in regular classrooms with no external support at this time. The school is currently working on integrating information about mother tongue and first language into our student management system. With this information, more informed decisions while reviewing this policy can be made in the future. Key understandings Language consists of:  Oral language  Written language  Reading and responding  Listening and responding  Viewing and processing  Presenting Expectations: Students will be able to:  Communicate effectively in the language(s) of instruction;  Use language skills in a cross- curricular context.  Develop the skills to access and use information (in accordance with the academic honesty policy)  Appreciate the importance of language acquisition English is the language of instruction and communication at Warwick Academy. Additionally, each subject has its own specific rubric and vocabulary. As per our developing literacy guidelines for the school, it is essential that the subject teacher gives each student the required language support and tools, according to the student’s individual needs.