German B - Copenhagen International School

EAL Department
Copenhagen International School uses English as the primary language of instruction. CIS provides
language support for all students whose first language is other than English in order that they gain
equal access to the curriculum as well as the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of school
life.
The EAL department at Copenhagen International School aims to provide a highly flexible and
student centered program that emphasizes the skills needed for the student to make a smooth
transition into all mainstream courses, both academically and socially.
The aim of the EAL program is to integrate LEP (Limited English Proficiency) students into the whole
of the curriculum as quickly as possible by:
a) bringing each student’s English up to a level where he/she can function satisfactorily in
regular academic classes
b) paralleling the skills and content of the regular classes, but in a modified language that
is suitable for the EAL student
c) helping students to understand cultural differences and to adapt to the culture and
expectations of an international school
d) supporting students in the transition from EAL classes to mainstream classes
e) assisting students in becoming socially integrated
The EAL department recognizes the importance of continued Mother Tongue development and
strongly supports the concept of additive bilingualism. All languages and cultures are respected
and valued in and out of the classroom.
EAL support in the Middle Years Program is provided on a number of different levels depending on
the individual needs of the student:
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