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EAL resources to support your induction to English in the curriculum
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Template for reflection on provision
A template for reflection on the quality of your provision and next steps.
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Correction code
A simple marking code for marking the work of lower-ability groups of EAL learners, which both you and your learners can quickly understand.
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Behaviour for learning chart
A printable behaviour for learning chart with space for translation.
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Easter resource
A members-only printable resource about Easter traditions that includes resources for speaking, listening, reading and writing.
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Classroom instructions flashcards
Scaffolded flashcards to lead learners in steps from speaking and listening to writing. Topic: Classroom instructions

Lockdown engagement activities
Instructions and examples for remote games to engage learners during remote lessons.
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Graphic organiser template
A graphic organiser template for a report text that can be used in a number of different ways.
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April Fool's Day resource
A printable resource about April Fool's Day and fictional news stories that includes resources for speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Hygiene text resource

Vocabulary for hygiene, infection and cleanliness, using an instructional genre.

Hygiene text deconstruction and reconstruction
Text-based deconstruction and reconstruction activities for learners. Topic: Hygiene.

Rainforest reading comprehension
A reading comprehension resource about rainforests, including flashcards, gap fills and more.

Tips for choosing a book to read
A useful tool to act as a prompt for your learners as they seek out books to ignite their passion for reading.
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Summer Reading Bingo Challenge
A fun bingo game to challenge your class over the summer - who can complete all the activities on the card?

Observation of pupil chart
A chart to record learner behaviours and their frequency.
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EURO 2020 learner resources
This resource includes substitution tables and flashcards on the EURO 2020 football league that is going to start on 11th June 2021. Teach your learners about player positions and participating countries with our flashcards, and let them express their views on who will win using our simple and expanded sentence creators.

Royalty flashcards: Queen Elizabeth II
Scaffolded flashcards to teach learners about Queen Elizabeth II.

Celebrating Cultural Diversity Resource
An incredible, in depth resource celebrating cultural diversity, with activities for speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Phonics tricky words flashcards
Printable flashcards for learning phonics tricky words.
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Phonics tricky words assessment sheet
Phonics tricky word assessment for phases 2 to 5.
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EAL teacher guidance

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Vocabulary: What should we teach, and how?
26/04/2023
Listen up! A ‘What’ and ‘Why’ EAL Checklist for Nurturing Great Listeners
12/04/2023
How to encourage EAL parents to become involved in their children’s education
13/03/2023
In Celebration of Mother Tongue
09/03/2023
Tips for mainstream teachers to support EAL learners
20/01/2023
EAL Learners: Combating Bullying
15/11/2022
Written corrective feedback: Investigating beliefs and practices
29/10/2022
Steps for a Successful Transition for New Arrivals
09/09/2022
Supporting students with basic literacy skills
07/09/2022
The importance of enjoying a good read
01/09/2022
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