English as a Second Language

Elementary School

All teachers support the English language learning of a student, as well as their subject learning, in the classroom. Students may also receive the following additional supports:

• Support from an ESL/ELD teacher in the subject classroom.
• Tutors – provided several times a week to small groups by an ESL teacher.
• Replacement language program provided by the ESL/ELD teacher.

In elementary school, a student’s English language level will not change what grade they are placed in.

Secondary School

Teachers can provide accommodations or modify curriculum expectations to support students. Additional supports may include:

• ESL/ELD courses – Often combined with another course
• Individual help on a tutorial/resource basis

Students should speak with guidance counsellors about course selection and pathways, postsecondary and career goals with the support of ESL consultant or ESL Itinerant teacher.

When looking at graduation requirements, students may substitute up to three ESL or ELD courses for compulsory English credit requirements. The remaining English credit shall be chosen from one of the compulsory English courses offered in Grade 12.

Adult Learning

Additional supports for English Language Learners are considered to students under the age of 21 through Continuing Education.