EAL Planning Strategies for Ofsted
CPD Session for Teachers Effective Strategies for Supporting English as an Additional Language Learners Meeting Ofsted Expectations
Starter Activity: EAL Reflection
Think about an EAL learner in your class What challenges do they face? What strategies have you tried? Share with a partner for 3 minutes
Understanding EAL Learners
Students learning English alongside curriculum content May be fluent in other languages Different stages of English acquisition Cultural and linguistic diversity as strengths
Ofsted Expectations for EAL
Quality of education for all pupils Effective assessment of EAL progress Appropriate curriculum adaptations Evidence of inclusive teaching practices
Assessment Strategies
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Planning for Language Development
Pre-teach key vocabulary Provide visual supports and scaffolding Plan for speaking and listening opportunities Include collaborative learning activities
Strategy Workshop: Scaffolding Techniques
Choose a topic from your subject area Identify 5 key vocabulary words Design visual supports for these words Plan a speaking activity using the vocabulary Share your ideas with the group
Classroom Environment Strategies
Display key vocabulary prominently Create word walls with visual supports Provide bilingual dictionaries and resources Establish talk partners and peer support
Discussion: Overcoming Challenges
What barriers might EAL learners face? How can we address silent periods? What about parental engagement? How do we balance support with independence?
Action Planning and Next Steps
Identify one EAL strategy to implement this week Plan how to evidence impact for Ofsted Schedule follow-up observations Access further CPD resources and support