The EMAS team provides support to Sunderland Schools who have BME pupils who may have EAL needs (English as an additional language). This may include an early assessment of a new arrival in the 4 core areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing followed by a report on the team's findings and recommendations to the school on how best to proceed with the pupil's immersion into school life and the curriculum. A follow up assessment may also take place at a later date.
Training and advice may be available to school staff on techniques to incorporate the EAL pupil and the team may offer recommendations for relevant books, websites etc.
Guidance for sitting GCSEs in the pupil's own language with help to find a qualified speaker/examiner for the speaking section of the exam.
The team also liaise with Sunderland College ESOL Team regarding transition to programmes of work for 16+ pupils.
Criteria for access
The school must have a pupil with English as an additional language on the school roll in order to engage with the service.
Type of service
This is a targeted service for EAL pupils.
Cost to access the service
The service is free to Local Authority maintained schools. Varied charges apply for Academies or Private Schools.
Please contact the team for further details:
- Claire Duckworth - Primary Support - 07557 893 778 - claire.duckworth@togetherforchildren.org.uk
- Ann Harris - Secondary Support - 07557 893 777 - ann.harris@togetherforchildren.org.uk