Explore our seven calls to action for the new Government to integrate children who use EAL.
There is currently a great deal of interest in the future of the early years sector. This is clearly a priority as early experiences shape later life chances. However, little attention has been paid in these discussions to children in this age group who speak English as an Additional Language (EAL). Many of these children … Continued
Amidst the generative AI frenzy which has taken the world by storm, last week world leaders descended on Bletchley Park to discuss where next and how to keep us and this technology safe. On the question of AI in education, what might this mean for children who speak English as an Additional Language (EAL)? … Continued
Responding to the Education Select Committee’s report on persistent absence to which The Bell Foundation gave oral evidence, Diana Sutton, Director said:- “In our evidence we highlighted the absence rates of children who speak English as an Additional Language (EAL). We welcome the Committee’s attention to this and the recommendation that further research should be … Continued
Just over one in five learners in schools in England these days are using English as an Additional Language (EAL), yet early career teachers feel least prepared to teach in multilingual classrooms compared to other training areas. How can early career teachers support the wealth of cultural and linguistic backgrounds in their classrooms? How can … Continued
Misconceptions about pupils who use English as an Additional Language (EAL) are widespread and enduring. In England, there are more than 1.7 million EAL pupils in primary and secondary schools. Much discussion focuses on EAL learners as one homogenous group, but behind the headlines of “average statistics” lies a huge level of complexity. “EAL learners” … Continued
The summer is here, and for many of us, that means an opportunity to catch up on our reading. Because we know you’re passionate and may include work-related reads despite being on holiday, we have curated a handy summary of some of our most popular blogs, articles, and guidance from this school year. Expect … Continued