NCEA Level 2 English as a Second Language
L2ESL Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms M. Sasaki.
Recommended Prior LearningTeacher recommendation/HOD approval.
Tailored English learning for academic success
This flexible programme is designed for students whose first language is not English and who want to strengthen their language skills to achieve success across the curriculum. At the beginning of the course, students’ English levels are assessed so that learning can be tailored to their individual needs. The course focuses on building confidence and proficiency in English, while also providing subject-specific support in collaboration with classroom teachers. Students gain the skills and strategies they need to succeed not only in English, but in all areas of their learning.
Assessment Information
Assessments consist of different types of writing such as essays, speaking activities like speeches and interactions, vocabulary and grammar revisions.
NCEA Level 3 English as a Second Language
Career PathwaysHistorian, Flight Attendant, Counsellor, Minister of Religion, Trainer, Journalist, Interpreter, Musician, Editor, Corrections Officer, Data Entry Operator/Transcriptionist, Foreign Policy Officer, Radio Presenter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Importer/Exporter, Immigration Officer, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Translator, Private Teacher/Tutor
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery• 1 x 1B8 exercise book.
• Pens and pencils.