English Language Learning
English Language Learning (ELL)
Sri KDU SJ has a culturally diverse community with over 60 nationalities represented among the student body. Some students may require individualized support to cope with the English-based curriculum.
The school identifies students' additional English language learning needs through assessments such as the CAT4 Entrance Assessment and Speaking and Learning Assessment. Services for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students are provided by endorsed teachers and focus on grammar, vocabulary, and language development across listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills. An ELL teacher works together with classroom teachers to support students' academic progress.
The ELL program involves both "pull-out" and "push-in" classes and may incur additional charges. Parents/guardians are notified and must give consent before ELL services are provided in accordance with students' ELL Educational Plans.
English Language Proficiency Assessment
Early Years
Children entering in Early Years are not formally assessed prior to enrolment. After joining the English-speaking environment, the Head of Early Years may suggest for a student to get extra support. An ELL teacher will step in to the classroom to intervene and support.
Primary Years
Students entering Year 1 through to Year 6 are required to sit the GL assessment (CAT4). The results determine whether a student needs English Language Learning (ELL) intervention to access the curriculum which is taught in English.
Should the GL assessment determine that the student needs ELL intervention, the classroom teacher is informed. With an eye on the English proficiency level in listening, reading, speaking and writing, the classroom teacher further assesses the student using the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and provide corresponding bands of competencies in each skill.
If it is evidenced that the student is on band C and below, he/she will be placed in one of two stages of the ELL Immersive Programme. Participation in the ELL programme is compulsory. ELL fees are not included in the tuition fees and will be billed separately.
*PRIMARY: LEVEL2 – RM950/ LEVEL 3 – RM 1500
Subject to Change)
Tuition Fees
ELL SUPPORT | CAT 4 - VERBAL SAS | CEFR BANDS |
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Stage 2 | 86-95 | B & C |
Stage 3 | 85 and below | A & B |
Secondary Years (Years 7 - 9)
Students entering Year 6 through to Year 9 are required to sit the GL assessment (CAT4 and PTE). The results determine whether a student needs English Language Learning (ELL) intervention to access the curriculum which is taught in English.
Should the GL assessment determine that the student needs ELL intervention, the English-subject teacher is informed. With an eye on the English proficiency level in listening, reading, speaking and writing, the English teacher further assesses the student using the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and provide corresponding bands of competencies in each skill.
If it is evidenced that the student is on band C and below, other subject teachers are consulted to further understand if the student is able to access the different syllabi. The student will, then, be placed in one of two stages of the ELL Immersive Programme.
Participation in the ELL programme is compulsory. ELL fees are not included in the tuition fees and will be billed separately.
ELL SUPPORT | CAT 4 - VERBAL SAS | PTE - ENGLISH SKILLS ST | PTE - READING COMPREHENSION ST | CEFR BANDS |
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Stage 2 | 86 - 95 | 4 - 5 | 4 - 5 | B & C |
Stage 3 | 85 and below | 3 or below | 3 or below | A & B |
Secondary Years (Years 10 - 11)
Students entering Year 6 through to Year 9 are required to sit the GL assessment (CAT4 and PTE). The results determine whether a student needs English Language Learning (ELL) intervention to access the curriculum which is taught in English.
Should the GL assessment determine that the student needs ELL intervention, the English-subject teacher is informed. With an eye on the English proficiency level in listening, reading, speaking and writing, the English teacher further assesses the student using the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and provide corresponding bands of competencies in each skill.
If it is evidenced that the student is on band C and below, other subject teachers are consulted to further understand if the student is able to access the different syllabi. The student will, then, be placed in one of two stages of the ELL Immersive Programme. Participation in the ELL programme is compulsory. ELL fees are not included in the tuition fees and will be billed separately.
Participation in the ELL programme is compulsory. ELL fees are not included in the tuition fees and will be billed separately.
ELL SUPPORT | CAT 4 - VERBAL SAS | CEFR BANDS |
---|---|---|
Stage 2 | 86 - 95 | B & C |
Stage 3 | 85 and below | A & B |
Year 10 and 11 students might also be required to participate in ELL booster classes as part of their after-school extra-curricular activities. This is so that they can maintain and constantly improve their level of English language proficiency. Participation in the after-school ELL booster classes is compulsory should the school deem it necessary for the student.
We visited numerous international schools in Klang-Valley and Sri KDU Subang Jaya was not even on our list. Reason being it is way out of our travelling radius. However, we are glad we made the visit to the school before our final call, and it was the best decision ever! It was a huge transition period for us during the first 2 weeks into school, but the school’s team (Teachers, Administrative and Parent’s Teacher Association) made us feel right at home. We were given clear guidance and was kept well informed on the happenings in the school. My daughter blended into the community quite well with the care provided by the Homeroom teacher. All the teachers here are the kindest, as she told me. She looks forward to going to school and has become more disciplined in terms on knowing what tasks she needs to complete daily. She has gained so much confidence during this short period of time and was given the encouragement to explore and develop her abilities here. She was just selected as the new Primary House Captain for Year 6 AY2022/2023.
Every parent want to find the ‘perfect’ school for their child and are afraid of making the wrong decision. For us, as long she is safe and happy, we believe, she will eventually find the way to her own success.