9ELang

Year 9 English Language

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms R. Philipson.

This is a 10- week language course designed for students who have recently arrived in New Zealand. The aim is for students to establish basic English language skills. The focus will be establishing essential reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, so students can continue to learn from a solid foundation.

Prerequisites

Progression within the English Language programme is based on in class testing and teacher discretion. It is of benefit for students to pursue GC English Language courses

in conjunction with GC English courses.  

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Vocabulary workbook $20
Stationery required: 1B8 exercise book, pencil, eraser, blue and black pen, glue stick.

Pathway

Assessment Information

Assessment will be based on class work and the four modes of speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Disclaimer


  • Some students’ courses may not fit the timetable when it is prepared so you may be contacted and asked to re-choose. 
  • If you do not make sufficient progress in the remainder of the year (i.e. in your entrance exams, course work and end-of-year exams), you may not be accepted into the subject of your choice