Lower Secondary

Lower Secondary (Mathayom 1-3)

Course objectives & methodology

  • To further students' proficiency, fluency and confidence in the primary skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking, with a strong focus on pronunciation)
  • To increase accuracy in grammar and broaden vocabulary in contexts that are relevant to young teenagers
  • To help students build up their own particular strategies and techniques in language learning, making them independent, self-sufficient learners
  • To develop teamworking, critical thinking and analytical skills
  • To develop study skills and strategies to prepare for and succeed in examinations
  • A combination of general and academic subjects in preparation for senior secondary and tertiary studies
  • Assigned homework tasks serve to encourage greater exposure to English outside of class and develop greater learner autonomy
  • A focus on global English provides opportunities for students to understand different cultures and lifestyles

Options for partnership

Class hours: Approximately 200 class hours per academic year per class

Course focus: The skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking with an emphasis on clear pronunciation) and the foundation (grammar and vocabulary) with an emphasis in fostering motivation and a lifelong interest in using English

Class hours: Approximately 100 class hours per academic year per class

Course focus: Communicative abilities (tailored to the skills needs of students)

Class hours: Approximately 30 class hours per course per class 

Course focus: All skills with an emphasis on developing communicative abilities and confidence

Class hours: Approximately 80 class hours per academic year per class 

Course focus: Additional support for the school's English curriculum

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