ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE
At Jesmond Park Academy we have over 500 students who have English as an additional language. In order to support our students with EAL we have a team of experienced specialists working with them in school. We deliver targeted language interventions to improve students’ English language skills. They focus on vocabulary development, phonics, grammar, reading comprehension, and speaking fluency. We also track students’ progress and adjust interventions as needed. Students are given regular assessments, which help measure language development and academic achievement. If you have any questions in relation to EAL please contact Jenan Spires on jspires@jesmondparkacademy.org.uk or 01912818486.
Jenan Spires – Learning Manager for EAL
I teach Mathematics and I am also the Learning Manager for EAL (English as an Additional Language) students at Jesmond Park Academy. I oversee all aspects of EAL in the school have also helped towards the school achieving the School of Sanctuary status. I identify students with limited English proficiency and assess their language needs and then allocate them to staff for targeted intervention.
Three facts about myself:
- I love being creative such as painting and sketching, with a passion for portraits.
- I enjoy relaxing by taking part in yoga classes.
- I can speak Arabic.
Jon Lovatt – High Level Teaching Assistant
I am a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant with a specialism in EAL (English as an Additional Language) at Jesmond Park Academy. I work with small groups of our diverse and multicultural students; enabling them to learn English language skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. We cover the basics of English – from Phonics right through to more complex and challenging tasks, including Reciprocal Reading Comprehension. Working alongside a team of Learning Support Assistants, the aim is to allow all our EAL students to access the whole curriculum, and to enrich their learning experiences. I have many years’ experiences of working in the field of EAL – and apply my skills and knowledge to fun, engaging and meaningful English lessons daily.
Three facts about myself:
- I am a keen musician and can play the drums, piano, guitar and saxophone.
- I have a rescue greyhound and like taking him for walks along the coast.
- I love cinema and enjoy everything from Italian classics, to Hong Kong kung-fu movies, to modern Hollywood blockbusters.