English Language Learners (ELL) are those whose primary language of the home is other than English and who may require additional services in order to succeed within British Columbia’s school system.*
There are three primary goals in an English Language Learner program.

• Acquisition of English
• Maintenance and development of academic and cognitive growth
• Integration into and contribution to the Canadian culture

Our ELL services reflect current knowledge with regard to effective practices.

The program of courses is designed to help students acquire language skills that will enable them to be integrated successfully into regular, age-appropriate classes. Each English Language Learner will be assessed and appropriate classes selected to meet that student’s individual needs.

Students may be referred to ELL courses by counselors, teachers or parents. On-going assessment of acquired English fluency will determine exit from these courses and entry into regular academic courses. Additional summer school courses are strongly recommended for students to increase competencies in English. ​