The Fish stream (ESL/ELL Program) at Little Mountain Learning Academy is designed to support English Language Learners in their journey toward English proficiency.
The objective of our ESL/ELL program is to enable students to develop from the early stages of English language acquisition to be able to access and thrive in mainstream Canadian classes.
The ESL/ ELL curriculum (Fish curriculum) can be accessed through the smrt platform. It is an online platform that allows students to safely access our core materials. By using smrt, the students become more familiar with working online and with technology while simultaneously developing their English fluency skills.
Little Mountain Curriculum vs. BC Curriculum
Fish
Grade 3 – 7
- Small group English learning and English online programs for all levels of ESL/ELL learners
- Engaging topics develop reading fluency and comprehension skills
- Focussed grammar and vocabulary tasks and relevant English worksheets for improved writing accuracy
- Conversational English and speaking and listening skills development
Fish
Grade 8 – 12
- Small group English learning and English online programs for all levels of ESL/ELL learners
- Engaging and challenging topics develop reading fluency and more advanced comprehension skills
- Focussed grammar and vocabulary activities and relevant English worksheets for improved writing accuracy and depth
- Conversational English and speaking and listening skills development
Since 2004, Little Mountain has built a strong, holistic classroom environment. Our in-house curriculum brings together Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading and Writing, Speaking, and Listening.
After a thorough assessment, students are placed in small groups of a maximum of six. Their fellow learners will be of a similar age and ability. This enables students to actively take part in their own learning. Students engage with varied, project-based learning tasks. Our students benefit from personalized guidance from their passionate and skilled teachers.
Our holistic model supports academic and leadership skills. These cultivate independence and a passion for life-long learning.
- Foundational English Language Skills
- Project-Based Learning (PBL)
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Creative Expression
- Presentation Skills
Want to know more about our ESL/ELL program? Please contact us and we are happy to answer any questions you may have!