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MILLFIELD PREP 7-13

AIMS • Complete Beginner (A0–A2):
Our aim is to ensure pupils are fully 10+ lessons per week
integrated into school life – in their • Pre-Intermediate (A2–B1):
classes, in boarding, on the sports 6–10 lessons per week
field, and through a wide range of • Intermediate (B1–B2):
activities. We want them to leave 6 lessons per week
Millfield Prep with confidence, • Upper Intermediate (B2):
academic success, and lifelong Mainly mainstream classes
Mrs Kirstin friendships.
McLachlan, Head WHAT WE TEACH
of Department
We believe that individually tailored Survival English
EAL lessons, combined with Practical, everyday language for life at
immersion in English both in and out school and in the wider community,
of the classroom, is the most effective taught through conversation, role-play,
way to achieve rapid progress. Courses and real-life scenarios.
are designed to support learning,
build independence, and extend Academic English alongside the Prep
proficiency, whether pupils arrive as School Baccalaureate Programme
complete beginners or with a strong Language skills needed across the
foundation in English. curriculum, including:
THE EAL TEAM • Project based learning
Our experienced team of EAL • Cambridge exam preparation
specialists is committed to delivering • Essay writing
high quality teaching and strong • Debating, presenting and
pastoral care, supporting each child’s research skills
academic progress and personal
wellbeing. Cambridge Path, Oxford Ignite and
Exam Preparation
Alongside Mrs Kirstin McLachlan
are EAL teachers Mrs Zoe Dale and • Cambridge Path provides a clear
Mrs Patricia Eveson. route for junior learners
• Oxford Ignite develops academic
WHO RECEIVES EAL English, critical thinking, and
SUPPORT? study skills
Every pupil’s English is assessed during • Pupils are prepared for Cambridge
their first week. If they are below B2 English exams (KET, PET, FCE), sat
level (CEFR) in any skill, they will in June
receive EAL support. Pupils are
re-tested throughout the year, and Creative Wellbeing Journal
support is adjusted as they progress. Encourages pupils to reflect, be
creative, and express themselves
Support is delivered in small groups while developing language skills
with peers of a similar level: and confidence.