English Department
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
All subjects in Elementary and Middle school are taught through Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL). CLIL is a competence-based teaching approach. Students learn both the subject and the language at the same time. CLIL encourages the use of curricula which promote the right academic and interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and language skills which are in demand by today’s society.
Elementary School
| Subject | Grade 1 | Grade 3 | Grade 3 | Grade 4 | Grade 5 | Grade 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | ||||||
| Science and Geography | ||||||
| English | ||||||
| Math | ||||||
| Writing |
Middle School
| Subject | Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Literature | |||
| English | |||
| Mexican Social Studies | |||
| World Social Studies | |||
| Français |
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Elementary school
| Subject | Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 | Grade 4 | Grade 5 | Grade 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spelling Bee | ||||||
| Science Week |
Middle school
| Subject | Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinderella Play | |||
| PET Certification | |||
| Intercultural Learning |
EXAMS OUR STUDENTS TAKE
The English level of our students is certified according to the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, and Assessment (CEFR). The CEFR is a guideline used to describe achievements of learners of foreign languages all over the world.
CAMBRIDGE: FLYERS
Cambridge English: Flyers, also known as Young Learners English is aimed at students in grade 6 elementary school. It is a great way to show children can deal with everyday written and spoken English at a basic level.
CAMBRIDGE: PET
Cambridge English: Preliminary, also known as Preliminary English Test (PET) is aimed at students in grade 3 middle school. It is an intermediate level qualification. It shows that students are able to use their English language skills for work, study and travel.
THE INTERCULTURAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE IN MICHIGAN
Since 2014 students in grade 3 middle school have the opportunity to be part of a full immersion experience in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. During two weeks students stay with an American family and attend classes at Mt. Pleasant High School. This experience helps them improve their intercultural competence by understanding how other cultures live, learn, think and relate with others.