English

Welcome to the students and the families supporting the students who are studying English at Marcellin College. The English Department is delighted to teach your child and we will….

§ Foster a love of learning that will continue into adulthood by providing structured and engaging programmes

§ Prepare the junior students well for studying English in the Senior School

§ Ensure strengths and weaknesses are promptly identified and addressed

§ Focus on literacy – developing students’ skills and interest in the basics of English, namely, reading, writing, listening, speaking, presenting and viewing

§ Ensure the key competencies from the NZ Curriculum are developed: thinking, using language, symbols and texts, managing self, relating to others and participating

§ Provide well-managed classrooms so that every student meets his or her full potential.