Special Programmes

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Programme

International British Academy offers the ESL (English as a Second Language) programme to non-native speakers of English whose English Assessment Test result show that they have insufficient English proficiency to be successful in the mainstream programme. To prepare the student for probable transfer into the mainstream programme, integrated in the ESL programme are instructions in Mathematics and Science. The ESL students are also immersed in academic foundational subjects like Art, P.E. and/or Music to enhance their learning of the English language. ESL students have to pass the Academic Assessment process which includes English proficiency, Mathematics and Science tests and personal interviews with the heads of the academic departments in order to transfer to the mainstream programme.

For more details, you may request for a copy of the ESL Programme Guidelines or visit our ESL page here

The English Proficiency (EPP) Programme

EPP classes are designed to provide a nurturing venue for non-English speaking students to be proficient in the use of the English language. This programme is also available to parents and other adults who wish to enhance their proficiency in the English language.