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English as an Additional Language (EAL) Policy English as an Additional Language (EAL) EAL provision is available to all pupils whose first language is not English. In practice, due to the nature of the school and entry procedures, most EAL pupils will neither require, nor want, language support. The Academic Support Department will make provision, where necessary, for those pupils for whom a deficit in language knowledge is restricting their academic and social development. Bedford Modern School aims to remove the barriers that stand in the way of our EAL pupils to enjoy academic success equal with that of pupils with English as a first language. This policy is part of our commitment to and evidence of Fundamental British Values, in creating a tolerant, kind and open community where all are respected and can flourish within our school community irrespective of whether English is a pupil’s first language or not. Aims We aim to ensure that EAL pupils: • Become fluent in all aspects of the English language • Are supported so that they gain full access to the school curriculum • Progress in all aspects of speaking, listening and writing • Can respond appropriately in formal conversation • Understand the complexities and nuances of social conversation • Develop an appropriate understanding of written language • Acquire specialist subject-specific language Admissions Policy EAL pupils are subject to the same admissions procedures as other pupils. Those with EAL needs identified on the application form or via their current school should be made known to the School prior to the entrance examinations. In appropriate circumstances, allowances will be made regarding the admissions tests to allow those with EAL to show their full potential. We do not apply a policy of ‘double adjustment’ once a concession has been made to a pupil