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What is the GEMS English Language Programme?

The GEMS English Language Programme enables students aged 4-14 to improve their English language learning skills. By developing their proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing students can better access the main school curriculum. The programme has been designed using the most up to date learning approaches and runs for 3 hours per day, 5 days per week, for either 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks.

The programme is offered at a choice of three locations:

• GEMS American Academy, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
• GEMS World Academy, Al Barsha South, Dubai
• GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis, Dubai

The programme runs from 30 June 2012 to 26 August 2013 with classes daily, Sunday to Thursday, from 09.00 to 12.00. Parents are not allowed to leave their child unsupervised on school premises outside of these times.
 

Who is the programme for?

The programme is for students who wish to develop their English language learning proficiency to adjust, extend and access the school curriculum.

The key features of the programme

• Small teaching groups - maximum 14
• Teaching groups that are appropriate to age and levels of English proficiency
• Individual and collaborative learning opportunities
• Assessment of English proficiency upon entry to the programme
• On-going assessments using internationally recognised methods
• Certificate after completion of the GEMS English Language Programme

The curriculum

The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of learners at all levels, ensuring the following key outcomes:

• Improved communication in school
• Strategies to help students become independent learners
• Easy transition into the classroom environment
• Spelling and grammar development as appropriate
• Expanded vocabulary
• Improved pronunciation skills

How is the programme taught?

After an initial assessment, students are placed into a small group that considers both their age and level of proficiency. Students are taught targeted speaking, reading, writing and listening skills.

Our English language teachers use a range of resources including workbooks, textbooks, visual aids, audio and online interactive programmes. Teachers adapt their planning according to identified learning targets. The programme is devised and taught by trained teachers with internationally recognised qualifications and relevant experience.

How do I know if my child is making progress?

All students are assessed after registration using an internationally recognised format. This ensures that students are placed in the most appropriate group. Student progress is monitored at regular intervals to support future target setting.

At the end of the 2, 4, 6 or 8 week GEMS English Language Programme, students receive a report and are awarded a certificate.

How Do I Register?

By online registration and payment at:

GEMS English Learning Programme Online Registration

or by online registration and manual payment at the Accounts Department of any of the following schools.

• GEMS American Academy, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
• GEMS New Millennium Schoo, Al Khail
• GEMS Wellington International School, Sheikh Zayed Rd
• GEMS Wellington Primary School, Sheikh Zayed Rd
• GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis
• GEMS World Academy, Al Barsha South
• GEMS Westminster School, Sharjah

All registration and payment must be completed by Sunday 23th of June 2013.

What will it cost?

The programme lasts for 8 weeks with 15 hours per week tuition. This is split into 4 blocks of 2 weeks.

Students can attend one or more two-week blocks.

Each two-week block costs AED 3,000.

The more blocks a student can attend, the greater their proficiency will be at the end of the programme.

The dates for each block and cumulative prices for successive attendance are as below:

* Block 3 is scheduled for 9 days to finish before the expected first day of Eid Al Fitr. Timing will be adjusted to provide 3 hours and 20 minutes of teaching per day.

Who do I contact?

Lady Sheryl Castor on 971-043477770 x 510 ellprogram@gemseducation.com

Is transport provided?

Transport is NOT included in the programme fees. However, STS offers a door-to-door bus transport service from specific areas of Dubai and Sharjah for AED 250/week and AED 350/week respectively. There is no transport service available for the Abu Dhabi programme.

Please note parents will not be allowed on the bus.

For more information please contact Hamood Wazir at hamood@stss.ae or +971 55 220 7498.

As places are limited please register well in advance to avoid disappointment.

E-Sports

E-Sports is hosting a summer camp in Dubai for parents who wish their child to continue with a multi-sport programme after the GEMS English Language Programme. The camp will run daily from 13:00 to 17:00 at Wellington International School.

For more information about the camp and transport options please contact E-Sports’ Jimmy Repsold directly by email: camp.director@esportsdubai.com or Tel: +971 50 586 8204

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the programme?
The programme lasts for 8 weeks with 15 hours per week tuition. This is split into 4 blocks of 2 weeks.

The more blocks a student can attend, the greater their proficiency will be at the end of the programme.

How many children in a class?
A maximum of 14 students.

Who will teach my child?
English speaking GEMS Teachers with internationally recognised teaching qualifications and/or proven experience.

What kind of supervision is there?
The programme teachers will be supervising the students at all times. However, it is very important that we have your contact details in case of an emergency. Any changes to the contact details that we have on your registration form should be notified to the programme administrator in writing via email to ellprogram@gemseducation.com.

Teachers will supervise students from 08:55 when they are collected until 12:00 pick-up. Parents are not allowed to leave their child unsupervised on the premises outside of these times. All programme requirements will be clearly explained to parents and students on the first day of every 2-week block.

What does the 2-weekly fee cover?
Tuition, workbooks, materials, stationery and end of course certificates.

Will there be a cafeteria?
No, parents will be responsible for providing their child with a suitable snack and drink.
Please note our no nuts and/or fizzy drinks policy.