Enrolment Guidelines Step 1 Students must be assessed using recognised and accredited testing procedures to ascertain their level of linguistic proficiency. Step 2 In consultation with school personnel, parents and student, the level of academic study is set. This is determined through a long-term view of what the student's intended career path may be and what study levels and subjects are required to achieve that aim. Careers information, aptitude testing and any other advice or relevant information is included in the process. Step 3 The intensive language requirement is established. Students are allocated a certain time each day for intensive language tuition based upon their assessed level of development and specific subject needs. Step 4 The appropriate bridging modules are selected. These are selected in line with desired subject choices, the required level of achievement and the assessed level of language proficiency. Step 5 Mainstream classes are chosen where appropriate. It is common for students to participate in mainstream mathematics classes soon after arrival, as language dependence is minimal. Other classes offered outside of the school, i.e. Chinese, are incorporated where appropriate. Language study (in the student's first language, i.e. Chinese, Japanese, Indonesian) is encouraged. It provides international students with more flexibility in their final year of study (Year 12) and success rates are usually high. Step 6 A student's progress is closely monitored in all areas of study. Language development will be assessed in 10-week blocks and any modifications that are required to assist the rate of language acquisition are made. Step 7 Students have access to support in all areas of their study in negotiation with their subject teachers and the ESL (English as a Second Language) staff. Private tuition sessions are also available if required.   RETURN TO TOP OF PAGE