English

Our Curriculum

English

Vision

Every Qihuaian an effective communicator with a passion for the English Language.

Mission

To enhance pupils’ mastery of the English Language through quality teaching and learning.

Key Programmes

Engaging the mass

1) STELLAR

The department adopts the STELLAR (STrategies for English Language Learning And Reading) approach in the teaching and learning of English language. STELLAR 2.0 aims to strengthen students’ foundation in both receptive and productive skills and knowledge of the language through:

• explicit teaching of grammar, oracy as well as critical and close reading skills
• strengthening the reading-writing connection
• extensive reading and differentiated focused lessons
• strategies including the Shared Book Approach, supported reading, KWL and retelling

2) Reading and Library Programme

Our school collaborates with the National Library Board to conduct mass-borrowing and assembly programmes. The department strives to instill the good habit of reading through school library visits and reading-related class activities. The department also works closely with parents to encourage our students to read through reading challenges.

3) myON

Through the use of myON, an online reading platform, all our primary 1 to 5 students are able to have their reading ability assessed in terms of the Lexile level. Students are then recommended a list of appropriate reading materials available in the school or national library. By reading books that are suitable for them and taking part in quizzes, students find the motivation to read and improve in their literacy skills.

4) English Fiesta

This yearly event consists of activities that provide students with joyful learning experiences. Students get the chance to apply their language skills in a fun and authentic way.

Reader’s Theatre in progress. Hush…

Stories with these characters were shared with the students. Can you name all the books?

Enabling budding learners

1) Learning Support Programme (P1 & P2)
2) Reading Remediation Programme (P3 & 4)
3) School-based Dyslexia Programme (P3 & 4)
4) Mastery-based Learning (P1 to 4)
5) Morning Buddy Programme (P1 & 2)

Enriching the learning experiences

1) APEX – High Achievers Programme

Primary 3 to 5 students are selected to take part in enrichment programmes which include debate and persuasive writing, journalism and fractured fairy tales. These programmes, apart from being aligned and relevant to the English curriculum, extend students’ learning of the English language beyond the classroom.

2) Literature Appreciation Programme for Primary 4 and 5

In Qihua, we broaden the scope of English learning for our students by giving them the opportunities to think critically and creatively. The literature programmes tailored for selected Primary 4 and 5 students expose our students to rich texts and introduce them to a range of literary devices.

3) What’s Up Newspaper

Students from Primary 4 to 6 subscribe to the Whatsup newspaper which supports their learning of the English language. Through meaningful activities and discussions, students keep abreast of current affairs and expand their vocabulary.

4) External Competitions

Every year, students are chosen to participate in external competitions such as Wits and Words, PESA etc.