English test for Aussie spousal visas
Australia’s federal budget in October included a surprise announcement that an English language test would be introduced for applicants for a “Subclass 300 Prospective...
Summing up summer schools
Under-16 specialists are the safest bet, says Melanie Butler
When it comes to UK summer school operations, it pays to check the British Council reports:...
Mixed fortunes for IH schools
Within the same month, International House (IH) Sydney announced plans to open two new schools in Australia. At the same time, in Europe, IH...
Welfare is the watchword for Sidmouth
For over forty years, the team at Sidmouth International School have put children’s welfare first, they tell Melanie Butler
Founded in 1976 by the Dumenil...
A compelling narrative
Wayne Trotman is hooked on a story-telling resource for teachers
Story-based Language Teaching
Jeremy Harmer and Herbert Puchta
Helbling, 2018
ISBN: 978-3-99045-769-6
‘Stories matter to all of...
The secret of success at Pisa English tests
Melanie Butler looks at evidence-based language policies
Countries around the world have spent many years trying to improve the English language levels of their children....
