English
We believe that English is not only a core subject but more importantly, it is a medium of communication in CCS and around the world. To start, learning has to be fun, interesting and meaningful. In CCS, we let children enjoy a lot of fun activities as they acquire the language.
Phonics programme
- An intensive three-year programme that helps students in learning phonics for fluent reading and spelling
Reading programme
- Each student’s reading skill is levelled and assigned books accordingly
- Take home reading and online reading programme
- Practice silent reading and reading aloud skills
- Different genres and good books are promoted to students to attract them read more
- Develop students’ reading using phonics skills
- Sight words learning helps students become stronger readers
Speaking
- Speech and drama training is a fun way to enjoy the intonation and pronunciation of the English language
- NETs help students to use English in a fun way during recess
- NETs arrange extra-curricular activities for students to use English in a meaningful way
- Students present a topic in English to the whole class to build confidence and in turn, learn to appreciate efforts made by others
- NETs demonstrate storytelling to the students which help them enjoy reading books and to be more engaged in their comprehension when they read to themselves or others
Writing
- Shared writing programme to learn the important steps in writing
- Journal writing
- Creative writing to unleash their creativity in writing
Radio Show
- Live broadcast of radio broadcast by NETs and students of all levels
- A recurring student-led news show
English Assembly
- NETs will share moral and cultural topics for students to appreciate the cultural differences and the moral understanding in society
Secondary Interview Group Discussion
- As students approach their final years, they are prepared for their secondary school interviews through group discussions and individual presentations
