Vision
Adelaide Secondary School of English promotes intercultural understanding by educating its culturally diverse student population in English language skills and understandings for effective lifelong learning and participation in Australian and global society.

We Value

  • Cultural Diversity

  • Respect

  • Equity

  • Integrity
Contextual Influences

The Adelaide Secondary School of English is the only provider of intensive English study in subjects across the curriculum for permanent, temporary and overseas full fee paying students, 12 – 18 years of age. Students come from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds and intend to continue their education in South Australia.

Continuous and fluctuating enrolments, with groups of students enrolling each week and transferring to other educational providers at the end of each term requires staff to be in a constant state of administrative readiness.

The school's procedures cater for:
  • unpredictable enrolment dates and number of students
  • continuous assessment of the educational and social needs of new students
  • transition of students to other educational providers at the end of each term
Depending on their previous schooling and levels of English language proficiency, students can study at the school from 10 to 80 weeks. Students are assessed on arrival and placed in appropriate learning pathways and levels of English proficiency. Overseas full fee paying students can also attend short term cultural or study abroad courses.
Philosophy

Adelaide Secondary School of English has a unique ever changing and culturally diverse student body. We strive to provide a safe, caring, supportive learning environment, whereby our students

  • are provided with a relevant curriculum

  • are educated to become global citizens

  • are provided with opportunities to become critical learners

  • develop transferable skills

  • develop a sense of self worth and confidence

  • develop communication skills and social responsibilities enabling them to contribute effectively in society

"A remarkable school" (ECIS Statement)
Objectives

Our school aims to:

  • develop students' English language competencies and further build upon their knowledge and skills so that they are better equipped for life long learning, can realise their full potential, and positively contribute to the wider community.
  • foster in students a positive sense of themselves as individuals and so understand that diversity can be embraced and utilised to collaboratively create a better world
  • provide students with a general understanding of Australia's democratic and pluralistic society so that they can fulfill their rights and responsibilities as citizens
  • use our expertise in teaching English As a Second Language and implement inclusive practices to provide professional development for local, national and international schools
  • forge strategic partnerships with community bodies to assist our families and caregivers.

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