In supporting young people with EAL (English as an Additional Language) we aim to:

• assist schools in developing a planned approach to induction and inclusion support;

• advise schools on pupil placement, teaching strategies, transitions, curriculum differentiation, resources and assessment;

• provide support and advice to schools as they develop their capacity to manage and sustain continued improvement with a particular focus on the progress and achievement of bilingual learners;

• work with schools to ensure equality of opportunity for bilingual pupils to access the curriculum, with reference to HMIe Quality Indicators;

• advise schools about alternative assessments and, where necessary, support schools in preparing pupils for SQA ESOL examinations which may be required for entrance to university.