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International School Moshi welcomes students of many different backgrounds and abilities. Specialist teachers assist with the development of each student who has special educational needs. These teachers usually work with students in the upper primary or lower secondary age range concentrating on individual needs, especially language development, writing and mathematics. Much of this work is one-to-one or in small groups. |  |
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A student may be referred for Special Educational Needs (SEN) help by any teacher and an assessment will be made to advise on the most appropriate help that can be given. This may involve withdrawal from the main class group for part of the day in order to receive particular assistance in one or more areas. Alternatively in-class support can be provided which may also involve an individualised programme of work. |
Parents are seen as partners with the school in the drawing up and carrying out of each student's individual educational plan. Our Special Educational Needs unit also has links with educational psychologists in Nairobi and elsewhere.
English as a Second Language
A new student entering our school may need an intensive course in English. Others who have been at the school for a while may also need their understanding and use of the English language improved, especially as academic work becomes more advanced.
In both the primary and secondary schools there are specialist 'English as a Second Language' (ESL) teachers available. Initially a student may spend some lesson time working in a small group with the ESL teacher. As the student makes progress he/she will gradually leave the ESL unit and rejoin regular classes, although the ESL teacher will continue to support and advise both the student and his/her teachers in order to ensure that he/she is achieving as much success as possible.
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