English Language Department

English Language Department

Philosophy

We prepare every KCPPian to be a lifelong learner, who is future-ready and grounded in values. At KCPPS, we believe in equipping all pupils with the language skills and 21st Century Competencies so as to empower them with the knowledge, dispositions and values to realise their potential and excel holistically in their areas of strength.

Key Programmes & Approaches

Literacy Development Programme

The school has a comprehensive instructional programme which is aligned to the English Language Syllabus (ELS) 2020. The approaches in the STELLAR Pedagogic Framework have been delivered and implemented since 2008. In line with the learner outcomes of ELS 2020, the department leverages effective questioning techniques to deepen pupils’ learning. Thinking routines are explicitly taught to guide pupils in their thought processes through the development of sound reasoning and critical thinking skills. Effective communication is one of the key foci of the department’s literacy programme. Through E-Cube (Engage Excite Express), a co-curriculum initiative, drama is deployed to equip pupils with the skills to communicate with confidence and sensitivity, in cognisance of purpose, audience, context and culture.

Reading Support Programmes

The Learning Support Programme (LSP) and Reading Remediation Programme (RRP) develop pupils’ foundational reading comprehension skills through phonemic awareness, word attack strategies, extensive reading and reading comprehension strategies. In partnership with volunteers from the Standard Chartered Bank, the school has arranged for additional support for reluctant readers under the KCPPS-StanChart Reading Programme since 2013.

EL Showtime

As part of the Applied Learning Programme (ALP), the Primary 2 pupils develop a deeper appreciation for the theme “Inclusivity and Building Positive Relationships” through meaningful discussions and positive collaborative experiences with their peers. Through their performances, they emphasise the importance of respectful and empathetic interactions to build positive relationships with people from different walks of life. The Primary 2 pupils showcase their talents, oral skills and drama skills as they enunciate clearly, act and dance on stage to an audience of Primary 1 pupils, teachers and parents.

Primary 2 EL Showtime

Primary 2 EL Showtime

Primary 2 EL Showtime