Accessing support
Complete a Bilingual support and interpreter booking form, if support is needed.
We can support schools with new arrivals by providing:
- An interpreter for your initial meeting with the family
- A bilingual support worker for intervention sessions
- Teacher training and advice
- Support in using the proficiency assessment
- Bilingual resources
Welcoming and supporting new arrivals
Access EDEAS Connect for guidance and support on:
- What checklists to use in the welcome meeting
- What questions should be asked
- What to discuss in the welcome meeting, such as attendance and safeguarding
- How to support children with language acquisition
- Understanding what resources are available
- Supporting children during the ‘silent’ period
- Exploring any concerns
Academies can now invest in the EDEAS Connect Subscription through the DES shop. To access the hub for expert resources, guidance and community support for schools and settings. Please visit this page again