Learning English to Teaching English: My Time Working in a Primary School on the Teaching English as an Additional Language Placement

By Khadar Jamal The Beginning During my second year of university, I thought this would be a perfect time to search for placements. I checked the Faculty of Arts placement page and saw the Teaching English as an Additional Language placement. I am someone who is strongly considering pursuing teaching as a career after university, …

My placement experience at John Clifford Primary School

By Chen Yao I embarked on a two-month placement, teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) at John Clifford Primary School. My teaching skills are deeply increased by the colourful experience and my appreciation for educational endeavours has really grown. My future career aspirations are also more clear after taking part in the placement. In …

An Unforgettable Experience of Teaching English as an Additional Language in a Primary School

By Ruiwen Zhang, MA Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching Seizing the opportunity The first time I knew about the Faculty of Arts Placements team was attending the Faculty of Arts Welcome Event. A team member told me to keep an eye on Placements in PGT community hub, and I could find many volunteer chances …