Nantong Stalford International School strives to develop students to be able to understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. Language development is central to all learning, and we recognise that all teachers are, in practice, language teachers with the responsibility to facilitate communication.
Language development is a lifelong process and a key factor in intellectual development. Individuals develop their personal identity and international understanding through the study of languages.
Nantong Stalford International School aims to deliver a language programme that embraces the highest standard in teaching. We value language learning as a dynamic, evolving process which allows students to become proficient, effective communicators.
Nantong Stalford International School believes that language is learned through a variety of pedagogical methods. All skills; speaking, listening, reading and writing are incorporated at different stages of language development.
Language (Chinese) is offered to all students because we believe that acquisition of the local language can help our students gain contextual knowledge of our host country and possible cultural exchange.
Our school regularly updates its record of students who speak foreign languages at home. All homeroom teachers receive updates when changes are made. The Language profile guides the planning of International activities and events.
