The OLC is dedicated to delivering an individualized support programme that incorporates the individual learning styles and needs of all students, ranging from those with mild learning difficulties to those in need of enrichment in one or more of their academic classes. It seeks to gain a thorough understanding of the student's individual needs through differentiation in teaching strategies, academic adaptations, observations, team meetings, family interviews, and assessment. Our guiding principles are student-centred, so individual students will receive support and/or instruction from an OLC teacher. This instruction may be delivered on a one-to-one basis, in a small group or in the regular classroom.

To ensure that the students are always striving for their maximum potential with the support of the OLC staff and the community of teachers, family, and peers within the School, each student’s support profile is guided by the following:

-Referral
-Parent Interview
-Consultation with classroom teacher
-Classroom observation
-Assessment
-Identifying learning strengths and needs
-Classroom strategies for differentiation
-On going evaluation and reporting

The services and accommodations may include:

-Assessment
-In class support
-Pre- and re-teaching
-Remediation and reinforcement
-Study skills & time management support
-Goal setting
-1:1 Reading Support
-Curriculum Development/Adaptation
-Technology Adaptations
-Curriculum and assessment adaptation
-Enrichment Programme for Gifted & Talented Students


What are Adapted and Modified Programmes?

An adapted programme:
-retains the learning outcomes of the BISS curriculum
-enables students to meet the learning objectives and participate in classroom activities.

A modified programme:
-provides learning outcomes that differ from the BISS curriculum
-is specifically created to meet the student’s special needs
-utilizes modified criteria for assessment


Tips for Parents:

Good communication between you and our faculty is the most important aspect of providing a complete programme for your child. Parents are encouraged to communicate in any of the following ways:

-Note in homework diary to teacher or OLC support staff
-E-mail
-Phone call
-Parent-teacher conference
-School-Based Team Meeting (includes parents, teachers, administrators and counsellor)

It is essential that you reinforce the school’s recommendations by supporting your child at home.
 

ESOL is offered to students from Grades 1 - 10 where necessary. This successful and comprehensive programme includes an Intensive English Programme, beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Support is provied in Elementary School by withdrawing groups of students and in-class support. In the Secondary School, the ESOL students receive in-class support and extra assistance outside the regular class or attend special ESOL Language Arts and Social Studies classes, depending on their academiic and English language proficiency levels. All BISS teachers are trained in ESOL in the mainstream.
 

BISS offers The International Youth Award. This award was first introduced in the United Kingdom in 1956 as The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and is an exciting self-development programme to equip young people with life skills. To date, more than 6 million young people from over 120 countries have been motivated to undertake challenging activities that cover the areas of Service, Adventurous Journey, Skills and Physical Recreation. These activities encourage personal discovery and growth, perseverance, responsibility and service to the community. The reward from striving for such an Award is gaining confidence and personal satisfaction, new skills and new friends. Participants will also receive a prestigious badge and certificate to mark their achievements.

For more details and information about The International Award for Young People, please refer to the official website: www.intaward.org or contact the BISS Admissions Department at admissions@biss.com.cn.