What Do English Medium Private Schools Offer?

What does an English medium private school give a child? We explain the benefits of a foreign language and how Gökkuşağı Koleji begins language education in kindergarten.

English medium private schools are among the options families research most. So what does a strong foreign language education really give a child, and which qualities set it apart? In this article we look at both the benefits of English education and how Gökkuşağı Koleji's language focused program works.

Why English Education?

In a globalising world, knowing English is almost a necessity for a good career. As the language of instruction at universities around the world and the common language of global companies, English opens the door to international opportunities. Its value does not stop there: learning a language also strengthens memory, self expression, command of the mother tongue and cultural awareness.

How Does English Work at Gökkuşağı Koleji?

At Gökkuşağı, English begins at the kindergarten level. The aim is for students to have developed their speaking and listening skills by the time they reach Grade 1. From primary school onwards, students progress to A2 on the Common European Framework and to Flyers level on Cambridge English, while B1-B2 is targeted in middle school.

Not One Language, but Two

Alongside English, a second foreign language also begins in kindergarten at Gökkuşağı. Through this intensive program, students are expected to reach A2 level in the second language. Foreign language standards are organised according to the Cambridge Assessment International Education program.

In brief

  • A strong English education nurtures academic and cognitive growth together.
  • At Gökkuşağı, language education begins in kindergarten with a balanced focus on all four skills.
  • A dual foreign language carries the child towards a universal perspective.

You can explore the importance of two languages in this article, and the Cambridge standards on our Cambridge education page.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age does English education begin?

It begins at the kindergarten level; basic speaking and listening skills are targeted by the time students reach Grade 1.

Is the second foreign language compulsory?

Dual foreign language education is part of the program; A2 level in the second language is targeted from kindergarten onwards.

Gökkuşağı Koleji · Individuals who think in two languages.