Student Support

At Branksome Hall Asia, we believe every student deserves to thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment. Our Student Support Services ensure that all students, regardless of their unique needs or backgrounds, can access the school environment and curriculum successfully.

We take a holistic approach by integrating Multilingual Learning, Learning Support, and Social Counseling into a unified system that promotes well-being, academic success, and personal growth. This comprehensive framework addresses physical, mental, emotional, social, and academic health, fostering resilience, strong decision-making, and proactive problem-solving.

Through collaboration and mutual care, we cultivate a sense of belonging for every member of our community. At the heart of Branksome Hall Asia is a shared commitment to fostering a balanced, equitable, and supportive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to thrive.

Multilingual Learning (MLL)

At BHA, we are committed to nurturing multilingualism by teaching content and language simultaneously. Our Multilingual Learning (MLL) program is crafted to help students thrive on their path to multilingualism, no matter their current level of English language proficiency. Through carefully designed learning experiences and scaffolded instruction, we ensure that every child can fully understand and engage with the content. This approach not only supports the development of English but also fosters the growth of all the languages a child speaks, reinforcing a strong multilingual identity.

Our MLL specialists collaborate closely with classroom teachers, ensuring that planning for Multilingual Learners is integrated into the core curriculum and daily lessons. Language learning at BHA is not treated as a separate process but as an essential aspect of organizing knowledge and making meaning within specific contexts and purposes. This partnership between MLL specialists and teachers creates a functional view of language, where conceptual understanding and language proficiency develop hand in hand, empowering students to become confident multilingual communicators.

Learning Support

At BHA, we provide a continuum of services to meet the diverse needs of our students through a comprehensive Learning Support program. Our services include both push-in and pull-out support, classroom accommodations, and testing accommodations tailored to each student's unique requirements.

For students eligible for direct learning support, we develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) that outline specific skill development goals for the academic year that will be supported with the assistance of a Learning Support teacher. Students with medical, physical, or academic needs who may require indirect services receive an Accommodation Plan to ensure they have equal opportunities to participate fully in the school setting, general classroom activities, curriculum, and assessments.

Our commitment to supporting students with mild learning needs extends to the admissions process, where families are asked to provide relevant documentation. This allows us to determine the level of service needed for your student to have a successful start and journey at BHA and assess our ability to meet each student's requirements.

Social Counseling

Well-being is the cornerstone of our community at BHA, and our schoolwide counseling team plays a pivotal role in maintaining this focus. We offer a comprehensive and holistic support system that seamlessly integrates both proactive and responsive services. Our counselors address critical aspects of student well-being, including academic achievement, personal and social development, and global perspectives. They are integral members of our multidisciplinary student support teams, working tirelessly to create a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment where every student feels secure, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Restorative Practices

In Junior School, we utilize Kelso’s Choice, a conflict management tool empowering students to resolve minor issues independently and seek adult help for serious problems. This strategy helps students develop effective communication, problem-solving skills, and emotional regulation. Kelso's Choice includes practical techniques such as making deals, telling others to stop, apologizing, talking it out, cooling off, and walking away. For older students (G4-5), K.C.'s Wheel further refines these skills, categorizing choices into verbal and non-verbal options.

In this thriving environment, well-being is not just a goal; it is the foundation of our community. Together, we create a space where every individual can thrive, succeed, and contribute meaningfully to our shared world.

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In this thriving environment, well-being is not just a goal; it is the foundation of our community. Together, we create a space where every individual can thrive, succeed, and contribute meaningfully to our shared world.

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