Early Learning Languages Australia (ELLA)
Austins Ferry Primary is one of 300 primary school across Australia that is part of the ELLA trial Prep to year 2. ELLA is a play based Early Language Learning App developed by the Australian Government. Prep students will have the opportunity to learn Japanese over the next three year using the ELLA app.
Research has shown that exposing children to language learning at an early age has many benefits including increased literacy in first language, as well as improved cognitive and socials skills. In addition, language learning improves memory, concentration and critical thinking. Information for parents can be found at:
http://docs.ella.edu.au/parent_guardian_information_schools.pdf
In order to participate in the ELLA trial, Prep parents need to return the ELLA consent form sent home to parents on Monday.
Consent form
http://docs.ella.edu.au/consent_form_schools.pdf
Kind Regards,
Alison Lowe
Japanese teacher Austins Ferry Primary School