Includes bibliographical references and index.

This title offers an evidence-based guide to EAL for everyone who works with multilingual learners. It offers a concise, helpful introduction to the latest research underpinning three keys areas of EAL practice: How children acquire additional languages; How language works across the curriculum; How you can establish outstanding EAL practice in your school. Other key features include case-studies from experienced EAL specialist, extensive reading recommendations for teachers who want to build on their knowledge, and a detailed chapter on Ofsted based on interviews with senior inspectors.