The Bell Foundation
@thebellfoundation.bsky.social
We are a charity which aims to overcome exclusion through language education by working with partners on innovation, research, training, and practical interventions.
This week our Director Diana took part in the panel at @aoc-info.bsky.social conference to launch their #AdultLearningPays campaign.
For those who speak English as a second language, ESOL is a powerful tool for growth, economic resilience, and integration.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hTh0TJ
For those who speak English as a second language, ESOL is a powerful tool for growth, economic resilience, and integration.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hTh0TJ
November 21, 2025 at 2:59 PM
This week our Director Diana took part in the panel at @aoc-info.bsky.social conference to launch their #AdultLearningPays campaign.
For those who speak English as a second language, ESOL is a powerful tool for growth, economic resilience, and integration.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hTh0TJ
For those who speak English as a second language, ESOL is a powerful tool for growth, economic resilience, and integration.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hTh0TJ
Congrats to all the #AoCBeacons finalists!🎉 We are proud to sponsor the Excellence in #ESOL Award, celebrating support that empowers learners & communities. Shout-out to 𝗢𝗹𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, 𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲. More via @aoc-info.bsky.social: bit.ly/beacon-award...
November 20, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Congrats to all the #AoCBeacons finalists!🎉 We are proud to sponsor the Excellence in #ESOL Award, celebrating support that empowers learners & communities. Shout-out to 𝗢𝗹𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, 𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲. More via @aoc-info.bsky.social: bit.ly/beacon-award...
Our latest evidence from @education.ox.ac.uk shows that the later an EAL pupil joins school, the harder it is for them to catch up in education.
Late arriving monolingual pupils do not face this same attainment penalty, however.
Explore the findings in our data story: https://bit.ly/3JJVmGp
Late arriving monolingual pupils do not face this same attainment penalty, however.
Explore the findings in our data story: https://bit.ly/3JJVmGp
November 15, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Our latest evidence from @education.ox.ac.uk shows that the later an EAL pupil joins school, the harder it is for them to catch up in education.
Late arriving monolingual pupils do not face this same attainment penalty, however.
Explore the findings in our data story: https://bit.ly/3JJVmGp
Late arriving monolingual pupils do not face this same attainment penalty, however.
Explore the findings in our data story: https://bit.ly/3JJVmGp
Data is key to developing effective education provision. But there is currently limited accurate national data on adults who need to learn English and their levels of proficiency. A marker should be added to the data collected by FE providers to better track learners’ needs: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
October 22, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Data is key to developing effective education provision. But there is currently limited accurate national data on adults who need to learn English and their levels of proficiency. A marker should be added to the data collected by FE providers to better track learners’ needs: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
The majority of future teachers will work in multilingual classrooms. Yet only 37% of early career teachers report that their training prepared them well for teaching #EAL pupils. Effective teacher training is urgently needed to generate and maintain EAL expertise in schools: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
October 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The majority of future teachers will work in multilingual classrooms. Yet only 37% of early career teachers report that their training prepared them well for teaching #EAL pupils. Effective teacher training is urgently needed to generate and maintain EAL expertise in schools: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
For the first time in years, Ofsted inspectors will be asked to explicitly consider how schools are supporting EAL pupils. What does this shift mean for schools?
In @tesmagazine.bsky.social, we outline these changes and how schools can build sustainable EAL provision: https://bit.ly/Ofsted-EAL
In @tesmagazine.bsky.social, we outline these changes and how schools can build sustainable EAL provision: https://bit.ly/Ofsted-EAL
October 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM
For the first time in years, Ofsted inspectors will be asked to explicitly consider how schools are supporting EAL pupils. What does this shift mean for schools?
In @tesmagazine.bsky.social, we outline these changes and how schools can build sustainable EAL provision: https://bit.ly/Ofsted-EAL
In @tesmagazine.bsky.social, we outline these changes and how schools can build sustainable EAL provision: https://bit.ly/Ofsted-EAL
Many speakers of English as a second language have skills and experience that are unutilised due to language barriers.
Investment in effective #ESOL provision is key to unlocking this potential. Discover our calls to turn this potential into reality: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
@hughesdavid.bsky.social
Investment in effective #ESOL provision is key to unlocking this potential. Discover our calls to turn this potential into reality: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
@hughesdavid.bsky.social
October 8, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Many speakers of English as a second language have skills and experience that are unutilised due to language barriers.
Investment in effective #ESOL provision is key to unlocking this potential. Discover our calls to turn this potential into reality: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
@hughesdavid.bsky.social
Investment in effective #ESOL provision is key to unlocking this potential. Discover our calls to turn this potential into reality: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
@hughesdavid.bsky.social
#Oracy is important for success in education and later in life.
For all pupils to benefit however, the specific needs of #EAL pupils must be considered.
Teachers must provide learners with a structured approach that exposes them to language and builds their confidence: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
For all pupils to benefit however, the specific needs of #EAL pupils must be considered.
Teachers must provide learners with a structured approach that exposes them to language and builds their confidence: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
October 1, 2025 at 1:00 PM
#Oracy is important for success in education and later in life.
For all pupils to benefit however, the specific needs of #EAL pupils must be considered.
Teachers must provide learners with a structured approach that exposes them to language and builds their confidence: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
For all pupils to benefit however, the specific needs of #EAL pupils must be considered.
Teachers must provide learners with a structured approach that exposes them to language and builds their confidence: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
Ahead of the release of the Curriculum & Assessment Review report, we've been thinking about how the curriculum can better support the needs of EAL learners.
Earlier this year, our article for Schools Week outlined our recommendations to meet the varied needs of EAL pupils: https://bit.ly/482UOVS
Earlier this year, our article for Schools Week outlined our recommendations to meet the varied needs of EAL pupils: https://bit.ly/482UOVS
September 27, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Ahead of the release of the Curriculum & Assessment Review report, we've been thinking about how the curriculum can better support the needs of EAL learners.
Earlier this year, our article for Schools Week outlined our recommendations to meet the varied needs of EAL pupils: https://bit.ly/482UOVS
Earlier this year, our article for Schools Week outlined our recommendations to meet the varied needs of EAL pupils: https://bit.ly/482UOVS
This #EuropeanDayofLanguages we celebrate the incredible linguistic diversity in schools.
Multilingual classrooms are the norm and our interactive story features experts, teachers, and learners who unpack the myths and opportunities around learning English, and what must change: bit.ly/eal-story
Multilingual classrooms are the norm and our interactive story features experts, teachers, and learners who unpack the myths and opportunities around learning English, and what must change: bit.ly/eal-story
September 25, 2025 at 1:38 PM
This #EuropeanDayofLanguages we celebrate the incredible linguistic diversity in schools.
Multilingual classrooms are the norm and our interactive story features experts, teachers, and learners who unpack the myths and opportunities around learning English, and what must change: bit.ly/eal-story
Multilingual classrooms are the norm and our interactive story features experts, teachers, and learners who unpack the myths and opportunities around learning English, and what must change: bit.ly/eal-story
How do we bridge the skills gap? Speakers of English as a second language could be the answer, with many having skills going unrecognised due to language barriers. Accessible #ESOL provision is key to unlocking this potential and must be prioritised by Skills England: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
September 17, 2025 at 9:05 PM
How do we bridge the skills gap? Speakers of English as a second language could be the answer, with many having skills going unrecognised due to language barriers. Accessible #ESOL provision is key to unlocking this potential and must be prioritised by Skills England: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
Good to see @ofstednews.bsky.social recognising the needs of EAL learners 🎉
The schools inspection toolkit reintroduces an #EAL section in the 'Curriculum and Teaching' evaluation area, an important change in how schools support EAL pupils.
Read our Director's response: http://bit.ly/4mm0tKg
The schools inspection toolkit reintroduces an #EAL section in the 'Curriculum and Teaching' evaluation area, an important change in how schools support EAL pupils.
Read our Director's response: http://bit.ly/4mm0tKg
September 11, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Good to see @ofstednews.bsky.social recognising the needs of EAL learners 🎉
The schools inspection toolkit reintroduces an #EAL section in the 'Curriculum and Teaching' evaluation area, an important change in how schools support EAL pupils.
Read our Director's response: http://bit.ly/4mm0tKg
The schools inspection toolkit reintroduces an #EAL section in the 'Curriculum and Teaching' evaluation area, an important change in how schools support EAL pupils.
Read our Director's response: http://bit.ly/4mm0tKg
The school national funding formula must appropriately recognise the support needs of EAL pupils. While EAL is one of the additional needs factors in the formula, since 2017 the factor has increased at half the rate of funding for other pupils and isn’t ringfenced. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
September 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The school national funding formula must appropriately recognise the support needs of EAL pupils. While EAL is one of the additional needs factors in the formula, since 2017 the factor has increased at half the rate of funding for other pupils and isn’t ringfenced. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
#ESOL is in need of reform.
Explore our calls for the development of a new set of ESOL standards and qualifications to support effective language learning and provide learners with the tools they need to thrive: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
Explore our calls for the development of a new set of ESOL standards and qualifications to support effective language learning and provide learners with the tools they need to thrive: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
September 3, 2025 at 9:15 PM
#ESOL is in need of reform.
Explore our calls for the development of a new set of ESOL standards and qualifications to support effective language learning and provide learners with the tools they need to thrive: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
Explore our calls for the development of a new set of ESOL standards and qualifications to support effective language learning and provide learners with the tools they need to thrive: https://bit.ly/3UaSio9
The curriculum review is an important opportunity to reform a system that often fails to support EAL learners effectively.
We’re calling for more flexibility around learning and assessment, to support EAL students to learn English, and access the curriculum through English: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
We’re calling for more flexibility around learning and assessment, to support EAL students to learn English, and access the curriculum through English: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
August 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
The curriculum review is an important opportunity to reform a system that often fails to support EAL learners effectively.
We’re calling for more flexibility around learning and assessment, to support EAL students to learn English, and access the curriculum through English: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
We’re calling for more flexibility around learning and assessment, to support EAL students to learn English, and access the curriculum through English: https://bit.ly/4nSDEje
Demand for #ESOL is rising, but many struggle to access provision in their area. Whilst funding has been slashed, in some areas a flexible use of funding has enabled ESOL provision to reach those who need it and meet local demand. Learn more: bit.ly/3UaSio9
August 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Demand for #ESOL is rising, but many struggle to access provision in their area. Whilst funding has been slashed, in some areas a flexible use of funding has enabled ESOL provision to reach those who need it and meet local demand. Learn more: bit.ly/3UaSio9
#EAL pupils’ English proficiency = biggest achievement predictor at school. It explains 4-6 times as much variation in attainment as gender, FSM and ethnicity combined. Assessment of proficiency is key to effective classroom support and should be reintroduced in England: bit.ly/4nSDEje
August 13, 2025 at 1:21 PM
#EAL pupils’ English proficiency = biggest achievement predictor at school. It explains 4-6 times as much variation in attainment as gender, FSM and ethnicity combined. Assessment of proficiency is key to effective classroom support and should be reintroduced in England: bit.ly/4nSDEje
How can we make #ESOL more accessible to employees who speak English as a second language? For those working long hours or shifts, ESOL in the workplace could be a gamechanger, opening up new opportunities to gain vital language skills. Learn more: bit.ly/3UaSio9
August 6, 2025 at 1:12 PM
How can we make #ESOL more accessible to employees who speak English as a second language? For those working long hours or shifts, ESOL in the workplace could be a gamechanger, opening up new opportunities to gain vital language skills. Learn more: bit.ly/3UaSio9
Out of the 1 million people who report not speaking English well or at all, 1/3 are UK citizens. #ESOL can be key to unlocking a wealth of skills. But whilst demand is rising, decimated funding is leaving many struggling to get support they need.
View our calls for change: bit.ly/3UaSio9
View our calls for change: bit.ly/3UaSio9
July 30, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Out of the 1 million people who report not speaking English well or at all, 1/3 are UK citizens. #ESOL can be key to unlocking a wealth of skills. But whilst demand is rising, decimated funding is leaving many struggling to get support they need.
View our calls for change: bit.ly/3UaSio9
View our calls for change: bit.ly/3UaSio9
Multilingual classrooms are now the norm, with over 1 in 5 pupils speaking #EAL in England. But a policy vacuum, alongside the disappearance of expertise and services, has left learners unsupported and teachers unprepared. We’re calling for urgent changes to plug the gap: bit.ly/4nSDEje
July 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Multilingual classrooms are now the norm, with over 1 in 5 pupils speaking #EAL in England. But a policy vacuum, alongside the disappearance of expertise and services, has left learners unsupported and teachers unprepared. We’re calling for urgent changes to plug the gap: bit.ly/4nSDEje