SPARC speaking proficiency score
The SPARC Score is better than ever! Our proprietary speaking proficiency metric now tracks oral language growth at the school, class, and student level. Even more exciting, a recent independent study found that the SPARC Score is a reliable predictor of outcomes on English Language Proficiency assessments like WIDA ACCESS. The study also showed that students using Joy School English at recommended levels saw an average 55% improvement on their WIDA ACCESS scores.
Learn more how the SPARC Score works here.
New Activities
Check out these fun new activities!:
- Undercover Story – students follow a simple sequence of pictures, listen to the story, and retell it in their own words
- Speaker Speeder – a fast-paced challenge where students listen to and practice conversation phrases
- Value Animations – new interactive scenarios that reinforce character-building values as kids see the results of their choices
Older Newcomer Updates
The Older Newcomer course (perfect for upper elementary students new to English) just got even better. We’ve added more age-appropriate fiction and nonfiction books to keep students engaged, plus a new placement test designed specifically for older newcomers to help them get started in just the right spot.