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Adopting the Common European Framework (CEFR)
WHEN Thailand’s new school year begins in May, teachers and schools across the country will begin the process of aligning their English language teaching with the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR). This alignment with internationally recognised language standards is a positive step towards raising the standards of English in Thailand, but it […]
MoreASEAN Education Challenge – English Education Seminar CMU August 2012
Session 1: “How other ASEAN member countries are progressing in developing English language skills in the lead up to 2015″ 1 Session 2: Thailand “Time to wake up to learn English in a quick and practical way” by Kru Kate (Dr. Netpreeya Choomchaiyo)” Session 3: Panel Discussion – Action plan for “Riding the Wave of Educational […]
MoreWhat is an English Programme?
When talking with parents I am regularly asked exactly what an English Programme (EP) is and what are the benefits of the English Programme at Varee Chiang Mai School. To answer these questions comprehensively it’s important to provide some background to the educational initiative know as the English Programme. In 1999 the Thai Ministry of […]
MoreCambridge ESOL Exams at Varee Chaing Mai School, January 2011
Students in EP2, EP3 and EP5 of the English Programme at Varee Chiang Mai School will be having Cambridge ESOL tests on Wednesday 12th January 2011. These tests are available at 3 different levels; Starter (EP2), Mover (EP3), Flyer (EP5). These tests are administered by official representatives from Cambridge University ESOL division. The costs for […]
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