IB MYP Grade 5 English Language Acquisition
English Language Acquisition for IB MYP Grade 5 (ages 15–16) covers building English as an additional language through listening, reading, speaking and writing in meaningful contexts. At this advanced stage, learners learn to understand spoken and written English, communicate ideas with growing fluency and write accurately for real purposes.
What learners will do
- Understand spoken and written English
- Communicate ideas with growing fluency
- Write accurately for real purposes
How English Language Acquisition is assessed
MYP Language Acquisition is assessed against four criteria: A (listening), B (reading), C (speaking) and D (writing).
Explore the topics
Listening Speaking Reading Writing Language Forms and StructuresDraft first, then improve. Reading your writing aloud is the quickest way to spot sentences that need fixing.
Who is this English Language Acquisition page for?
It is for IB MYP Grade 5 learners, typically aged 15–16, and for the parents and teachers who support them.
Where do I start?
Open a topic below and try the free resources first. Move to premium resources when you want more practice.