- English has been a second language taught in all schools in Nepal.
- English is the medium of teaching and learning at higher level.
- English is introduced as a compulsory subject in all schools of Nepal from the very beginning of school education.
- The primary level English curriculum has been designed with a view to catering to the immediate needs of children learning English and building a basic foundation for their further studies in and through English.
- Moreover, it aims at developing a comprehensive communicative competence on the part of learners.
- The major focus of this curriculum is on language skills viz, listening, speaking, reading and writing. By the end of Grade 5 children will be able to use English effectively in a limited set of situations.
General Objectives, Grades 1 – 5 (Level wise)
State the level-wise general objectives of the primary level English curriculum.
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What are the objectives of teaching English in the primary schools of Nepal?
- To give pupils ample exposure to the English language so that they can understand and respond in simple English with acceptable pronunciation and intonation,
- To provide them with the opportunities to practice their English in and outside the classroom so that they can communicate in simple English,
- To help them develop an enthusiasm for reading so that they will be responsive and knowledgeable readers,
- To help them develop their potentialities in writing so that they can be creative writers, and
- To develop a positive attitude towards learning English and build up confidence in using English.