Informal observation form for newly arrived ESL students
Date:……………………………………………………………
Name of Student:………………………………………………
School:…………………………………………………………
Year Group:………………………………………………..…..
Date of Arrival:………………………………………………..
Teacher:………………………………………………………..
Does the student:
Arrive on time for class
Attend school regularly
Bring necessary materials (pens, ruler, eraser, books, sports
clothes etc)
Organise subject books (use margins, date work, use
headings, present legible work etc.)
Appear interested in their environment (both in and out of
the classroom)
Have friends
Listen actively to text e.g. instructions, comments, stories
Observe closely experiments or demonstrations
Watch for clues from other students
Seek clarification for instructions
Attempt new tasks
Share with other students
Participate in groups or tasks
Use school resources (library, computers, sports
equipment)
Expect to learn (asks questions, seek information, copies
other students, look for feedback)
ESL Program
Department of Education Tasmania