Northern Bay College has two New Arrival Language Centres, run by the Geelong English Language Centre (GELC), to support students from newly settled families.
The EAL Transition Program, for Years 1–8, provides four weekly sessions of specialized English instruction for EAL students. The program also monitors students who have exited the Transition Program, supporting them in mainstream classes. MEAs contribute over 200 hours per week, assisting EAL students and teachers across various curriculum areas.
For Years 9–12, EAL programs focus on language skills for both academic and employment pathways. EAL English classes are offered at Year 9, 10, and VCE levels, with senior students in the Victorian Certificate Pathway receiving literacy support through differentiated teaching practices. These programs help students achieve success in industry, TAFE, and university, while ensuring they are connected to their community and equipped with employability skills.
The EAL Program also provides bi-lingual Homework Clubs and project-based learning, with a focus on developing digital literacy skills for all EAL students.
