MoE wraps up ESL Adventure Summer Camp

The Education Ministry’s Migrant Education Support Unit (MESU) recently wrapped up its two-week ESL (English as A Second Language) Adventure Summer Camp.
The camp saw participation from 458 bilingual learners across Regions One, Two, Three, Four, and Nine, providing them with a unique opportunity to enhance their English language skills.
Designed with engaging and enjoyable activities, the ESL Adventure Camp aimed to improve the participants’ proficiency in English while fostering an inclusive environment for all learners seeking access to public education.
The initiative underscored the Ministry’s commitment to ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, has the chance to succeed in the educational system.
Senior Education Officer Renita Barnes highlighted the positive feedback from migrant parents, students, and their teachers. Through her interactions, she noted that parents welcomed the initiative, and children were overjoyed with the opportunity to learn, develop new skills, and build new friendships.
Parents also praised the efforts of the MESU and expressed a strong desire for the programme to be extended in the coming year.
On Friday, learners from Regions Three and Four, and Georgetown gathered at the Ministry of Education Ground for a celebratory event, where they were awarded certificates and backpacks.
The event was highlighted by the presentation of special prizes to participants of the MESU art competition, recognising their creativity and effort.
Coordinator of the Migrant Unit, Rampattie Prashad-Bisnauth emphasised the importance of the ESL Adventure Camp in providing a positive learning experience tailored to the unique circumstances of migrant students.
She noted that this initiative was part of a broader effort to support and integrate migrant learners into the public school system, ensuring they receive the education they deserve. All the activities of the School Support Services Units are geared towards connecting families, schools, and their communities, further strengthening the educational framework for all involved.