ELL (English Language Learner)
What it means
A term used in Ontario and some other systems for a student learning English in addition to a first language or language variety. Terminology and program eligibility vary by jurisdiction, and English-language development must not be assumed to explain a separate disability-related need.
Term details
Category: education
Regional use: canada, general
Last source check: July 28, 2026
Source
Check this definition against ontario.ca. Open the source before making health, education, funding, or legal decisions because guidance can change.
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