Level+5

* Although students are at the advanced stage, they can still make errors or be in need of extra guidance
 * __Level 5 ELL: The Advanced Stage__**
 * Understands English well, but may have gaps in specialized areas, such as healthcare or the lingo of typical American holidays
 * Able to interact easily with native speakers
 * Laughs at appropriate times
 * Their understanding of English is manifested well in their writing
 * Has the ability to participate in group projects without any language barriers
 * Understands plays on words and/or puns
 * Can take as long as three years to get to stage 5
 * Stage 5 ELL's should be treated as a native-speaking student; treating them differently could actually hold back their progress in learning English

Reading/Writing Skills
 * Reading
 * Can read at grade level
 * Writing
 * Can write at grade level