I have worked with a diversity of ESL learners over the years. I offer additional interaction to help facilitate their learning and help them feel comfortable. I have found some would indicate they are having problems with English when they are actually good. My favorite phrase is "you speak better than me" therefore we will not use that as an excuse. There are some who can not assimilate to be successful in the classroom. At any rate, I work with all, offer encouragement and most have been successful with this approach.
We have to be mindful is communication a cultural deficit or a communication challenge?
