The Cambridge education system prepares students for life \u2014 not only inside the classroom but also in their personal and professional lives. As an inspiring, challenging and international curriculum, the Cambridge curriculum helps students develop curiosity and love for learning.<\/p>\n
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Key benefits of Cambridge curriculum<\/h2>\n
Here we talk about three key benefits of the curriculum for your secondary school child:<\/p>\n
The Cambridge curriculum is international:<\/h4>\n
\u25cf In many ways, the Cambridge international curriculum is considered to be the global standard of education. While the Cambridge education system is rooted in the excellent academic standards that have long defined the programme, it is also a flexible curriculum \u2014 giving international schools the power to create a learning experience that is right for their student body.<\/p>\n
\u25cf The Cambridge curriculum offers more than 70 subjects within the Cambridge IGCSE<\/a>. Most international schools that offer the Cambridge Curriculum provide various combinations of those subjects to best appeal to their students.<\/p>\n \u25cf The curriculum establishes a strong foundation when offered in Grades 6-8 as part of the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme<\/a> (CLSP), and that foundation is built upon throughout the IGCSE, which is available to secondary students in Grades 9-10.<\/p>\n \u25cf As an international curriculum, the Cambridge education system is recognised around the globe. It is an ideal option for those who want to pursue an international university or expatriate families who may be relocating at some point during their child’s secondary school years. It offers structure, consistency, international perspective \u2014 all while supporting academic development and nurturing students to become lifelong learners.<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n \u25cf For centuries, learning was considered to be the process of knowledge acquisition, and fact-gathering and memorising played a central role in a student’s overall experience. The heart of the learning experience is rooted in in-depth conceptual understanding of the subject areas along with higher-order thinking.<\/p>\n \u25cf The courses within the Cambridge education system go deep into a particular topic, giving students an expert understanding of a specific subject area. While knowledge acquisition plays a role in these courses, the goal is really to have each student develop a conceptual understanding of the topic while also building upon skills they can utilise in the outside world.<\/p>\n \u25cf Students will receive syllabi that reflect a spiral approach to learning. Each syllabus is created with previous learning in mind and has been adapted to reflect the latest educational research on the topic. Children will complete assignments that allow them to think critically about the subject and apply their learning within their communities.<\/p>\n \u25cf In addition to instilling knowledge in their students related to the course topic, each instructor also works to develop the Cambridge learner attributes within their course. Both teachers and students actively work to develop identified learner attributes, such as being confident, reflective, innovative, responsible, engaged and more.<\/p>\n \u25cf Teachers are able to provide a world-class education to their students because they have access to support material, training programmes and additional resources that are used to further their professional development.<\/p>\n \u25cf The commitment to teaching and learning within the Cambridge education system extends beyond standards of academic excellence for students and works to instil lifelong learning at all levels.<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n Also read: <\/strong>Global Citizenship: Why International Mindedness matters for 21st century learners<\/a><\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n \u25cf Perhaps one of the most significant advantages of the Cambridge international curriculum is that it is recognised by top universities around the world. More than 2,200 universities and colleges recognise the Cambridge qualifications, including in the United Kingdom and more than 850 universities in the United States, including the Ivy League universities.<\/p>\n \u25cf This recognition speaks volumes. When a university receives an application from a student who has been a part of the Cambridge education system, they instantly know that they have a lifelong learner on their hands; one who knows how to think critically, act responsibly and be mindful of how their actions impact the world around them.<\/p>\n \u25cf The Cambridge curriculum works to build connections and allows students to understand how their coursework relates to the world around them. People are not just born with higher-order thinking skills; they have to hone and develop them over time.<\/p>\n \u25cf Universities know that secondary school students who have completed the Cambridge curriculum have well-developed critical thinking skills and are prepared for university life.<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n The Cambridge curriculum is built on the fact that higher-order thinking skills are needed \u2014 not only in the classroom but also in every aspect of an individual’s life. Students enrolled in a secondary school that offers the Cambridge curriculum actively work on honing their 21st-century skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, research, collaboration and communication.<\/p>\n At GIIS, we have implemented the Cambridge International Curriculum and have found that it is a wonderful option for our secondary school students in Singapore. These are a few reasons why you should consider the Cambridge curriculum at GIIS:<\/p>\n \u25cf We offer the CLSP as well as the IGCSE, allowing our secondary students to begin their experience with the Cambridge curriculum and enjoy the consistency that comes from working with this curriculum throughout secondary school.<\/p>\n \u25cf CLSP at GIIS<\/a> is offered under qualified and dedicated teachers who understand the curriculum well. They provide knowledge and skills in subjects like English, Global Perspectives, Maths, Science, ICT, Digital Literacy. Within the second language subject area, students can choose from French, Mandarin, Hindi or Tamil.<\/p>\n \u25cf Within the IGCSE, we offer courses across all five topics, including courses in Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences, Sciences, Maths, Creative, Technical and Vocational Studies.<\/p>\n \u25cf All assessments are offered according to the standards and schedule of the curriculum. At GIIS, we are proud of the fact that our students receive excellent results<\/a> on these assessments. These assessment results are used to fuel further learning and personalise the learning experience for each individual student, allowing them to get the most out of their time at GIIS<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\nFocus on in-depth conceptual understanding:<\/h4>\n
Recognised by top universities globally:<\/h3>\n
Why opt for the Cambridge International Curriculum at GIIS<\/h3>\n
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