Curriculum

Our Curriculum

Many international school websites feature prosaic descriptions about their well-rounded, academic and holistic curricular that aim to balance high scholastic attainment with personal, social, creative and sporting development. Although clearly laudable, the achievement of these outcomes can be difficult to verify except through external inspection and accreditation, such as by gaining status as an International Baccalaureate or Cambridge International School.

We also aim to meet the detailed and demanding criteria required to become a registered Cambridge International School within a short time and  the good news is that in the interim our students can be entered for their IGCSEs in any of the numerous Cambridge authorised exam centres that are open to private candidates.

Do have a read of what we offer, or better, please call in for a chat if you have time!

AT A GLANCE:

Choose from either…

Or

And here are our qualifications…



Age


Centre


Level

International

Khmer

English Only
2+PreschoolDay CareUK Early Year
Foundation Stage
KindergartenEAL
Kindergarten
3+Nursery
4+K1
5+K2
6+PrimaryYear 1ប្រឡងបញ្ចប់ភូមិសិក្សាCambridge Starters
7+Year 2
8+Year 3Cambridge Starters
9+Year 4Cambridge Movers
10+Year 5Cambridge FlyersCambridge Movers
11+Year 6Cambridge Primary Checkpoint*
12+SecondaryYear 7Cambridge English: Keyប្រឡងបញ្ចប់បឋមភូមិសិក្សាCambridge Flyers
13+Year 8
14+Year 9Cambridge English: PreliminaryCambridge Key English Test
15+Year 10Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint*ប្រឡងមធ្យមទុតិយភូមិ
16+Year 11Cambridge IGCSE +Cambridge Preliminary
17+TertiaryYear 12Cambridge A Level (To be arranged)IELTS
18+Year 13
* Cambridge Primary & Secondary Checkpoint Exams in English as a Second Language, Mathematics & Science.
+ IGCSE- International General Certificate in Secondary Education in:

        English as a Second Language
        Business Studies




Mathematics
Chinese




Combined Science
Information Technology

Our International Curriculum

Early Years 

(ages 2 – 5)

We have chosen this framework because it is well-researched, detailed, often updated and abundantly-resourced, and many of the world’s best teachers know it well.

It identifies goals in knowledge, skills and understanding in seven areas:

1.      Communication and Language
2.      Physical Development
3.      Personal, Social and Emotional Development
4.      Literacy
5.      Understanding the World
6.      Mathematics
7.      Expressive arts and design

For each goal, there are three separate achievement levels within each Development Matters age band or Step:

– Expected: your child is working at the level expected for his/her age
– Emerging: your child is working below the expected level
– Exceeding: your child is working above the expected level

Your Report Card (shown below)  will also detail a written summary explaining special achievement and areas for development.

Why are the early years so important?

 

All the evidence suggests that investment in the education of the very young makes the biggest difference to their lives overall. Children who attend a quality early learning centre show marked advances socially and in literacy and numeracy that really put them ahead.

 

Our aim is to provide a safe, caring and friendly start in life that builds this knowledge, skills, understanding and confidence in ways that are always entertaining and also fun, ensuring the fastest gains and helping to form the best habits and attitudes towards learning that can last forever.

Our programme is based on the world-renowned UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage which offers a wealth of well-developed, tried and tested activities, resources, assessments and teacher education material. All progress is carefully and accurately charted against these internationally recognised and applied standards, so you will know straightaway how well your child is doing when compared to others, both in Cambodia and abroad.

Primary & Secondary (ages 6-17)

We offer a Cambridge pathway leading to the world University entrance IGCSE:

15

Primary
(ages 6-11)

16

Cambridge Global English is specifically for learners of English as a Second Language. It focuses on Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening as well as vocabulary building and the use of correct grammar in fun, topical and creative ways to engage all learners.

Cambridge Primary Science encourages enquiry and the language is written to be accessible to second language learners. It comes with Learner’s, Activity, Challenge and Skills Builder’s book to consolidate learning.

Oxford International Geography is a complete six year programme that provides an engaging introduction to the subject by using real life examples of both human and physical geography, such as basic map making to meeting the needs of the world’s population.

Oxford International History develops inquisitive and engaged learners through a six year programme, covering all of the world’s major eras and events and helping to provide a fuller understanding of how the world has evolved to date.

Chinese

A programme in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening in Mandarin is a must in Cambodia now.
We base ours on the popular Chinese Young Learners and basic levels of the HSK.

Most importantly, we aim to make this subject as much fun as possible.

Why Cambridge Primary?

Cambridge Primary is taught in more than 1,000 schools in over 100 countries.  The programme is designed to develop young learners who are confident, reflective, innovative and engaged.
We offer:

+ Cambridge Global English
+ Cambridge endorsed Top Maths
+ Cambridge Primary Science
+ Oxford International Geography
+ Oxford International History
+ Cambridge ICT Starters
+ Chinese as a Foreign Language
+ Physical Education

Top Maths is a spiralled programme, meaning that skills are revisited at each level to build confidence and competence as a child progresses over the years. For each stage there are two textbooks, two workbooks.

Cambridge ICT Starters is a must nowadays – we all know how important computers have become in our lives. The programme gives learner’s ICT competence in computer programming, word processing, digital graphics, databases, spreadsheets, email, presentations, video/animation, the internet and web authoring. We also look at esafety and the adaption of work to suit its audience.

E-Learning

On the theme of ICT, we are now moving towards the Flipped Learning – the acquisition of knowledge and skills gained by viewing the innumerable on-line lessons that are now freely available.

The effect will be to switch classroom focus more towards assessment and feedback on learning gained via a device.
We now support the carefully monitored initiative of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), and invite parents to  Join us on EDMODO- the hip way for teachers, students and parents to connect on-line.

What qualifications are available?

Cambridge Young Learners English

The Cambride Young Learners Exams (YLE) test English Language attainment in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening at 3 levels: Starters, Movers and Flyers.

 

Tests are set and marked in the UK, and certificates are issued from Cambridge about two months after the exam.

Year Age
3 8+
4 9+
5 10+

There is no pass or fail: students are awarded a number of shields (up to five) based on their total score.

Cambridge Young Learners exams are a first step on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) – the international standard in language learning.

Cambridge Primary Checkpoint

We also prepare students for Cambridge Primary Checkpoint in:

+ English as a Second Language
+ Maths
+ Science.

Year Age Checkpoint Exam
6 11+
English
Maths
Science

Our distribution of lessons looks like this

Years 1-6 English Maths Science Chinese ICT History and Geography PE or Library
5 3 2+ 3 2 2 1

Secondary

(ages 12-14)

Cambridge Global English Years 7-9 is specifically for learners of English as a Second Language. It focuses on Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening as well as vocabulary building and the use of correct grammar in fun, topical and creative ways to engage all learners.

Cambridge Secondary Science Years 7-9 encourages enquiry and the language is written to be accessible to second language learners. It comes with a Learner’s, Activity, Challenge and Skills Builder’s books to consolidate learning.

Oxford Key Stage 3 History Years 7-9 is matched to the new UK National Curriculum and has a strong focus on assessment, skills building, and is packed with even more rich and absorbing sources to spark the interest of all our students.

Oxford Key Stage 3 Geography Years 7-9 is also matched to the new UK National Curriculum and has a strong focus on developing the key analytical skills and grasp of terminology for confidence and competence in this important subject.

Why Cambridge Secondary?

It provides a natural progression from Cambridge Primary and leads to world- recognised university entrance qualifications.

We offer:

+ Cambridge Global English
+ Cambridge Maths
+ Cambridge Science
+ Oxford International Geography
+ Oxford International History
+ Cambridge ICT
+ Chinese as a Foreign Language
+ Physical Education

Cambridge Secondary Maths  Years 7-9  focuses on principles, patterns, systems, functions and relationships so that learners can apply their mathematical knowledge of the  Number, Geometry, Measure, Handling data and Problem solving.

ICT Framework Solutions offers a sound foundation in all modern applications and uses of ICT in the home, work and the environment – a vital part of any modern international school curriculum.

Chinese for Young Learners/ HSK  is offered to provide skill in Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing in Pin Yin and mainstream Mandarin so that all may take advantage of the opportunities presented by this dynamic language and culture.

What qualifications are available?

Cambridge English Assessment

The Cambride English Assessment tests English Language attainment in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.  Tests are set and marked in the UK, and certificates are issued from Cambridge about two months after the exam.

We offer:

Key English Test
Preliminary English

Year Age
7 12+
8 13+
9 14+

Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint

We also prepare students for Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint in:

+ English as a Second Language
+ Maths
+ Science.

Every year there are over 90,000 entries for Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint exams for 11 to 14 year olds.

Our distribution of lessons looks like this

Years 7-9 English Maths Science Chinese ICT History and Geography PE or Library ECA(Extra Curricular)
5 3 2+ 3 2 2 1 2

IGCSE –
International General
Certificate Education
(ages 14-17)

About Cambridge IGCSE – gateway to the world

Cambridge International School syllabi, examinations, learning resources and teacher training events are recognised by the world’s best universities and leading employers and have a proven reputation for being an excellent preparation for study and employment beyond higher education.  They are part of  the eight hundred year old University of Cambridge, recognized as one of the world’s most well-established and renowned institutions and a leader in setting the highest academic standards.

All qualifications such as IGCSE, AS and A Level are regularly monitored to meet international requirements and therefore open doors worldwide for Cambridge learners.
Here are some facts:

✓ Over 10,000 schools in more than 160 countries offer Cambridge programmes and qualifications.
✓ Cambridge International Examinations is the world’s largest provider of international education programmes and qualifications for 5 to 19 year olds.
✓ Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds. It is taken in over 140 countries and in more than 5,500 schools around the world.
✓ Cambridge International AS and A Levels are taken in more than 125 countries with more than 460,000 entries each year.
✓ Every year CIE receives more than 620,000 subject entries for Cambridge O Level from over 50 countries and produces around 5.7 million question papers each year.
✓ Cambridge examinations are marked by around 9000 highly skilled examiners.
✓ In 2008, it celebrated the 150th anniversary of the formation of the parent organisation Cambridge Assessment, and in 2009 it celebrated the 800th anniversary of the University of Cambridge.
✓ CIE runs more than 1100 training events a year providing thousands of teachers from across the globe with the skills and knowledge they need to help their learners succeed.

We offer cambridge IGCSEs in:

 English as a Second Language
 Mathematics
 Combined Science
 Business Studes
 Chinese as a Foreign Language
 Information & Communications Technoogy

A word about assessment

Continuous Assessment (CA) includes a range of modern, relevant assessment methods such as in-class tests, homework, learner presentations and observation of task performance against assessment criteria designed to give learners, teachers and parents a clearer picture of each child’s progress and areas for development. All available evidence suggests that this kind of assessment and feedback is the key to accelerate learning as it provides a more accurate summary of each child’s level of attainment as the term progresses, and so we ask in turn that all children make the effort to be present for them.

Summative Assessment (SA) – the end of term test – still remains the main basis for the termly yearly Report Card. Grades boundaries are identical to those set by Cambridge University.

And as we are a Cambridge English Language Assessment Exam Preparation Centre, we may as well mention that Cambridge has…

 100 Years of experience.
 52,000 preparation centres and 2,800 exam centres in 130 countries.
 Qualifications aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) – the international standard in language learning Accepted globally for work, immigration and study – Over 15,000 universities, employers and governments accept Cambridge English exams.
 Access to a variety of English – American, British, Australasian.
 A vast range of learning and exam preparation resources available.
 A choice of when, where and how to take an exam including by computer.
 A range of levels in real life English skills – we currently offer 5!
 Tests (such as ours, above) that are essentially presented in the same format that is used for IELTS (International English Language Testing System), one of the world’s leading English Language proficiency university entrance requirements that your child may wish to take when older.

EAL (English as an Additional Language)

We are a registered Cambridge English Language Assessment Preparation Centre and offer a half-day English (am or pm) as an Additional Language programme comprising the following components:

Cambridge English (60%)
plus
Science and Maths in English (40%).

The Cambridge English programme leads to one of the following globally recognised qualifications:

All our exams fall under the Common European Framework of Reference: