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About Cambridge

The Cambridge program

The Cambridge program is a four-stage learning program for students aged 5 - 19. Students can join the program at any stage.

Lower Division students will generally study Cambridge IGCSE subjects, while Upper Division students will progress to Cambridge International AS and A Level subjects.

Why schools like Cambridge

Flexibility

Students can study a range of subjects at different levels.

Support for teaching and learning

We provide full support for teaching and learning through:

• teaching resources
• teacher training
• professional development
• support for schools introducing Cambridge programs

Accessibility

Cambridge programs and qualifications are accessible for a wide ability range, and offer stretch and challenge for the most able students.

Purpose

Cambridge programs promote autonomous learning and an inquiry-based approach.

Cambridge programs develop specific subject-based:

• knowledge
• understanding
• application
• skills

Cambridge programs also develop generic skills, such as:

• critical thinking
• problem solving
• reflections on individual learning
• communication skills

Flexible progression

Cambridge IGCSE and International A Levels are part of an internationally benchmarked continuum for students aged 5 - 19.

Lower Division students generally start to study Cambridge IGCSE subjects in Grade 9, continuing into Grade 10. Students can continue studying Cambridge IGCSE subjects through until Grade 12, or if they are ready for more advanced study, move on to Cambridge International AS Level subjects in Grade 11. Students who want to study at a higher level can move on to Cambridge International A Level subjects in Grade 12.

Our mission

We are committed to our mission of extending access to the benefits of high-quality education around the globe. Our programs and qualifications are designed to support high-quality educational performance and develop successful students.

We are a department of one of the world’s top universities, the University of Cambridge, renowned worldwide for excellence in education. As a not-for-profit organization, we continually invest in educational research and services to bring the values of the University of Cambridge into classrooms worldwide.