Cambridge International Secondary Programme

Cambridge International Secondary Programme

Cambridge Lower Secondary develops skills and understanding in English, Mathematics and Science for the first three years of secondary education. It combines a world-class curriculum, high-quality support for teachers and integrated assessment.

A foundation for progression

Cambridge Lower Secondary provides excellent preparation for Cambridge Upper Secondary and other educational programmes. Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint tests can be used to monitor learners’ readiness for the next stage of education.

External Benchmark

Cambridge Lower Secondary includes two testing options: Cambridge Lower Secondary Progression Tests and Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint. These assessments provide an international benchmark of student achievement, helping teachers to identify learners’ strengths and weaknesses and give advice on progression routes.

International Curriculum

Appropriate and relevant internationally, Cambridge Lower Secondary has been designed to be culturally sensitive. It includes top-quality teaching and assessment resources appropriate for teaching and learning in local and international schools.

Flexibility

Schools can use Cambridge Lower Secondary with other curricula. No part of the programme is compulsory, so teachers can use the materials to suit their own situation.