Why Cambridge? Curriculum - Krabi International School Thailand

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge International Education Thailand We’re immensely proud that within just four months of opening, we achieved the distinction of becoming a Cambridge school. This potentially record-setting accomplishment was made possible due to the unwavering dedication of our teaching and administration team at Krabi International School.

We’re extremely proud to be a Cambridge school, and below are just some of the reasons why:

  • Affiliated with the esteemed University of Cambridge, a not-for-profit and prestigious organisation.
  • Structured academic pathways from primary to secondary education.
  • Recognised as the world’s leading provider of international programmes for ages 5-18.
  • Features a diverse range of subjects with a curriculum adaptable to local cultural and linguistic contexts.
  • The Cambridge IGCSE is globally renowned and is the top international qualification for ages 14-16.
  • Established reputation for effectively preparing students for university, careers and life.
  • Annually, thousands secure places in premier global universities using Cambridge qualifications.
  • Provides extensive support for schools and educators via publications, online tools and professional development..
  • Continually commits to research and development to refine their offerings.

Cambridge Programmes at Our School

Our school offers a comprehensive suite of Cambridge programmes catering to students aged 5 to 18. The diversity of subjects available, coupled with the programme’s inherent flexibility, allows us to tailor an exciting and relevant curriculum for our students.

Students enrolled in these programmes are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in school, at university, and beyond.

Our Cambridge Programmes span from primary education to pre-university preparation. The table below describes each programme briefly, its typical duration and its intended age range:

Cambridge programmesTypical durationTypical age range
Cambridge Primary
Students develop skills and understanding in the core subjects of English, Maths and Science, taking Progression Tests to monitor and evaluate their development from Year 3 to 6. Checkpoint assessments are then sat at the end of Year 6 to gauge their understanding in these core subjects before moving to the lower secondary stage.Six years5–11 years
Cambridge Secondary 1
During their lower secondary years, students delve deeper into the core subjects of English, Maths, and Science. They continue taking Progression Tests to monitor and evaluate their development from Year 7 to 9. Then, Checkpoint assessments are sat at the end of Year 9 to gauge their understanding before they move onto the upper secondary (IGCSE) stage.Three years11–14 years
Cambridge IGCSE
During this stage, students have the opportunity to craft a diverse learning experience from a selection of subjects. In each chosen subject, their efforts culminate in the Cambridge IGCSE, a globally renowned qualification tailored for 14 to 16-year-olds.Two years14–16 years
Cambridge International AS & A Level
During this phase, students cultivate profound understanding and analytical abilities essential for university studies. Their academic journey is directed towards achieving the Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications, which will provide them with the flexibility to either hone in on specialised subjects in the subsequent stage of their academic careers.Two years16–19 years

For more information about Cambridge International Examinations please go to their website cambridgeinternational.org