Lower Secondary

In Lower Secondary, we follow a curriculum that eases the transition from primary to secondary school. We introduce and build important study skills and knowledge to bring students forward towards their international public examinations at IGCSE and AS/A Level.

In Years 7, 8 and 9, we follow the Cambridge Lower Secondary curriculum for English, Science, Mathematics, Global Perspectives, Art and PE, with a modified programme in other subjects on the National Curriculum of England and Wales, tailored to our student's needs.

The subjects studied throughout Lower Secondary are:

English (as a First or Second language), French (as a First or Second language), Mathematics, Science (Biology, Physics and Chemistry), Art, History, Geography, Physical Education, and Project Management.

Technology is integral to our learning.

All students have a school email address used to access a variety of Google Education apps and other educational platforms both in school and at home. Canvas is one of these platforms and constitutes a link between students and their teacher. Canvas enables students to view work, submit work, view websites and videos which their teachers have selected.

All students routinely use their school-issued Chromebooks. Every classroom is equipped with an interactive whiteboard that enhances learning via online resources, including video.

Central to our curriculum is the weekly tutorial lessons. These cover study skills and personal, social and health education, and Whole School Assemblies and House Team events. The Class Tutor is the main link with parents, sharing updates about your child’s development.

Students may receive learning support comprising of additional English lessons or an International Individual Learning Plan for students with a recognised specific learning difficulty.

Throughout the year, there are various extracurricular activities, as well as class educational trips. Each year, students are also invited to attend a 3-4 day residential trip.