The Cambridge Lower Secondary curriculum has been implemented in many international schools. With an approach that encourages curiosity, critical and analytical thinking, and the use of English in learning, this curriculum becomes a strong foundation before moving to the IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) level.

Sampoerna Academy, as one of the internationally-standard schools in Indonesia, has integrated the Cambridge Curriculum to support students' academic and character development. Find out more about the Cambridge Curriculum here!

What Is the Cambridge Curriculum?

The Cambridge Curriculum is an international education curriculum developed by Cambridge Assessment International Education, which is part of the University of Cambridge, England. There are five stages in implementing this curriculum, namely:

• Cambridge Early Years, for students aged 3-5 years.
• Cambridge Primary, for students aged 5-11 years.
• Cambridge Lower Secondary, for students aged 11-14 years.
• Cambridge Upper Secondary, for students aged 14-16 years.
• Cambridge Advanced, for students over 16 years old.

Sampoerna Academy implements the Cambridge Curriculum to prepare students to excel academically, with a combination of the STEAM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). Later, students will focus on two exams simultaneously, namely Cambridge IGCSE and the National Examination.

About Cambridge Lower Secondary

Meanwhile, the Cambridge Middle School Curriculum or Cambridge Lower Secondary is intended for students aged from 11 to 14 years. This curriculum is able to provide broader and deeper education to support students' development toward a better future.

One of the advantages of Cambridge Lower Secondary is its flexibility. Schools can choose combinations of subjects according to student needs and interests. In addition, this curriculum can coexist with the national curriculum, or as part of a bilingual program.

Core Subjects in Cambridge Lower Secondary

Cambridge Lower Secondary offers more than 10 core subjects. All subjects available can support students' development to face the challenges of the times. Here are the main subject options:

• Art and Design
• Computing, which is the development of computational thinking skills
• Digital Literacy
• English
• English as a Second Language
• Global Perspectives, which is the development of research, analysis, evaluation, reflection, collaboration, and communication skills
• Modern Foreign Languages
• Humanities, which studies humans
• Mathematics
• Music
• Physical Education
• Science
• Wellbeing

Further Education After Cambridge Lower Secondary

After successfully completing the Cambridge Middle School curriculum qualification, students can continue to the next level, namely Cambridge Upper Secondary, which consists of IGCSE, O (Ordinary) Level, or ICE (International Certificate in Education). This advanced curriculum is intended for students aged 14-16 years or early high school level.

After the Cambridge IGCSE program, students can continue to A Levels which are also available in international schools. Sampoerna Academy offers the Cambridge Upper Secondary IGCSE and A Levels curriculum for high school students as a continuation of Cambridge Lower Secondary.

Benefits of Schools with Cambridge Middle School Curriculum

Based on the Cambridge International website, there are more than 10,000 schools in over 160 countries around the world that have implemented the Cambridge Curriculum. More and more schools are implementing this curriculum because of the following benefits:

• The Cambridge Curriculum is applicable worldwide, thus receiving international recognition.
• As preparation for students for Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, which are advanced programs to enter international universities.
• Flexible subject choices, so they can adapt to students' interests and talents.
• Emphasizes analytical skills and independent learning as important abilities to face competition in the 21st century.

Best Cambridge Middle School Curriculum at Sampoerna Academy

Education with the Cambridge Middle School Curriculum or Cambridge Lower Secondary is a preparatory stage before entering Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels. At Sampoerna Academy, this curriculum is implemented in grades 7 and 8 with a focus on developing academic and critical thinking skills.

In addition, integration with the STEAM approach can also encourage students to learn comprehensively and practically, so they are better prepared to face challenges at the Cambridge IGCSE level. Prepare your children's future with the right curriculum at Sampoerna Academy!