Cambridge Introduction to UNESA

1. Introduction to Cambridge Curriculum

2. Bibie Nariswari, S.S., M.Pd
bibie.sugito@sisschools.org

3. www.menti.com
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5. Introducing the Cambridge Pathway
Presenter Name Bibie Nariswari, S.S., M.Pd
Job title : Exam Officer SIS Palembang Date 22 October 2023
Preparing school students for life

6. Introducing the Cambridge Pathway
4 About Cambridge International
4 Our programmes and qualifications

7. About Cambridge International

8. Introducing Cambridge International
4 We prepare school students for life, helping
them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting
passion for learning.
4 Nearly a million students in over 10 000
Cambridge schools in 160 countries.
4 We have a 150-year history of providing
international exams.
4 We are part of the University of Cambridge.

9. Cambridge Pathway

10. How will your child benefit?
Your child’s needs as a learner are at the heart of
our approach to education. We aim to help
students who are:
4 confident in working with information and ideas
– their own and those of others
4 responsible for themselves, responsive to and
respectful of others
4 reflective and developing their ability to learn
4 innovative and equipped for new and future
challenges
4 engaged intellectually and socially, ready to
make a difference…

11. Our programmes and
qualifications

12. Cambridge Primary
A strong foundation

13. Starting your child on an exciting educational journey

14. Developing a love of learning
4 Our programme is built around what
matters most to your child as they take
their first steps in education:
A broad curriculum for a balanced
education.
A robust foundation with excellent
progression.
A global learner in a local context.
A flexible approach.
An aligned programme based on the latest
research.

15. What will your child learn?

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Parents often share how curious and creative their kids
have become, that they can’t stop talking about the
sessions and how they look forward to their lesson, week
after week.
Snehlata Alphonso, JBCN International
School, Borivali, India

17. Trusted assessments. Recognised qualifications.
Accurately measuring your child’s potential and
progress can transform learning:
4 Computer-based assessments - measure
and benchmark potential and identify needs.
4 Classroom assessments - discuss with your
child ‘what went well’ and how to improve
further.
4 Cambridge Primary Progression Tests -
understand their strengths throughout the
school year and identify areas where help is
needed.
4 Cambridge Primary Checkpoint tests -
marked externally by Cambridge International
- taken in the final year.

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Parents often share how curious and creative their kids
have become, that they can’t stop talking about the
sessions and how they look forward to their lesson, week
after week.
Snehlata Alphonso, JBCN International
School, Borivali, India

19. Ready for the world

20. Cambridge Lower Secondary
Preparing your child for the next step

21. Preparing your child for the next step

22. A love of learning
4 Our programme is built around what
matters most to your child as they take
their first steps in education:
A broad curriculum for a balanced
education.
A clear path to progress, step by step.
A global learner in a local context.
A flexible approach.
An aligned programme based on the
latest research.

23. What will your child learn?

24. Trusted assessments. Recognised qualifications.
Accurately measuring your child’s potential and
progress can transform learning:
4 Computer-based assessments - measure
and benchmark potential and identify needs.
4 Classroom assessments - discuss with
your child ‘what went well’ and how to
improve further.
4 Cambridge Lower Secondary Progression
Tests - understand strengths and identify
areas where help is needed.
4 Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint
tests - marked externally by Cambridge
International - taken in the final year.

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Cambridge International has helped us to develop
students' soft skills, broaden their knowledge and help
them understand the value of collaboration.
Rutdiana Anggodo, Curriculum Coordinator,
Saint Peter's Catholic School, Jakarta, Indonesia

26. Ready for the world

27. Cambridge Upper Secondary
Inspiring students to love learning

28. Helping your child discover new abilities and a wider world

29. Cambridge IGCSE™
The world’s most popular international qualification for
14 to 16 year olds

30. Cambridge IGCSE – the best international education
4 The world’s most popular international
qualification for 14 to 16 year olds.
4 Over 800 000 entries every year.
4 Flexible - students can choose from 70
subjects in any combination.
4 Tried, tested and trusted.

31. Fair assessment for every student
4 Assessment at end of the course.
4 Fair for all students in every country,
particularly those whose first language is
not English.
4 Written, oral, coursework and practical
assessment options give students
opportunities to demonstrate learning.
4 Grades are A*–G, with A* being the
highest.

32. Cambridge IGCSE provided me with the challenges I needed
to prepare myself for the next stage in my life.
Jazlina Sutanto, former Cambridge IGCSE student,
Anglo Singapore International School, Thailand

33. Cambridge IGCSE – Progress and recognition
4 Excellent preparation for Cambridge
Advanced.
4 Internationally recognised by universities
and employers.
4 Check which universities recognise our
qualifications:
cambridgeinternational.org/recognition

34. Cambridge O Level
Sensitive to the needs of different countries

35. Cambridge O Level – an international curriculum
4 Typically for learners aged 14 to 16.
4 For students whose first language may
not be English.
4 Broad and balanced study – over 40
subjects available.
4 Builds skills in creative thinking,
enquiry and problem solving.

36. Fair assessment for every student
4 Assessment takes place at end of course.
4 Written, oral, coursework and practical
assessment options give students
opportunities to demonstrate learning.
4 Options for students of different abilities.
4 Grades are A*–E, with A* being the highest.

37. Progression and recognition

38. Cambridge O Level – international recognition
4 Excellent preparation for Cambridge
Advanced.
4 Internationally recognised by
universities and employers.
4 Check which universities recognise our
qualifications:
cambridgeinternational.org/recogniti
on

39. As I applied mainly to UK universities, my Cambridge
International qualifications were viewed very favourably because
UK students take similar qualifications.”
Kamal Khan Virk, former Cambridge O Level and
Cambridge International AS & A Level student, Pakistan

40. Cambridge Advanced
Developing deep subject knowledge and higher order thinking skills

41. Preparing for university and higher education

42. Cambridge International AS & A Level – international curriculum
4 Students develop deep subject
knowledge, conceptual understanding
and higher order thinking skills.
4 55 subjects to choose from.
4 Over 530 000 entries a year from 130
countries.

43. Cambridge International AS & A Level – assessment
4 Exams taken at the end of the course -
students develop a deeper
understanding of subjects.
4 Choice of three assessment options.
4 Each subject receives a separate
grade.
4 Grades are from A* to E, with A* being
the highest.
4 Exams in November and June with
flexibility of timing.

44. With the Cambridge Pathway, the world is within your reach

45. What are admissions officers looking for?
The top five skills and qualities university admissions officers are
looking for when they are assessing applicants are:
overall academic achievement.
character traits e.g. motivation, perseverance, collaboration.
proficiency in English.
understanding in subject area.
extracurricular activities.

46. Why do university admissions officers rate Cambridge so highly?

47. Why do university admissions officers rate Cambridge so highly?

48. Taking Cambridge International A Levels was the best decision. They
granted me significant university credits and equipped me with the
fundamental knowledge needed for advanced university courses.
Celina Wu studied Cambridge International A Levels at Bina Bangsa
School in Indonesia, now majoring in Neuroscience at the University of
Michigan.

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