This document provides information about the IGCSE program and subject selection for parents. Some key points: - The IGCSE is an international curriculum that develops skills like creative thinking and problem solving. It is a popular qualification for 14-16 year olds that prepares students for university. - Students need to obtain at least a grade of C in 5 subjects to automatically enter the IBDP program in Grade 11. Subject selection should consider students' interests, performance, and university requirements. - A variety of subjects are offered including sciences, humanities, languages, mathematics, arts and PE. Minimum grade requirements and recommendations apply for some subjects. - Parents should consult guidance counselors if unsure about subject

1. Information Session with Parents
Dr Lee Khen Seng
Vice Principal (Secondary)
Wednesday 26 August, 2015
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2. What is the IGCSE?
 An international curriculum that develops
students' skills
 Creative thinking
 Enquiry
 Problem solving
 The world's most popular international
qualification for 14–16 year olds
 Equips students with skills for immediate
foundation year of University
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3.  Preparation for the next stage in their education
including progression to International
Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
 We would expect at least 5 (five) subjects at ‘B’
level for automatic entry to Grade 11 IBDP.
 It is beneficial to have a broad and balanced
curriculum.
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4. SUCCESSFUL GRADES
 IGCSE candidates will achieve A*, A, B, C, D, E, F,
G or U for each subject.
 Grade A* is awarded to those candidates showing
highest ability in a subject
 Grade G for a minimum satisfactory performance.
 Performance below the standard of G are ungraded
(U).
 A minimum grade of C is prerequisite to enter the
upper level of study for most institutions around
the world.
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5. 2015 June IGCSE Results
Add
Math
Math Bio Phy Chem
Eng
2nd
Eng
1st
Chi
(For)
Chi
(2nd
)
Total
candidates
31 45 26 25 32 5 47 17 6
A and
above
77% 93% 58% 76% 66% 40% 62% 53% 33%
B and
above
97% 98% 88% 88% 84% 100% 85% 82% 83%
C and
above
100% 96% 100% 94% 96% 88% 100%
Below C 3%
(1 pupil)
4%
(1 pupil)
6%
(2 pupils)
4%
(2 pupils)
12%
(2 pupils)
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6. 2015 June IGCSE Results
Geo ICT
Indo
(For)
Eng
Lit
Art Music PE
Bus
Stud
T & T
Total
candidates
23 20 28 15 4 9 16 26 16
A and above 65% 55% 96% 67% 50% 89% 6% 62% 66%
B and above 83% 90% 100% 87% 100% 63% 92% 88%
C and above 96% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
BELOW C 4%
(1 pupil)
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7. 2014-2015 IGCSE Results
Out of 45 (mainstream)+7(Pre-IB) students,
9 students with 8 distinctions
7 students with 7 distinctions
6+4 students with 6 distinctions
6+2 students with 5 distinctions
Total= 28+6 (65%of cohort) students
obtaining at least 5 distinctions
*1 Pre-IB student took only 3 IGCSE subjects as he had
taken others in his previous school (3 distinctions)7

8. SUBJECTS OFFERED 2016-2017
All grade 9 students must take English and Mathematics.
The subjects for the IGCSE are grouped as follows:
GROUP 1: Bahasa Indonesia or Indonesian (Foreign)
OR Chinese (Second) or Chinese(Foreign)
GROUP 2: Additional Mathematics or Business
Studies
GROUP 3: Chemistry or Economics or
Information & Com Technology
GROUP 4: Biology or Physics
GROUP 5: History or Geography or English Literature
GROUP 6: Biology or History or Physical Education
Travel &Tourism or Music or Art
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9. How to choose a subject?
 Three major considerations:
− Consider the subjects that the student has
inclination for
− Consider the subjects that the student has
performed well in (subject teachers)
− Admission requirements for higher secondary
and tertiary study – look at university entry
requirements (Ms Ezmieralda, Ms Harsha)
 Do not be influenced by other students’ selections
 Do not choose according to the subject teacher
whom you like
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10. Subject Selection Letter
 The letter will be sent at the start of quarter 4
 The full range of choices available in 2016 – 2017 are
shown in the letter
 Please note that a subject/some subjects may be
unavailable (x) to the student. Subjects are made
unavailable when the school believes that the student’s
previous academic record suggests that success in that
particular IGCSE subject is unlikely
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11. Group Subjects (Choose one (1) only from each Choice) Availability (√ or x)
Choice 1 (i) Bahasa Indonesia
(ii)Indonesia (Foreign)
(iii)Chinese as Second Language
(iv)Chinese Language (Foreign)
√
√
x
x
Choice 2 (i) Additional Mathematics
(ii)Business Studies
x
√
Choice 3 (i) Chemistry *
(ii)Economics
(iii)Information and Communication Technology
√
√
√
Choice 4 (i) Physics *
(ii)Biology
x
√
Choice 5 (i) Geography
(ii)History
(iii)English Literature **
x
√
√
Choice 6 (i) Biology*
(ii)History**
(iii)Art
(iv)Travel and Tourism
(v) Physical Education
(vi)Music
√
√
x
√
√
x
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12. Criteria for Grade 9 Subject Options (Parent Letter dated 19 August 2015)
Subject Entering IGCSE Programme in Grade 9
English as First Language Minimum overall score for grade 8 English = 50%
English Literature Minimum overall score for grade 8 English = 75%, with recommendation from subject teacher.
Chinese (Foreign) Must have at least 1 year of Chinese studies. Acquired basic skills and knowledge in grammar, pinyin,
reading and writing Chinese characters.
Chinese (Second) Good command of Chinese with recommendations from subject teachers.
Bahasa Indonesia Must complete Grade 8 Indonesian (Advance or Standard) with recommendation from subject teacher.
Indonesian (Foreign) Must complete Grade 8 Indonesian (Foundation or Standard)) with recommendation from subject
teacher.
Mathematics Minimum overall score for grade 8 Mathematics = 50%.
Additional Mathematics Minimum overall score for grade 8 Mathematics = 75%, with recommendation from subject teacher.
Biology Minimum overall score for grade 8 Biology = 50%. An additional science can only be taken if minimum
overall score for grade 8 Biology = 75%, with recommendation from subject teacher.
Chemistry Minimum overall score for grade 8 Chemistry = 50%. An additional science can only be taken if minimum
overall score for grade 8 Chemistry = 75%, with recommendation from subject teacher.
Physics Minimum overall score for grade 8 Physics = 50%. An additional science can only be taken if minimum
overall score for grade 8 Physics = 75%, with recommendation from subject teacher.
Triple sciences combination is offered only to students who scored 75% for every of the three sciences
in grade 8.
IGCSE Physical Education Must achieve at least a bronze award in school Physical Fitness Test. School representative in at least one
sport CCA and participates in four practical activities from two of the following categories: games, athletic
activities, dance and swimming. Recommendation from subject teacher is required.
Economics, History,
Geography, Business
Studies and Travel &
Tourism
Good command of English with recommendations from subject teachers.
Art, Music, ICT Inclination for the subject with recommendations from subject teachers.
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13. The Subject Groups for IBDP
♦ Group 1 - Studies in Language and Literature
 English A – Language and Literature
(HL and SL) or
 English B (HL)
♦ Group 2 – Language Acquisition
 Indonesian A Language and Literature
(HL and SL) or
 Indonesian B (HL and SL) or
 Indonesian Ab Initio (SL) or
 Chinese B (HL and SL) or
 Mandarin Ab Initio (SL)
♦ Group 3 - Individuals and Societies
 Business and Management (HL and SL) or
 Economics (HL and SL) or
 Geography (HL and SL)
 History (HL and SL)
♦ Group 4 – Sciences
 Physics (HL and SL) or
 Biology (HL and SL)
♦ Group 5 – Mathematics
 Mathematics (HL and SL) or
 Mathematical Studies (SL)
♦ Group 6 - The Arts and Electives
 Visual Arts (HL and SL) or
 Music (HL and SL) or
 Chemistry (HL and SL) or
 Physics (HL and SL) or
 Biology (HL and SL) or
 Economics(HL and SL) or
 Business (HL and SL) or
 Geography (HL and SL) or
 History (HL and SL) or
 Sports Science
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14. Please note:
1. In choosing from this group it is important to
consider what your son/daughter will study as a
language option in years 11 and 12. It is expected that
the student will continue this choice in the IB
Diploma/Certificate.
2. Only those students who have demonstrated strong
skills in Mathematics should study Additional
Mathematics.
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15. Please note:
3. It is recommended that those students who have a
love for Science, have good skills and a desire to pursue
science related subjects at IB Diploma/Certificate and
University level choose Chemistry and Physics. For
other students, Business Studies and Biology might be a
more appropriate choice.
4. Only students with strong English Language skills
should choose English Literature.
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16. Please note:
5. The choices made on the course selection letter will give
subject teachers, the IGCSE coordinators, myself and the
Executive Principal the opportunity to consider the
suitability of each course to each student.
6. Once students embark on their IGCSE studies, we will
allow changes only within the first three (3) weeks of
Quarter 1. The cost of any extra books that are supplied
due to changes will be borne by the parent.
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17. Our Expectations
 Educationally, the next 4 years are the most
important of a student’s life.
 Workload will get progressively heavier and students
must work hard and submit work punctually and to
the highest standard.
 Parents must support and monitor their children.
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18. And Now….
 It is advisable to talk or write to Ms Ezmieralda
<ekallista@acsjakarta.sch.id> or Ms Harsha
<harsha.chandir@acsjakarta.sch.id>, Higher Education Coordinators,
if there is uncertainty regarding prerequisite subjects for courses at
tertiary institutions.
 Heads of Department and Coordinators may also be consulted
regarding subject specific questions:-
 Mr Timothy and Ms Gina Yoviana– IGCSE Coordinator s(Questions
regarding the IGCSE may be directed to them)
 Mr Peter Greener- IBDP Coordinator
 Mr John Freeman – English
 Mr Carolus Sadsoeitoeboen – Mathematics
 Mr Timothy Lim – Humanities and Social Sciences, Business
 Mr Khin Thern – Science
 Mr Tri Maryanto – Indonesian
 Ms Arum Purwaningrum – Chinese
 Mr Daniel Dasalak – Music and Art
 Mr Ivan Tan- PE
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