IGCSETM PARENTS ORIENTATION
Let’s Talk About IGCSETM
Rophine Field
International School
Mission and Vision
Mission
To develop young children with active and
creative minds, a sense of understanding and
compassion for others, and the courage to act on
their beliefs.
Vision
To be an exceptional institution full of learning,
comfort, laughter, and friendship and where all
children feel safe and valued.
What is Cambridge IGCSE™
Cambridge IGCSE™
The International General Certificate of Secondary
Education (IGCSE) is a content-rich programme that prepares
students for further study wherever they are in the world.
International General Certificate of
Secondary Education
Why IGCSETM?
Cambridge IGCSETM Pathway
Cambridge IGCSETM Pathway
Checkpoint At Year 9
STEP
01
STEP
02
Cambridge Lower
Secondary
Age 14+
Cambridge IGCSETM
Cambridge Upper
Secondary
STEP
03
AS and A Level
Cambridge
Advanced
Subject Areas for the IGCSETM are clustered as shown below.
Learning Areas
• Mathematics
• English Language
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Physics
• ICT
• Art & Design
• Music
• Business Studies
• Literature
• Geography
• History
• Environmental
Management
• Global
Perspectives
• Kiswahili
• French
Compulsory
Stem
Subjects
Creative &
Professional
Humanities &
Social Sciences
Foreign
Languages
IGCSETM Requires Students to attain a minimum of 5Cs in all their learning areas.
IGCSETM Pass Requirements
Compulsory Subjects
1
Any 3 STEM Subjects
2
Any One Creative/Professional
3
Any 2 Humanities/Social Sciences
4
Any 1 Foreign Language
5
However the school requirement is for learners to attain a minimum of 5Bs in all their learning areas
Candidates must meet certain minimum
requirements to proceed to A levels after
IGCSE
Cambridge
A-Levels
A- Levels Qualifications
Cambridge
A-Levels
A- Levels Qualifications
Take the two
year IGCSE that
starts at Year 10
Register for the
IGCSE Examinations
Cambridge
A-Levels
A- Levels Qualifications
Take the two year
IGCSE that starts at
Year 10
Attain at least 5 Cs
out of all the
subjects they
registered for
Cambridge
A-Levels
Register for the
IGCSE Examinations
Take the two year
IGCSE that starts at
Year 10
A- Levels Qualifications
Role of Parents
Supervise
assignments at
home
Monitoring
Homework
and
Assignments
Proper management
of students at home.
Role Model
For Learning
Constant
communication with
the teachers
Leverage
Relationships
with teachers
Encourage students
to take ownership of
their studies
Encouraging
Participation
Motivate students to
attain their goals.
Provide
Motivation
Student
Success
It is important to set
clear expectations
for your child
Setting
Expectations
The IGCSE Curriculum workshop Presentation

The IGCSE Curriculum workshop Presentation

  • 1.
    IGCSETM PARENTS ORIENTATION Let’sTalk About IGCSETM Rophine Field International School
  • 2.
    Mission and Vision Mission Todevelop young children with active and creative minds, a sense of understanding and compassion for others, and the courage to act on their beliefs. Vision To be an exceptional institution full of learning, comfort, laughter, and friendship and where all children feel safe and valued.
  • 3.
  • 4.
    Cambridge IGCSE™ The InternationalGeneral Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is a content-rich programme that prepares students for further study wherever they are in the world. International General Certificate of Secondary Education
  • 5.
  • 6.
  • 7.
    Cambridge IGCSETM Pathway CheckpointAt Year 9 STEP 01 STEP 02 Cambridge Lower Secondary Age 14+ Cambridge IGCSETM Cambridge Upper Secondary STEP 03 AS and A Level Cambridge Advanced
  • 8.
    Subject Areas forthe IGCSETM are clustered as shown below. Learning Areas • Mathematics • English Language • Chemistry • Biology • Physics • ICT • Art & Design • Music • Business Studies • Literature • Geography • History • Environmental Management • Global Perspectives • Kiswahili • French Compulsory Stem Subjects Creative & Professional Humanities & Social Sciences Foreign Languages
  • 9.
    IGCSETM Requires Studentsto attain a minimum of 5Cs in all their learning areas. IGCSETM Pass Requirements Compulsory Subjects 1 Any 3 STEM Subjects 2 Any One Creative/Professional 3 Any 2 Humanities/Social Sciences 4 Any 1 Foreign Language 5 However the school requirement is for learners to attain a minimum of 5Bs in all their learning areas
  • 10.
    Candidates must meetcertain minimum requirements to proceed to A levels after IGCSE Cambridge A-Levels A- Levels Qualifications
  • 11.
    Cambridge A-Levels A- Levels Qualifications Takethe two year IGCSE that starts at Year 10
  • 12.
    Register for the IGCSEExaminations Cambridge A-Levels A- Levels Qualifications Take the two year IGCSE that starts at Year 10
  • 13.
    Attain at least5 Cs out of all the subjects they registered for Cambridge A-Levels Register for the IGCSE Examinations Take the two year IGCSE that starts at Year 10 A- Levels Qualifications
  • 14.
    Role of Parents Supervise assignmentsat home Monitoring Homework and Assignments Proper management of students at home. Role Model For Learning Constant communication with the teachers Leverage Relationships with teachers Encourage students to take ownership of their studies Encouraging Participation Motivate students to attain their goals. Provide Motivation Student Success It is important to set clear expectations for your child Setting Expectations

Editor's Notes

  • #2 As we gather here for this IGCSE Parents' Orientation, it's not just a meeting; it's a bridge. It's a bridge that connects the aspirations you have for your children with the comprehensive educational journey we offer at RFIS. It's a bridge that joins our efforts as educators and your invaluable support as parents in shaping the futures of these talented and promising young minds. Over the next [time frame], we will delve into the heart of what the IGCSE program entails, how it can enrich the lives of our students, and the collaborative role we all play in ensuring their academic and personal growth. I assure you that by the end of this session, you will have a clear understanding of what this program means for your child and how we, as a school community, are dedicated to nurturing their potential.
  • #3 A commitment to fostering curiosity, problem-solving skills, and imaginative thinking. emphasis on social and emotional development, encouraging chil dren to consider the feelings and perspectives of others. effective learning environment for all students, a commitment to creating a nurturing and welcoming atmosphere where students and staff feel at ease, physically and emotionally. It emphasizes the importance of building connections among students, staff, and families.
  • #4 Cambridge IGCSE, which stands for Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education, is a globally recognized qualification for students typically between the ages of 14 and 16 It is offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education, a department of the University of Cambridge.
  • #5 Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds. It now attracts over 800 000 entries every year from 4800 schools in 146 different countries every year. Cambridge IGCSE gives students the flexibility to choose different subject combinations. It is tried, tested and trusted – created more than 30 years ago, 2018 marks the 30th anniversary of the first Cambridge IGCSE exam.
  • #6 IGCSE is widely recognized and respected by universities, colleges, and employers around the world IGCSE offers a diverse range of subjects, allowing students to explore and specialize in areas of interest. IGCSE promotes an international outlook and an understanding of different cultures and perspectives, fostering global citizenship. IGCSE promotes an international outlook and an understanding of different cultures and perspectives, fostering global citizenship. IGCSE promotes an international outlook and an understanding of different cultures and perspectives, fostering global citizenship. The curriculum is known for its rigorous academic standards, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the challenges of higher education.
  • #7 Students can apply with: Cambridge International A Levels Cambridge International AS Levels. Both routes give students the opportunity to gain highly prestigious Cambridge qualifications and enter the university that best suits their aspirations, ability and budget.
  • #8 From Middle School Students graduate to lower secondary They do a checkpoint examination at year 9 which also marks their graduation to upper secondary At upper secondary where they are now, they will sit for the IGCSE examination then progress to AS or A levels
  • #13 In this slide discuss the registration process for IGCSE and highlight the financial obligation of the parents