Primary School Curriculum Knightsbridge House International School is an accredited Cambridge International Primary School
Cambridge International Primary School Registration number - SG 104
At Knightsbridge House International School we offer the Cambridge Primary curriculum for learners from Year 1 (age 5) to Year 6 (age 11).
What is the Cambridge Primary Curriculum?
The Cambridge Primary Curriculum is a framework for children’s primary education, based on the education system in the UK. It is aimed at children aged 5-11. Cambridge Primary is an international curriculum, used in over 160 countries around the world. Devised by subject experts and rooted in academic research, this curriculum is part of the University of Cambridge.
The programme focuses on engaging children in global topics, getting them to think critically and develop a passion for learning. The primary curriculum is designed to provide learners with a solid foundation, which they can build upon as they progress through further education.
Did you know?
Nearly a million students around the world learn through the Cambridge International Programme every year and at KBH we are proud to be a fully Cambridge accredited International School.
What are the benefits of using the Cambridge International programmes?
The Cambridge Primary Curriculum encourages children to be creative and innovative, building their independent thinking skills and allowing them to develop a love of learning.
The flexibility of the programme means that it can be used in lots of different countries and types of schools, and it can be tailored to work alongside the national curriculum.
The Cambridge International programmes provide learners with qualifications that are internationally recognised by universities and employers, including universities in the UK and the US.
Used in over 10,000 schools around the world, the Cambridge International programme creates a global community of learners, and there are opportunities for teachers to join online professional communities.
What subjects are included in the Cambridge Primary Curriculum?
The core Cambridge Primary subjects taught at Knightsbridge House International School are:
English - Reading, Writing and Speaking/ Listening.
Mathematics - Number, Measure, Geometry, Data Handling, Problem-Solving.
Science - Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Scientific Enquiry.
Each of these subjects is studied from Year 1 to 6, with each new stage building on children’s knowledge from previous years.
Alongside these core subjects, there are additional subjects which are included in the curriculum and taught at Knightsbridge House International School:
Art and Design
Digital Literary (IT)
Global Perspectives
Physical Education
These subjects are designed to enrich children’s schooling experience, providing them with a set of varied and transferable skills, which they will carry with them throughout their lives.
Global Perspectives is a unique skills-based subject, undertaken by Cambridge Primary students around the world. It focuses on encouraging children to think globally, covering topics like working with other countries, sharing planet Earth and moving goods and people. It’s available for children in Stages 1-6 and is delivered through six challenges each year.
In addition to the above Mandarin is taught as a secondary language and is a self developed course, not part of the Cambridge Primary curriculum.
How will children be assessed in the Cambridge International Programme?
Children will complete formal Cambridge checkpoint assessments at the end of Year 6 to test their proficiency in the core subjects, English, Maths and Science. These checkpoint assessments are set and marked by Cambridge.
What comes next after the Cambridge Primary Curriculum?
The Cambridge Primary Curriculum is designed to provide children with a solid foundation for future study. After they’ve completed Stage 6 of the primary programme at age 11, learners will move onto the lower secondary portion of the Cambridge International curriculum which is also offered at KBH.
The Cambridge Secondary Curriculum is designed for learners aged 11-16, and it’s split into lower secondary (ages 7-14) and upper secondary (ages 14-16). Students on this course will typically take the Cambridge IGCSE qualifications, before progressing onto the post-16 Cambridge Advanced programme, where they can study for A-Level qualifications.
Cambridge Primary School Courses for learners age 5-10 years old:
Knightsbridge House International School Year 1 Course (age 5)
Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Art & Design
Digital Literacy
Global Perspectives
Physical Education
Mandarin (self developed)
Knightsbridge House International School Year 2 Course (age 6)
Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Art & Design
Digital Literacy
Global Perspectives
Physical Education
Mandarin (self developed)
Knightsbridge House International School Year 3 Course (age 7)
Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Art & Design
Digital Literacy
Global Perspectives
Physical Education
Mandarin (self developed)
Knightsbridge House International School Year 4 Course (age 8)
Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Art & Design
Digital Literacy
Global Perspectives
Physical Education
Mandarin (self developed)
Knightsbridge House International School Year 5 Course (age 9)
Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Art & Design
Digital Literacy
Global Perspectives
Physical Education
Mandarin (self developed)
Knightsbridge House International School Year 6 Course (age 10)
Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Art & Design
Digital Literacy
Global Perspectives
Physical Education
Mandarin (self developed)
Key information on the Primary School Courses as required by Committee for Private Education (CPE):
Manner in which every course is taught:
We offer all of our students a rigorous, yet balanced, inquiry-based education on a full time basis.
Throughout the academic year, our students are involved in highly engaging learning experiences which develop not only their academic understanding but also their sense of responsibility to the world in which they live.
2. Requirements for Enrolment and graduation in respect of every course:
Requirements for enrolment are found here: Requirements for Enrolment (Course Entry Requirements)
Graduation from each course requires completion of the course for which the student is registered. The student should be age appropriate for graduation from each course (unless age exemption applies) and should demonstrate understanding of the course content.
3. Manner in which every assessment or examination for every course will be conducted
Details of KBH Internal and External Assessments and examinations are found here: Assessments
4. Duration of Every Course and whether its offered full time or part time
All Courses are offered on a full time basis.
All Courses run from August to June each year.
5. Commencement Date and End Date of Every Course
2024/2025 Academic Year commences on 7 August 2024 and ends on 20 June 2025.
6. Average Student to Teacher Ratio of Every Primary School Course
Maximum class size is 1:28 with an average class size of between 20 - 25 students.