Cambridge School

British Curriculum – Cambridge Pathway

The British Curriculum, delivered through the Cambridge Pathway, offers a structured and internationally recognized education designed to develop confident, responsible, and independent learners. It prepares students for success in school, university, and beyond, while fostering a lifelong passion for learning.

Why Choose the Cambridge Pathway?

Globally recognized in over 160 countries
Clear and structured progression from early years to pre-university
Focus on developing critical thinking and independent learning
Strong preparation for top universities worldwide

Our Cambridge Affiliation

Dome International Schools is a registered Cambridge International School and an associate school with the British Council in Riyadh. Our programs align with international standards in curriculum, teaching, learning, and assessment.

Academic Framework

The Cambridge Pathway provides a coherent and progressive curriculum for students aged 5 to 19. It follows a “spiral learning” approach, where students build on prior knowledge at each stage, ensuring deeper understanding and continuous academic growth.

Early Years (Reception / KG3)

A play-based, holistic approach focusing on communication, early literacy, numeracy, and social development, preparing students for primary education.

Cambridge Primary (Grades 1–6)

Students build a strong foundation in:

English Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies

Additional subjects include Arabic, Islamic Studies (MOE requirements), French, and Physical Education.

Cambridge Lower Secondary (Grades 7–8)

Students expand their academic knowledge and skills through:

Advanced English, Mathematics, and Sciences
Continued development in languages and social studies

Focus is placed on critical thinking, problem-solving, and academic readiness.

Students are prepared for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint in Grade 8.

Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9–10)

Students begin internationally recognized qualifications.

Core Subjects:

Mathematics
Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

Additional Components:

Elective subjects
Arabic and Islamic Studies (MOE requirements)

Students sit for IGCSE examinations at the end of Grade 10.

AS & A Levels (Grades 11–12)

A specialized pre-university stage where students select 2–3 subjects based on their future academic and career goals.

Options include:

Mathematics
Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Other elective subjects

Students continue to meet MOE requirements, including Arabic and Islamic Studies.

University Preparation

Cambridge qualifications, including IGCSE and AS & A Levels, are internationally recognized and provide students with direct pathways to leading universities around the world.