Lower Secondary
Cambridge Lower Secondary (11-14 years) where all the subjects mentioned above are included. Learners are challenged to make practical connections between their studies, critical thinking and the real world. At the end of this stage, learners can opt to take Cambridge Checkpoint exam.
The Lower Secondary Checkpoint exam is offered by half of all Cambridge schools in Saudi Arabia and is growing in popularity across the region. Case studies suggest that schools offering Lower Secondary Checkpoint generally perform better in high stake exams (i.e. Cambridge IGCSEs) than schools that do not. The Checkpoint reports provide more than just a mark or percentage, but rather a greater understanding of the learner’s progress, strengths and weaknesses. Some governments have either highly recommended the Checkpoint exam or made it a mandatory external benchmark for all schools delivering ‘British’ style education.
Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint
What is Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint?
The Checkpoint exams are a benchmark test to assess learner progress in relation to the Cambridge curriculum framework. The main aim of the exam is to identify key areas in a learner’s progress that are strong as well as areas that need assistance in development.
Why Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint?
The Lower Secondary Checkpoint exam is offered by half of all Cambridge schools in Saudi Arabia and is growing in popularity across the region. Case studies suggest that schools offering Lower Secondary Checkpoint generally perform better in high stake exams (i.e. Cambridge IGCSEs) than schools that do not. The Checkpoint reports provide more than just a mark or percentage, but rather a greater understanding of the learner’s progress, strengths and weaknesses. Some governments have either highly recommended the Checkpoint exam or made it a mandatory external benchmark for all schools delivering ‘British’ style education.
The Lower Secondary reports enable schools and teachers to:
