Chantemerle is a registered Cambridge International School and proposes the Cambridge curriculum to students ages 11 to 18. The curriculum is based upon the UK National Curriculum and is taught in English. The programme is also adapted for those international students whose first language is not English.
In three stages, the pathway prepares international students for the official IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) and A Level (Advanced) qualifications. Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international curriculum for 14–16 year olds. Aimed at 16–19 year old students before university study, Cambridge A Levels are taken by over 175 000 students in more than 125 countries every year. In the UK, these are taken in years 12 & 13 of the secondary school curriculum. For those considering US universities, the American equivalent for A Levels are the AP examinations.
“Students we have who have taken Cambridge International A Levels do very well at our campus. They are very well-prepared for our curriculum and we find that they have a lot of confidence, but also that they have a good, deep subject knowledge, and the ability to think critically and well.” Stuart Schmill, Dean of Admissions, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA
Students can also join this pathway for one semester or one year as part of our Study Abroad / Immersion programme. At the end of the programme, students can prepare for official qualifications (one-year IGCSE preparation) and/or language certifications in French (DELF) or in English (Cambridge).
Stage 1 of this programme is well suited for young international students who wish to improve their English, while following a traditional programme of academic subjects :
In stage 2, the programme combines intensive English language tuition and academic study for advanced levels, including preparation for the IGCEs.
IGCSE preparation covers a minimum of 6 examinable subjects and can be completed in one or two years:
Students who interrupt their studies to spend one year abroad must ensure that their year will be recognized by their school and/or educational ministry. Chantemerle offers the possibility to prepare the IGCSE qualification in one year.
Why choose the IGCSE One-Year preparation at Chantemerle ?
Cambridge Advanced is a two-year programme, typically for students aged 16 to 19 years who prepare for university.
Generally, students initially follow four subjects before committing themselves to three A level subjects. It is important for students to select the right A level subjects according to their personal objectives and college choice.
