Cambridge International IGCSE / A-Levels
International curriculum in English, ages 11 to 18
International curriculum in English
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, the world’s most popular international qualifications, recognised internationally. For those considering US universities, the American equivalent for A Levels are the AP examinations.
Students can also join this pathway for one semester or one year as part of our English immersion programme and prepare for official qualifications (one-year IGCSE preparation) or language certifications in English (Cambridge).
IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE curriculum: 9th and 10th grades (ages 14 to 16)
At age 14, students can enter the IGCSE programme into 9th grade. This is the first year of high school, in which students continue to build on their study skills. At age 16, students take the IGCSE qualification. The IGCSE qualification can also be prepared in one year under certain conditions.
Subjects offered: English (1st or 2nd language), mathematics, science (2 subjects among biology, chemistry or physics, or science double-award), business studies or economics, computer science, languages (French as 2nd language; German, Russian or Spanish as 3rd language).
A-Level
Cambridge A-level curriculum: 11th and 12th grades (ages 16 to 18)
Cambridge Advanced is a two-year programme, typically for students aged 16 to 19 years who prepare for university.
To be admitted to Swiss universities, students must receive a minimum of two Bs and a C on their three A-level exams, one of which must be mathematics or another natural sciences subject.
One-year English immersion programme
Students who interrupt their studies to spend one year abroad must ensure that their year will be recognised by their school. Chantemerle offers the opportunity to follow the Cambridge International curriculum and prepare for the IGCSE qualification.
Why choose the IGCSE one-year preparation at Chantemerle?
You would like to spend a year studying in Switzerland before returning to your home country to continue your studies
You are planning to study the IB Diploma or A Levels and you need to develop your confidence studying in English
You wish to study in English towards an official qualification
You wish to discover another culture and live an unforgettable experience in a boarding school with a rich programme of sports, artistic and cultural activities
