Secondary School
As students move into their Secondary School years, our curriculum continues to further develop fundamental subjects such as: Math, English, Science, Topic of Inquiry, Creative Arts, Personal Development Health and Physical Education. At IIS, we understand that this is an exciting yet challenging time for our students who are undergoing significant physical, emotional and social changes. That is why our personalised teaching approach ensures each individual receives close guidance and support as they prepare for the next stage of their learning journey.
Lower Secondary
Our Lower Secondary consists of Grades 7 to 9 and is a time of further exploration. Students are exposed to a higher-level of subject matter while being encouraged to ask questions that require more sophisticated thinking skills. Our experienced teachers guide students as they become independent learners with the skills, knowledge, confidence and understanding to appreciate their contribution to society and better understand the crucial decisions they will make about their future and the role that they will play in the world.
As they continue their learning journey guided by the British Curriculum, our students will build on the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in today’s modern world. The syllabus focuses on developing key skills which are:
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Critical and creative thinking
- Ethical behaviour
- Information and Communication Technology competence
- Personal and social capabilities
- Intercultural understanding
Our Classes
Our small class format with an exceptional student-to-teacher ratio (6:1) makes individual attention readily accessible and guarantees that students reach their full potential. We have built the IIS syllabus upon the foundations of the British curriculum that covers the fundamental subjects:
- English
- Students develop knowledge, skills and understandings about the English language and literature. They will learn to create and interpret a range of literary and factual text.
- Mathematics
- The study of the subject enables students to develop a positive self-concept as learners of Mathematics, they’ll learn how to recognize and apply all forms of Mathematics into their everyday lives and other key learning areas.
- Science
- Our hands-on exploratory programme stimulates students curiosity and helps them understand scientific concepts, skills, experiments and processes relating to Life, Physical and Earth sciences.
- Creative Arts
- The IIS programme aims to provide foundational learning in the art forms that continues in the subjects of visual arts, music, drama and dance.
- Topic of Inquiry
- This subject is up to the teachers’ discretion as they can request students’ input to discover what will peak their learning interests. For example, it could be a general subject like Geography or more specific like learning the history of Singapore.
- Personal Development Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)
- The PDHPE programme emphasizes participation for all, with involvement in competition for upper primary students
Student Assessments
Our students will prepare to take our internal Integrated International School Examination (IIS Examination) which is conducted in Grades 3, 5, and 8 and the external Pearson Examination in Grades 6 and 9.
Our students are exposed to a higher-level of subject matter while being encouraged to ask questions that require more sophisticated thinking skills.
Upper Secondary
Integrated International School (IIS) is one of the leading inclusive international schools in Singapore that offers the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) programme.
The IGCSEs are globally recognised international academic qualifications for our Grade 10 and 11 students. IIS implements our IGCSE programme through the reputed Pearson Edexcel examination body to foster inquisitive thinking and empower our students as global citizens.
The Pearson Edexcel IGCSE curriculum is a two-year programme specially designed for students aged 14-16 and offers a flexible course of study, as students have the freedom to choose from different subjects in addition to the two compulsory subjects of English and Mathematics. This allows our students to tailor their studies to their interests and strengths. The Pearson Edexcel IGCSE curriculum is developed to encourage students to think critically and acquire problem-solving skills while simultaneously broadening their subject knowledge.
At the end of the two-year IGCSE programme, students will sit for the IGCSE examinations. The format of the IGCSE examinations are designed to be more accessible to international learners studying in Singapore; offering a syllabus based on the British model, but with a wider, more global perspective. These examinations are the international equivalent of the GCSE exam; the standard year 11 qualification in the UK. The Pearson Edexcel IGCSEs are studied in over 80 countries worldwide including the UK, USA, Singapore, and Australia. They provide the skills and knowledge needed for students to progress to A Levels, International A Levels, onto university and into employment.
At IIS, the IGCSE curriculum supports students to develop a range of transferable skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, leadership and collaboration. These skills will ensure that students are better equipped to access higher levels of academic study and will be able to demonstrate highly sought after skills to their future employers.
At our inclusive learning school in Singapore, we believe that all students have the ability to succeed in their studies. We offer a supportive environment where students can feel confident and motivated to achieve their best. Our IGCSE curriculum is taught by experienced and qualified teachers who are trained in recognising the needs of individual learners, adapting lesson content and delivery to meet these needs. We use a variety of teaching methods to ensure that all students can access the material, make progress in their learning and reach their full potential.
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