Cambridge Lower Secondary develops skills and understanding in English, mathematics and science for the first three years of secondary education. Cambridge Lower Secondary is typically for learners aged 11 to 14 years.
Cambridge Lower Secondary curriculum
English
Cambridge Lower Secondary English enables learners to communicate confidently and effectively and to develop the skills to respond to a range of information, media and texts with understanding and enjoyment. Learners who follow this framework will develop a first language competency in English based on a curriculum designed to be successful in any culture and to promote cross-cultural understanding.
Mathematics
The curriculum framework explores six content areas: number, algebra, geometry, measure, handling data and problem-solving. The first five content areas are all underpinned by problem-solving, which provides a structure for the application of mathematical skills. Mental strategies are also an important part of the number content. The curriculum focuses on principles, patterns, systems, functions and relationships so that learners apply their mathematical knowledge and develop a holistic understanding of the subject.
Science
This curriculum framework covers four content areas: scientific enquiry, biology, chemistry and physics. Scientific enquiry is about considering ideas, evaluating evidence, planning investigative work, and recording and analysing data. The scientific enquiry objectives underpin biology, chemistry and physics, which are focused on developing confidence and interest in scientific knowledge. Environmental awareness and some history of science are also part of the curriculum.
Cambridge Global Perspectives
Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives programme will be available for teaching from June 2018 onwards. It develops the skills of research, analysis, evaluation, reflection, collaboration and communication.
Cambridge Lower Secondary
