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Curriculum

Primary

 

We base our teaching on the British National Curriculum and have adapted it to fit the international setting.  Most subjects are taught by the class teacher.  Where available, a specialist teaches Art, Music, Computers and Physical Education.
 
English - We use textbooks published in the USA and UK .  It is a well-structured scheme incorporating the main elements of the English language.  Reading is fundamental and a strong feature of teaching in the lower years.  We use a strong phonic basis that effectively produces quality reading and also good spelling and writing skills.

Mathematics - Our emphasis is on basic numeracy, practical activities and the application of skills.  We use hands-on apparatus to help the children learn new concepts and experience the process of investigation and discovery.

Topic work - Science, History and Geography are taught in a thematic way that emphasizes the inter-relation of different subjects.  We believe in the value of regular educational visits to places of interest.

Bible - We believe God is the author of all learning and seek to learn His ways as we study every subject.  We also have specific lessons each week when we learn what He has revealed through His Word, the Bible.

Other curriculum areas - We teach Kiswahili, Music and Art, Information Technology and Physical Education including swimming.

Secondary

Grades 6-8
 
The curriculum in the first 3 years of secondary school is intended to offer students a broad programme whilst also laying the foundation for success in IGCSE courses in Grades 9 and 10.

Subjects offered: English, Mathematics, Science, Bible, History, Geography, Service-Learning, German, Physical Education, and Creative Arts     

Grades 9 and 10: International General Certificate of Secondary Education

Students prepare for IGCSE in Grades 9 and 10 with final exams in May of Grade 10. IGCSE is examined by the Cambridge International Examinations Board.  It parallels GCSE examinations in the UK although is designed for international students and is recognised world-wide as being equivalent to these qualifications.

Subjects examined are: English Language, Physics, German, English Literature, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Biology, and History              

In addition, students take non-examined courses in Bible and Physical Education or Creative Arts. They will also have Service Learning Opportunities which are integrated into their Geography course. 

A number of students also prepare for examinations in their mother-tongue language.

Grades 11 and 12: AS/A Levels 

For the final 2 years, the school offers a range of AS and A Level subjects, also examined by the Cambridge International Examinations Board. Most students will study 4 subjects at AS level in Grade 11, and then continue 3 of them to full A level in the second year. Other combinations are possible, according to the ability of the student and their needs for preparing for Higher Education.

We plan to offer the following courses for Academic Year 2007-8 for incoming Grade 11 students: English Literature, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, German, Business Studies, Psychology, and Divinity.

Alongside these examination courses, students will take courses in Bible, Service Learning and Physical Education or Creative Arts.