Our Cambridge Curriculum

The Cambridge Pathway is an international education framework from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, part of the University of Cambridge. It runs from early years to pre-university study and is used by thousands of schools in more than 160 countries. At BCIS, children follow Cambridge Early Years, then Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Level.

They are closely related. Both are British in style: broad, structured and focused on understanding rather than memorising. Cambridge programmes are written for an international audience, so they work well for children from many countries and for those whose first language is not English. Children use British year groups (Year 1 to Year 13) at BCIS, so moving to or from a school in the UK is straightforward.

The Cambridge IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) is the qualification most students take at around age 14 to 16, in Years 10 and 11. It is graded A* to G, with A* the highest, and is assessed at the end of the course. Cambridge describes it as the world's most popular international qualification for this age group.

Cambridge International AS & A Levels are two-year courses for students aged 16 to 18, taken in the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13). Students choose a small number of subjects to study in depth, and each subject receives its own grade from A* to E. Universities around the world value the subject knowledge and independent thinking they develop.

Early Years (ages 2 to 5) covers Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception. Cambridge Primary is Years 1 to 6 (ages 5 to 11). Cambridge Lower Secondary is Years 7 to 9 (ages 11 to 14). Cambridge IGCSE is Years 10 and 11 (ages 14 to 16), and Cambridge A Level is Years 12 and 13 (ages 16 to 18).

Yes. Cambridge programmes are designed with international learners in mind, and the assessments are written to be fair to students whose first language is not English. At BCIS we add English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, small classes and teachers who are used to welcoming children from many backgrounds.

Yes. Cambridge IGCSEs and A Levels are recognised by universities and employers around the world, including the UK. If you have a particular university or country in mind, our admissions team will happily talk you through the entry requirements.

Yes, subject to availability. Because Cambridge learning objectives follow clearly from one stage to the next, teachers can see exactly where a child has got to and help them settle in. Children are welcome from other British, Cambridge and international curricula. We arrange an age-appropriate assessment as part of admissions.

Yes. Cambridge programmes are flexible and are designed to work alongside local culture and language. At BCIS, Thai language and culture sit alongside the Cambridge curriculum, so children keep a strong sense of place as well as a global outlook.

Secondary students study core subjects including English, Mathematics and the Sciences, alongside options such as History, Geography, Art, Music, ICT and Modern Foreign Languages. Choices widen as students move towards IGCSE.

We offer differentiated teaching, small classes and dedicated learning support. Students with additional needs have personalised learning plans, and our English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme supports non-native English speakers in every year group.

The best way is to visit. Book a visit and we will show you the classrooms, introduce you to the teachers and talk you through what your child would learn. You can also call admissions on +66 (0) 81 950 6659 or email admissions@bcisschool.ac.th.