Upper Secondary (IGCSE)
Academic & Future Success
The IGCSE Path at Bright
Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE) programme at Bright is designed to equip students from 14 to 16 with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel academically and personally. Following the globally recognized Cambridge Curriculum, it provides a strong foundation for IGCSE qualifications, ensuring students are well-prepared for higher education and beyond.
Holistic Educational Approach
Key Features of the Pathway
The Cambridge Upper Secondary Pathway at Bright International School is designed to provide students with a robust foundation for academic success and personal development.
This programme not only builds academic excellence but also nurtures students’ curiosity, resilience, and independence, equipping them for the next stages of their education and life.
Explore the subjects
Opportunities for Academic Growth
The Cambridge Upper Secondary Curriculum covers core subjects like English, Mathematics, and Science while offering flexibility for optional subjects such as Global Perspectives, Arts, and Technology, encouraging students to think independently and work collaboratively.
“Education is a fun experience, where the aim is to help learners grow and obtain skills that will aid them outside of school.”
Within the secondary department, teaching is learner-centred, aiming to encourage learners to realise what they already know, how to reflect on and adapt their knowledge and use their redefined skills out in the world.
Bright International’s infrastructure and philosophy towards education provides an individualised, as well as collaborative learning experience for all students.
Learners are the drivers of their educational experience, and so lessons are designed be fun, interactive and enquiry-based, leading learners to become active participants and critical thinkers. Collaboration and sharing of knowledge not only enhance the individual learning experience but also prepares them for the working environment outside of school.
– Nicholas Hildebrandt, Coordinator of the Secondary Pathway
Supporting every step
Helping Students Thrive in All Aspects of Life
The Cambridge Upper Secondary Pathway at Bright International School combines globally recognized qualifications with innovative teaching methods to equip students for academic and personal success.
Guided by experienced teachers, students receive personalized support to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability.
With diverse subject options and a focus on lifelong learning, the programme prepares students for higher education, future careers, and thriving in all aspects of life.
Understanding How Students Develop
Assessment in Upper Secondary (IGCSE)
At Bright, assessment is a key part of the learning journey, ensuring each learner’s progress and development are continuously supported. Our comprehensive approach combines ongoing feedback with structured evaluations to provide a clear understanding of academic success and personal growth.
At Bright, we use a variety of assessment strategies. Formative assessments, like quizzes and observations, offer continuous feedback to adjust teaching methods. Baseline assessments at the start of the year help us understand students’ prior knowledge. Summative assessments assess overall achievement at key points during the academic year, summarising progress across specific subjects.
Feedback plays a key role in our approach, with classroom discussions, peer reviews, and teacher observations helping students reflect on their learning. This combination of strategies ensures that students receive tailored support, encouraging improvement throughout the academic year.
At Bright International School, we use a variety of assessment tools to support student learning. These include projects, coursework, and essays that develop critical thinking, research, and argumentation skills. Presentations and collaborative work help assess communication and teamwork, whereas portfolios encourage reflection on progress. End-of-unit and end-of-term tests evaluate understanding and guide future learning, while mid-year assessments help identify gaps and tailor teaching strategies.
Upper Secondary students take Cambridge IGCSE examinations in various subjects, and in Science, practical lab work assesses hands-on skills and application of theory.
