Cambridge International Curriculum

The Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is the most recognised qualification around the world.

The flexible nature of the course, means that at 21st Century International School Baku, we can tailor the curriculum to meet the needs of the individual at all academic stages, whilst providing students with a broad knowledge base and lifelong learning skills for school, university and beyond.

Cambridge pathway


What is the Cambridge Curriculum?

•We prepare school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning.

•The world’s leading provider of international education for 3–19-year-olds.

•Nearly a million students in over 10,000 Cambridge schools in 160 countries. 

•Cambridge has a 150-year history of providing international exams. 

•We are part of the famous and world renowned University of Cambridge.


What will your child learn?

•Communication, Language and Literacy

•Creative Expression

•Mathematics

•Personal, Social and Emotional Development

•Physical Development

•Understanding the World


How will your child benefit from the Cambridge Curriculum at our school?

Your child’s needs as a learner are at the heart of our approach to education. We aim to help students who are:

•confident in working with information and ideas – their own and those of others

•responsible for themselves, responsive to and respectful of others

•reflective and developing their ability to learn 

•innovative and equipped for new and future challenges

•engaged intellectually and socially, ready to make a difference…


Cambridge Primary: develops students skills and understanding through the primary years in different subjects, including English, Mathematics and science.

Cambridge Lower Secondary: is an excellent preparation providing strong foundation for Cambridge Upper Secondary and further education. It focuses on developing independent and critical thinking, practical and analytical skills.

Cambridge IGCSE: for 14 -16 year old students gives the students the flexibility to choose from a varied combination:

Compulsory subjects:

English language (and there is an opportunity to study English Literature)
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics

Optional GCSE subjects:

Art & Design
Business
Computer Science
Design Technology
Drama
Geography
History
Modern Foreign Languages

Overview

Outstanding teaching and learning

Subjects