Indonesian National Curriculum > nationaland/or International Curriculum > international
"The most valuable commodity a parent can give their child is a good education, as knowledge
is the only thing you can be sure your child has with them where ever they travel. "
Entering Secondary 3: IGCSE or SMP 3Students and parents need to consider carefully about which programme to follow, each has it's merits.
There are two choices:
IGCSE : Students achieving reasonable results in Checkpoint are automatically accepted into the IGCSE programme. Students entering from regular classes have to prove their English capability by following entrance tests for Science, Mathematics & English, with exams set in English. How children perform during their secondary education can have knock-on effects throughout their schooling. In many ways it influences where they may be able to take their A Levels and ultimately where they will be able to go to University. Whether your child plans to continue education in Indonesia, or complete their studies abroad they will be required to prove they have attained a certain level of proficiency in many areas such as mathematics and languages. "The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is the world's most popular international qualification for 14–16 year olds. It develops successful students, giving them excellent preparation for their next steps in education, including progression to A and AS Level study, and equips them with skills for immediate employment. Cambridge IGCSE is recognised by universities and employers worldwide." - from the University of Cambridge International Examinations web-site. While a job may be given mainly based upon A-Levels or degrees obtained, secondary level education is often used to ensure potential employees have achieved basic competencies not covered in further education. It also provides valuable information as it is the first opportunity students have to control their own career paths. For this reason it can be a very stressful time and students require advice support and preparation support advice .IGCSE and A Levels are accepted as proof of academic ability for entry to universities worldwide
Secondary 5: A-Level or SMA 2
IGCSE students may wish to switch back to regular classes having completed IGCSE this is acceptable on condition that student possess 'Paket B' A/AS LevelsWe take preparing children for University very seriously, which is why we have selected what we feel is the best certification available for students looking towards future University education. Not only does this provide your child with an internationally recognised certificate allowing them to seek a place at a University of their choice. It also allows parents to see how we compare to schools not only in Indonesia but also globally."Every year, thousands of students with Cambridge International A Level win places at good universities worldwide. As one of the most recognised qualifications around the world, it is accepted as proof of academic ability for entry to universities worldwide. Cambridge International A Levels typically take two years to complete and offer a flexible course of study that gives students the freedom to select subjects that are right for them." - from the University of Cambridge International Examinations web-site. Students choose just 3 or 4 subjects of their interest, using their better IGCSE subjects as a guide. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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