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Age 11 – 14 Stage 3 of 5

Cambridge Lower Secondary

A broad and balanced curriculum for ages 11 to 14 — developing skills across 11 subjects and providing an excellent foundation for Cambridge Upper Secondary and beyond.

11 Subjects Broad Curriculum
Age 11 – 14 Lower Secondary
Cambridge Lower Secondary students at JPIC
Cambridge Pathway
Stage 3 · Lower Secondary
About the Programme

Building Skills for the Next Chapter

Cambridge Lower Secondary develops skills in 11 subjects — including English, Mathematics and Science — preparing learners for the next step of their education with a broad and balanced curriculum that builds on the foundations of Cambridge Primary.

At JPIC, the Lower Secondary years are a time of growing independence and deeper subject knowledge. Our teachers bring the curriculum to life with flexible, contextualised teaching that builds on each learner's strengths while preparing them for the rigour of Cambridge Upper Secondary.

Our Approach

1
Clear Learning Objectives
A coherent curriculum with clear objectives across all 11 subjects, building systematically on Cambridge Primary foundations.
2
Flexible Delivery
Schools can offer subjects in any combination, adapting the curriculum to context, culture and ethos.
3
Broad and Balanced
11 subjects spanning languages, sciences, mathematics, creative arts, computing, digital literacy and wellbeing.
4
Progression-Focused
Assessment tools help predict future performance in Cambridge IGCSE, O Level and International AS & A Level.
Curriculum

What Your Child Will Learn

The same 11 subjects as Cambridge Primary, with deeper content and greater challenge — building seamlessly on what learners already know.

Art & Design

Developing creativity, visual thinking and artistic skills through making, exploring and responding to art in a variety of media.

Cambridge Global Perspectives™

Building critical thinking, research, collaboration and communication skills through exploration of real-world global issues.

Computing

Exploring computational thinking, programming, data handling and digital problem-solving through hands-on activities.

Digital Literacy

Developing confident, safe and responsible use of digital technologies and online environments.

English

Developing reading, writing, speaking and listening for confident communication — offered as First or Second Language.

Mathematics

Building number sense, reasoning, problem-solving and mathematical fluency through structured and investigative activities.

Music

Exploring rhythm, melody, performance and listening through active music-making and creative expression.

Physical Education

Promoting physical fitness, teamwork, coordination and a lifelong love of movement, sport and healthy living.

Science

Developing curiosity and understanding of the natural world through investigation, enquiry and hands-on scientific exploration.

Wellbeing NEW

Supporting mental, emotional and social wellbeing to help learners flourish in and out of school. NEW to Cambridge Primary.

Assessment

Tracking Progress Towards Upper Secondary

Cambridge Lower Secondary offers four assessment types, helping teachers monitor learner performance and report progress with confidence throughout Stages 7, 8 and 9.

01 · Measure Potential
MidYIS is an on-screen baseline assessment for ages 11–14 that identifies learning needs, measures potential and helps predict future performance in Cambridge IGCSE, O Level and International AS & A Level.
02 · Provide Feedback
Formative assessment guidance throughout the year helps teachers give meaningful feedback on skill development so students can reflect on and improve their performance.
03 · Monitor Progress
Cambridge Lower Secondary Progression Tests assess knowledge and understanding in English, Mathematics and Science across Stages 7, 8 and 9, at any time of year.
04 · Check Achievement
Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint monitors performance at the end of the programme. Results are benchmarked internationally, and learners receive a statement of achievement and a diagnostic feedback report.
Cambridge Lower Secondary at JPIC
At JPIC

Everything Your Child Needs to Excel

Our Lower Secondary programme prepares every student for Cambridge Upper Secondary within a caring, academically rigorous school community.

Teaching Support

Curriculum frameworks, teacher guides, schemes of work and specialised Cambridge training support our teachers across all subjects — with dedicated core support for English, Mathematics and Science.

Learning Resources

Textbooks, endorsed resources, Cambridge Lower Secondary Progression Tests and an analysis tool, plus a secure online support site, provide a rich and challenging learning environment for every subject.

Professional Development

Our teachers benefit from face-to-face, virtual and online Cambridge professional development to continuously strengthen subject knowledge and teaching practice at Lower Secondary level.

The Cambridge Pathway at JPIC
1
Early Years
Age 3–6
2
Primary
Age 5–11
3
Lower Secondary
Age 11–14
4
Upper Secondary
Age 14–16
5
Advanced
Age 16–19
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Cambridge Primary
Age 5 – 11
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Cambridge Upper Secondary
Age 14 – 16
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Set Your Child Up for Upper Secondary Success

Our Admissions team is ready to answer your questions and guide you through enrolment for Cambridge Lower Secondary at St. John Paul II International College.

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