Cambridge International Primary Programme

About CIE

University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is the world’s largest provider of internationalqualifications.

We are affiliated to the University of Cambridge as Cambridge Associate School

What is the Primary Programme?

The Cambridge International Primary Programme is a comprehensive provision for teaching, learning and assessment in the core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science, for children aged approximately 5 to 11.

The Primary Curriculum

•Progressive learning

•Achievable goals

•Flexible, responsiveteaching

Cambridge International AS and A Level/ Cambridge

Pre-U

Cambridge International

Primary Programme

Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme/

Checkpoint

Cambridge IGCSE/Cambridge O Level

Training and professional development

Teaching and learning resources

Inspections and centre development

Recognition and equivalence evidence

Supporting Services

Recognition and equivalence evidence

Inspections and centre development

Teaching and learning resources

Training and professional development

Where does it fit?

Learning in theCambridge International Primary Programme

Student-centred Learning

Learning by doing. Why it is important.

I listen - I forgetI see - I believeI do - I understand

Teaching organisation

Whole class Teacher-ledGroup work or Individual work student-centred

Teaching approaches

Exercises or work sheetsVisitsGames and imaginative playPractical workDifferentiation Possible uses of ICT in teaching:

Presentations, make video clips,Internet, Whiteboards. Integrating ICT in Maths and Science.

Cambridge International Primary ProgrammePrimary Curriculum Framework

Objectives are set in the following areasEnglish

• UsagePhonics, spelling and vocabularyGrammar and punctuation

• Reading• Writing• Speaking and listening

Maths

• NumberNumbers and the number systemCalculationsMental Skills

• Problem solving• Organising and using data• Shape, space and measures

Patterns and Properties of ShapeProperties of Position and MovementMeasures

Science

• Stage 3 - 6• Scientific enquiry

Plan experimental workObtain and present evidenceConsider evidence and evaluate

• BiologyLife processesHumansPlants

• ChemistryMaterials

• PhysicsForces and motion

Cambridge International Primary ProgrammeAssessment in the Primary Programme

Assessment materials in the Cambridge Primary Programme

• Teacher observation (stages 1-2))

• Classroom Activities (stages 3 – 6)

• Cambridge International Primary Progression Tests (stage 3 - 5)

• Cambridge International Primary Achievement Tests (stage 6)

Classroom Activities

• Flexible activities

• English, mathematics and science

• Stages 3-6

What are the Classroom Activities?

• Teacher notes

• Student sheets

• Record sheets

Assessment Structure

Subject Stages 3-4 mins Stages 5-6 minsEnglish Paper 1: non-narrative

reading; writing; usagePaper 2: narrative reading;narrative writing

65

60

Paper 1: non-narrative reading; writing; usagePaper 2: narrative reading;narrative writing

60

60

Maths Paper 1: full coveragePaper 2: full coveragePaper 3: mental mathematics

3535~15

Paper 1: non-calculatorPaper 2: calculatorPaper 3: mental mathematics

4545~15

Science N/A from Stage 6Paper 1: full coveragePaper 2: full coverage

4545

Cambridge International Primary Progression Tests

Allow schools to

• Track progress

• Monitor changes and improvements from year to year

• Measure performance against an international benchmark

Cambridge International Primary Progression Tests

Allow parents and children to

• Identify strengths and weaknesses

• Monitor progress

• Set targets for improvement

• Each child achieves their own potential

Key Benefits of the Progression tests

• Provide an independent measure of student progress

• Monitor progress and allow target setting

• Can be used when and how the school chooses

• Highlight strengths and weaknesses to inform future teaching and learning

Cambridge International Primary Achievement Tests

• Intended for students in their final year at around 11 years old• Available to sit in two sessions, June and November, each year• Students must be entered for the tests following the procedures

published in the Administrative Guide• Papers are downloaded from the CIE website• The questions are marked in schools by the teachers and a

sample is sent to CIE for moderation.