Cambridge Programme

The foundation of a Christian Cambridge education.

Tiara Kasih is a registered Cambridge International School and Cambridge Early Years Centre (ID456). Today we offer Cambridge Early Years, Cambridge Primary in every Grade 1–6 class, and Cambridge Lower Secondary in our Grade 7 Cambridge class, always alongside the mandatory national subjects.

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The Cambridge Pathway

Five stages, from age 3 to 19

Cambridge organises learning from age 3 to 19 into five stages, each building on the last. Here is each stage as Cambridge defines it, and where Tiara Kasih offers it today.

Cambridge stageAgeStagesAt Tiara KasihAssessment
Cambridge Early YearsAge 3+Early Years 1–3Offered Toddler and Early Years 1–3Ongoing observation against key milestones
Cambridge PrimaryAge 5+Stages 1–6Offered Grades 1–6, every classProgression Tests; Primary Checkpoint in the final year
Cambridge Lower SecondaryAge 11+Stages 7–9Stage 7 only Grade 7 Cambridge class (Stage 7)Progression Tests; Lower Secondary Checkpoint in the final year
Cambridge Upper SecondaryAge 14+Cambridge IGCSE, 2 yearsNot yet Not offered yetIGCSE exams, graded A*–G
Cambridge AdvancedAge 16+AS & A Level, 2 yearsNot yet Not offered yetAS & A Level exams, graded A*–E

From Grade 8 onwards, and in the Grade 7 National class, students follow the national programme, Kurikulum Merdeka. About the national programme · [Plan for Stages 8–9, IGCSE and A Level, if any]

Learning with lasting impact

Who we help students become

Cambridge designs every stage to develop reflective, innovative learners who are confident, responsible and engaged. At Tiara Kasih, these grow from faith.

  • Confident

    Confident in working with information and ideas, and ready to embrace new challenges.

  • Responsible

    Responsible for themselves, and respectful of others.

  • Reflective

    Reflective as learners, developing their ability to learn.

  • Innovative

    Innovative and equipped for new and future challenges.

  • Engaged

    Engaged intellectually and socially, ready to make a positive impact.

  • Rooted in faith

    At Tiara Kasih, every attribute grows from a heart that loves God and serves others.

What students learn

Cambridge subjects at Tiara Kasih

Cambridge subjects are taught in English. Mandarin is an additional foreign language, and all mandatory national subjects (Religion, Pancasila, Bahasa Indonesia, PE and more) are taught alongside.

Cambridge Early Years

Toddler – Early Years 3

  • Personal, Social & Emotional Development
  • Physical Development
  • Creative Expression
  • From Early Years 2: Communication, Language & Literacy (ESL)*, Mathematics, Understanding the World

Cambridge Primary

Grades 1–6

  • English as a Second Language* (8 in Grade 1)
  • Mathematics (6)
  • Science (2)
  • ICT (2)
  • Global Perspectives, Grades 3–6 (2)
  • Mandarin (5)

Cambridge Lower Secondary

Grade 7 Cambridge class

  • English as a Second Language* (6)
  • Mathematics (6)
  • Science (6)
  • ICT (2)
  • Social Studies (2)
  • Mandarin (4)

Numbers are periods per week. * Taught by a local teacher and a native speaker together.

Cambridge in numbers

Part of the University of Cambridge

Cambridge International Education is part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a not-for-profit organisation and part of the University of Cambridge, and the world’s largest provider of international education for 3 to 19 year olds.

10,000+

Cambridge schools in more than 160 countries

2,670+

Universities in 99 countries formally recognise Cambridge qualifications

160+

Years of experience in international education

~2 million

Students served every year

Why Cambridge

Ten reasons families choose Cambridge

  1. 01

    Globally recognised qualifications

    Open doors to top-ranked and local universities.

  2. 02

    A global standard

    Part of the University of Cambridge, with 160+ years of fair, reliable assessment.

  3. 03

    A flexible pathway

    Five stages from age 3 to 19, adapted to local needs.

  4. 04

    Resources made with teachers

    Evidence-based materials that keep classrooms active.

  5. 05

    Learning with lasting impact

    Understanding and active learning, not just memorising.

  6. 06

    Fair, meaningful assessment

    Clear language that is fair to non-native English speakers.

  7. 07

    Inclusive and supportive

    Every learner should feel safe, accepted and supported.

  8. 08

    A global learning community

    Teachers share best practice with 10,000+ schools.

  9. 09

    Education for a sustainable future

    Climate change education across the Pathway.

  10. 10

    Ready for the world

    Prepared for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Recognised worldwide

Where Cambridge qualifications are recognised

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United Kingdom

All UK universities recognise Cambridge qualifications. IGCSE is accepted as equivalent to the GCSE.

United States

Over 1,070 US institutions formally recognise Cambridge qualifications.

Australia

All Universities Australia members, including the Group of Eight, such as ANU, Sydney and Melbourne.

Singapore

Widely recognised, including NUS, NTU and SMU. Competitive entry usually needs strong A Level grades.

Malaysia

Familiar to public and private universities, such as University of Malaya and Taylor’s University.

Hong Kong & mainland China

Including HKU, HKUST, Peking University and Tsinghua University.

Japan

English-taught degrees at universities such as The University of Tokyo and Sophia University.

Netherlands

Including TU Delft, Leiden University and the University of Amsterdam.

Cambridge IGCSE and AS & A Level are not yet offered at Tiara Kasih; this is general information about Cambridge qualifications. Entry requirements differ by university and course; always check directly with each university. Sources: Cambridge International Education, Global recognition factsheet and Facts and figures (2026).

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