Cambridge Early Years
KBB – TK B
- Personal, Social & Emotional Development
- Physical Development
- Creative Expression
- From Early Years 2: Communication, Language & Literacy (ESL)*, Mathematics, Understanding the World
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.
Photo · students in a Cambridge lesson
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 stage | Age | Stages | At Tiara Kasih | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Early Years | Age 3+ | Early Years 1–3 | Offered KBB, TK A, TK B | Ongoing observation against key milestones |
| Cambridge Primary | Age 5+ | Stages 1–6 | Offered Grades 1–6, every class | Progression Tests; Primary Checkpoint in the final year |
| Cambridge Lower Secondary | Age 11+ | Stages 7–9 | Stage 7 only Grade 7 Cambridge class (Stage 7) | Progression Tests; Lower Secondary Checkpoint in the final year |
| Cambridge Upper Secondary | Age 14+ | Cambridge IGCSE, 2 years | Not yet Not offered yet | IGCSE exams, graded A*–G |
| Cambridge Advanced | Age 16+ | AS & A Level, 2 years | Not yet Not offered yet | AS & 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 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.
Cambridge schools in more than 160 countries
Universities in 99 countries formally recognise Cambridge qualifications
Years of experience in international education
Students served every year
Why Cambridge
Ten reasons families choose Cambridge
- 01
Globally recognised qualifications
Open doors to top-ranked and local universities.
- 02
A global standard
Part of the University of Cambridge, with 160+ years of fair, reliable assessment.
- 03
A flexible pathway
Five stages from age 3 to 19, adapted to local needs.
- 04
Resources made with teachers
Evidence-based materials that keep classrooms active.
- 05
Learning with lasting impact
Understanding and active learning, not just memorising.
- 06
Fair, meaningful assessment
Clear language that is fair to non-native English speakers.
- 07
Inclusive and supportive
Every learner should feel safe, accepted and supported.
- 08
A global learning community
Teachers share best practice with 10,000+ schools.
- 09
Education for a sustainable future
Climate change education across the Pathway.
- 10
Ready for the world
Prepared for the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Recognised worldwide
Where Cambridge qualifications are recognised
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).