INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this guide is to outline the structure of the Cambridge International A-Level Programme that Reigate Grammar School Vietnam (RGSV) o ers to students in Years 12 and 13 (Grades 11 and 12). Please consider carefully the School’s Mission Statement that is the framework in which our academic programme is delivered.

The Rgsv Mission Statement

Reigate Grammar School Vietnam empowers and inspires students to become active, lifelong learners by providing a challenging, globally-relevant curriculum that meets the needs of individual learners.

Our holistic and balanced approach nurtures each student’s potential and their enquiring minds. We foster international-mindedness by connecting students to their local and global communities to foster awareness and sustainable action.

Our Vision

Reigate Grammar School Vietnam aspires to nurture, empower and connect students with their local and global communities, to become international citizens who are active, compassionate and life-long learners.

• Nurture

• Empower

• Connect

Our Values

The core set of values, principles and skills we seek to promote in our students include:

• Enquiry

• Creativity

• Independent learning

• Problem solving

• Critical thinking

• Teamwork

• International mindedness

WHAT IS CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL A-LEVEL PROGRAMME?

The Cambridge International A-Level Programme is a course of study for post-16 students of Secondary School. It leads to external examinations and the award of certificates in each subject studied. Thousands of learners worldwide gain places at universities every year with Cambridge International A- Levels. The syllabuses develop a deep understanding of subjects and independent thinking skills.

Cambridge A-Levels is recognised by leading universities around the world. Cambridge International qualifications are now o ered in over 10,000 schools, located in over 160 countries.

WHAT IS CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL A-LEVEL PROGRAMME CURRICULUM AT RGSV?

Curriculum Model at RGSV

Students will study the following STEM-inspired subjects:

Business

Chemistry

Mathematics

Physics

They will also follow the RSV-bespoke enrichment elements consisting of:

English as a Second Language

IELTs preparation

Extra-curricular activities

Henry Smiths studies

International Project Qualification (IPQ)

Students will sit external examinations at the end of year 12 (AS content only) and 13 (All content) which will all count towards their final grade.