CAIE (IGCSE)
Grades V to XII
LEARNING – PROGRESSIVE
AND UNHINDERED
Overview
Be a part of one of the best IGCSE schools in Chennai
CAIE (IGCSE) For Grades V to XII
Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education CAIE (IGCSE) is one of the most recognized qualifications around the world. The Cambridge CAIE (IGCSE) curriculum is renowned for developing vital educational skills including recall of knowledge, oral skills, problem-solving, initiative, team work and investigative skills. VIS aims to be one of the top CAIE (IGCSE) schools in Chennai offering a variety of subject choices in the Cambridge CAIE (IGCSE) curriculum. Students are encouraged to study a wide range of subjects to have a wide variety of experiences. The curriculum is taught with a one-point assessment objective (application-based) of CAIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education). The course differs for each subject, but there will be a mix of assessment methods throughout including coursework, practical exercises, oral and listening tests, projects and written examinations. Give your child the gift of seamless global education, at one of the top CAIE (IGCSE )schools in Chennai.
Teaching & Learning at VIS
The Academic Manifesto
Academics at VIS intend to lay a robust foundation for the children upon which to build a future of their will. To this end, VIS will endeavour to provide the students, a holistic approach to teaching and learning. The Cambridge IGCSE curricula provide opportunities to the facilitator as well as the learner to develop critical thinking, social, research and communication skills. VIS, one of the best IGSCE schools in Chennai, encourages dialogues at the teacher-student, teacher-teacher and student-student levels to foster clearer communication and develop life skills. Teachers will employ a variety of teaching strategies in the classroom. This will normally include carefully designed individual learning activities, group work and whole-class instruction. With such a holistic approach to imparting education, we have established our position as one of
VIS Expects The Young Learners To
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Have the freedom to question
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Analyse and evaluate problems and ideas
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Work in collaboration
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Be able to effectively manage time and tasks
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Develop research skills
Subjects Offered
GROUP 1 (LANGUAGES) -Two from this group English and one other Language at VIS
- First Language: English
- Second Language: Hindi
- Foreign Language: French, German, Spanish
GROUP 2 (HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES) -One subject from this group
- Economics
- Geography
- History
- English Literature
- Global Perspectives
GROUP 3 (SCIENCES) – All three Sciences encouraged at VIS
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
GROUP 4 (MATHEMATICS) – Mathematics is compulsory @ VIS
- Mathematics
- Additional Mathematics
GROUP 5 (CREATIVE, TECHNICAL & VOCATIONAL) -One from this group
- Art & Design
- Business Studies
- Computer Studies
- Information Technology
Examination
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IGCSE examination takes place at the end of Grade X and can include written, oral, coursework and practical assessment
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Examinations are held in June and November each year with results declared in August and February respectively. Students are allowed to appear in successive sessions and carry forward the subject grades for their higher education (Grade 11 & 12).
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Students will appear for the Cambridge IGCSE examination through VIS, which will be an authorised CAIE Centre
Learning Outcome
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The IGCSE qualification provides a foundation for higher level courses, such as A and AS Levels, the Advanced International Certificate of Education, the North American Advanced Placement Programme and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
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An IGCSE certification enjoys a global reputation, which counts towards entry to universities and colleges around the world.
Resources
The School Provides Learning Resources in Multiple Forms
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The School Provides Learning Resources in Multiple Forms. The spacious library is equipped with a good collection of reference materials, fiction for different age groups, magazines, encyclopaedias and journals etc. The online library, Multimedia and Audio & Video Resource centres are available.
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Besides the curriculum requirements, the Science Laboratories are equipped with the latest technology and advance instruments available for experimentation and research purposes.
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The classrooms, learning spaces, library and computer centres are equipped with high-speed latest technology computers, projectors and printers. The entire campus is provided with high-speed broadband Wi-Fi and landline connections to access the online resources, textbooks and resources relevant for open-ended research and Project-based learning. The students can have access to the resources as per the academic requirements.
Teaching-learning Strategies
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VIS offers learner-centered approach supported with research-based, inter-disciplinary and Project-based learning models. Ample opportunities are provided for the learners in Self Organized Learning Environment (SOLE) to set the objectives and organise their learning.
Certification
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There are no compulsory subjects in obtaining IGCSE certificate. The students taking one or more subjects at any session of IGCSE examination will be provided with the IGCSE certificate in the subjects offered, provided that the student satisfies the pass criteria in the subject(s) offered.
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VIS recommends that a student takes any two of the languages offered in our school from Group I.
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Students in VIS are recommended to opt for at least one subject each from the groups II, III, IV & V.
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Students who are planning to pursue Mathematics and Sciences Stream at Senior School Level (Gr. 11 & 12), will be required to do Mathematics from Group IV and all the 3 Sciences from Group III.
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Students in VIS will be counselled to take at least 7 subjects in all for the IGCSE Examination.
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A minimum of 5 ‘C’ subject grades in IGCSE examinations are essential requirements to join Grade 11 in any good senior school curriculum.
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A student appearing for IGCSE examination will be able to receive ‘International Certificate of Education ICE’ provided he/she satisfies the criteria set by CAIE.
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A student hoping to receive ICE must enter and sit for at least 7 subjects in all - two from Group 1 and at least one subject each from the Groups 2, 3, 4 & 5.
Teaching & Learning Programme is supported with
1. International Pedagogy
2. Interdisciplinary and learner-centered approach
3. Inquiry and Project-based Learning (PBL) model
4. Self Organised Learning Environment (SOLE)
5. Student-lead and teacher-supported approach
VIS Holistic Development Curriculum In addition to the board-specific curriculum, to meet the 21st century needs of the learners, VIS offers a school-based holistic development curriculum with a rigorous but balanced approach in
1. Academic domain
2. Social domain
3.Emotional domain
4. Physical domain
The curriculum develops the skills needed in the 21st century learner. The salient features of the VIS curriculum are:
Holistic Development Curriculum includes
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Academic and cocurricular balance
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Robotics
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Performing arts
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Design and technology
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Community outreach and social service programmes
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Financial Literacy & Enterprise
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Life Skills, Grooming & Leadership
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Career Counselling, College readiness & Placement
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Communication
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Field trips, interactions
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Co-curricular and sports activities
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Focus is more on process
Contact Info
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VELLORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (VIS) Kayar, Near Kelambakkam, Off OMR, Chennai - 603 110.
- call Free: 044 - 27479555
- +91 1800 208 9555 [Toll-Free]
- admissions@vischennai.ac.in
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