Academics

Curriculum & Extra-Curricular Excellence

British International Curriculum

Secondary Education at Kent International School covers the final three stages of the British International Curriculum (Pearson Edexcel).

Key Stage 3 — Years 7 to 9

Key Stage 3 lays the foundation for future learning. Students study all Edexcel International Lower Secondary subjects, as well as Career Skills, Personal Development and Ethics or Religion.

Key Stage 4 — Years 10 & 11

Students begin to specialize, focusing on compulsory core subjects, as well as their option choices. At the end of Year 11, students sit external examinations to obtain their I/GCSE.

Key Stage 5 — Years 12 & 13 (Sixth Form)

Access to Key Stage 5 is dependent upon I/GCSE results. A Level qualification is required for universities in Europe and other international universities worldwide.

Internal Exams

At Kent International School we consider exams as an important assessment tool, allowing acquired knowledge to be consolidated and providing an objective view of the student's progress. Internal exams are a great preparation for the British external exams.

External Exams

Please be aware that dates of external exams cannot be changed. These are fixed by the Exam Boards in the UK and the same dates are used all over the world. All students must be present during the external exam period.

Teaching Approach

Students are taught in a number of different ways including ability grouping, mixed ability groups and form group teaching. This ensures the needs of all students are met and gives them the best possible chance of achieving their maximum potential.

Curriculum Overview

Year 1

Foundation year.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Music

Year 2

Developing skills.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • ICT

Year 3

Independent learning.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • ICT
  • Kiswahili

Year 4

Academic rigor.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • ICT
  • Kiswahili

Year 5

Upper primary.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • ICT
  • Kiswahili
  • French

Year 6

Cambridge Checkpoint prep.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • ICT
  • Kiswahili
  • French

Lower Secondary

Key Stage 3.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • History
  • Geography
  • ICT
  • Kiswahili
  • French
  • Physical Education
  • PSHE

IGCSE

Pearson Edexcel IGCSE.

Subjects Offered:

  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • ICT
  • Kiswahili
  • French
  • History
  • Geography
  • Business Studies

A-Level

International A Level.

Subjects Offered:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Further Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • ICT
  • Economics
  • Business Studies

Criteria for Progression to Year 12

1

A pass grade at this level represents grades 9 - 5 in the selected subjects

2

Students must meet requirements to progress to Year 12 or resit. Progression also considers behaviour and maturity.

3

If requirements are not met, students may select different options or repeat the year at the Head of Department's discretion.

Extra-Curricular Activities

At Kent International School, we believe education extends beyond textbooks. Our extra-curricular programme develops character, leadership, and lifelong skills.

Sports

Football

Football training and competitions.

Basketball

Basketball skills development.

Athletics

Track and field events.

Swimming

Swimming lessons.

Karate

Martial arts training.

Music

Choir

School choir performances.

Drama Club

Theatre productions.

Instrumental Band

School band.

Clubs

Sign Language Club

Learn Kenyan Sign Language.

Art & Design

Creative arts.

Trips

School Trips

Educational excursions.

Community Service

Volunteer activities.

Academic Highlights

Activity Highlights

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