{"id":310,"date":"2025-08-22T08:54:19","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T01:54:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.windfield.ac.th\/?post_type=curriculum&#038;p=310"},"modified":"2025-09-26T16:23:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T09:23:37","slug":"cambridge-lower-secondary-ages-11-14","status":"publish","type":"curriculum","link":"https:\/\/new.windfield.ac.th\/fr\/cambridge-lower-secondary-ages-11-14\/","title":{"rendered":"Cambridge Lower Secondary (Ages 11\u201314)"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_09e25b12 has_text_color height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 class=\"w-text us_custom_b860ca69 has_text_color\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">Cambridge Lower Secondary (Ages 11\u201314)<\/span><\/span><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The <strong>Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum<\/strong> at Windfield International School builds on the foundations of Cambridge Primary and prepares learners for the challenges of <strong>Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE\/O Level, ages 14\u201316)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Covering <strong>Years 7\u20139<\/strong> (ages 11\u201314), this program develops independence, analytical skills, and global awareness while ensuring learners continue to enjoy a broad, balanced, and flexible education.<\/p>\n<p>At Secondary levels, Cambridge provides Additional Language and English as a Second Language. In addition, <strong>Windfield International School<\/strong> offers <strong>English Language Support<\/strong> as an extra programme outside the Cambridge curriculum.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs my-curriculum-tabs layout_hor style_modern switch_hover\" style=\"--sections-title-size:0.9rem\"><div class=\"w-tabs-list items_6 align_none\"><div class=\"w-tabs-list-h\"><button class=\"w-tabs-item active\" aria-controls=\"content-if70\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Curriculum<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-g5d0\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Subjects<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-ta38\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Teaching &amp; Learning Approaches<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-fdf9\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Purpose &amp; Progression<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-j1d8\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Learner &amp; Teacher Attributes<\/span><\/button><button class=\"w-tabs-item\" aria-controls=\"content-e50f\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"w-tabs-item-title\">Transitions &amp; Pathways<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section active\" id=\"if70\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header active\" aria-controls=\"content-if70\" aria-expanded=\"true\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Curriculum<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-if70\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The Lower Secondary Program is divided into three stages:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Stage 7<\/strong> (ages 11\u201312)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stage 8<\/strong> (ages 12\u201313)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stage 9<\/strong> (ages 13\u201314)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each stage builds progressively to provide continuity in knowledge, skills, and understanding, while preparing learners for IGCSE\/O -level study.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"g5d0\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-g5d0\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Subjects<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-g5d0\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Windfield offers <strong>13 Cambridge Lower Secondary subjects<\/strong>, each with progression pathways and clear learning objectives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>English<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>English as a Second Language<\/strong> (ESL)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mandarin, Thai, French and Spanish<\/strong> (students take 2 foreign languages)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mathematics<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Science<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Cambridge Global Perspectives\u2122<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Computing<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Art &amp; Design<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Music<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Physical Education<\/strong> (PE)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Humanities<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Thai Culture<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Career Development incorporating Wellbeing<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Core Subjects<\/strong>: English, Maths, science, Thai Culture, PE and Career Development (Wellness)<\/em><br \/>\n<em>(Additional optional subjects may be offered depending on learner needs and school context.)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"ta38\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-ta38\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Teaching &amp; Learning Approaches<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-ta38\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Our teaching methods are active, collaborative, and focused on preparing students for real-world challenges.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Inquiry-Based Learning<\/strong> &#8211; learners engage in questioning, experimentation, and problem-solving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collaborative learning<\/strong> &#8211; teamwork, discussions, and peer-led projects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Critical Thinking Focus<\/strong> &#8211; evaluating information and forming evidence-based arguments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Real-World application<\/strong> &#8211; linking classroom learning to local and global issues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Differentiated instruction<\/strong> &#8211; ensuring every learner\u2019s needs are supported.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"fdf9\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-fdf9\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Purpose &amp; Progression<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-fdf9\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The Cambridge Lower Secondary Program is designed to:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Develop a broad and balanced curriculum<\/strong>, ensuring depth and variety.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ensure age-appropriate progression<\/strong>, following the Cambridge Pathway.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Provide continuity and coherence<\/strong>, building on primary foundations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prepare global learners<\/strong>, strengthening identity and cultural awareness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Equip learners with flexibility and resilience<\/strong> for diverse academic pathways.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"j1d8\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-j1d8\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Learner &amp; Teacher Attributes<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-j1d8\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>At this stage, learners are encouraged to develop the <strong>Cambridge Learner Attributes<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reflective<\/strong> \u2013 able to consider their learning and improve strategies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Innovative<\/strong> \u2013 prepared for new challenges with creativity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confident<\/strong> \u2013 willing to work with ideas and express opinions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Engaged<\/strong> \u2013 actively involved in learning and contributing to society.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Responsible<\/strong> \u2013 respectful of themselves and others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our teachers model these same attributes, creating a positive, supportive environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"e50f\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-e50f\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Transitions &amp; Pathways<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-e50f\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><ul>\n<li><strong>From Primary (Stage 6)<\/strong>: continuity is ensured with aligned frameworks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>To Upper Secondary (IGCSE\/O Level)<\/strong>: subject pathways directly prepare learners for examination success.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beyond academics<\/strong>: students are supported in developing personal, social, and leadership skills that carry into future studies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_df271145 has_text_color height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 class=\"w-text\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">Why Choose Cambridge Lower Secondary at Windfield?<\/span><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><ul>\n<li>A <strong>broad and internationally benchmarked programme<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Emphasis on <strong>critical and independent thinking<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Supportive learning environment<\/strong> with inquiry and collaboration at its core.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Smooth transition into IGCSE\/O Levels<\/strong>, with strong preparation for examination success.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At Windfield International School, Lower Secondary is not just about learning facts \u2013 it\u2019s about preparing students to become <strong>curious thinkers, confident communicators, and responsible global citizens<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Cambridge Lower Secondary (Ages 11\u201314)The Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum at Windfield International School builds on the foundations of Cambridge Primary and prepares learners for the challenges of Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE\/O Level, ages 14\u201316). 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