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CAMBRIDGE PATHWAY GRADES 1 TO 8

Cambridge Curriculum

A learning journey built around curiosity, understanding, independence and purposeful action.

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CAMBRIDGE
THE CAMBRIDGE JOURNEY

Curiosity becomes knowledge. Knowledge becomes confident action.

The Cambridge pathway at L’école Chempaka Kochi develops strong foundations through clear progression, active inquiry and international perspectives.

From Grades 1 to 8, learners build subject knowledge while learning to ask questions, explain their thinking, collaborate, reflect and apply ideas in unfamiliar contexts.

Grades 1 to 5 Cambridge Primary
Grades 6 to 8 Cambridge Lower Secondary
Every learner Personalised learning
ONE CONTINUOUS JOURNEY

A Cambridge journey designed for growing minds.

Each stage builds on what learners already know, while gradually introducing greater depth, responsibility and independence.

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GRADES 1 TO 5

Cambridge Primary

Strong foundations. Curious minds.

Learners develop strong foundations through clear progression, active inquiry and international perspectives.

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GRADES 6 TO 8

Cambridge Lower Secondary

Greater depth. Growing independence.

Learners move towards deeper and more specialised learning through research, practical work and increasing responsibility.

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FUTURE PROGRESSION

What comes next

Preparing for future pathways.

Future development may include Stage 9, Cambridge Checkpoint and later Cambridge qualifications.

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Cambridge uses curriculum stages within its framework. LCI Kochi's final Grade to Stage mapping will be published once formally confirmed.

Students learning in a classroom
CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY GRADES 1 TO 5
01 / CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY

Curiosity becomes knowledge.

The Cambridge Primary pathway develops strong foundations through clear progression, active inquiry and international perspectives.

Learners build knowledge while developing the ability to ask questions, explain their thinking, collaborate, reflect and apply ideas in meaningful contexts.

THE PRIMARY YEARS Building knowledge while keeping curiosity alive.
CORE LEARNING AREAS

A broad foundation that develops knowledge, reasoning, communication and application.

01

English

Reading, writing, speaking and listening developed through purposeful communication and rich texts.

02

Mathematics

Fluency, reasoning, representation and problem solving developed through clear progression.

03

Science

Observation, practical inquiry, scientific thinking and evidence based explanation.

04

Global Perspectives

Research, analysis, evaluation, collaboration, communication and reflection through meaningful issues.

05

Digital Literacy & Computing

Creation, information judgement, responsible use and age appropriate computational thinking.

06

Languages & Enrichment

Approved language provision, arts, physical education, wellbeing and the wider Chempaka programme.

DEVELOPING THE LEARNER

Learning is more than what you know.

Cambridge learning at Chempaka develops subject knowledge alongside the habits, skills and confidence learners need to use that knowledge meaningfully.

Student engaged in learning
LEARN EXPLORE CREATE
01 Question & Investigate

Ask meaningful questions, explore evidence and develop explanations.

02 Think Mathematically

Develop fluency, reasoning, representation and problem solving.

03 Communicate Confidently

Develop speaking, listening, writing, presentation and collaboration skills.

04 Create & Design

Use imagination, creativity, technology, arts and making to turn ideas into action.

05 Reflect & Improve

Use feedback, review learning and identify purposeful next steps.

06 Know & Manage Self

Develop wellbeing, independence, reflection and responsible choices.

02 / CAMBRIDGE LOWER SECONDARY

Greater depth. Growing independence.

Cambridge Lower Secondary supports the transition from broad primary foundations towards deeper and more specialised learning.

Learners encounter greater disciplinary depth, specialist teaching, research, practical work, formal communication and increasing responsibility for organisation and reflection.

Grades 6 to 8 A period of deeper subject learning, research and growing independence.
Students learning together
CAMBRIDGE LOWER SECONDARY GRADES 6 TO 8
LEARNING PRIORITIES

As learners mature, their learning becomes deeper, more specialised and increasingly independent.

01 Academic Progression

English, Mathematics and Science.

02 Research & Global Perspectives

Meaningful questions, research and communication.

03 Specialist Learning

Humanities, languages, digital learning, arts and physical education.

04 Wellbeing & Study Skills

Organisation, reflection and responsibility.

05 Personalised Support

Learner goals and assessment inform support and extension.

06 Future Pathway Guidance

Guidance towards future progression as the pathway develops.

Teacher supporting students
THE CHEMPAKA APPROACH

Every child known. Every next step purposeful.

Personalised learning is a signature part of the LCI Kochi model.

Teachers use curriculum expectations and multiple forms of evidence to adjust support, challenge, pace and learning experiences according to each learner's readiness and needs.

Personalised learning does not mean a separate curriculum for every child. All learners work towards the standards of their chosen pathway, while the route, support and extension respond to individual needs.

HOW PERSONALISATION WORKS

From knowing the learner to planning the next step.

01 Know Learner profile
02 Diagnose Evidence & observation
03 Plan Goals & support
04 Teach Flexible learning
05 Review Evidence & progress
06 Partner Learners & families
ASSESSMENT & PROGRESS

Assessment that guides learning.

Assessment is used to understand learning, identify strengths and needs, and plan meaningful next steps.

Student working on learning activity
Assessment is not the destination.
01
Teacher Observation

Participation, misconceptions, strategies and learning habits.

02
Learner Work

Conceptual understanding, accuracy, creativity and improvement.

03
Projects & Performance

Reasoning, communication, collaboration and practical skills.

04
Low Stakes Checks

Identify what is secure and what may need reteaching.

05
Cambridge Assessments

Progression Tests and eligible Checkpoint assessments where used.

06
Learner Self Assessment

Reflection, ownership and realistic goal setting.

REPORTING RHYTHM
Learner Profile → Progress Review → Term Portfolio / Report → Family Conference → Transition Profile
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Our promise to families

Families receive clear information about what their child is learning, the progress being made, the evidence behind professional judgements and practical next steps for school and home.

CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY CHECKPOINT

International benchmarking that informs the next stage.

Cambridge Primary Checkpoint is designed for the final year of Cambridge Primary, Stage 6. It helps schools identify strengths and learning needs before the next stage of education.

CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY STAGE 6 END OF PRIMARY
Optional Within the Cambridge programme
Diagnostic Provides feedback and a statement of achievement
Informs Transition, support and challenge
Does every Grade 5 learner take Checkpoint? Not necessarily. This depends on the approved Grade to Stage mapping and the cohort entered by the school.
Students preparing for their future
LOOKING AHEAD
LOOKING BEYOND GRADE 8

Preparing for the next stage.

As learners approach the end of Grade 8, they receive guidance about their future educational pathway.

The current LCI Kochi Cambridge offering runs through Grade 8. Future progression may include the development of Stage 9 and Cambridge Checkpoint, followed by pathways such as Cambridge IGCSE, subject to the school's programme development and approved progression structure.

01 Grades 6 to 8 Lower Secondary
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02 Future Stage 9 development
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03 Future IGCSE direction
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

One Cambridge pathway. One Chempaka experience.

Academic learning is strengthened by experiences that support the whole child.

Students participating together
THE CHEMPAKA EXPERIENCE

Learning continues beyond the lesson.

The Cambridge pathway sits within the wider Chempaka learning experience, where academic growth is connected with creativity, wellbeing, physical development, communication and community.

01

Values & Wellbeing

Self awareness, responsibility, relationships and positive learning habits.

02

Arts & Creativity

Opportunities to create, perform, imagine and express ideas.

03

Research & Communication

Investigating questions, working with evidence and communicating ideas clearly.

04

Sports & Physical Development

Physical activity, teamwork, discipline and healthy development.

05

Digital & Future Skills

Responsible digital engagement, creation and information judgement.

06

Clubs & Enrichment

Experiences that allow learners to discover interests and develop confidence.

07

Service & Community

Opportunities to understand responsibility, contribute meaningfully and develop a sense of connection with the wider community.

THE CAMBRIDGE PATHWAY

Find the right pathway for your child.

Choosing a curriculum is an important decision. Our admissions and academic teams can help families understand the Cambridge pathway, their child's current learning stage and the educational journey ahead.

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