The Secondary Department at Nexus International School maintains the philosophy developed in the Primary years. However, the learning programme at this level becomes slightly more specialised; based on subject disciplines and developing greater independence of thought, identity and value systems. ICT continues to be integrated into all facets of learning at the Secondary level. The Secondary School makes provision for learners from Years 7-9, (I)GCSE (Years 10-11) and IB Diploma (Years 12-13, first cohort starts August 2012).

The curriculum is designed to challenge learners to think independently and apply knowledge to real life situations through the range of subjects offered. As children progress through Years 7 to 9, they become self-motivated and enquiring learners, ready to take on the challenges of the (I)GCSE examination courses. The subjects offered at Nexus International School, Secondary Department include the following:

The use of ICT will be fully integrated in the learning of all subjects at the school. The extensive curriculum is taught by highly qualified specialist teachers who make full use of the school's superb specialist facilities for subject teaching in the arts, sciences and modern languages.

Assessment is an important element of learning. Teachers at Nexus International School employ a wide range of assessment techniques for different purposes.

In Years 7 to 9, children make the gradual transition from Primary to Secondary school. During these important transition years, the Nexus International School learners follow a syllabus based on the British National Curriculum at Key Stage 3 with a strong focus on cross-curricula links and maintaining an inquiry based learning philosophy. Years 7-9 provide a solid foundation for the challenges of the (I)GCSE courses in Years 10 and 11 whilst preparing the learners for the Year 12 and 13 programmes.

In Years 10 and 11, Nexus International School learners follow a full range of courses preparing them for IGCSE (International General Certificate of Education) and GCSE (General Certificate of Education) examinations. These examinations are the modern equivalent of "O-Levels" and are internationally recognised. Click here to download more information about the IGCSE  programme at Nexus International School.

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In Years 12 and 13, learners follow the Diploma programme offered by the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO).  The course is designed to equip learners with the best foundation possible for entry into the world’s top universities.  The IBO was set up in 1968 with this specific goal and is the programme of choice in international schools worldwide.

IB is a two-year programme of study taken in six subjects.  Three subjects are taken at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL).  In addition, learners are required to produce or partake in the three central components of the IB Diploma; these are Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Action and Service (CAS), and an Extended Essay in a personal research topic.

Learners select one subject from each group of subjects and decide whether to study these at SL (four lessons per week) or HL (six lessons per week).  Learners must select three SL subjects and three HL subjects.

The groups of subjects are:

The IB Diploma course encourages breadth of knowledge, understanding, and experience.  These are promoted through the following compulsory areas:

The Extended Essay – this is an original piece of research of up to 4,000 words.  Learners can investigate a topic of their own interest.  This encourages independent research skills.

Creativity, action, and Service – this aspect of the course encourages learners to be responsible and compassionate citizens.  It can include art activities, individual and team sports and services to the local community.

Theory of Knowledge – this part of the course makes learners reflect critically about knowledge gained both in and outside the classroom.  It explores the relationship between the various subjects that the learners study.

Nexus International School is approved to offer the International Award. The International Award (previously known as the Duke of Edinburgh Award) is an exciting self-development programme available to all 14 to 25 year olds. Over 7 million young people worldwide have taken up the Award challenge.

To gain an Award, participants must complete activities in four Sections for a specified minimum period of time. There is an additional requirement of a Residential Project at Gold Level. Participants decide what they would like to do for each Section.

Participants engage with their community and discover the impact they can have through: