Private British Secondary School in Singapore

Insworld Institute:
Insworld Institute in Singapore, southeast Asia, is a British Academic School registered by the Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE) and Pearson Edexcel. Insworld Institute models its education system on the best practices of UK. A full range of subjects is offered both at IGCSE and A Level. The modular approach of the Edexcel A level examinations, combined with our flexible admission dates, provides an ideal route into university for geographically mobile expatriate students. Depending on the university degree they are preparing for, as well as their personal interests and hobbies, Insworld customises study programme for each student.

Preparatory Course - Edexcel International Tuition Programme (Bridging Course to IGCSE 'O' / GCE 'A' Levels):

Who is it for?
The Edexcel International Tuition Programme incorporates language, academic and study skills classes to target the specific needs of London Edexcel IGCSE 'O' or GCE 'A' Level studies, and are conducted to ensure that students have that invaluable head start.

As long as they satisfy entry requirements listed, students from age 12 years old and above can embark on these programmes; confident in the knowledge that progression is guaranteed and that on completion, they will be equipped with the competence necessary to ensure success in the academic courses that follow.

Edexcel International Tuition programmes :

• Junior Secondary Programme
Junior high course for students who have recently completed their primary education.

London Edexcel GCE 'O' Level :

What are London IGCSE ‘O’ Level?
IGCSE ‘O’ Levels is an abbreviation for International General Certificate of Secondary Education at ‘Ordinary’ Level. The age group of students who enroll for this course typically ranges from 14 – 16 years old.

Edexcel is the world’s leading provider of academic and vocational qualifications handling nearly 5 million exam scripts per year. The stringent quality standards assures that the IGCSE awards of London Edexcel Examination Board, UK, are accepted and recognised by governments, universities, colleges and employers throughout the world.

What is the difference between London and Cambridge Exams?
The Pearson Edexcel ‘IGCSE’ & ‘A’ levels are the examinations normally taken by students in the UK while Cambridge examinations are usually only taken by overseas students.

The UK Qualifications & Curriculum Authority (QCA) ensures the stringent standards of all UK examination boards to ensure a common standard throughout the world.

Who is it for?
The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE provides a good base for entry into the 'A' level program. Good grades in six International GCSE ('O' level) subjects provide an acceptable measure for 'A' level and later university in UK , Canada , US, Singapore , etc. A good foundation in English is necessary to enter these programmes.

How is it conducted?
The IGCSE ('O' level) programme is:
• Taken over months (depending on your basic qualifications, grade and your age)
• All students are required to take compulsory courses in English and Mathematics
• Students choose any other 4 subjects from a list of electives

Pearson Edexcel GCE 'A' Level :

What are Pearson Edexcel GCE ‘A’ Level?
GCE ‘A’ Levels is an abbreviation for General Certificate of Education at ‘Advanced’ Level. The age group of students who enroll for this course typically ranges from 16 – 19 years old.

An ‘A’ Level qualification is recognized in many countries as being the equivalent of the first year of a university degree.

Edexcel is the world’s leading provider of academic and vocational qualifications handling nearly 5 million exam scripts per year. The stringent quality standards assures that the GCE awards of London Edexcel Examination Board, UK, are accepted and recognised by governments, universities, colleges and employers throughout the world.

What is the difference between Edexcel and Cambridge Exams?
The Pearson Edexcel ‘A’ levels which is the examinations normally taken by students in the UK while Cambridge examinations are usually only taken by overseas students

Who is it for?
The Edexcel Advanced Level ('A' Level) examinations are internationally recognised as entry requirements for 3 Years Honours Degree courses at all prestigious UK universities, and are also accepted in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Singapore. In the USA, candidates with good 'A' Level passes will normally gain advanced standing of up to one year. Insworld offers a wide range of GCE 'A' Level subjects covering many career possibilities.

Pearson Edexcel ‘A’ Level syllabi and assessments are structured in such a way as to emphasise the development of analytical and critical thinking as well as problem-solving skills, rather than mere rote learning so evident on other courses. As such, they form the ideal basis for success in higher education as well as developing those skills so sought by employers.