Cambridge Curriculum

Welcome to Cambridge at Prestige College

Here, we offer the globally recognised Cambridge Curriculum, designed to inspire and challenge students with a world-class education. Cambridge prepares learners for success with a broad, balanced, and flexible approach, focusing on critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

At Prestige College, students have the unique option to complete the CAPS curriculum or join Cambridge starting in Grade 9. Explore the best of both worlds and empower your child’s educational journey with us!

What is the Cambridge Curriculum?

The Cambridge Curriculum is an internationally acclaimed educational program that helps students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and a love for learning. It provides a broad and flexible approach to teaching, covering a wide range of subjects. With Cambridge, students gain a strong foundation for future success and are prepared for global challenges. It’s all about engaging learning and equipping students with the skills they need to excel in their studies and beyond.

Caps Versus Cambridge? What is the difference?

CAPS

CAMBRIDGE

Rigorous set guidelines for curriculum and assessment
More knowledge-based questions
Local South African Curriculum
Completes a grade in one year
Subjects: must have Seven (7) Subjects from Grades 10 – 12
Must have two (2) languages until Grade 12

Flexible – The curriculum also features a flexible and self-paced learning approach
Higher order/ skills based questions
Cambridge curriculum may be considered more challenging due to it’s international and rigorous approach
Learners have two years to complete IGCSE and two years to complete AS Levels
IGCSE: Minimum five (5) subjects
AS Level: Minimum four (4) subjects
If learner is able to obtain a C for Setswana/Afrikaans in IGCSE at the end of Grade 11, they do not have to proceed with it to Grade 12