Secondary Curriculum
HISV’s Secondary Department serves students aged 11–17+, covering Key Stages 3 (Years 7–9) and 4 (Years 10–11) and Key Stage 5 (Years 12- 13). Students undertake IGCSE courses in Years 10–11, and A Levels in Years 12-13. The curriculum builds on Primary foundations, preparing students academically, socially and emotionally for higher education.
Secondary education focuses on transitioning students from guided learning to independence, developing critical thinking, and fostering well-rounded individuals through academic, vocational, and extracurricular opportunities. Key approaches include student-centred learning, personalised pathways, and integrating technology, with an emphasis on aligning curriculum with real-world skills and future career paths.
Key Stage 3
“ Years 7–9 ”
Students continue the Oxford International Curriculum, strengthening knowledge and skills from Primary while preparing for IGCSE challenges.
Key Stage 4
“ Years 10–11 ”
Students follow the IGCSE programme, selecting from Oxford AQA subjects to suit their interests and abilities. Courses develop subject mastery, exam skills and independent learning.
Key Stage 5
“ Years 12–Beyond ”
Students choose A Level courses from Oxford AQA subjects, equipping them for university study worldwide.
Academic Development
01. Aims of the Secondary Programme
Focus on academic independence, higher-level thinking, personal responsibility and social-emotional maturity, preparing students for university, careers, and adult life.
02. English Proficiency and Communication
Emphasises oral and written communication, public speaking and cross-subject language skills.
Global & Personal Skills
Global Skills and Citizenship
Students develop empathy, teamwork, leadership and global awareness through Global Skills Projects, community projects, fundraising, and awareness campaigns.
Career Consultants and Guidance
Provides personalised guidance on students’ strengths, subject selection, university pathways, future career planning and academic goal setting.
Extra Curricular Opportunities
HISV offers a wide range of activities to support students’ holistic development, including Physical Education, Art, Music and languages. Lower Secondary students (Years 7–9) participate in weekly electives and required clubs such as Road Safety, Health & Nutrition and Social & Emotional Skills Development, helping them build life skills, awareness and personal wellbeing.
Leadership and School Involvement
All Secondary students have opportunities to develop leadership, teamwork and responsibility through involvement in sports teams and the Student Council. Upper Secondary students can further contribute to school culture by joining the Yearbook Committee fostering creativity, communication and skills essential for future success.
