IGCSE Transition

I am pleased to inform you that the IGCSE Transition Programme will take place next week. We will hold two events - one for parents and one for students - where will introduce you to the IGCSE Programme at ISL. For most learners, and your parents, the choice of IGCSE options represents an important moment in your education. The choices you make can set you off on a specific path towards the next step in your education, so decisions need to be taken with care.

Above all, this is an opportunity to think carefully about your future and to ask yourself some important questions; ‘What aspect of my learning do I enjoy most? Am I aware of what my particular strengths and weaknesses are? Have I selected a sensible and broad range of skills or subjects?’ In some ways questions like these are much more important than, ‘should I choose Music or Drama?’

The two-year IGCSE courses are all challenging and will require effective time management and independence. A set of realistic choices made now will help you to succeed in two years’ time. Of course, life is not all about exams. Being a learner in Years 10 and 11 offers many other exciting opportunities ahead to develop your leadership skills, participate in service projects within and beyond school as well as getting involved in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award.

Finally, take an objective, collaborative approach, research intelligently and make your choices thoughtfully. So this is the point at which you can genuinely claim that you are beginning to take personal responsibility for your academic future. 

To kickstart this process on Monday 11 April we will host a Parent Information Evening and Q&A session. This will be in the MPC from 19:00 to 20:00.

On Wednesday 13 April we will host the Student Transition Day when students will get a chance to meet with IG teachers, learn about the courses on offer and ask any questions. This will take place in the FAB from 10:00 to 13:30. Students will follow a special timetable which can be found here.