• Shaping Confident Learners for a Global Future

Explore About Cambridge
Upper Secondary

Year Group 9 and 10

Preparing Learners for Global Qualifications & Future Pathways

An internationally recognised programme for Years 9–10 that builds academic rigour, critical thinking, and lifelong learning skills.
Visit Our Campus
Admission Open

A Global Curriculum
at Valistus that Builds Skills for Life

A globally benchmarked qualification that builds strong academic foundations and independent learning.
The Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is a two-year curriculum programme leading to a globally recognised qualification equivalent to the British GCSE. Administered by the University of Cambridge, England, the IGCSE forms a fully integrated curriculum for students in their final years of secondary education.
At Valistus, the IGCSE programme nurtures the attributes of the Cambridge Learner, enabling students to become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged individuals.
  • Nature-Inspired, Future-Ready Learning Spaces

A Rigorous Yet Supportive Learning Experience

Engaging pedagogy and meaningful assessment that go beyond examinations.
Learning at Valistus emphasises problem-solving, analysis, decision-making, and project-based learning (PBL). Assessments focus on skill-building patterns, language development, and experiential learning through dedicated learning labs.
Continuous professional development of facilitators ensures academic depth, consistency, and strong learner support throughout the programme.
1F6A3448
1F6A1812
Spanish Studio 4
art and design 1
16

Active Bodies. Active Minds

Curriculum Framework

A well-balanced subject structure offering academic depth and flexibility.
  • Languages
  • Science
  • Mathematics
  • Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Creative, Technical & Vocational Subjects
  • Kannada
A wide choice of subjects allows learners to tailor their academic journey based on interests and future aspirations.
Download Curriculum
  • INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION

Cambridge ICE Qualification

The Cambridge IGCSE examination also serves as a pathway to the International Certificate of Education (ICE). The ICE is awarded to students who pass at least seven IGCSE subjects, including:
  • Two subjects from Group 1
  • One subject each from Groups 2 to 5
  • The seventh subject chosen from any group
The ICE requirements must be met within a single examination series.

ICE Grade Categories

Recognising achievement at multiple levels of academic excellence.

Curriculum framework has a key focus on Science, Math and English in addition to which students also pursue Second Languages (Hindi/French/Spanish), Social Sciences (International and National elements), Global Perspectives and basics in the Kannada language.

Distinction

Distinction

Grade A (a) or above in five subjects and Grade C (c) or above in two subjects.

Merit

Merit

Grade C (c) or above in five subjects and Grade F (f) or above in two subjects.

Pass

Pass

Grade G (g) or above in seven subjects.

Hear From Cambridge International

Discover the Cambridge Upper Secondary Programme

Discover how the Cambridge IGCSE programme nurtures confident, responsible, and innovative learners through a globally respected curriculum designed to support academic excellence and future success.

Why Choose
Cambridge Upper Secondary at Valistus?

Internationally benchmarked curriculum

Strong academic and skill-based foundation
Experienced and continuously trained facilitators
Emphasis on independent thinking and leadership
Smooth transition to A Levels, IB, or other global pathways

Future-ready skill development

Supportive, nurturing learning community