Cambridge Tutoring, Matched To The Exact Syllabus.
One-to-one support from Primary and Lower Secondary through IGCSE, O Level, AS and A Level — planned around your child’s course, exam board requirements and goals.
- ✓One-to-one lessons
- ✓Syllabus-specific planning
- ✓Same tutor each lesson
Understanding The Cambridge International curriculum
The Cambridge Pathway offers flexible learning for students aged 3–19, building strong knowledge and independent thinking. It progresses from Early Years through to Advanced, with each stage preparing students for the next. Students can progress to Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, AS & A Levels based on their academic goals.
70+IGCSE subjects
50+AS & A Level subjects
Support From Primary To Pre-University
Cambridge programmes build from strong foundations to internationally recognised qualifications. Choose the stage your child is studying now.
Cambridge Primary
Core knowledge, confidence and learning habits across English, Mathematics, Science and more.
Lower Secondary
Deeper subject understanding and the skills students need before Upper Secondary study.
IGCSE & O Level
Exact-syllabus teaching, topic-gap repair and structured exam preparation for Upper Secondary.
AS & A Level
In-depth subject tuition, independent thinking and exam technique for Cambridge Advanced.
Go straight to the right course
Every subject below links to a syllabus-specific page with the exact paper structure and how our tutoring is planned around it. Check the syllabus code on your child’s timetable before booking.
English
Maths
Science
Business Studies
Accounting
Biology
Cambridge exams are not one-size-fits-all
Two students taking “Cambridge Maths” may be following different syllabus codes, tiers or assessment routes. That is why our matching starts with the precise course — not just the subject name.
Ages 14–16Typical learner range
Around 2 yearsTypical course length
A*–GMain grading scale
Jun & NovMain exam series
Core & ExtendedAvailable in selected subjects
Written, oral & practicalVaries by subject
Cambridge IGCSE is generally graded A*–G. Selected 9–1 syllabuses are available to schools in administrative zone 3. Assessment components vary by subject.
The Cambridge Curriculum, Explained For Parents
Cambridge International is a set of school qualifications from Cambridge Assessment International Education, part of the University of Cambridge. It runs as a single pathway from age 3 to 19, and in most international schools students sit Cambridge IGCSE or Cambridge O Level at 14–16, then Cambridge International AS & A Level at 16–19. This page explains how each stage, tier and grade actually works so you can book the right tutor for the exact course your child is taking.
The Cambridge Pathway, stage by stage
The pathway has five stages. Schools can offer all of them or only some, and can choose whether students take formal assessments at each stage. Checkpoint tests at the end of Primary and Lower Secondary are optional internal benchmarks, not public exams.
| Stage | Typical age | What it covers | End-of-stage assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Early Years | 3+ | Play-based early learning across six areas of development. | Progress checks (internal) |
| Cambridge Primary | 5–11 | Foundations in English, Mathematics, Science and more. | Primary Checkpoint (optional) |
| Cambridge Lower Secondary | 11–14 | Deeper subject skills before Upper Secondary study. | Lower Secondary Checkpoint (optional) |
| Cambridge Upper Secondary | 14–16 | Cambridge IGCSE or Cambridge O Level qualifications. | IGCSE / O Level exams |
| Cambridge Advanced | 16–19 | In-depth subject study and exam technique. | AS & A Level exams |
Cambridge Early Years
- Typical age
- 3+
- What it covers
- Play-based early learning across six areas of development.
- End-of-stage assessment
- Progress checks (internal)
Cambridge Primary
- Typical age
- 5–11
- What it covers
- Foundations in English, Mathematics, Science and more.
- End-of-stage assessment
- Primary Checkpoint (optional)
Cambridge Lower Secondary
- Typical age
- 11–14
- What it covers
- Deeper subject skills before Upper Secondary study.
- End-of-stage assessment
- Lower Secondary Checkpoint (optional)
Cambridge Upper Secondary
- Typical age
- 14–16
- What it covers
- Cambridge IGCSE or Cambridge O Level qualifications.
- End-of-stage assessment
- IGCSE / O Level exams
Cambridge Advanced
- Typical age
- 16–19
- What it covers
- In-depth subject study and exam technique.
- End-of-stage assessment
- AS & A Level exams
Cambridge IGCSE vs Cambridge O Level vs UK GCSE
These are three separate qualifications that parents often mix up. Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge O Level are both taken at 14–16 and are treated as equivalent to each other and to the UK GCSE. The differences below decide which tutor and which past papers your child needs.
| Feature | Cambridge IGCSE | Cambridge O Level | UK GCSE |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | International qualification from Cambridge International. | International qualification, adapted from the original GCE Ordinary Level. | The national school qualification for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. |
| Typical age | 14–16 | 14–16 | 14–16 |
| Grading | A*–G; 9–1 available to schools in Administrative Zone 3 | A*–E | 9–1 in England; A*–G in Wales and Northern Ireland |
| Subjects available | 70+ subjects | 40+ subjects | Varies by exam board |
| Assessment | Written, with oral, practical and coursework components in some subjects. | Mainly exam-based, with little or no coursework. | Written, with non-exam assessment by subject. |
| Where it’s offered | Available worldwide, across all administrative zones. | Offered only to schools in administrative zones 3, 4 and 5. | Taken mainly in UK schools. |
| Recognition | Recognised by universities worldwide; comparable to UK GCSE. | Recognised internationally; equivalent to IGCSE and UK GCSE. | The standard UK qualification at 16. |
Cambridge IGCSE
- What it is
- International qualification from Cambridge International.
- Typical age
- 14–16
- Grading
- A*–G; 9–1 available to schools in Administrative Zone 3
- Subjects available
- 70+ subjects
- Assessment
- Written, with oral, practical and coursework components in some subjects.
- Where it’s offered
- Available worldwide, across all administrative zones.
- Recognition
- Recognised by universities worldwide; comparable to UK GCSE.
Cambridge O Level
- What it is
- International qualification, adapted from the original GCE Ordinary Level.
- Typical age
- 14–16
- Grading
- A*–E
- Subjects available
- 40+ subjects
- Assessment
- Mainly exam-based, with little or no coursework.
- Where it’s offered
- Offered only to schools in administrative zones 3, 4 and 5.
- Recognition
- Recognised internationally; equivalent to IGCSE and UK GCSE.
UK GCSE
- What it is
- The national school qualification for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- Typical age
- 14–16
- Grading
- 9–1 in England; A*–G in Wales and Northern Ireland
- Subjects available
- Varies by exam board
- Assessment
- Written, with non-exam assessment by subject.
- Where it’s offered
- Taken mainly in UK schools.
- Recognition
- The standard UK qualification at 16.
Core and Extended tiers
Many Cambridge IGCSE subjects including Mathematics and the sciences are split into two tiers. The tier your child is entered for sets the grades they can reach, so a tutor has to teach to the right one. Not every subject is tiered; some are single-route.
Core
Covers the core syllabus content.Grades C–GA student entered for the Core papers cannot be awarded above a grade C, whatever their raw mark. It suits students working securely within the core material.
Extended
Core content plus supplementary material.Grades A*–EExtended papers open up the top grades. It suits students aiming for A*, A or B, and is the route most competitive sixth forms and universities expect.
How Cambridge IGCSE is graded
Cambridge IGCSE results are reported on an eight-grade scale, with A* the highest and U meaning ungraded. Over 800,000 Cambridge IGCSEs are awarded on this scale each year across more than 145 countries.
A*BCDEFGU
Some subjects are also offered on the numeric 9–1 scale, but only to schools in Administrative Zone 3, which can choose either scale. A “good pass” for sixth-form and university entry is usually treated as grade C / grade 4 and above, though exact requirements vary by school and course.
Exam series and assessment
Cambridge runs three exam series a year. The world is split into six administrative zones, and your zone sets the exact paper dates and timings, which is why two students in the same subject can sit on different days.
May / June
The largest sitting, taken by most students worldwide. Results are released in August.
October / November
The second major session, often used for resits and by students in the Southern Hemisphere.
February / March
Available only in specific zones, primarily India. Your school confirms whether it is offered.
From uncertainty to a clear weekly plan
We keep the process simple for families while making the teaching specific to the student.
Confirm the course
We check the stage, subject, syllabus code, assessment route and current goals.
Match the tutor
We select a subject expert with experience teaching the relevant Cambridge course.
Try a free lesson
Your child meets the tutor, works through a real topic and sees how the lesson feels.
Build momentum
Regular lessons close gaps, strengthen exam skills and adapt as progress becomes visible.
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Questions Parents Ask First
What is the Cambridge International curriculum?+
Cambridge International is a globally recognised pathway for learners aged 3–19. It includes Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, O Level, International AS Level and International A Level.
Is Cambridge IGCSE the same as GCSE?+
They are separate qualifications. Cambridge IGCSE is designed for an international context and is accepted as comparable to the UK GCSE by leading universities. Syllabus content, codes, grading and assessment options can differ, so the exact course matters.
Which Cambridge subjects do you cover?+
We cover major Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, AS and A Level subjects including Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Business, Economics, Computer Science, ICT, Accounting, Geography and History, subject to tutor availability.
Do tutors use Cambridge past papers?+
Yes. Tutors use the correct syllabus code, paper variant and exam series when selecting questions, and teach mark-scheme language, timing and paper strategy alongside the underlying content.
Can you help with Core and Extended IGCSE routes?+
Yes. We confirm the route before matching because Core and Extended cover different content and cap the available grades differently. The tutoring plan follows the route entered by the school.
How does one-to-one online tutoring work?+
We confirm the course and goals, match a specialist tutor, arrange a free demo, then continue with the same tutor through a written weekly plan. Parents receive progress updates, and we arrange a replacement if the fit is not right.