International secondary school
International secondary school

International Secondary School

Ages 12-16 

Students enter the Secondary years at Tenby Tropicana Aman at the beginning of Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9), moving through to Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11), culminating in IGCSEs by Year 11. This phase nurtures well-rounded learners, supporting academic, emotional and social growth. Experienced teachers focus on critical thinking, communication and resilience, preparing students to thrive in work, life and a globally connected world.

Our curriculum

In the first three years of secondary school, students at Tenby Schools Kota Kemuning follow Key Stage 3, building skills for IGCSEs through critical thinking, problem-solving, and resilience.

Year 7 to 9 - Key Stage 3

Year 7 to 9 

In the first three years of secondary school, students engage with a broad range of academic subjects,  guided by specialist teachers in state-of-the-art learning spaces. This is an overview of the subjects:  

  • English Language and Literature 
  • Mathematics  
  • Chemistry 
  • Biology  
  • Physics 
  • Chinese Mandarin 
  • Malay 
  • Physical Education (PE)  
  • Design Technology  
  • Geography  
  • History  
  • Information Communication Technology  
  • Music  
  • Art 
  • Agama (for Muslim students)  
Year 7 to 9 - Key Stage 3

Three pathways for IGCSE

Choose Your Path
At Tenby TTA, we personalise learning through three academic pathways, tailored to each student’s strengths, goals, and aspirations. Chosen at the end of Year 9, these pathways help students start Year 10 with a plan to achieve their full potential.

Fraser Pathway
Students can achieve up to 11 IGCSEs, ideal for top universities and scholarships. Key subjects like English Literature, Malay, and Mathematics are completed by Year 10, with a focus on sciences, mathematics, and creative options.

Cameron Pathway
Balancing academic and creative subjects, this pathway allows students to achieve 9 IGCSEs over two years. Two sciences are compulsory, with a choice of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. Early Entry and Further Pure Mathematics are not offered.

Genting Pathway
Focusing on core subjects, students can achieve 8 IGCSEs, including PE Short Course. Science (Single Award) combines Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with accessible assessments, leaving time for creative options. 

Three pathways for IGCSE

Year 10 to 11 - Key Stage 4

Core IGCEs 

Starting at age 14, students embark on a two-year program leading to IGCSE examinations, covering four compulsory core subjects and elective subjects according to their abilities and interests.  

  • Mathematics: Develops essential problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and understanding of mathematical concepts. 
  • English Literature: Focuses on analysing texts, understanding themes, and interpreting literary works. 
  • English Language: Enhances writing, reading, and communication skills for various contexts. 
  • At least one Science: Builds a foundation in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics through hands-on experiments and theory. 

On top of the four core subjects, students pick a selection of options.

 

Year 10 to 11 - Key Stage 4

Year 9 to 11 - elective IGCSEs

Choose your path

On top of the four core subjects, students pick a selection of elective IGCSE options. 

  • Additional Mathematics (only for students on the Fraser pathway) 
  • Science 
  • Chinese  
  • Malay  
  • Design Technology  
  • Geography  
  • History  
  • Information & Communication Technology  
  • Music  
  • Art  
  • Business Studies  
  • Computer Science  
  • Physical Education  
  • Psychology 
  • Economics 
Year 9 to 11 - elective IGCSEs
KPI module (IGCSE)

66%

A* to A 

IGCSE 2023-2024 

85%

A* to B 

IGCSE 2023-2024

95%

A* to C 

IGCSE 2023-2024