The curriculum delivered at the Non-Public High School of Cracow International School is based on the Cambridge International programmes – Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge Advanced (AS & A Levels) – recognised among the most respected and widely established educational pathways in the world. The four-year academic journey has been designed to guide students from broad academic preparation to purposeful specialisation aligned with their interests and future educational plans.
Cambridge IGCSE – A Stage of Exploration and Development
The first two years of study (Years 10–11) comprise the Cambridge IGCSE programme, which provides a strong academic foundation while enabling students to explore different areas of knowledge. This stage is characterised by the exploration of new disciplines, the development of interests, and the gradual identification of future academic directions.
At the IGCSE stage, students may develop within one of two academic pathways:
Science – for students interested in scientific, natural science, and technological subjects.
Humanities & Social Sciences – for students interested in social sciences, humanities, and creative disciplines.
Regardless of the pathway selected, students learn to analyse information, formulate arguments, organise their work independently, and take responsibility for managing their own learning process.
Reflecting the international nature of the programme, all teaching, learning materials, and examination preparation are conducted in English.
Cambridge Advanced (AS & A Levels) – A Stage of Specialisation
In Years 12–13, students progress to the Cambridge Advanced programme (AS & A Levels), selecting three or four subjects aligned with their intended field of study.
Unlike many educational systems, students do not continue studying a broad range of subjects until the end of secondary education. Instead, they focus on the disciplines most relevant to their future academic plans. This approach enables them to build an individual academic profile and develop advanced knowledge in areas that will be continued at university level.
Available subjects include:
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Economics
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Digital Media & Design
- Polish (AQA)
This broad subject offering enables students to build individual academic pathways aligned with the requirements of specific degree programmes as well as their own interests and aspirations.
Purposeful Preparation for University
The structure of the programme allows students to gradually refine their interests and strengths before focusing on subjects directly related to their intended academic pathway. This approach supports informed subject selection and enables students to build an academic profile aligned with their future university plans.
Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge AS & A Level qualifications are recognised by universities across the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, and many other parts of the world. The depth of subject knowledge developed through A Levels allows students to demonstrate both academic readiness and subject-specific preparation for their chosen field of study.
As a result, the programme provides a direct pathway to higher education in Poland and internationally, supporting applications to a wide range of universities and degree programmes.
