Pearson Edexcel iPrimary Curriculum
| Intake Date | Programme Type | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Click here to know more | Preparatory Programme | Click here to know more |
The course is currently not offered, thus for more information about fees and collaborations please contact Beacon International College by emailing to enquiries@beacon.edu.sg for more information.
Introduction
About Pearson
At the core of everything that Pearson does is the desire to make a measurable impact on improving people’s lives through learning. From primary school to secondary school, through to professional certification; Pearson’s qualifications help educate millions of people worldwide.
Pearson Edexcel
As the world’s learning company and the UK’s largest awarding organisation, Pearson has partnered with thousands of schools, universities and employers, all around the world, for more than 150 years, to provide curriculum, assessment, teaching and learning, resources and services.
Pearson Edexcel believes that learning opens up opportunities, creating fulfilling careers and better lives. So Pearson Edexcel’s mission is to help people make progress in their lives through learning. They are always learning at Pearson, so they work with some of the best minds in education – from teachers and technologists to researchers and big thinkers – to ensure they are providing educators and learners with the best in class tools and bringing you insights into what’s important for today’s global education.
Course Structure
The course comprises the following units:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student is expected to:
- Acquire the basic knowledge and skills of the subjects covered in the curriculum
- Acquire the transferrable skills and experience enquiry-based learning embedded in the curriculum
- Sit for the Edexcel Achievement Test for Year Six which provides international benchmarking
Admission Criteria
English Entry Requirement
Possess a Pass in English Placement Test determined by the College
- Students who fail the English Placement Test will be required to attend an English course conducted by the college to achieve an Elementary level
Age and Academic Requirement
| Programmes | Entry Requirements (Age & Academic) |
|---|---|
| Pearson Edexcel iPrimary 3 | Age at least 7 years old
Academic
Completed equivalent Primary 2 |
| Pearson Edexcel iPrimary 4 | Age at least 8 years old
Academic
Completed equivalent Primary 3 |
| Pearson Edexcel iPrimary 5 | Age at least 9 years old
Academic
Completed equivalent Primary 4 |
| Pearson Edexcel iPrimary 6 | Age at least 10 years old
Academic
Completed equivalent Primary 5 |
Course Information
Course Duration: 12 Months (per level)
Total Course Hours: 600 Hours (per level)
Detailed intake commencement dates and expected intake completion dates are available here.
Candidates who successfully complete this programme will be awarded the Pearson Edexcel International Award by Pearson Edexcel.
Students may refer to the here for more information.
Course Details
Master’s Degree: 10 students
Bachelor’s Degree: 10 students
Higher Diploma: 6 students
Diploma: 6 students
English Courses: 6 students
Please note that classes will only commence once the minimum enrollment requirement for each programme is met.
Classroom Learning
The teaching approaches and methods adopted will be according to the requirements of the learning outcomes of each unit. These may include:
- Brainstorming
- Case studies
- Debate
- Demonstration
- Discussion
- Field Trip
- Group work
- Industry Speaker
- Lecture
- Practical Work
- Presentation
- Project Work
- Reflective Writing
- Research
- Role Play
- Tutorial
Students are assessed through a range of continuous and practice-oriented evaluation methods designed to support both academic understanding and applied skills development. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Class tests and quizzes
- Class participation and engagement
- Coursework and written assignments
- Individual essays and reports
- Group projects, presentations, and debates
- Individual portfolios
- Oral presentations and demonstrations
- Practical work and project-based assessments
- Enterprise projects and employer reports (where applicable)
- Internship performance (where applicable)
- Reflective reports and learning logs
- Dissertation / thesis (for relevant programmes)
Students may refer to the here for more information.
