What is the Cambridge Checkpoint exam and what you need to know

For parents and students who are studying or are wondering about choosing study programs at international schools in Vietnam, the Cambridge general education program is the most interested and studied curriculum. Cambridge Checkpoint Exam is a program of teaching and granting high school level subjects managed by the Cambridge International Examinations Board and is valid worldwide.

In which, students will go through 3 important exams: Cambridge Checkpoint Primary, Cambridge Checkpoint Secondary (Lower Secondary) and Cambridge IGCSE (Upper Secondary) or A-Level. In this article, let's learn about the exam with ETEST Study Abroad English. Cambridge Checkpoint Exam what is it

Cambridge Checkpoint Cambridge Checkpoint Primary is for primary school (students take the exam at the end of grade 6 - in Vietnam, it is the end of grade 5) and Cambridge Checkpoint Secondary is for secondary school (students take the exam at the end of grade 9). The exam is held twice a year, in May and October.

After completing the test, each student will receive 2 analysis reports on:

• Test scores for the entire course
• Test scores for each key topic/skill
• List of questions (and sub-topics/skills) that specifically indicate student strengths and weaknesses
• Notice of academic achievement.

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2. Cambridge Checkpoint exam structure

The Cambridge examination programme tests knowledge and prepares students for entry to higher education with important qualifications.

Through this, students gradually form and develop language skills, scientific knowledge and mathematics equivalent to students in developed countries. Get used to self-study and build confidence as well as independent working skills.

2.1. English subject

The ESL (English as a Second Language) subject will consist of 3 parts: Listening, Reading & Usage – and Writing.

a. For Cambridge Primary Checkpoint:

• Reading & Usage – Paper 1: consists of 5 parts with 30 questions in multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank format in 40 minutes.
• Writing – Paper 2: consists of 3 parts with 7 questions. Part 1 is 5 vocabulary questions, Part 2 is sending a feedback email and Part 3 is telling a story on a suggested topic with a time limit of 40 minutes.
• Listening – Paper 3: consists of 4 parts with 20 multiple choice questions and listening to fill in the blanks within 25 minutes.

b. For Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint:

• Reading & Usage – Paper 1: consists of 5 parts with 45 questions presented in multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank format in 50 minutes.
• Writing – Paper 2: consists of 3 parts with 7 questions. Part 1 is 5 vocabulary questions, Part 2 is sending an email and Part 3 is writing an essay expressing personal opinions with a total time of 50 minutes.
• Listening – Paper 3: consists of 5 parts with 30 multiple choice questions and listening to fill in the blanks in 45 minutes.

The knowledge and skills used in English subject Cambridge Checkpoint:

Many parents often think that the math program in international schools is lighter and easier than the math program in the primary and secondary school programs of the Ministry of Education, however this is completely incorrect.

When studying the Cambridge program, students are introduced to and learn about the 5 main elements of mathematics such as arithmetic/algebra, geometry, measurement, data processing, problem solving... Thereby helping students form and practice mathematical thinking such as understanding and applying appropriate techniques or strategies to solve problems.

• For Cambridge Primary Checkpoint: consists of 2 parts (papers), including 28 questions without calculator (45 minutes) and 30 questions with calculator (45 minutes).
• For Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint: consists of 2 parts (papers), including 25 questions without calculator (1 hour) and 24 questions with calculator (1 hour).

2.3. Science

Questions in Science in Cambridge Checkpoint The test consists of 3 subjects: Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The test consists of 2 parts (papers) lasting 45 minutes for Primary Checkpoint. In which, Physics will be knowledge about force and motion, light, electricity and magnetism, sound, Earth.

Chemistry is questions about matter, changes of matter, states of matter. Biology exam content is about plants, animals, human body.

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3. What to prepare before taking the Cambridge Checkpoint exam?

3.1. Start early

To have an advantage in preparing for studying abroad at high school level, parents need to learn and let their children study the Cambridge program at international schools in Vietnam. In addition to classroom hours, to enhance their children's knowledge and test-taking strategies before taking the Cambridge checkpoint exam, parents should find reputable centers that offer courses. Cambridge Checkpoint Exam Preparation.

And ETEST Study Abroad English is the perfect choice for parents and students. Benefits of participating in the Cambridge Checkpoint program at ETEST Study Abroad English:

• There is a team of teachers who graduated from famous universities around the world and Vietnamese teachers who have studied abroad and have experience working abroad to share with students useful knowledge and skills to help you in the exam.
• Coming to ETEST English Study Abroad, each student is designed with a personalized learning path for each level. Committed to providing the necessary extracted knowledge and skills to successfully complete the exam according to Cambridge standards.
• Course Cambridge Checkpoint Exam Preparation At ETEST Study Abroad English, students can improve their ability to synthesize and evaluate test questions to make inferences and solve problems. Practice Math and Science thinking in English. Get used to self-study and build confidence and independent working skills.

3.2. Practice regularly

The final year of school like 5th or 9th grade is the time when you need to focus on solving problems and Cambridge Checkpoint Exam Preparation Continuous practice will help students get used to the test structure and time pressure, thereby adjusting their test-taking methods and thinking effectively.

Hopefully the above sharing will help parents and students have good preparation steps for the lesson. Cambridge Checkpoint Exam and have an optimal learning path to bring the best results.

ETEST Study Abroad English course opening Cambridge Checkpoint Exam Preparation help students enrich their knowledge and gain practical experience. Exclusive privileges for students participating in courses at ETEST:

► Small class size of maximum 6 students

► Effective, condensed program: A system of knowledge based on large topics, ensuring adherence to the real Cambridge Checkpoint exam framework

► Teachers are PhDs and Masters with many years of experience teaching international programs

► Practice thinking and test-taking methods according to Cambridge requirements through a bank of typical questions for each topic

► Flexible curriculum, divided into many levels

► Transfer to IGCSE, A-level, O-level programs

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