The Cambridge curriculum, explained.

The Cambridge curriculum is an international programme from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, used in schools around the world. It runs in four stages from age 5 to 19 and focuses on understanding, application and independent thinking.

The four stages

Stage	Typical ages	What it covers
Cambridge Primary	5–11	English, mathematics, science and more, with clear learning objectives for each stage
Cambridge Lower Secondary	11–14	Deeper subject learning, building towards the upper secondary years
Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE)	14–16	A wide choice of subjects, assessed through IGCSE examinations
Cambridge Advanced (AS & A Level)	16–19	Specialised subjects for university entry in India and abroad

What makes it different

Cambridge sets clear learning objectives but leaves schools free to decide how to teach them. Children are expected to explain their reasoning, apply what they learn to new problems and write clearly, rather than reproduce memorised answers. English, mathematics and science form the core, and schools add languages, the arts, technology and physical education around them.

Does it suit Indian students?

Yes, for most children. Cambridge is used widely across India, and its qualifications are accepted by Indian universities. Families planning for Indian competitive exams such as JEE or NEET should plan for extra preparation in the senior years, or choose a CBSE pathway for those grades.

The Cambridge curriculum at Woodford

Woodford International School in Vasna, Vadodara follows the Cambridge curriculum for Grades 1 to 5, taught with Finnish pedagogy: projects connecting 2–3 subjects, UK-based phonics, the Six Bricks approach to mathematics, and an AI & Robotics Lab. From Grade 6, families choose a CBSE or a Cambridge pathway.

Visit Woodford International School, Vasna, Vadodara. Admissions are open for Grades 1–5 for 2027–28. Book a campus visit or call +91 99986 39600.

Questions parents ask

Frequently asked questions.

What is the Cambridge curriculum?

An international curriculum from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, running from Cambridge Primary (ages 5–11) to AS and A Levels (ages 16–19).

What is the difference between Cambridge Primary and IGCSE?

Cambridge Primary covers the early school years, roughly ages 5 to 11. IGCSE is the qualification taken around age 16 at the end of Upper Secondary.

Is the Cambridge curriculum suitable for Indian students?

Yes. It is widely used in India and accepted by Indian universities. Students aiming for JEE or NEET may need extra preparation in the senior years.

Which school in Vadodara follows the Cambridge curriculum?

Woodford International School in Saiyed Vasna, Vadodara follows the Cambridge curriculum for Grades 1 to 5, with CBSE and Cambridge pathways for Grades 6 to 12.

Admissions 2027–28

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