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Lower Secondary School<\/span><\/h1>[vc_column_text el_class=”text_content_blur”]The Herrington Lower Secondary School Programme marks a pivotal transition in each learner\u2019s academic journey; from structured foundations to independent exploration. Designed for students aged 12 to 14 (Grades 7\u20139), this stage deepens understanding across disciplines while nurturing research, innovation, and leadership skills through the British Lower Secondary Curriculum and the MoEYS National Programme.<\/p>\n

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Herrington\u2019s bilingual approach continues to balance global learning standards with local identity, ensuring that students become both competent global thinkers and responsible Cambodian citizens.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column css_animation=”fadeInRight” width=”1\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1767346639466{background-image: url(https:\/\/webdemo.giantandro.com\/herrington\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/691.jpg?id=2562) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” el_class=”img_rounded_layout”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]

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British Lower Secondary + MoEYS National Curriculum<\/span><\/h1>[vc_column_text]Herrington Lower Secondary offers a dual academic framework that aligns British International benchmarks with Cambodia\u2019s national standards. This integration ensures academic depth, bilingual proficiency, and readiness for the British IGCSE in Grades 9\u201310.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]

Our Subject Programme<\/span><\/h1>\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t
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    [vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” gap=”35″][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”2669″ el_class=”img_rounded”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text el_class=”text_content_blur”]Students develop strong communication skills through reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Lessons encourage creativity, clear expression, and confidence in using English in both daily life and academics.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div>
    [vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” gap=”35″][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”2382″ el_class=”img_rounded”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text el_class=”text_content_blur”]Students learn to read, write, and speak Khmer, strengthening their cultural identity and national pride. Khmer lessons ensure children grow as bilingual, confident communicators. Our Khmer program follows the <\/span>Cambodia International Curriculum (MoEYS)<\/b>, providing students with a strong foundation in national standards while supporting their global learning journey.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div>
    [vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” gap=”35″][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”2671″ el_class=”img_rounded”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text el_class=”text_content_blur”]Learners build problem-solving skills and number fluency through hands-on activities, real-life examples, and logical reasoning. Students are guided to truly understand concepts, not just memorize them.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div>
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    [vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” gap=”35″][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”2672″ el_class=”img_rounded”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text el_class=”text_content_blur”]Students discover a love for reading through stories, phonics, and comprehension activities. Reading lessons strengthen vocabulary, imagination, and critical thinking, helping children become fluent readers.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div>
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    Lower Secondary School Curriculum \u2013 FAQs<\/span><\/h1>

    <\/span>What curriculum is offered in Lower Secondary School?<\/span><\/h4>
    Lower Secondary School offers a British<\/strong> Lower Secondary Programme<\/strong> alongside the MoEYS Cambodia National Curriculum<\/strong>, preparing students for academic growth and independent learning.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

    <\/span>What subjects do Lower Secondary students study?<\/span><\/h4>
    Key subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, Global Perspectives, Humanities, Khmer Studies, Arts, Physical Education, and character development programs.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

    <\/span>How does the curriculum prepare students for high school?<\/span><\/h4>
    The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, research skills, teamwork, and problem-solving, building a strong foundation for International curriculum and local identity.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

    <\/span>Are students assessed through exams only?<\/span><\/h4>
    No. Students are assessed through a mix of projects, class participation, coursework, and formal examinations aligned with British and national standards.<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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