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Middle School
Promotion Policy E1 TO M1
In general, promotion is based upon a student having consolidated
adequate skills and knowledge in formative/progressive learning
outcomes or Cambridge strands and tests. Boys complete
formative and summative tests in all subjects.
Term examinations in Cambridge core subjects (English,
Mathematics & Science) will be based on a particular term’s
work. At the completion of each year, Cambridge students also
sit for a Cambridge Progression Test. Checkpoint
Examinations are also taken at the end of Secondary 1 stage.
Non Cambridge subjects will be tested on a termly basis with
the end of year paper based on sampling from the final term as
well as a selection of the year’s work.
Minimum Pass Mark and Promotion Conditions: a)
40% Pass
b) Boys must have passed in English and Mathematics, as well
as in 5 of the remaining 7 subjects.
c) An ‘UG’ grade indicates FAILED in the subject.
d) A boy who fails twice in the same class will be withdrawn
e) Any student who fails in English and Mathematics plus one
or more other main subjects may be detained or withdrawn
f) A boy who fails twice in the same class will be withdrawn
g) A boy must have satisfactory school attendance