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Hello, my name is Lia and I’m 13. I am currently studying in grade 9 (Y.10) in a thai school with a special International Program (Cambridge Examination (IGCSE)), I am french, and I just have tested ESL. My Mom would like me to test 4 more IGCSEs next time (may-june) but I am not sure I am capable. I was wondering if the Cambridge Program had a homeschooling program on computer (like khan academy) because my Mom does not have time to teach me and I would like to be able to study for IGCSEs and A/As levels easily ? Thank you
Hi Lia,
We are sorry that we do not have courses for computer related subjects. What we could suggest you is, you may find out which school is offering this subject and willing to take private candidate, you could enrol to study with them.
Please find out registered Cambridge schools here: https://www.cie.org.uk/i-want-to/find-a-cambridge-school/
Other than the computer subjects, you can always register other online courses here: https://www.igcsecentre.com/what-is-igcse/
Hello Admin
I am from New Delhi and wish to home school my son of 12 years who is in grade 7. Pls guide.
Hi Raj,
Please let us know what do you need.
I am from Chennai, India. I want to have homeschooling for my daughter who is 4 years old.
1. What is the correct time to start homeschooling
2. Should Parent sit with student or student can learn from live / recorded video
3. Is the school completion valid / acceptable for college admissions in India and Abroad
Hi Guruprasath,
Here are the answers to your questions:
1. There is no “correct time” to start homeschooling. You may start anytime. However, if you wish to start homeschooling from year 1, you need to have a plan for your daughter from year 1 until year 11, which is the IGCSE exam year. If you decided to send your daughter to a secondary school halfway through the homeschooling, she might face problem in getting admission. As secondary school would need a primary school certificate as entry requirement, which she does not have due to starting homeschooling from year 1.
2. That would depend on the needs of your child. Some children need personal guidance, while some can study on their own. Parents play an important role in homeschooling. Even though the kid could study by him/herself, parents still need to check on them to make sure they are on track.
3. IGCSE / O Level certificates are widely recognised. You can always call up your local and abroad universities to confirm on that.
Hi – Can I please have a list of Home Schools in Malaysia, their location and the Fees they charge.
Hi,
We are sorry that we do not have such list.
Hi,
Can Malaysia students study online and get the certificate from ICGSE?
Hello Kelly,
Yes, definitely. We have got many Malaysian students studying with us and sit for the IGCSE exams privately.
Please check out the online courses here: https://www.igcsecentre.com/cambridge-igcse-revision-courses/
I am looking for a home schooling option for my daughter who will turn 15 in a few months. Can she take the IGCSE exams if I start her homeschooling now?
Thanks a lot for your advice!
Shobha
Hi Shobha,
Yes, she can sit for the exams whenever she is ready.
We strongly suggest you to first check with your local British Council on: available subjects for your local area, exam registration dates, fees etc etc…