
KS4 Students at Montalvo International School are required to study Mathematics, English Language, Literature, Portuguese, and the three Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. This combination ensures a solid foundation in core academic disciplines and prepares them for future academic success. Portuguese is included because we want them to learn the language and integrate

Welcome to Key Stage 4 at Montalvo International School, an important phase of our British international education system, designed for students aged 14-16 in Year 10 and Year 11. These years are pivotal as students begin their International General Certificate of Secondary Education (iGCSE) studies, which serve as a crucial stepping-stone towards A Level qualifications and future academic endeavors.
At Key Stage 4, we continue to uphold a balanced and rigorous curriculum. However, it becomes more specialized, focusing on subjects that students choose according to their interests and future aspirations. The curriculum ensures students gain a deeper understanding of each subject, fostering both academic excellence and personal growth.

The iGCSE years are particularly significant as they provide an essential foundation for the A Levels. The skills and knowledge gained during these years, such as critical thinking, independent study, and time management, prepare students for the demanding academic rigour of the A Levels. Adding to this, the subject choices made at this stage often guide students’ decisions regarding A Level subjects and future university courses – this way, we believe our entrance exam and initial diagnostic analysis will help students pick their subjects efficiently in accordance to personal preference as well as taking into account possible future endeavors.
Key Stage 4 at Montalvo International School is a time of academic, personal, and social development. It’s a phase where students start carving their own unique academic journeys, shaping their futures while supported by our dedicated staff every step of the way.
A minimum of 3 students in an option subject is required to allow the course to go ahead.