We have recently received an update on IGCSE grades from Cambridge International Assessment, please see their correspondence with the school below:
To all Cambridge International schools worldwide,
Cambridge International would like to thank you for your support and feedback on our decision not to hold our international examinations in the May/June 2020 series, announced on 23 March.
We have received a hugely positive reaction from our global community of schools to this decision. We are putting the safety of our students and teachers as our number one priority.
We are grateful to all our schools that have sent us their questions and suggestions. It is vital for us to keep informed of all your concerns and challenges.
Providing grades for students
We know how important it is to you to have clarity on what happens next.
We will be working with schools worldwide to ensure that the subject grades earned by the students represent their achievement levels as set out by rigorous Cambridge programme standards. Schools will be asked to collaborate with us to ensure that candidates’ grades are based on a range of evidence. We will provide an update with more details on 31 March.
We understand that schools need clarity about the process we will follow to provide grades, how we will involve teachers in this process, and the administrative tasks and deadlines schools will need to follow to ensure that candidates receive the grades they deserve.
Cambridge International is strongly placed to provide a fair and recognised assessment of students’ level of knowledge and understanding. However, we want to make sure that we develop the most fair and reliable process possible in these uniquely challenging circumstances.
Although we do not have all the answers right now, we want to reassure you that we will provide the information and guidance you need to navigate this change successfully as soon as possible. Grades we provide will carry the same currency as they have in any other year.
They have also provided a letter for students and parents:
LETTER FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS FROM CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL EXAM BOARD