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Cliffs International
College Secondary

Academics

ZIMSEC curriculum, globally minded outcomes

From Form 1 to Form 6, every learner builds a rigorous academic foundation, digital literacy and the character to compete at the highest levels — locally and internationally.

Learners in a focused classroom at Cliffs International College

Forms 1–6 · O & A‑Level

A structured pathway from Form 1–4 (O‑Level) into Form 5–6 (A‑Level), aligned to the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) standards.

  • • Competency‑based teaching that emphasises critical thinking and applied knowledge.
  • • Continuous Assessment Records (CARs) maintained throughout the year.
  • • Broad subject exposure before specialisation.

Grade levels

Cliffs International College offers education from Form 1 through Form 6:

  • • Form 1 – Form 4: Ordinary Level (O‑Level).
  • • Form 5 – Form 6: Advanced Level (A‑Level).

Faculty of Sciences

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Combined Science — preparing future doctors, engineers and scientists.

Faculty of Commerce

Accounting, Business Studies, Economics and Commerce for tomorrow’s entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Faculty of Languages

English Language & Literature, Shona and other languages, building articulate, culturally grounded graduates.

Faculty of Humanities

History, Geography, Sociology and more, shaping analytical, socially aware citizens.

Curriculum at a glance

Cliffs International College follows the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) curriculum, designed to develop well‑rounded students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

  • • Alignment with national learning outcomes set by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education.
  • • Competency‑based teaching that emphasises critical thinking, problem‑solving and applied knowledge.
  • • Integration of life skills, entrepreneurship and heritage studies for holistic development.
  • • Internally assessed coursework and projects that complement end‑of‑year examinations.

Academic calendar

The school follows the official three‑term Zimbabwean academic calendar:

  • • Term 1: January – April
  • • Term 2: May – August
  • • Term 3: September – November / December