Study: ready for the future
“It's education that's meant to take us into the future that we can't grasp.” — Sir Ken Robinson
A school life that aims to provide a holistic education
We prepare students for life, helping them to develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning.
We develop thinking and learning skills so they become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged — ready to tackle the demands of tomorrow's world, and capable of shaping a better world for the future.
From Lower Secondary to the International GCSE
Students study the Lower Secondary syllabus for the first three years and the International GCSE for the final two years. The International GCSE is international in outlook but retains local relevance, and is designed to avoid cultural bias and develop essential lifelong skills, including creative thinking and problem-solving.
Lower Secondary
Lower Secondary
Lower Secondary
International GCSE
International GCSE
What students study, Year 7 to Year 11
A broad Lower Secondary foundation in Years 7–9, then core and optional International GCSE subjects in Years 10 and 11.
| Subject | Year 7 to 9 Core | Year 10 & 11 Core | Year 10 & 11 Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Mathematics | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Information and Communication Technology (ICT) | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Malay (Bahasa Melayu) | ✓ | ✓* | |
| Chinese | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Biology | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Chemistry | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Physics | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Accounting | ✓ | ||
| Business Studies | ✓ | ||
| Economics | ✓** | ||
| Additional Mathematics | ✓** | ||
| Enrichment: Global Perspectives, E-commerce, Financial Literacy (“Man vs Money”) | ✓*** |
* Malay is compulsory for Malaysian students. ** Subject offered depending on availability. *** Year 7–9 enrichment subjects change from year to year.
Examination boards
Harvest Academy prepares secondary students for the International GCSE with the examination boards Cambridge Assessment International Education, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA. Students sit the official Cambridge IGCSE examinations, which are offered in two series a year.
English across the curriculum
Every subject except Malay and Chinese is taught in English, so students build academic English in Mathematics, the sciences and ICT as well as in English lessons.
Where can international qualifications take you?
Success in international qualifications often gives students admission to Malaysia's and the world's best universities.
International GCSE qualifications are accepted and valued by universities around the world, including MIT, Harvard and Cambridge. They are recognised as qualifications that prepare and equip students with the skills they need to succeed both at university and beyond. Universities value the independent research and critical thinking skills, as well as the deep subject knowledge, that these qualifications bring.
The International GCSE is the world's most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds. It is recognised by leading universities and employers worldwide, and is an international passport to progression and success. Developed over 25 years ago, it is tried, tested and trusted by schools worldwide.
Parent guides: What is IGCSE? · IGCSE vs GCSE vs O Level · 7 reasons to choose IGCSE
Where Harvest graduates go next
Harvest graduates have received offers from leading universities in Malaysia and around the world, many with scholarships and several with full (100%) scholarships. See our Cambridge results →
- University of NottinghamUK · China · Malaysia
- Xiamen University 厦门大学
- Monash University
- University of Wollongong Australia
- La Trobe University
- Newcastle University
- University of Tasmania
- Taylor's University
- Sunway University
- UCSI University
- HELP University
- MAHSA University
- University of Warwick
- University of Sheffield
- Peninsula College
Harvest Academy is proud of the success of its graduates in receiving offers from these esteemed education institutions. All trademarks and logos belong to their respective owners.
Google Apps for Education
Technology is transforming teaching and learning. It's helping children learn at their own pace, become creative problem solvers, and effective collaborators. But for those without access, existing learning gaps are only widening. That's why we use Google Apps for Education in the Harvest education system — so every student has access to the skills they need and the quality education they deserve.
Oracy: confident speakers
We raise students' awareness of how they talk and work together, combining authoritative presentation with interactive dialogue. Read about oracy education →
Four steps to join Harvest
Enquiry and application
Book online or WhatsApp 04-970 4884 for an appointment.
Assessment and interview
Subjects assessed: English and Mathematics.
Letter of acceptance
The successful applicant will receive a letter of acceptance alongside the invoice.
Enrolment process
The successful applicant may proceed with the enrolment process.
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