Norma Praestantiae
Examinations & Qualifications
International standards, recognised qualifications and greater opportunities: how our programmes prepare learners for IGCSE, AS Level and A Level.
Our academic pathway
A progressive journey towards international qualifications
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Assessed internally. A separate external Primary Checkpoint is available at the end of Stage 6 through suitable examination arrangements. It gives diagnostic feedback and a Statement of Achievement, not a certificate.
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Prepares learners for IGCSE. The Lower Secondary Checkpoint, linked to the end of Stage 9, is an international benchmark, but enrolling in Foundation does not automatically enter a learner for it.
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An internationally recognised secondary qualification. Assessment depends on the subject and may include written papers, practicals or oral components.
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A step towards specialised study. It can be a standalone qualification or count towards a full A Level.
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Advanced subject qualifications recognised by universities worldwide. Candidates follow the full or an approved staged assessment route.
An important distinction
Internal assessment and official examinations
Internal assessments
With us
- Subject tests and online quizzes
- Written assignments and projects
- Term-end examinations written online under proctoring
- Revision and examination-preparation assessments
They monitor progress and support teaching and reporting. They are not official qualifications.
Official examinations
External
Administered through registered examination centres or approved providers under the international examination board’s requirements. Candidates are formally entered by their families through a centre, and results and certificates are issued through the board’s own processes.
How external examinations work
A clear path from preparation to certification
Step 1
Choose the qualification
Pick the level and subjects, with future plans in mind.
Step 2
Confirm availability
Check that a centre accepts entries for those subjects. Some are not open to private candidates.
Step 3
Register
The family enters the learner through a registered examination centre, by its deadlines and conditions.
Step 4
Prepare
Structured study, revision and practice of examination technique.
Step 5
Write
Sit the papers at the designated venue. Official examinations may need in-person attendance.
Step 6
Receive results
Results and certificates are issued through the centre.
Examination centres and private candidates
Bateleur Education does not register learners for external examinations. We provide online tuition and examination preparation, and enrolling with us does not include entry for official examinations.
Families enter learners themselves, usually as private candidates, through a centre that accepts them. Availability varies by location, subject and series, and families are responsible for registration, fees, venues and deadlines.
Contact us about examination preparationExamination fees and extra costs
Tuition fees and official examination fees are separate. Examination fees are paid to the centre or provider, who set the costs, and may include:
- Official entry fees
- Centre administration charges
- Practical or oral assessment costs
- Late registration charges
- Travel or accommodation
Academic integrity and readiness
Achievement through knowledge, discipline and responsibility
Subject mastery
A thorough grasp of the syllabus.
Structured revision
Consistent preparation and consolidation.
Examination technique
Question formats, command words and time management.
Independent thinking
Applying knowledge in unfamiliar contexts.
Academic honesty
Honest work, punctuality and following assessment rules.
University recognition
Qualifications that support future opportunities
AS and A Level qualifications are recognised by universities in many countries, but recognition does not guarantee admission. Requirements depend on subject combinations, grades, language and each institution’s policy.
Studying in South Africa
Learners may need a matriculation exemption certificate issued through the Matriculation Board of Universities South Africa. Subject combinations, levels and grades can affect eligibility, so verify the requirements before choosing subjects.
Studying abroad
Requirements differ between countries, universities and courses. Early planning helps learners choose the right subjects.
Frequently asked questions
Does Bateleur Education register learners for external examinations?
No. We do not register learners for external examinations. We provide online tuition and examination preparation, and families arrange official entry themselves through a registered examination centre.
Can learners write IGCSE, AS and A Level examinations as private candidates?
Often yes, through a centre that accepts private candidates. Availability varies by subject, location and examination series, so confirm it before choosing subjects.
Are examination fees included in tuition?
No. Tuition and official examination fees are separate unless a written agreement says otherwise.
Do A Level qualifications work for South African universities?
They are widely recognised, but learners planning to study in South Africa may need a matriculation exemption certificate through the Matriculation Board of Universities South Africa. Check the requirements before choosing subjects.
Prepare for what comes next
From Primary to A Level, a structured pathway built on high expectations, purposeful teaching and personal accountability.
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