Crimson International Online School (CGA)
Description of Crimson International Online School (CGA)
- Type of study: private online school,
- Students age: 11-17 years,
- Language of instruction: English.
Crimson International Online School (CGA) is a private British school focused on online learning. Here you can take a full-fledged full-time education course, or combine classes with the regular curriculum of your offline school. CGA guarantees that it will do everything possible to prepare its students for the best universities in the world, will provide an opportunity to obtain a prestigious international certificate: IGCSE, Advanced Placement, US High School Diploma or British A-level.
Educational process
Crimson students take an active part in international Olympiads - among their trophies:
- International Mathematics Olympiad: 4 national awards, certificate of honor, two bronze and two silver medals,
- International Economics Olympiad: three national awards and a gold medal.
In addition to any program, a student can connect individual Da Vinci lessons: this is access to extracurricular clubs and activities, additional one-on-one lessons with teachers in the chosen subject, access to lesson recordings. "Da Vinci" is available on almost all programs: iPrimary, Pre-IGCSE, IGCSE, A-Level, AP.
The detailed curriculum and schedule of classes depends on the chosen course / program, the age of the student. But the schedule is always drawn up in such a way that students, even with a high academic workload, have time for rest, hobbies and extracurricular activities (art, sports, music, dance, etc.).
Things to know about
- The co-founder of the Crimson School, Jamie Beaton, once received invitations to 25 universities, including such prestigious options as Cambridge, Stanford, Yale, Harvard, Princeton, Columbia University, UPenn (Wharton), Duke University.
- The school welcomes student self-government: the elders of the school, the Southern Hemisphere, the Northern Hemisphere, faculties, leadership, extracurricular activities, technologies, classes, as well as the Chairman of the Student Council are actively elected here.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Crimson International Online School (CGA)
Preparing for IGCSE
- Age: 12-14 years.
The IGCSE preparation course is a great opportunity for students aged 12-14 to improve their knowledge and skills in order to study on a difficult IGCSE course with pleasure and maximum involvement. In terms of age, this stage roughly corresponds to grades 8-10 in the UK and grades 7-9 in the US.
The two-year course is divided into two stages: 12-13 and 13-14 years. At each stage, 5-6 subjects are studied (with full-time; with a mixed format, 1-2 subjects in the curriculum). Validation tests and midterm exams are held regularly to ensure that all the material is fully absorbed by the children.
What subjects are included in the program?
- English language
- Natural sciences: biology, chemistry, physics,
- Mathematics
- Computer Science,
- Social Sciences,
- A global community.
Additionally, students take a course in English as a foreign language (ESOL, English for speakers of other languages). This is a full-fledged, rather intensive language training for teenagers 12-15 years old: both the "everyday", everyday English, and its academic component, which is so necessary for further education, are improving. The main textbooks are the Wider World manuals (Pearson publishing house, whose accreditation the school has), and the Pearson English Portal with a multi-language interface helps them. Before the start of lessons, all students take the Pearson Versant English Placement Test, which will determine the existing level of knowledge:
- A2 (Elementary) = 34-45 points,
- B1 (Intermediate) = 46-56 points,
- B2 (Upper Intermediate) = 57-67 points.
ESOL classes are held throughout the school year, from September to May, 3 hours per week (plus homework, also no more than 3 hours per week). You can join the course on any date.
IGCSE
- Students age: 14-16 years.
The IGCSE program is an International GCSE, a traditional British high school course adapted for the international education of students from different countries. It usually corresponds to the 10th grade of American schools or the 11th grade of UK schools.
The two-year program provides for the study of 4-5 to 8-10 subjects. Available options to explore:
- Mathematics
- English literature,
- English (advanced level),
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- History
- Economics
- Business
- Psychology.
To track the assimilation of the material and academic progress, students regularly perform intermediate tests, take exams, receive transcripts of grades. Much attention is paid to group projects, both individual and group.
To complete the course, students must pass a minimum of 5 subjects in the final exams.
Advanced Placement
- Age: 16-18 years.
The AP (Advanced Placement) program is the study of subjects of increased complexity according to the American high school standard. All high school students in the United States rely on the AP course if they want to qualitatively, deeply prepare for the university (and even get their first university credits (credits), not only in the USA, but also in Canada).
AP provides for a large amount of independent work. Exams are taken at the end of the year. Due to the independent choice of subjects, the course also helps career guidance, giving students the opportunity to focus on those areas of knowledge that are of the highest priority for them.
Each class has up to 15 students, usually 6-8 people.
Available items:
- Biology
- Computing (Level AB),
- Chemistry
- Computer Science,
- English literature,
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- Physics
- Psychology
- Statistics
- World History.
A-level
- Age: 15-18 years.
A-level is the gold standard of British education, now available to students from all over the world and online. This is an in-depth, challenging program for high school students who want to go to universities and pursue higher education. The A-level certificate is very much appreciated all over the world, so it practically does not limit teenagers in choosing a country and university to study.
The two-year course is divided into two successive stages:
- AS-level (Year 12/Grade 11): 15-16 years. Usually 4-5 subjects are studied here,
- A2-Level (Year 13/Grade 12): 16-17 years. There are 3-4 subjects left in the curriculum.
To successfully complete the A-level course, the student must pass at least 3 exams. They are chosen independently, there is no compulsory curriculum here: each student focuses on those areas of knowledge that are interesting to him and that he needs to enter the chosen university.
Available items to choose from:
- Mathematics
- English literature,
- English language
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- History
- Economics
- Business
- Psychology
- Right.
Students regularly receive a transcript of their grades, take intermediate tests and exams, and perform project work - individual and group.
US High School Diploma
- Age: 12-18 years.
An American-style high school program that provides an opportunity to study a wide range of disciplines, acquire deep, thorough knowledge and determine the most priority branches of science.
Subjects and areas of knowledge available for study:
- World History,
- Medicine
- Paleontology
- Marine Sciences,
- Aeronautics and Space Exploration,
- Earth Sciences,
- Spanish
- Digital media,
- Drawing (advanced level),
- "Smart technologies" in clothing,
- Graphic Design,
- Anatomy and physiology,
- Space exploration,
- Environment
- Renewable energy,
- Engineering
- Physics
- Health Psychology,
- "Smart Cities",
- Startups and innovations,
- Introduction to Business,
- Geography
- Programming: JavaScript,
- Programming: Java,
- Programming: Python,
- Applied mathematics
- Mathematics: functions and graphs (Pre-Calculus),
- General Mathematics,
- Photojournalism
- English language
- Creative Writing.
Activities Crimson International Online School (CGA)
Since the school presents online education, many extracurricular activities are also held online. For example, students can do an online internship at international companies: Uber, PwC, Weiss Asset Management, KPMG, Y Combinator, Dentons Law, PWC, receiving a letter of recommendation in the final, which will significantly strengthen their resume.
What clubs and communities of interest does Crimson offer?
- Debate
- Investment
- 3D modeling,
- 3D game development,
- Web development,
- Model United Nations,
- Volunteering
- Mathematics.
Many clubs are organized by the students themselves, for example:
- Art
- eSports,
- Roblox (creating and programming robots),
- Economic Community,
- TEDx,
- School newspaper,
- Sport
- Dancing.
The school is always happy to support the initiative of schoolchildren and help them meet online, take a walk and chat, and spend time together.
Advantages
- Pearson Edexcel, Cambridge Assessment and College Board accreditations,
- Included in the top 3 best schools in the United States with online learning (Niche rating),
- Included in the Top 3 of the best innovative schools in the world (according to T4),
- Studying in English opens up more opportunities for studying and working abroad,
- Individual approach to each student,
- Active use of modern, advanced technologies,
- The ability to combine online lessons with education in a regular school,
- A global educational environment, the opportunity to learn and communicate with students from all over the world. More than 1000 students from 80+ countries are already studying here,
- High-quality, internationally recognized programs that meet strict foreign standards,
- Experienced, qualified teachers from the UK, USA, European countries - more than 85 specialists.
The statistics of CGA students in international exams (data from Pearson Edexel) are impressive:
- International GCSE: 26 scored a maximum (9 points), 69% reached the level of "excellent", A * -A (7-9 points),
- AS-Level (IAS) and A-Level (IAL): 61% received high scores at A-level (A * -A), 32% reached the maximum at this level - A * grade. At AS-Level, 73% of students passed the exams for grades A-B, 54% earned the highest grade A.
- American Standard Advanced Placement: the average score of students is 3.7 (out of 5). 82% of students received 3+ points (1.5 times higher than the world average), 38% earned 5 points (3 times higher than the world average!).
These results increase the success of the school and its pupils, because it is in the global aspect:
- 30+ students with the best academic performance,
- Top 20+ A-level results, Top 10+ A-level results in English,
- 3+ best AS-level exam results in English,
- 5+ Best Business Studies.
Facilities and equipment at Crimson International Online School (CGA)
To work in the classroom, each student needs a tablet, as school electronic platforms (Canvas, Slack and others) are used. Other equipment and sources, materials vary depending on the program. For full and comfortable learning, it is recommended to use the Internet at a speed of at least 800 Kbps, preferably 2 Mbps (for viewing high-resolution videos).
Admission dates and extra charges
The school year is divided into trimesters that begin in February, May and September. For students, the Edexcel Greenwich schedule is used: camps are held in early September and early January (depending on the chosen start of education).
Exams can be held in October/January or May/June.
Additionally paid (not included in the cost of programs):
- One-time entry fee,
- Exam fees, retakes (if necessary),
- Textbooks and teaching materials,
- Additional courses, classes, circles and clubs of interest, membership in sports clubs.
Enrolment process
At all stages of admission, the applicant is accompanied by a consultant: he helps to determine the program and format, choose subjects and directions.
Stages of admission:
- Filling out an application (after that the manager will contact you), provide transcripts of grades and evidence of English proficiency.
- Take a test of the level of knowledge that the school will prescribe.
- Take a personal interview.
- Fill out the final application for admission.
Perspectives
CGA graduates every year confirm the highest quality of education by entering the best universities in the world:
- London School of Economics (LSE),
- Oxford
- Stanford
- Harvard
- Cornell
- Brown University,
- CalTech,
- MIT,
- Berkeley
- Imperial College London,
- University of Edinburgh,
- King's College London,
- Columbia University.
According to statistics, CGA graduates enter the best universities in the United States and England 2-4 times more often than students around the world on average. For example, according to statistics, 11.1% of CGA graduates can enter Yale University.
Since 2013, Crimson alumni have received 711 offers from Ivy League universities, 233 offers from Oxbridge, and more than $67,000,000 in financial aid. More than 4500 graduates were enrolled in universities from the American top 50, 1800+ people were educated in the top 10 universities in the UK.
Graduates of Crimson successfully work in the future in the largest companies in the world: Google, Nasa, Amazon, McKinsey and Co., HSBC, Goldman Sachs, Bain and Company, Google DeepMind and many others.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
When considering applicants, CGA strives to evaluate them comprehensively, taking into account, among other things, a willingness to develop, a strong motivation for studying. Experience with online programs, demonstration of readiness for intensive study, curiosity will be a plus.
Applicants take exams in mathematics, English and science to demonstrate the level of knowledge and determine the most suitable program.
Scholarships Crimson International Online School (CGA)
To ensure that all gifted, talented, capable children can receive an education of excellent quality, regardless of the financial situation of their families, Crimson offers its financial support and assistance. The competition for scholarships opens several times a year, the main criteria are excellent academic performance + extracurricular activity.
A family discount is also offered for children who have brothers or sisters studying at Crimson:
- 5% for the study of the second child from the same family,
- 10% for the study of the third child.
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
