Cambridge Programme

Cambridge Primary utilizes an international curriculum that affords the opportunity for enrichment as well as experiences that create global minded citizens.

How can I attend a Cambridge Primary School?

All students who live in the attendance boundary for a Cambridge Primary School participate in the Cambridge Primary program. Students from outside of these schools’ zones who would like to access these schools will use the Pasco Pathways School Choice Application process. All out of zone students who apply are to be sent for the lottery, even if this number exceeds the total number of available seats.

The Cambridge Lower Secondary program utilizes an international curriculum that affords the opportunity for acceleration and enrichment. Cambridge gives schools a flexible framework for developing skills and understanding in English, mathematics, science, and Cambridge Global Perspectives. These skills prepare students for the college level coursework they will be exposed to as they progress to high school.

Preferred Criteria

Students who demonstrate the following academic achievements are well prepared for the rigor of the program: 

3.0 GPA or higher.

Advanced or accelerated coursework in at least two core subject areas, including Algebra 1.

Level 3 or higher performance in both English Language Arts and Math assessments.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements 

Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered for admission: 

2.75 GPA or higher.

Algebra 1 completed or participation in an approved acceleration plan.

Level 3 or higher performance in both English Language Arts and Math assessments.

One Level 2 assessment score may be considered if all other requirements are met.

Additional Information for Families

All students interested must apply to be a part of the Lower Secondary utilizing the Pasco Pathways School Choice Application.

Students transferring from a homeschool program, private school, or a school outside of Pasco County Schools must provide transcripts showing their current grades and assessment scores. Applications that do not include this documentation cannot be considered and will be declined.

Students attending a school that does not offer advanced or accelerated coursework will be considered based on the most rigorous courses available at their school.

The AICE program of study offers students one of the most enriching and rigorous college preparatory programs in the world. After completing at least one course in each of the three academic areas, and the required Global Perspectives course, students have the flexibility to choose a course of study that best meets their abilities and interests. Students also have the option of taking AICE courses and their subsequent exams to earn college credits without applying for the AICE diploma.

The Florida Legislature has identified AICE as a graduation option and acceleration mechanism through which students can be awarded up to 45 hours of college credit at all public universities and colleges in Florida. Students earning the AICE Diploma qualify for the Florida Academic Scholars, Bright Futures Scholarship and are waived from the minimum GPA and SAT/ACT requirements.

Preferred Criteria

Students who demonstrate the following academic achievements are well prepared for the rigor of the program: 

3.0 GPA or higher.

Advanced or accelerated coursework in at least two core subject areas, including Algebra 1.

Level 3 or higher performance in both English Language Arts and Math assessments.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements 

Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered for admission: 

2.75 GPA or higher.

Algebra 1 completed or participation in an approved acceleration plan.

Level 3 or higher performance in both English Language Arts and Math assessments.

One Level 2 assessment score may be considered if all other requirements are met.

Additional Information for Families

All students interested must apply to be a part of the AICE Diploma Programme utilizing the Pasco Pathways School Choice Application.

Students applying after 9th grade will be individually reviewed to determine whether they can meet the requirements of the diploma program.

Students transferring from a homeschool program, private school, or a school outside of Pasco County Schools must provide transcripts showing their current grades and assessment scores. Applications that do not include this documentation cannot be considered and will be declined.

Students attending a school that does not offer advanced or accelerated coursework will be considered based on the most rigorous courses available at their school.