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Decision guide

Edexcel vs GES: which track is right for your child?

A clear, side-by-side comparison of our two active curriculum tracks to help you decide with confidence.

The two tracks at a glance

Crystal Heights offers two tracks, Pearson Edexcel (international) and GES (national), side by side, so you can choose the right path for your child.

Pearson Edexcel (International)

CHIS's frontier international identity, globally recognized Pearson Edexcel qualifications, externally moderated at every stage.

  • iPrimary (5–11)
  • International Lower Secondary (11–14)
  • International GCSE (14–16)
  • International A-Level (16–18)

Assessment: Pearson Edexcel international examinations, externally moderated

Pathways: Direct entry to leading universities worldwide

Ghana Education Service (National)

The national track, serving local families within the GES curriculum framework.

  • Pre-School
  • Primary
  • Junior High School (JHS)
  • Senior High School (SHS)

Assessment: BECE (JHS) and WASSCE (SHS)

Pathways: Ghanaian tertiary institutions and regional universities

Pearson Edexcel vs Ghana Education Service curriculum comparison
Attribute Pearson Edexcel GES
Identity International National
Recognition Global Ghana / West Africa
Senior assessment International GCSE → International A-Level WASSCE
Boarding Day Day & Boarding
Best for Families targeting global university pathways Families seeking the national curriculum with a premium school experience

Note: CHIS positions Pearson Edexcel as its frontier international identity, with GES as the national-track option (DEC-008).

Common questions

Choosing a track

Which curriculum tracks does Crystal Heights offer?
Crystal Heights offers two tracks: Pearson Edexcel (the international track, from iPrimary through International A-Level) and the Ghana Education Service national track (Pre-School through SHS).
What are the school fees at Crystal Heights?
Fees are provided on enquiry and are priced by stage and track (with SHS priced by programme). Tuition is termly across three terms per academic year; boarding is optional at every level and includes feeding. Request the current schedule through the enquiry form, by phone, or on WhatsApp and an admissions advisor will send the figures for your child's stage.
Is boarding available?
Yes. Boarding is available at every level of the school, with comprehensive student services and pastoral care.

Still deciding?

Our admissions team can walk you through both tracks based on your child's goals.

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