A Malaysian National Curriculum offered by the Ministry of Education (MOE) with Malay language as the main language of instruction for learning. The new curriculum known as KSSR Revised (Kurikulum Standard Sekolah Rendah Semakan) will be replacing the old curriculum (KSSR) starting in 2017. The aim of the new curriculum revised by MOE is to equip learners with 21st Century skills with higher order thinking skills, molding leaders for tomorrow and the ability to use bilingual in their daily life. All these are to prepare the nation for global competition to succeed in the world today. Learners will follow the curriculum for six years from Primary One to Primary Six. Primary Four to Primary Six learners need to sit for the final test of the academic session (UASA). It is a school-level test that is carried out as part of the summative PBD at the end of the academic calendar. UASA is to test the cognitive level of students, not to compare performance or achievements between students, schools, districts and states.The subjects tested are Malay Language, English Language, Science, Mathematics and Sejarah. The aim of the primary level education is to equip learners with a strong foundation of language, science knowledge, mathematics skills and other supporting subjects that are in line with the goals of the National philosophy of Education which seeks to optimise the intellectual, emotional and spiritual potential of pupils.
The Malaysian National Curriculum, known as the Standard Curriculum for Secondary Schools (Kurikulum Standard Sekolah Menengah or KSSM), was introduced in 2017, guiding students through a comprehensive five-year educational journey from Form One to Form Five.
Lower secondary students (Form One to Form Three) take the Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik (UASA), while upper secondary students (Form Four and Form Five) prepare for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM). The curriculum focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects like mathematics, science, and humanities, equipping students with essential knowledge and skills to navigate an increasingly complex world. Through this holistic approach, students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love for learning.
While Malay serves as the primary language of instruction in the KSSM curriculum, there's also a significant emphasis on English proficiency. The curriculum adopts the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) to assess and enhance students' English language skills across listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Additionally, Sekolah Menengah Paragon is certified under the Dual Language Programme (DLP), where Mathematics and Science subjects are taught in English.
Ultimately, the KSSM Curriculum aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals who possess not only academic excellence but also the necessary skills, values, and attitudes to excel in an ever-changing society.
