What Are Cambridge Primary Checkpoint Exams?

Cambridge Primary Checkpoint exams are international assessments taken at the end of Primary Stage 6 (Year 6). They are part of the Cambridge International curriculum and are used by schools worldwide to measure student progress in Mathematics, Science, English, and English as a Second Language.

Using Primary Checkpoint past papers helps students become familiar with the exam format, question styles, and marking criteria before sitting the actual assessment.

Why Use Checkpoint Past Papers for Practice?

• Understand the structure of Cambridge Checkpoint exams
• Practice real exam-style questions from previous years
• Improve time management and exam confidence
• Learn how marks are awarded using official mark schemes
• Identify strengths and areas that need improvement

How to Use These Checkpoint Past Papers Effectively

1. Choose one subject (Maths, Science, or English)
2. Attempt the paper under timed exam conditions
3. Check answers using the mark scheme
4. Review mistakes and revise weak topics
5. Repeat the process with another past paper

Parents and teachers can also use these papers to monitor progress and guide revision.

Study Tips and Checklist for Checkpoint Exams

• ✔ Practice at least one Checkpoint past paper per subject
• ✔ Review mark schemes carefully
• ✔ Revise key syllabus topics regularly
• ✔ Improve handwriting and answer presentation
• ✔ Manage exam time effectively
• ✔ Read each question carefully before answering