What is IB?

(International Baccalaureate Curriculum)

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum is a globally recognized education program designed to develop curious, knowledgeable, and caring students. This world-wide framework uses Units of Inquiry to help students assume ownership for their learning within a rigorous curriculum.

The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. The IB offers a continuum of programs for students ages 3–19 and is valued by universities worldwide for preparing students for academic success and global citizenship.

What is IB PYP?

What makes PYP schools unique is “how” students are taught, versus “what” students are taught.  IB PYP schools strive to develop internationally-minded students who are able to understand themselves and others, fostering the attributes necessary to thrive within a global society.  The PYP focuses on the development of the whole child as an engaged inquirer, demonstrating ownership for their learning both in and outside of the classroom. In the PYP classroom, learning is concept based rather than topic based, taking place through a Transdisciplinary lens.  PYP Teachers also teach students multiple  Approaches to Learning, so that students are equipped with the skills essential to becoming lifelong learners. 

What is IB MYP?

The MYP is a challenging framework that encourages students to make practical connections between their studies and the real world.

The MYP is a five-year programme, which can be implemented in a partnership between schools, or in several abbreviated (two, three or four year) formats. Students who complete the MYP are well-prepared to undertake the IB Diploma Programme (DP) or Career-related Programme (CP).

As IB learners, we strive towards 10 attributes we call IB Learner Profiles.

Communicators

We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.

Balanced

We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives- intellectual, physical, and emotional to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize our inderdependence with other people and the world in which we live.

Risk-Takers

We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourcesful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.

Caring

We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and the world around us.

Thinkers

We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.

Knowledgeable

We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.

Inquirers

We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

Open-Minded

We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.

Reflective

We thoughtfully consider our world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.

Principled

We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.