About International Baccalaureate (IB)
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a global leader in international education with a
mission to develop
inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful
world through
education that builds intercultural understanding and respect.
The IB programmes empower school-aged students to take ownership in their own learning and help them develop future-ready skills to make a difference and thrive in a world that changes fast. The IB gives students distinct advantages by building their critical thinking skills, nurturing their curiosity and their ability to solve complex problems
The IB offers a continuum of international education through four challenging, high quality educational programmes to students aged 3 to 19. The four programmes develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who are motivated to succeed. These programmes are designed to develop well-rounded individuals who can respond to today’s challenges with optimism and an open mind. Below is a short information about the four programmes.
The IB programmes empower school-aged students to take ownership in their own learning and help them develop future-ready skills to make a difference and thrive in a world that changes fast. The IB gives students distinct advantages by building their critical thinking skills, nurturing their curiosity and their ability to solve complex problems
The IB offers a continuum of international education through four challenging, high quality educational programmes to students aged 3 to 19. The four programmes develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who are motivated to succeed. These programmes are designed to develop well-rounded individuals who can respond to today’s challenges with optimism and an open mind. Below is a short information about the four programmes.
The IB 2020 Programme Standards and Practices are organized into four
overarching categories
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Purposecaptures the school’s philosophy, mission, strategy and values -
Environmentincludes the school’s physical, digital and human resources -
Culturearticulates school policies and how they are implemented -
Learningidentifies outcomes that result from each school’s purpose, environment and culture coming together
International Baccalaureate programmes
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1offered since 1997Primary Years ProgrammeThe PYP marks the start of a lifelong journey. It develops caring and culturally aware children aged 3 – 12 to become active participants in their own learning.learn more
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2offered since 1994Middle Years ProgrammeBuilding a solid academic foundation for students aged 12-16, the MYP develops their confidence in managing their own learning and making connections between their learning in the classroom and the real world.learn more
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3offered since 1968Diploma ProgrammeA future-ready programme that builds 16-19 years old students’ inquiring mindset, fosters their desire to learn and prepares them to excel at their careers and lead meaningful lives.learn more
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4offered since 2012Career-related ProgrammeA unique programme for 16-19 years old students in their final school years, the CP equips them with future-ready skills and prepares them to follow their career pathways - combining academic subjects with their own professional interests.learn more
For over 50 years, these four programmes provide a solid, consistent framework and the flexibility to
tailor students’ education according to their culture and context.
They also enable teachers to develop resilient, self-motivated young people who have the knowledge, skills, and sense of purpose they need to thrive throughout their lives and contribute to making the world a better place.
The number of IB World schools increases rapidly. For up to date information, please follow the link of Facts and Figures
The IB World Schools implement curriculum in accordance with the IB 2020 Programme Standards and Practices framework. This framework encourages improvement and innovation, emphasizes each school’s unique character and community, celebrates each school’s context, and provides greater flexibility to design the learning environment that works best for each school community.
The number of IB World schools increases rapidly. For up to date information, please follow the link of Facts and Figures
The IB World Schools implement curriculum in accordance with the IB 2020 Programme Standards and Practices framework. This framework encourages improvement and innovation, emphasizes each school’s unique character and community, celebrates each school’s context, and provides greater flexibility to design the learning environment that works best for each school community.
For over 50 years, these four programmes provide a solid, consistent framework and the flexibility to
tailor students’ education according to their culture and context.
They also enable teachers to develop resilient, self-motivated young people who have the knowledge, skills, and sense of purpose they need to thrive throughout their lives and contribute to making the world a better place.
The number of IB World schools increases rapidly. For up to date information, please follow the link of Facts and Figures
The number of IB World schools increases rapidly. For up to date information, please follow the link of Facts and Figures