Teaching & Learning.
How learning works — from your first introduction to the IB programmes through to graduation pathways, assessment, and the support along the way.
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Introduction to the Middle Years Programme (MYP)
Introduction to the Middle Years Programme (MYP)
The Middle Years Programme (MYP) is the IB framework for students in Grades 6–10.
Please find the DIA Introduction to the MYP presentation here.
Introduction to the Diploma Programme (DP)
Introduction to the Diploma Programme (DP)
The Diploma Programme (DP) is the IB's internationally recognized curriculum for Grades 11–12, respected by universities worldwide.
Please find the DIA Introduction to the DP presentation here.
Structure
Structure
Middle School
Middle School
Middle School covers Grades 6–8, the first three years of the MYP. This is a deliberate transition stage — students move from the close, single-classroom feel of Primary toward greater independence, while still benefiting from strong advisory support.
Each grade level has dedicated Homeroom Advisors who track their wellbeing and academic progress across all subjects.
Students begin managing multiple teachers, a rotating schedule, and more independent organization.
High School
High School
Grades 9–12 make up High School. Grades 9–10 complete the final years of the MYP, while Grades 11–12 move into the DP or an alternative graduation pathway (see presentation) This is also when university and career planning begins in earnest.
Subject and pathway selection counseling starts in Grade 9, ahead of DP enrollment.
University counseling support begins formally in Grade 11, however students in Grades 9 & 10 are invited to participate in college/university fairs, work placements and internships
The IB Learner Profile is essentially the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21st century. It is a set of 10 characteristics or traits that all at IB schools strive to develop.
The Learner Profile is central to all IB programmes, and the attributes are taught and nurtured within units of work in both the MYP and the DP, as well as reflected by all stakeholders of the school at all times, including teachers and other staff.
The Approaches to Learning skills (ATLs) are linked closely to the attributes highlighted in the IB Learner Profile. The ATLs are the skills deemed crucial for success for IB students in school and in life, now and into the future. These ATL skills are grouped into five skills clusters: communication, social, self-management, research and thinking skills.
Through the ATLs, students develop skills that have relevance across the curriculum and that help them “learn how to learn”. Students learn about themselves as learners and develop self-knowledge and skills they need to enjoy a lifetime of learning.
ATL skills are focused on within subject specific units as well as during Homeroom periods every morning.
The MYP curriculum overviews can be accessed at the links below:
The DP subject course outlines can be accessed at the links below:
The Language Policy acknowledges and recognizes the role and responsibilities of different stakeholders in language development and the promotion of multilingualism both within and outside school.
DIA implements a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for enrolled learners. This framework provides students with different levels of academic, English Language Learning (ELL), extended learning, behavioral, and social emotional support dependent on their needs. Please ask us to see the Student Services Policy, should you feel your child requires additional supports.
Please read and familiarize yourself with student academic integrity requirements for Secondary students here.
To understand how assessment, examinations, supplementary assessments, and extended learning (homework) is implemented at DIA, please find the policies here:
The DIA Library is open from:
7.40 am - 4.00 pm (Mondays, Wednesdays to Fridays)
7.40 am - 1.00 pm (Tuesdays)
To view books in the library: OPAC System
Parents/Guardians may borrow, too! Interested parents/guardians should come to the library to set up an account.
Parents/Guardians are welcome to join assemblies on Friday afternoons at 1.55pm
Every term, each grade level goes on at least one field trip related to what we are studying.
A Certification Tour is a longer trip that is more than one night and two days. Students get to experience situations related to their studies and learn in real-life situations. This is for students in Grades 4 to 11. Each certification tour results in a recognised certification in one of the following areas : Health and Wellness, Athletics and Physical Performance, Environment and STEM/digital skills, Creativity and Arts, Leadership, Service and Outdoor Education, or Languages and Global Communication
The Student Council is an organization made up of students sharing the life of the school. The Student Council is representative of elected DIA students. The purpose of this council is to reflect DIA's Guiding Statements through respectful, open-minded communication and collaboration. The Student Council is the voice of the student body that supports students to develop leadership skills that lead to meaningful action by promoting student agency that ensures choice and voice through service-learning. As stated in DIA’s Global Citizenship definition, the Student Council is a group that learns skills to plan and advocate action, for being open-minded & tolerant, and learn skills for building partnerships with local and global organizations.
Students will be introduced on how to run for the Student Council as well as the roles and responsibilities in the first assembly of the academic year.
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