What is IB

Global Recognition

IB is recognized by universities worldwide for its rigorous academic standards. It can give students an edge when applying to competitive universities, especially in the US, UK, Canada, and Europe.

Holistic Education

IB focuses not just on academics, but on developing well-rounded individuals. The curriculum includes:

Diploma Program 

• Theory of Knowledge (TOK) – Critical thinking and philosophy

• Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) – Encourages extracurricular engagement

• Extended Essay (EE) – Independent research and academic writing
  
  Career-Related Program 

• Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) - Skills for success

• Community Engagement (CE) - Encourages community involvement

• Reflective Project (RP) - Independent research and problem solving

• Language and Cultural Studies (LCS) - Exploration and international-mindedness

Critical Thinking & Inquiry-Based Learning

IB emphasizes inquiry, reflection, and open-mindedness, helping students become better thinkers and problem solvers—not just good test-takers.

Multilingual Development

Students are required to study at least one additional language, which builds communication skills and cultural awareness.

Strong Preparation for University

IB students often feel more prepared for the workload and expectations of university due to the program’s structure and depth.

Focus on International-Mindedness

IB fosters global awareness, tolerance, and understanding, which is great preparation for living, studying, or working in a multicultural environment.

Skill Development

IB develops a wide range of transferable skills: time management, research, writing, collaboration, and presentation—all crucial for future success.

IB believes that learning "how to learn" is fundamental to a student's education.

IB has five interrelated skills called the IB approaches to learning. These skills aims to empower IB students of all ages to become self-regulated learners who know how to: 

ask good questions

 set effective goals

pursue their aspirations, and

 have the determination to achieve them.

IB hopes these skills will help you feel in control of your own learning and see your learning as an active and dynamic process. 

The approaches are:

thinking skills—including areas such as critical thinking, creative thinking and ethical thinking

research skills—including skills such as comparing, contrasting, validating and prioritizing information

communication skills—including skills such as written and oral communication, effective listening, and formulating arguments

social skills—including areas such as forming and maintaining positive relationships, listening skills, and conflict resolution

self-management skills—including both organizational skills, such as managing time and tasks, and affective skills, such as managing state of mind and motivation.

We offer programmes rather than just subjects because we believe it is important to make connections, explore the relationships between academic disciplines and learn about the world in ways that reach beyond the scope of individual subjects. We also want to offer you authentic opportunities to connect your learning to the world around you.

Even if you are only taking a few IB subjects and not a whole programme, the IB’s approach to teaching will help you think beyond the narrow boundaries of the subject and make links to other ways of thinking.

IB's programmes are not intended just for academically talented students. Typical IB students:

are motivated

enjoy academic challenges

are capable of success in high school academic courses

are committed to putting in the effort necessary for success

are well-rounded, involved in the school and community through sports, arts, and service