Application Process

Anyone interested in the IB program is invited to watch the following information videos and complete the applicable Online Application found below.  If you have any additional questions, please email the IB Coordinator, Michael Keeley, at michael.keeley@abbyschools.ca.

IB Information Video

Pre-Diploma Information Video (Abbotsford Middle School Applicants)  

Note:  No Recommendations will be Needed by Abbotsford Middle School Teachers

The Key Dates For The 2023/2024 Intake Are As Follows:  

1. January 9, 2023:  Online IB Application is available 

   1. 1. 1. 1. 1. IB Diploma Programme is open to all Abbotsford students beginning in grade 11

2. February 1, 2023:  Abby Sr Registration Packages and Out of Catchment Forms will be accepted to Counselling Department.

   1. 1. 1. 1. Any student applying from outside the Abby Sr catchment must include a completed Out of Catchment or Out of District Form

            2. To be considered for the programme students must have a minimum cumulative B average and exceptional work habits and behaviour.

            3. Students accepted from out of catchment and out of district must successfully complete a minimum of three (3) IB courses per year.

3. March 27, 2023: Student and Parent Questionnaire will be e-mailed to all applicants.  Must be completed by Friday, April 14.

4. April 17, 2023:  Teacher Questionnaire e-mailed to all referees, if needed.  Must be completed by Thursday, April 27.

5. May 8, 2023:  Applicants will be notified as to whether their application has been approved, denied, or deferred to a waitlist.