Benefits of an IB Education

Students at International Baccalaureate® (IB) World Schools are given a unique, challenging and diverse education.

IB learners are encouraged to think critically and solve complex problems, driving their own learning and becoming a core part of educational programs that can lead them to some of the highest-ranking universities around the world. Additionally, they become more culturally aware through the development of a second language and are able to engage with people in an increasingly globalised, rapidly changing world. IB students often perform better as they develop strong academic, social and emotional characteristics, often outperforming students on other curricula academically.

Benefits of MYP

Being part of an MYP school means students are encouraged to be well-rounded, globally minded people who can make links between subjects to transfer their learning to new contexts. It allows students to
Holistic
Internationally recognised
Inquiry focused
Interdisciplinary
Critical thinking built into frameworks
Encourages international mindedness
Breadth of subjects that continues throughout the programme
Provides a challenge
Provides many independent choices
Great foundation for the IB DP
Personal Project in Year 10

Benefits of DP

The DP encourages students to engage in high levels of academic rigor and develop skills to think critically, communicate carefully and learn ethically. It is great preparation for students looking to go to university, and is widely recognised by Australian Universities and is internationally recognised.
Holistic
Internationally recognised
Requires students to study a breadth of subjects as well as depth
Aligns with elements of the MYP e.g. AtL’s and Learner Profile
Courses meet international standards
Formal recognition for areas students are already completing e.g. CAS.
Good if no specific pathway and unsure what area to go into
Good for those who prefer time to grow into the course, rather than assessment all the way along
Provides a challenge
Provides many independent choices
Highly Trained Teachers - must be DP trained

International Mindedness

North America
Europe
Asia
South America

North America

South America

Europe

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Asia

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Student Exchange Profiles