What is IB?

International Baccalaureate What is International Baccalaureate? The International Baccalaureate, or IB, is a challenging and well-rounded programme of education for 3-19-year-old students. It’s an internationally recognised course, followed by students around the world. Until recently in the UK it was only taught in a minority of independent schools, but is now an option in some state schools too. It’s currently on offer at 190 schools across the UK. The IB has been established since 1968. It focuses on the total growth of the developing child, touching hearts as well as minds and encompassing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs in addition to academic development. The IB draws on research and best practice from a range of national systems with a wealth of knowledge and experience from international schools to create a relevant, engaging, challenging and significant educational framework for all children. Types of International Baccalaureate The IB continuum of international education is unique because of its academic and personal rigour, challenging students to excel in their studies and in their personal growth: •The IB Primary Years Programme, for students aged 3 to 12, focuses on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both in the classroom and in the world outside. •The IB Middle Years Programme, for students aged 11 to 16, provides a framework of academic challenge that encourages students to embrace and understand the connections between traditional subjects and the real world, and become critical and reflective thinkers. •The IB Diploma Programme, for students aged 16 to 19, is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final examinations that prepares students for success at university and beyond. •The IB Career-related Certificate, for students aged 16 to 19, is the newest offering from the IB. The IBCC incorporates the vision and educational principles of the IB Programmes into a unique offering specifically designed for students who wish to engage in career-related learning. Reference list: About the International Baccalaureate® (2005-2013). © International Baccalaureate Organization. http:/ /www.ibo.org/general/who.cfm What is IB? http://www.whatisib.com/ Wikipedia. International Baccalaureate. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Baccalaureate