November 28th 2017
According to the IB website, “Becoming an IB World School means joining over 4,500 schools worldwide in delivering IB programmes, and becoming part of a community of educators that is growing and developing constantly. The IB’s unique implementation is strengthened through our relationships with schools, governments and international organizations globally.” The authorization process varies by school and IB programme, but typically takes between two and three years. It comprises the following phases:
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Following initial authorization, schools undergo regular re-evaluations to ensure ongoing quality and adherence to IB ethos.
Although we share our framework and philosophy, each school develops their own curriculum surrounding that framework.
When parents are considering an IB school, we suggest they:
- Confirm the status for each program they are interested in;
- Ask how long the school has been offering those authorized programs;
- Ask about the training of the teachers, and whether they also serve as IB trainers or examiners;
- Ask about the language, music, arts, PE, and design programs;
- Ask which classes the school offers in the Diploma Programme;
- Ask what percentage of Diploma Programme (Gr 11-12) students are IB candidates seeking the full diploma;
- Ask how successful the students are at achieving the IB diploma and how many receive certificates;
- Ask what other opportunities exist for students to supplement their IB education (outdoor education, leadership opportunities, international student population, etc).
The International Baccalaureate Programmes are robust and complex in order to meet the needs of our youth. There’s a lot to learn! As part of our weekly newsletter, we include a section highlighting features of the IB Programmes – subscribe today!
For more information, read about our Authorizations and Accreditations here or inquire today.
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