The steps to becoming an IB World School
Close to 850 schools offer 1094 IB Programmes in our region and we welcome your interest in joining them.
To learn more about the application process simply go to the relevant page below where you will find all the documents you need.
The documents contain information specific to the Africa, Europe, Middle East region concerning the process to become an IB World School and the fees involved.
Authorization processes
If your school is considering authorization for an IB programme, we recommend you read the Guide to School Authorization for the programme you are considering.
You can download this chart which will give you an overview of the authorization process
Follow the links here for details on how to offer each programme
Programme evaluation for IB World Schools
Programme evaluation is both a requirement and a service provided by the International Baccalaureate Organization to IB World Schools. The aim is for the IB to ensure on a regular basis that the standards and practices of the programme are being maintained. The date of the 1st evaluation is counted 5 years (MYP and DP) or 4 years (PYP) from the date of the authorization letter. For IB World Schools who have already been evaluated, the date of the evaluation is counted 5 years from the date of the previous evaluation. Please note that IBAEM has set deadlines for the submission of the self-study, depending on the date of the evaluation visit (PYP and MYP) or when your DP evaluation is due.
Orientation seminar, London 21 Feb 2012
Presentations available here
We are very supportive of those academies that choose to offer the IB curriculum"
Nick Gibb MP
Minister of State for Schools
Hansard, House of Commons,
10 Jan 2011
Regional Fees
Regional Fees 2011-2012
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Useful Links
IB mission statement
The IB is motivated by a mission to create a better world through education. >more
IB Learner Profile
A set of ideals that can inspire, motivate and focus the work of schools and teachers. >more
IB standards and practices
A set of criteria that measures success in the implementation of the three programmes. >more
Workshops and conferences
Find out what's happening where and register. >more
