Primary Years Programme
The PYP marks the start of a lifelong journey. It develops caring and culturally aware children aged 3 – 12 to become active participants in their own learning.
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Middle Years Programme Middle Years Programme
Building a solid academic foundation, the MYP develops students’ confidence in managing their own learning and making connections between their learning in the classroom and the real world.
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Diploma Programme Diploma Programme
A future-ready programme that builds students’ inquiring mindset, fosters their desire to learn, and prepares them to excel at their careers and lead meaningful lives.
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Career-related Programme Career-related Programme
A unique programme for students in their final school years. It equips them with future-ready skills and prepares them to follow their career pathways—combining academic subjects with their own professional interests.
Latest news
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IB Day of Service breaks records in Arizona
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The IB prepares to release Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) students’ examination results
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IB Day New York highlighted education’s impact at first ever US event
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IB launches first indigenous language subject within the Diploma Programme in the US
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IB Director General receives educational award in Egypt
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Budapest Welcomes IB Global Conference 2024 in Africa, Europe, and Middle East Region
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IB Director General strengthens educational collaboration with ICESCO member countries
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IB and TAFE Queensland Build New Partnership in Australia
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5 Lessons Learned from DP Online at Dwight Global Online School
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IB students from Florida lead national campaign to advocate for vulnerable youth
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IB Day Central America and Caribbean Comes to Panama
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IB’s Festival of Hope and UN International School host youth summit
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The Diploma Programme Online – 5 Takeaways
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New global poll reveals IB student perceptions on AI and climate change
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IB enhances assessment procedures for November 2024 exams
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Middle Years Programme (MYP) students receive their results
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IB launches new pilot course with UWCSEA for August 2024
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ACE endorses university credit for IB Standard Level subjects
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Washington DC Hosts Next IB Global Conference 2024
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New IB research reports on fostering inclusive excellence in the United States
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IB signs three new agreements in the Republic of Korea
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IB partnership with Knox County Schools marks $1 million commitment to global education
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IB students worldwide receive their results
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The IB prepares to release Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) students’ examination results
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New approval in Pakistan streamlines MYP experience
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The IB announces the Global Youth Action Fund 2024 winners
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Educators collaborate and share at IberoAmerica Conference in Bogota
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The IB celebrates first IberoAmerica Conference in Bogota
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The IB and Cognia announce strategic alliance for accreditation and evaluation
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The IB and University of the People renew scholarship programme
Become an IB World School
Learn how to become an IBWSWith over 5,000 IB World Schools (IBWS) worldwide, our global school community develops well-rounded, caring, knowledgeable and self-motivated students. Joining the IB gives schools an international reputation for excellence and quality.
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Facts and figures about the IB
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1,950,000 students
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5,800 schools
5,800schools
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162 countries
162countries
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Join the IB community
The IB is globally renowned worldwide for excellence. Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, parent or student, there are many ways you can join us and become an important part of that excellence.
The beauty of the IB is that it’s a global education community. All schools around the world face the same challenges, enjoy the same benefits and can connect with one another.
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Read the research
The IB works closely with university researchers from around the world to conduct studies in the development, quality assurance, and impact assessment of IB programmes and services.
Online school resources
Explore learning, teaching and support resources developed primarily for our IB global community of schools and educators.
Upcoming events and workshops worldwide
Explore upcoming events and professional development workshops for educators and school leaders
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IBAP Virtual PYP, MYP, DP, CP & IB Education Workshops in September 2024, (SGT) GMT +8:00
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IBAP PYP, MYP, DP, IB Education & IB Leadership Workshops in Bangkok, Thailand - September 2024
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IBAP PYP, MYP, DP & IB Education Workshops in Singapore - October 2024
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IBAP Virtual PYP, MYP & DP Workshops in October 2024, (ACDT) GMT +10:30