International Baccalaureate

International Baccalaureate (IB) at ISB

The International Baccalaureate is is a globally recognised education that develops curious, confident and independent learners. Beyond the facts, students learn how to think, ask questions, and apply their knowledge in real life. 

Why choosing an IB education for your childThe International Baccalaurate learning goes well beyond academics to truly prepare students for the real world. 

At ISB, the IB helps students:

  • Build confidence by expressing ideas, collaborating and  presenting to an audience

  • Think independently by learning how to delve deep into complex concepts and make connections

  • Develop a global mindset by learning with students from around the world

  • Stay motivated through engaging, real-world learning

  • Prepare for university and beyond with strong academic and life skilll
     

The IB Way of Learning

 

The IB Journey at ISB  At International School Basel, we offer all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, creating a seamless educational journey for students aged 3 – 19.

Building skills for life, not just for school

An IB education focuses not only on what students learn, but who they become.At ISB, students develop the confidence, curiosity and values they need to thrive in school and beyond. These are captured in the IB Learner Profile, a set of qualities we nurture every day in the classroom and beyond

What Students Learn

 

  • Inquirers — How to ask questions, explore ideas and develop a genuine love of learning.
  • Knowledgeable —  Build strong understanding across a wide range of subjects and real-world topics
  • Thinkers — How to analyse, reflect and solve real life problems 
  • Communicators — Express their ideas clearly, work in teams and learn to listen to others
  • Principled — The importance of honesty, fairness and doing the right thing
  • Open-minded — Respect and value different perspectives and cultures 
  • Caring —Develop empathy and a sense of responsibility towards others and the world around them
  • Risk-takers — Try new things, step outside their comfort zone and build resilience
  • Balanced — Combine academic work with wellbeing, sport, creativity and rest.
  • Reflective — Think about their learning, understand their strengths and identify how to improve.

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