The International Baccalaureate
in stembridge
in stembridge
Stembridge is a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) and pursuing authorization as an IB World School.
*Only schools authorized by the International Baccalaureate can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP) or the IB Career-related Certificate (IBCC). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.
*Only schools authorized by the International Baccalaureate can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP) or the IB Career-related Certificate (IBCC). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is an international training program. International Baccalaureate Diplomas are accepted by most of the leading universities in Europe, the USA, and the UK.
IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to improve the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high quality programmes of international education
that share a powerful vision.
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
that share a powerful vision.
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
Advantage of the IB
- Modern teaching practicesIB Schools use modern, person-centered teaching practices. Students learn to think critically, conduct research, reason, interact.
- International recognitionWith an International Baccalaureate diploma, most of the leading universities in the world do not need additional entrance exams.
- MobilityMore than 5,000 IB schools are located in 141 countries around the world, which allows you to continue your education almost anywhere.
- ChoiceThe student selects subjects that he studies at the standard and advanced levels. Thus, you can concentrate on what is really interesting and important for a particular student.
- BalanceThe DP is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education.
It addresses the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of students. - Compatibility with Belarusian curriculumGraduates can receive both diplomas: both in the Belarusian program and in the international one.
Training takes place in English. The Diploma Programme (DP) curriculum is made up of 6 subject groups
▸Mathematics
▸Studies in Language and Literature
▸Sciences
▸Individuals and Societies
▸The Arts
▸Foreing languages
and the DP core, comprising
▸Theory of knowledge (TOK)
▸Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
▸The extended essay
Graduates of IB schools take internal as well as external examinations, which are examined by independent experts from Switzerland. This ensures the recognition of the graduate at the international level, regardless of the school. In addition, they write a compulsory diploma thesis based on their educational interests.
▸Mathematics
▸Studies in Language and Literature
▸Sciences
▸Individuals and Societies
▸The Arts
▸Foreing languages
and the DP core, comprising
▸Theory of knowledge (TOK)
▸Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
▸The extended essay
Graduates of IB schools take internal as well as external examinations, which are examined by independent experts from Switzerland. This ensures the recognition of the graduate at the international level, regardless of the school. In addition, they write a compulsory diploma thesis based on their educational interests.
Who is IB suitable for?
IB Schools are focused on a high level of education and the use of effective practices confirmed by research
Quality
Families who would like to provide their children with a high international level education in their country without leaving for foreign boarding schools.
Opportunities
Students who want to be able to get two diplomas: Belarusian and International.
Flexibility
Families that move a lot. A student of the IB school can continue their studies in almost any country in the world without any particular barrier.
More information about the program
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- From September 2021, Stembridge is a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and pursuing authorization as an IB World School. Enrollment for the IB DP (Diploma Program) program for grade 9 graduates is underway starting from the 2022/2023 academic year.
*In a case of successful authorization. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. Only schools authorized by the International Baccalaureate can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP) or the IB Career-related Certificate (IBCC). - What is a language training program?According to the current IB Language Policy the training program can be taken place in three languages: English, French and Spanish. The International Baccalaureate program in Stembridge is taught* in English.
*In a case of successful authorization as an IB World School. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. - For studying under the IB program, knowledge of English at a level not lower than B2 at the end of grade 9 and dedication are important.
- What is the admission procedure?Upon admission to school, the student and his or her parents (guardians, guardians) are invited to an interviews. Students choose subjects at an advanced level and discuss the educational path in advance.
- What are the differences between secondary schools of the Republic of Belarus and IB?The International Baccalaureate and Stembridge School are fundamentally concerned with the integrity of education. Compliance with its principles is governed by the Academic Honesty Policy.
- Is the individualized approach used in the school?Individualization of learning is the basis of IB learning, starting from students' choice of subjects to study, ending with special attention and support from the school to students with special educational needs (SEN), both gifted and limited in one way or another.
- Are there any differences between evaluation policy in secondary schools of the Republic of Belarus and IB?The International Baccalaureate Assessment Program provides a 7-point scale of achievement assessment while National evaluation requirements include a 10-point scale. If the programs are combined, the results obtained within the framework of the Diploma program are converted by the teacher into a 10-point scale in accordance with the recommendations of the policy and the grade descriptors in the educational system of the Republic of Belarus.
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