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The International Baccalaureate offers an international educational programme common for all member countries. The IB programme incorporates best expertise in school education of member countries. The International Baccalaureate is not a substitute for national educational system, but invigorates learning and teaching, and transforms school community and culture.
The International Baccalaureate offers four educational programmes:
- for preschool children and primary school students aged 3 to 12 (PYP);
- for middle school students aged 11 to 16 (MYP);
- diploma programme for high school students aged 16 to18 (DP).
- career-related programme for students aged 16-19 (CP).
Our school is authorized for all three International Baccalaureate programs: PYP, MYP and DP.
In order to obtain the membership of IBO, an educational institution must share IB philosophy that comply with high academic, social and technical standards.
The aim of all IB programmes is for students to develop and demonstrate international-mindedness. It is a multifaceted concept that captures a way of thinking, being and acting. Internationally minded students are open to others and to the world, and are cognizant of our deep interconnectedness (IB 2017).
The attributes of the learner profile represent a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that encompass intellectual, personal, emotional and social growth. The development and demonstration of these attributes are foundational to students becoming internationally minded, active and caring community members who respect themselves, others and the world around them.
What are these Learner profile attributes?
The International School of Nur-Sultan strives to develop students as:
| Inquirer | They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives. |
| Knowledgeable | They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines. |
| Thinker | They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions. |
| Communicator | They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. |
| Principled | They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them. |
| Open-minded | They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience. |
| Caring | They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment. |
| Risk-taking | They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs. |
| Balanced | They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others. |
| Reflective – | They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development. |
(Making the PYP happen, IBO, 2009)
For more information, please refer to the website of International Baccalaureate ibo.org
