International Baccalaureate

International Talent Academy is International Baccalaureate (IB) World School – authorized for the Diploma Programme (DP).

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.

For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org

The DP community in a global world

To date, more than 1.2 million students worldwide have graduated from the DP. IB students reflect diverse experi- ences and perspectives, attend IB World Schools in 147 countries representing an even broader range of nationalities. . www.ibo.org

IB Diploma Programme

The Diploma Programme (DP) is a two-year international education programme that prepares students age 16–19 years for university and higher ducation. It also prepares students to become creative problem-solvers and lifelong independent thinkers, equipped to succeed in a rapidly changing and increasingly global society.

The DP offers a holistic approach to teaching and learning with a keen focus on developing intercultural awareness. Stu- dents learn to explore and understand the world around them through inquiry, critical thinking and open- mindedness.

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Teaching in DP is based on 6 subject groups:

Language and literature

Individuals and societies

Mathematics

Art

Sciences

Language acquisition

DP Curriculum

IB Learner Profiles

Balanced

We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives – intellectual, physical, and emotional – to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.

Reflective

We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.

Inquirers

We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

Knowledgeable

We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.

Thinkers

We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.

Caring

We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.

Open-minded

We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.

Risk taker

We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.

Communicators

We express ourselves condently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.

Principled

We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.

Why the Diploma Programme?

Parents who want the best possible education for their children choose the DP because it offers:

a challenging academic curriculum that serves as outstanding preparation for university and higher education
a student-centred approach to teaching, focused on developing students intellectually, emotionally physically and socially, as opposed to preparation for test-taking only
a focus on international-mindedness, compassion, and understanding intercultural differences
respected, reliable and world-renowned academic preparation. Universities regularly cite DP students as the best prepared for higher education
DP graduates excel at university and often begin their studies with advanced standing.

Our School Curriculum

At our school, students can choose from a range of subjects offered at two levels:

Higher Level (HL) – take up 240 teaching hours.
Standard Level (SL) – take up 150 teaching hours.

Students will take 3 subjects at higher level (HL) and 3 at standard level (SL). HL and SL subjects differ in scope but are measured according to the same grade descriptors, with students expected to demonstrate a greater body of knowledge, understanding and skills at higher level (ibo.org).

Subjects that we offer:

Group 1: Russian Language and Literature (HL/SL)

Group 2: English B (HL)

Group 3: History (HL/SL), Digital Society (HL/SL), Business Management (HL/SL)

Group 4: Biology (HL/SL), Chemistry (HL/SL), Physics (HL/SL)

Group 5: Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (HL/SL)

Group 6: Visual Arts (HL/SL)

Theory of knowledge (TOK) challenges students to reflect on the nature of knowledge and how we know what we claim to know.

Extended essay introduces students to the demands and rewards of independent work prior to entering university, requiring them to produce a self-directed piece of research in an area of personal interest.

Creativity, activity and service (CAS) is an experien- tial learning component where students engage with a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including community service and athletic options.

Strengths of DP assessment

The IB is committed to testing relevant thinking skills by creating meaningful tasks that allow the student to show their understanding of the subject—not just their memo- ry skills. The IB recognizes the importance of examination results as a passport to university, and jobs and provides a worldwide standard which has retained its value and meaning over many years.

With a strong tradition of tak- ing a principled approach to assessment, the IB diploma offers a range of examinations and internal assessments that give every student the
chance to receive recogni- tion for their individual strengths, including credit where applicable.