IB School in Boston, Massachusetts

UPPER HIGH SCHOOL: THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

We’re proud to be one of the leading IB schools in Boston, offering the globally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Regarded as the highest level of achievement students can attain prior to university entrance, the IB Diploma helps our students to stand out on the world stage. The Diploma comprises six subject areas and a core program of study, helping our students gain entry to top higher education institutions worldwide.

THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE AT BIS BOSTON

At our IB school in Boston, we know that no curriculum will prepare your child for the future like the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Widely regarded as the world’s leading pre-university program, the IB Diploma is a comprehensive two-year course that blends intensive academic study with opportunities for personal growth.

Students who have progressed through our school have a strong understanding of their own learning style and are well-prepared to take on the broad and challenging IB Diploma. Other students choose to join the British International School of Boston’s International Baccalaureate Diploma course from another school. Our IBDP gives them an impressive capstone on their High School years, making them more attractive to prestigious universities.

THE IB DIPLOMA SUBJECT GROUPS

All International Baccalaureate students at British International School of Boston choose six IB Diploma subjects, three of which are taken at Higher Level and three at Standard Level.

We offer a broad choice of subjects, which are divided into six categories.

The six International Baccalaureate subject groups are:

Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature.
Group 2: Language Acquisition.
Group 3: Individuals and Societies.
Group 4: Sciences.
Group 5: Mathematics.
Group 6: The Arts.

THE CORE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM

In addition to their chosen IB Diploma subjects, your child will also complete the core IB school program. This is designed to broaden their experience and skills, and prepare them for life at college and beyond.

Theory of Knowledge (ToK): a course that explores critical thinking, giving students an understanding of how we learn.
The Extended Essay: a 4,000-word independent research project focusing on a specific subject.
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS): a range of activities that develop creative skills, enhance wellbeing, and support the community.

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HIGH SCHOOL

A TYPICAL DAY AT BIS BOSTON PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL

Our IB students' days are filled with advanced learning opportunities, as they delve deeper into their specialist subjects and develop the skills to succeed in the future.

SPANISH EXCHANGE

In Spanish class, we’ll practice our skills in peer-review pairs, using a script of questions and the exam expectations to get ready for our oral exams.

ORAL CONVERSATION

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BUSINESS DECISIONS

Returning from our recent field trip to a local factory, in Business Studies, we’ll present our analysis of the production process, marketing, and finances that led to the decision-making we observed in the factory.

OBSERVING AND ANALYZING

PYTHAGORAS’ THEOREM

We discover how to apply Pythagoras’ theorem in our trigonometry unit in math class. We continue to apply the rule to calculating and measuring the sides of similar and congruent shapes.

CALCULATING AND MEASURING

CONTEXTUAL LITERARY ANALYSIS

In English Lit, we succinctly define the contextual factors around John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men using the “Pecha Kucha” technique of creating 20 slides with 20 seconds of commentary, per slide — covering The Dust Bowl to Roosevelt’s New Deal from the 1930s.

CONNECTING HISTORY AND LITERATURE

ROLE-PLAYING HISTORY

We act out history as either a German soldier or woman during a structured “speed-dating” activity, where we show the expectations of the ideal German female during the rule of the Nazi party in the early 1940s.

INTERPRETING AND RE-ENACTING

DISCOVERING PROFESSIONAL TRACKS

During our double period, we’ll participate in BISB’s annual “Careers Carousel” that includes listening to 20 different professionals speak about their work and then meeting one-on-one for 15 minutes each. Their insights help us make decisions about our IB subjects and college aspirations.

CAREERS CAROUSEL

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES

We enjoy participating in or leading different clubs, whether we’re planning our own Model UN Conference or preparing for the “Adventurous Journey” element of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. We can even lead clubs for Lower and Middle School students, like charity or dance activities.

LEADING AND SERVING

MENTORING OTHERS

We can also peer-mentor individual or small groups of Middle School students, helping them navigate some of the exciting areas of growth that are part of adolescence. Meanwhile, we become stronger leaders, using our empathy to understand our mentees’ positions.

GIVING BACK

A PERSONALIZED APPROACH

Our talented International Baccalaureate teachers will be your child’s guide, nurturing their interests, addressing their needs, and ensuring they achieve their goals. Offering expert support and challenge through every step of their learning journey, our outstanding educators will make sure your child excels academically and creates their own pathway to success.

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