Ages 16 to 18

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (IBDP)

One of the top International Baccalaureate (IB) schools in Dubai, our IB Diploma delivers a truly holistic education that fosters exceptional success. Our students immerse themselves in specialist subject areas, enjoy skill-building service and activity opportunities, and ‘learn how to learn’. Graduating as culturally aware, confident global changemakers, our young people go on to achieve great things at the world’s top universities.
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our ib diploma PROGRAMME 

Our two-year IB Diploma is an academically challenging and rewarding qualification, highly prized by the best universities worldwide.

The IB Diploma is recognised as the gold standard of international education, offering a balanced experience that educates the whole student. It provides opportunities for our learners to challenge themselves at a high level and excel academically. It also develops their confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills, as well as deepening their understanding of the world around them.


The IB Diploma offers choice and flexibility, too. Studying at our top-rated IB school in Dubai, your child will choose the specialist subjects, Extended Essay topic, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) activities they follow, designed around their strengths, language preferences, and long-term ambitions.

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THE IB DIPLOMA EXPLAINED

The IB Diploma has two fundamental strands: specialist subject groups and the core programme.


Your child will study six subject groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and Creative Arts. Three of these groups are taken at higher level and three at standard level.

They’ll also complete the core IB Diploma programme – Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) – to achieve their full Diploma.

The IB core programme:
  • 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 or topic a student is passionate about.
  • Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS): a range of activities that nurture creativity, foster wellbeing, and provide opportunities to contribute to the community.
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  • Secondary

A TYPICAL DAY AT SISD

An SISD education is truly holistic, carefully balancing academic excellence with exceptional opportunities for personal growth, wellbeing, and fun. Here, every student’s day is packed with innovative learning experiences, both in and beyond the classroom. 
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Subject specialists 
In focused classes, our IB Diploma students deep-dive into their chosen subjects, becoming inquisitive, knowledgeable, and highly skilled learners. Breakout sessions in our dedicated common room encourage collaborative group work. 
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SUBJECT SPECIALISTS
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Learning from the experts 
Our IB Careers-related Programme (IBCP) students learn from the best. This includes industry experts, regular guest speakers, and specialist teachers, who inspire our young people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions. 
LEARNING FROM THE EXPERTS
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Acting with purpose 
We encourage our students to learn with purpose, whether it’s organising events through our Student Council, role-modelling UN delegates at our Model United Nations group, or championing the environment through our Sustainability Council. 
ACTING WITH PURPOSE
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Planning for the future 
Our IB learners have big plans – and we make sure they achieve them. Our university fair, supported by top UK and US colleges, gives our young people an expert insight into their options. Our College Counselling Team offers support every step of the way. 
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
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Passion projects 
From quantum physics to climate change, the Extended Essay component of the IB Diploma gives our students the chance to explore the topics they’re passionate about. It’s also the perfect preparation for university research projects and assignment writing. 
PASSION PROJECTS
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The choice is yours 
Chess or water polo? Music performance or creative writing? Or how about joining our Wellbeing Council? Our eclectic after-school activity programme offers so much choice, ensuring everyone ends the day doing what they enjoy.
THE CHOICE IS YOURS
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HOW WE TEACH

A HOLISTIC APPROACH

Our teachers’ International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma experience, passion for languages, and commitment to our BEST values will ensure your child flourishes emotionally, socially, and academically.
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UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS

A PATHWAY TO A BRIGHT FUTURE

One of the top IB schools in Dubai, we educate with the future in mind. Ensuring our students are equipped with the skills, qualities, and knowledge they need to get into – and flourish at – the university of their choice is central to our holistic approach.

With the expert guidance of our College Counselling Team, our students research, plan, and work towards their university ambitions. These long-term plans empower them to shape their own pathway to the course or destination of their dreams. This includes places at top 100 universities like University College London, McGill, and Edinburgh.

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OUR FACILITIES

A WORLD-CLASS LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Designed by the world’s leading architects, our award-winning sustainable campus is home to some of the finest facilities in the Middle East. Your child will feel inspired to learn, create, and move every day, as they excel in light-filled classrooms and thrive in our Olympic-sized pool and spectacular 600-seat auditorium.
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THE GOLD STANDARD OF EDUCATION

Our holistic approach – with its flexible bilingual pathways, all-through International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, and roots in Swiss standards of excellence – offers a truly exceptional education.

OUR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
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