About the IB Programme at ISB
About the IB Programme at ISB
The International Baccalaureate
The International Baccalaureate (IB) offers internationally acclaimed academic programmes recognised at top universities around the world and in 142 countries.
International School Brescia is proud to be a fully authorised continuum school and offer three IB programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3 to 11, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16 to 19.
The IB Learner Profile underpins everything we do and helps students become responsible global citizens.
The IB excels over other curricula enabling students to:
- Be encouraged to think independently and drive their own learning.
- Take part in programmes of education that can lead them to some of the highest ranking universities around the world.
- Become more culturally aware, through the development of a second language.
- Be able to engage with people in an increasingly globalised, rapidly changing world*.
Benefits of an IB Education
Diploma Programe
(DP)
Middle Years Programme
(MYP)
Primary Years Programe
(PYP)
ISB Grades and Equivalents
Students are assigned to classes based on age and academic performance following an admissions meeting with the Head of School.
| PROGRAMME | ISB GRADE | AGE | EQUIVALENT IN THE ITALIAN SYSTEM | EQUIVALENT IN THE USA SYSTEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Years (PYP) | Kindergarten | 3 | Scuola dell’infanzia | PYP Early Years – KG1 |
| Transition | 4 | Scuola dell’infanzia | PYP Early Years – KG2 | |
| Grade 1 | 5 | Scuola dell’infanzia | PYP Early Years – Transition | |
| Grade 2 | 6 | 1° anno Scuola Primaria | PYP1 | |
| Grade 3 | 7 | 2° anno Scuola Primaria | PYP2 | |
| Grade 4 | 8 | 3° anno Scuola Primaria | PYP3 | |
| Grade 5 | 9 | 4° anno Scuola Primaria | PYP4 | |
| Grade 6 (Exhibition) | 10 | 5° anno Scuola Primaria | PYP5 | |
| Middle Years (MYP) | Grade 7 | 11 | 1° anno Scuola Secondaria di primo grado | MYP1 |
| Grade 8 | 12 | 2° anno Scuola Secondaria di primo grado | MYP2 | |
| Grade 9 | 13 | 3° anno Scuola Secondaria di primo grado – Esame di Stato 1° livello | MYP3 | |
| Grade 10 | 14 | 1° anno di Scuola Secondaria di secondo grado | MYP4 | |
| Grade 11 (Final MYP Certificate) | 15 | 2° anno di Scuola Secondaria di secondo grado | MYP5 | |
| Diploma (DP) | Grade 12 | 16 | 3° anno di Scuola Secondaria di secondo grado | DP1 |
| Grade 13 (Final IB Diploma) | 17 | 4° anno di Scuola Secondaria di secondo grado | DP2 |
Inquirers
Developing our natural curiosity while attaining the skills to conduct inquiry, research our interests, and show independence of thought.
Knowledgeable
Acquiring understanding of concepts, ideas and issues (both local and global) across a wide range of disciplines.
Thinkers
Taking the initiative by approaching complex problems both critically and creatively and by making ethical, reasoned decisions.
Communicators
Working to confidently and creatively express ideas, feelings and information individually and collaboratively in two or more languages.
Principled
Developing a sense of fairness and justice and a respect for human dignity by acting with integrity and honesty.
Open-Minded
Understanding and appreciating the perspectives, values and traditions of others while valuing one’s own.
Caring
Demonstrating a commitment to service by showing empathy, respect and compassion toward others and the environment.
Risk-Takers
Defending beliefs with forethought and courage while confronting new roles and unfamiliar situations with boldness and independence.
Balanced
Achieving a sense of intellectual, emotional and physical well-being that supports an even balance for the self and others.
Reflective
Showing thoughtfulness and consideration toward each learning experience while assessing personal strengths and limitations in order to grow and achieve.
IB Learner Profile
Successful students with an international education exhibit a number of desired attributes and dispositions that are articulated in the International Baccalaureate Learner Profile.