Grade 11 & Grade 12

IB Diplomma Programme at St. Dominic's

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) was founded in 1968 subsequently becoming a globally recognised pathway for students aged 16 to 19. At Saint Dominic´s, we have proudly been accredited as a DP school since 1994. As one of the oldest DP schools in the country we have significant experience in delivering a programme that brings out the best in all of our students. To quote the IB, the DP allows us to develop students who:

have excellent breadth and depth of knowledge
flourish physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically
study at least two languages
excel in traditional academic subjects

explore the nature of knowledge through the programme’s unique theory or knowledge course

At Saint Dominic´s, our rigorous approach ensures students are set up for success in the DP and life beyond.

What is the Diploma Programme? – international baccalaureate®. Available at: https://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/what-is-the-dp/ (Accessed: 04 November 2024).

Simon Downing

Diploma Programme Coordinator

The IB Diploma’s philosophy is to provide an education for the whole person, aiming to develop students to have an excellent breadth and depth in knowledge and to provide an environment where students flourish physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically.

The Core Elements

Subject Groups

The IBDP curriculum is made up of six subject groups and important additional features known as the Core Elements. These Core Elements distinguish the IBDP from all other educational programmes. Within the six subject groups, St Dominic’s offers a broad range of subjects to best accommodate students’ needs and preferences.

Language Acquisition

Language and Literature

Individuals and Societies

Sciences

Mathematics

Arts