Internationally Recognized Programs
International Baccalaureate Programme (IB)
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme:
- develops “internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world” (From the IB Learner Profile)
- encourages students to participate in creative and service-oriented activities, while reflecting on a personal and academic level
The IB Diploma Programme provides students an opportunity to:
- use Grades 11 and 12 for intensive university preparation
- receive a year’s worth of academic credit upon entry to the University of Calgary (for IB Diploma students)
Frequently asked questions and answers about IB
IB Registration
Grade 9 students interested in registering the IB Programme must submit all parts of their completed registration to their designated IB school by January 14, 2019.
IB Open House Schedule
Our schools generally hold IB open houses in the fall and early winter. If there are upcoming events, they will be listed at the bottom of this page.
Designated CBE IB high schools
Students registering the IB Programme in English attend their designated IB school based on the CBE Administrative Areas in which they reside. Students in Areas 3 and 6 please consult Find a School or the nearest high school on the following chart.