Grades 6-10 | Ages 11-16
Middle School
IB Middle Years Programme
The MYP
Connecting Learning to Life
The IB Middle Years Programme provides a framework of academic challenge and life skills. Students are encouraged to become creative, critical, and reflective thinkers who understand connections between traditional subjects and apply their learning to real-world situations.
Through concept-driven curriculum and global contexts, students develop the skills and attitudes needed for success in the IB Diploma Programme and beyond.
Curriculum
Subject Groups
Students study across eight subject groups, ensuring a broad and balanced education.
Language & Literature
English, Chinese Literature
Language Acquisition
Chinese, French, Spanish
Individuals & Societies
History, Geography, Economics
Sciences
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated Science
Mathematics
Standard & Extended Mathematics
Arts
Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Film
Design
Digital Design, Product Design
Physical & Health Ed
Sports, Health, Well-being
Programme Features
Beyond the Classroom
The MYP develops well-rounded students through experiences that extend beyond academic subjects.
Interdisciplinary Learning
Students explore connections between subjects through collaborative projects and real-world applications.
Service as Action
Community engagement develops empathy and leadership through meaningful service experiences.
Personal Project
Grade 10 students pursue a self-directed project demonstrating their skills and interests.
Approaches to Learning
Explicit instruction in thinking, research, communication, social, and self-management skills.
Grade 10 Capstone
The Personal Project
The MYP Personal Project is a significant piece of independent work where students explore an area of personal interest. Through the project, students demonstrate their approaches to learning skills developed throughout the MYP.
Recent projects have included documentary films, mobile apps, community initiatives, artistic portfolios, and research papers on topics ranging from sustainable fashion to mental health awareness.
Explore Middle School
See how the MYP prepares students for the challenges of the IB Diploma and life beyond school.