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The policy applies to all students.<\/p>\nMiddle Years Programme School<\/h2>\n
What is an IB Education?<\/h3>\n
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The 2026-2027 application for incoming 6<\/span>th<\/sup> graders is now open through February 27, 2026<\/span><\/h3>\n
Ready to Apply?<\/h2>\n
Why do Families Choose IB?<\/h3>\n
Rigorous Learning Objectives<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Student-Centered Learning<\/strong><\/h4>\n
International Perspectives<\/strong><\/h4>\n
of others.<\/p>\nMulti-Lingual Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Multi-Lingual Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Multi-Lingual
Education<\/strong><\/h4>\nDevelop Learning Strategies<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Learner Profile: What Does an IB Student Look Like?<\/h3>\n
IB MYP Policies<\/h2>\n