INTERNATIONAL STREAM

By choosing the International Stream at FIS, students follow a Dynamic International Curriculum taught in English that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and global citizenship, leading to the internationally recognized IMYC, iGCSE and IBDP qualifications. Enhanced by continuous exposure to French language and culture, this pathway ensures a rich, well-rounded education that prepares students for success in a global society.

IS ACADEMIC PROGRAM OVERVIEW

IBDP @FIS

The IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a comprehensive and challenging 2 year course designed to foster a positive attitude to learning. The programme aims to provide learners of different cultures, languages and educational backgrounds with the intellectual, social and global perspectives that are vital for their higher education and career development.

Students in the 21st century are faced with the challenge of learning about an interconnected world where knowledge is constantly developing. The curriculum prepares students to be active participants in a lifelong journey of learning.

With over 30 years of experience in teaching the IBDP, FIS offers an enhanced programme including additional levels in French and Chinese: for students who meet the standards in English and French or Mandarin, we offer the opportunity to obtain the IB Bilingual Diploma, a prestigious and highly valued qualification which gives our students an advantage when they apply to the university of their choices.

During the 2 year course, students receive support from their subject teachers, form tutors, the IBDP Coordinator, university counsellors, Principal and health team through regular meetings both as a group or individually.

MORE ABOUT THE IBDP

IB MISSION STATEMENT

The International Baccalaureate (IB) aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

To this end, the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.

These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

IB STUDENT WELLFARE

In the IB Diploma Programme, FIS always prioritizes students’ well-being and aims to create a secure environment where students can develop their full potential to thrive. The support for IB students begins with FIS’ IB Induction programme – a 2 to 4 day event in which students are given practical advice on how to look after themselves both physically and mentally.

Such focus on health continues throughout the 2 year IBDP programme as Physical Education (PE) courses are incorporated into timetables for Year 12 and 13 students. The PE sessions are designed to help students maintain their physical and mental well-being.

Students participate in weekly Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) lessons in Year 12 and 13. Furthermore, experts are periodically invited to discuss important non-academic issues that affect students’ school life.

Other individual and group meetings with form tutors, IB Coordinator, university counsellors and principal are regularly scheduled in order to provide support to our students. When students have private or personal issues, they are more than welcome to share these problems with form tutors or school health assistants. Alternatively, students can reach out to any staff member whom they feel comfortable with and he or she will liaise with the IB Coordinator to ensure an appropriate response.

IB LEARNER PROFILE

The aim of all IB Programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. The IB learner profile represents 10 attributes valued by IB World Schools. We believe these attributes, and others like them, can help individuals and groups become responsible members of local, national and global communities.

INQUIRERS

KNOWLEDGEABLE

THINKERS

COMMUNICATORS

PRINCIPLED

OPEN-MINDED

CARING

RISK-TAKERS

BALANCED

REFLECTIVE

THE CURRICULUM

At FIS, students are required to study 6 subjects (1 subject from each group). At least 3 subjects must be studied at Higher Level (HL) and the remaining subjects are studied at Standard Level (SL).

Students select 2 languages. English Literature from group 1 is compulsory and another language is usually from group 2 but students who are fluent in French can take it in group 1. Group 1 is for students’ “mother tongue” language(s) and the course is literature based; group 2 is designed for students learning the language up to near native level.

THE CURRICULUM
INCLUDES 3 CORE
REQUIREMENTS

The 4,000-word extended essay requires students to engage in independent research through an in-depth study of a question relating to one of the Diploma Programme subjects they are studying.

Theory of knowledge provides an opportunity for students to reflect on the nature of knowledge, and on how we know what we claim to know. Students must be able to successfully communicate their findings through a balanced essay and presentation that shows awareness of diverse perspectives.

Creativity, activity, service involves students in a range of experiences alongside their academic studies. Creativity is about exploring and extending ideas leading to an original or interpretive product or performance. Activity involves physical exertion that contributes to a healthy lifestyle. And service is about collaborative and reciprocal engagement in the community in response to a genuine need.