The lifelong benefits of IB Curriculum at KIS Reignwood Park
Education has to evolve to meet the demands of a dynamic world. That’s why KIS International School Reignwood Park, KIS’s second campus set to open in August 2024, offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. Respected by leading universities worldwide, the IB curriculum helps students to thrive in a fast-changing world by building their independent and critical thinking skills.
Let’s take a look at some of the main benefits of the IB curriculum, according to the leaders of KIS International School Reignwood Park.
Shaping future-ready individuals
Aside from offering students with internationally recognized qualifications, IB also provides students with transferable skills – moulding them into future-ready individuals. Comprising four distinct programs – Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MY), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP) – IB tailors each program to meet the educational needs of today’s students and prepare them for the challenges of tomorrow. The goal is to nurture skills and attitudes that pave the way for excellence in chosen careers and meaningful lives.
The founding Head of School at KIS Reignwood Park, Barry Sutherland, attests to IB’s efficacy in preparing students. Sutherland states, “We don’t know what the future is going to be for students. We don’t know what future jobs are going to be. But the IB does a brilliant job of getting students ready with all kinds of what we call approaches to learning and self-regulation, research skills, and communication.”
Echoing this sentiment, Tracy France, the Secondary School Principal, notes, “We really want our students to become problem solvers and have critical thinking skills so that they can put that knowledge to work […] because the world of work in our century is changing at a very, very fast pace. So students need to be ready to have transferable skills and attitudes that they can use in different walks of life. “
Nurturing the whole child
The IB curriculum at KIS Reignwood Park helps today’s children to become tomorrow’s leaders. The school focuses on nurturing students socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively in a supportive environment. As a result, students become well-rounded individuals who are ready to apply what they learn in the real world.
Anita McCallum, the founding Primary School Principal at KIS Reignwood Park, articulates the school’s commitment to nurturing the whole child. She explains, “Our focus is developing the whole child, that balance of academic rigour, but also making sure that they’re developing socially, emotionally, physically, and making solid connections with other students, the community, and the world around them. ”
Crafting global citizens
“The benefit of the IB programs is the development of children to become global citizens,” states Tracy France.
The IB curriculum stimulates and increases student’s understanding of languages and awareness of cultures. It explores globally significant ideas and issues in order to prepare students to be active participants in a global society.
In addition to learning three different languages, France explained that students at KIS Reignwood Park will also be encouraged to identify and solve community needs or issues. The aim is to allow students to take action and engage in services – encouraging them to make a positive impact in a global community.
“And I think all of those things help develop the students to become more globally minded and more open-minded, and really, citizens of our world,” France added.
The IB curriculum is a rigorous but incredibly rewarding programme. At KIS International School, the commitment to delivering this curriculum is not just a goal, but also a promise. The school delivers the IB curriculum optimally, in the best possible environment, and by top-notch educators.
The consistently high IBDP scores at KIS International School Bangkok, averaging 34.5 points over the last 5 years, ahead of the global average of 30 points reflects their dedication. Moreover, this track record of success is set to continue at KIS Reignwood Park, where the same commitment to delivering an outstanding IB education will be upheld.
If you want to learn more about the IB Curriculum at KIS Reignwood Park, click HERE to book a tour this January 2024 when their new 60-acre campus opens!
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