Preparatory IB course
• Take IGCSE in English Language
• Study in England’s first IB World School
Our Preparatory IB course helps you develop your study skills for the International Baccalaureate Diploma
Age: | 15-16 years old |
Course entry points: | September, January or April |
Start dates for 2023-24: | 3 January 2024 & 14 April 2024 |
Start dates for 2024-25: | 29 August 2024, 5 January 2025 & 22 April 2025 |
Length: | 1, 2 or 3 terms |
Class: | Maximum 15 students |
Lessons: | 30 hours of classroom lessons Monday to Friday |
Lesson length: | 55 minutes |
Annual fees 2023-24: | Day students: £22,256 Residential students: £45,636 |
Annual fees 2024-25: | Day students: £23,592 Residential students: £49,310 |
Term dates: | Pre-IB course term dates |
Brochure: | IB World School brochure |
Deposit and instalments: | Term dates and fees flyer |
Our Preparatory IB course helps you progress to the IB Diploma
Subject offering: Our Pre-IB course develops your knowledge in the key subjects covered in the IB Diploma including English Literature, English Language, Maths, Science, Arts and Humanities
Progression route: If you successfully complete our Pre-IB course you can progress onto our IB Diploma
Internationally recognised qualification: Native or near-native English speakers are given the opportunity to sit the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE in English Language, while non-native speakers will be prepared to take the Duolingo English test, which is accepted by 1400 universities around the world
Quality IB teaching: We have been offering the IB Diploma for over 40 years. Our Pre-IB course is taught by specialist IB teachers; many of whom are IB examiners
England’s first IB World School: Our experience reflects our academic resources, including modern teaching spaces, well-equipped science laboratories and a state-of-the-art design studio
Flexible course entry: You can start our Pre-IB course in September, January or April. September starters can utilise our full academic offering and achieve the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE in English Language upon completion of the course
Pre-IB methodology: Our Pre-IB course links in with the qualities and attributes of the IB learner profile which encourages learners to become balanced, caring, communicators, inquirers, knowledgeable, open minded, principled, risk-takers, reflective and thinkers
Discover new experiences: Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) promotes the opportunity to develop new skills through unique experiences. Create your own CAS programme from over 50 experiences a week. Service is not a compulsory element, instead, you can choose between 2 Creativity and 1 Activity, or 2 Activity and 1 Creativity
Dedicated support through small class sizes: Provides a positive academic environment for you to thrive
Experienced pastoral support: Our dedicated team supports your wellbeing during your studies
Inspiring learning environment: Oxford offers a range of academic resources as it is a world-famous student city
As an IB World School, we prepare for your IB studies and help you achieve IGCSE in English Language
The IGCSE adds to the scope and quality of our Pre-IB provision. The key benefits include:
- Complements progression to the IB Diploma: Our IGCSE award in English either as a native or non-native speaker, enables you to be fully prepared for either our Group 1 or Group 2 course offering at IB level
- Prestigious awarding body: The Pearson Edexcel GCSE is a globally recognised qualification
- Benefits future career aspirations: A specialist qualification in English complements university applications, supports professional development and strengthens career prospects; IGCSEs are recognised by employers worldwide
Course Structure
Compulsory subjects:
- The core subjects are English and Maths. All students take 4 hours of mathematics a week, 2 hours of World Literature and 8 hours of English (IB groups 1, 2 & 5). English and Maths classes are arranged by ability so that you receive the right level of support.
Optional subjects:
- You will select 3 of each per term (in subject groups 1 to 6). We offer 4 Humanities subjects, 4 Sciences and 4 Arts subjects (groups 3, 4 & 6).
Sciences (4 hours per week) |
Humanities (4 hours per week) |
Arts (2 hours per week) |
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Other features of our Pre-IB course
- Study a new language from a choice of French or Mandarin
- Take the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award as part of our weekend programme of activities, study visits and excursions
- Participate in Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) lessons, covering important topics such as Careers and Higher Education
- All students take part in a group research project on a topic of their choice culminating in an exhibition and presentation evening
IB World School brochure
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