GIA is now an IB World School
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Georgetown International Academy reached a major milestone in the 2025– 2026 academic year in its journey to become an IB World School by offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. In March, GIA hosted its official verification visit; the final step in an authorization process that began over a year ago.
Conducted by the International Baccalaureate Organization, the visit evaluated the school’s readiness through classroom observations, meetings, and a review of systems and practices. The outcome was exceptional: GIA met all requirements for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with no matters to be addressed, reflecting the dedication of the entire school community.
GIA has now received its official authorization decision and is moving into the final stages of becoming an IB World School, with the Diploma Programme launching in the 2026–2027 school year. This achievement significantly expands
opportunities for students, offering a rigorous, globally recognized education that opens multiple pathways to universities and colleges worldwide while fostering critical thinking, independence, and international mindedness
Students study six subjects, one from each subject group, alongside the three parts of the DP core: Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service. The programme runs over two years, DP1 and DP2.
Download a subject brief to see what each course covers and how it is assessed.
Internal deadlines for DP1 (2026–2027) and DP2 (2027–2028).
The learner profile describes the qualities IB learners strive to develop, in the classroom and beyond.
Curious and love to learn
Explore ideas across disciplines
Think critically and creatively
Express themselves with confidence
Act with integrity and honesty
Value other perspectives
Show empathy and respect
Approach uncertainty with courage
Care for mind, body and wellbeing
Think about their own learning
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