IB Authorization & Evaluation
IB evaluation of groups of schools
An IB Pilot Project The International Baccalaureate (IB) recognises that groups of schools operating under shared governance—such as networks, districts, or franchises—benefit from an evaluation approach...
IB Authorization & Evaluation
Virtual Verification & Evaluation Visits
There are times when the IB makes the decision that it is unsafe to send IB educators to carry out verification and evaluation visits (e.g. times of natural disasters, civil unrest, terrorism). At such...
IB Authorization & Evaluation
Hybrid visits
In some instances, evaluation visits may be conducted in a hybrid format, where one visitor is on-site and the other participates remotely. This approach is typically used when travel is restricted or...
IB Authorization & Evaluation
Synchronized Evaluation Visit
IB schools can request that their 5 year evaluation visit is synchronised in time with evaluations from other external agencies with which the school work. One of the key advantages of such a visit is...
IB Authorization & Evaluation
Who will evaluate my school?
This page introduces you to IB visitors: the programme leader and the evaluation leader. In 2020 the IBEN visiting evaluation team roles were significantly revised. When you are evaluated you will host...
IB Authorization & Evaluation
AI for IB evaluation
Evaluation should be a learning dialogue. The IB team is there to work alongside you. You also have the same guidebook - the IB standards and practices. The IB team will carefully read all your documentation,...
IB Authorization & Evaluation
PDP: Creating your rationale
What if? How can reflective questions strengthen your IB programme development plan rationale? A key part of your IB Programme Development Plan (PDP) is the rationale—a concise explanation of why your...
IB Authorization & Evaluation
PDP: Frequently asked questions
The Programme Development Plan (PDP) is a key part of the IB evaluation process and a central element of a school’s self-study. Introduced in 2020, it can still feel daunting for IB coordinators, and...
IB Programmes: PYP | MYP | DP | CP
MYP Collaborative Planning
“The most valuable resource that all teachers have is each other. Without collaboration our growth is limited to our own perspectives.” (Robert John Meehan) Collaborative working is at the heart of...
IB Programmes: PYP | MYP | DP | CP
Quick Guide to MYP Enhancement
The IB is reviewing the MYP for the first time since 2014, with a fully enhanced version planned for 2027. Based on research and stakeholder feedback, the changes aim to simplify the programme, improve...