International Baccalaureate

American Gulf School is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). We are also a candidate for the IB Career-related Programme (CP) to become the first IB World Continuum School in Sharjah.

IB World Schools share a commitment to improving the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of learners by delivering challenging, high-quality programs of international education. An IB education aims to transform students as they learn, through dynamic cycles of inquiry, action, and reflection. Students are supported by experienced teachers to develop the approaches of learning they need for both academic and personal success.

The IB Learner Profile

Inquirers:

They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning, and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.

Knowledgeable:

They explore concepts, ideas, and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

Thinkers:

They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned ethical decisions.

Communicators:

They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.

Principled:

They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice, and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups, and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.

Open-minded:

They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values, and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view and are willing to grow from the experience.

Caring:

They show empathy, compassion, and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to the environment.

Risk-takers:

They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas, and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.

Balanced:

They understand the importance of intellectual, physical, and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.

Reflective:

They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.

Certificate of Authorization