Academics @ ISB

Dean Of Academics

Justyna McMillan

The High School at International School Bangkok is an exciting place of learning for students! Our inclusive and challenging US international curriculum offers opportunities for all students to learn at the highest levels and achieve their personal best. Students begin their learning journey in Grade 9 pursuing foundational courses in core subject areas. These include; English, a World Language, Mathematics, World Studies, Science, Arts & Design/Technology, Physical Education & Health. From as early as Grade 10 onwards, students can opt to pursue a personalized pathway that provides them with multiple ways to develop their interests and love of learning.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our diverse and dynamic learning pathways offering both Advanced Placement (AP) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. The AP Capstone and the IB Diploma represent our most challenging academic pathways. Many universities around the world may require an IB Diploma or a specific set of AP courses for admissions. Students can choose to follow one of these pathways, as part of their graduation plan, or pursue a blend of AP and IB courses.

In addition to these esteemed programs, ISB offers a wide range of robust innovative courses that empower students to foster their individuality and creativity. From arts and humanities, to STEM and a wide range of physical education courses, our varied curriculum caters to a broad spectrum of interests. The flexibility of our learning pathways ensures that each student can chart their own academic course, embracing a personalized learning experience that goes beyond the traditional classroom setting.

Join us in shaping a future where knowledge knows no bounds, and curiosity fuels success. Whether students choose the academic rigor of the AP Capstone program, or the global perspective of the IB Diploma, or the flexibility of our hybrid curriculum, students will become part of a community that celebrates academic excellence.

Welcome to ISB where your journey to success is uniquely yours to define!

Justyna McMillan Dean of Academics

ISB’S PERSONALIZED HS DIPLOMA PATHWAYS

Diploma

Foundational Rigorous Isb Academic Program

ISB High School Diploma (ALL STUDENTS)

The ISB High School Diploma provides an appropriately challenging High School Diploma for all ISB students meeting ISB graduation requirements. This Diploma pathway can be fulfilled by students choosing any one of the Learning Pathways described below.

The AP and AP Capstone Pathway

The Advanced Placement (AP) program at ISB allows students to pursue college level courses and exams while still in high school. Students can pursue AP courses from Grade 10 onwards, though most students will take AP courses in Grade 11-12. Each AP course at ISB is a yearlong course. The AP exam in May is required for the AP designation to be placed on the student transcript.

The AP Capstone™ program provides a rigorous academic experience, fostering skills such as research, collaboration and communication. It prepares students for the challenges of higher education and beyond. Students pursuing the AP Capstone Diploma™ are required to take AP Seminar and AP Research, in addition to 4 other AP courses. Students must earn a score of 3 or higher on all designated AP courses, to obtain the AP Capstone Diploma™.

The IB and IB Diploma Pathway

The International Baccalaureate (IB) program offers an ambitious curriculum with an international outlook. Students can pursue the full IB Diploma or IB Courses. Students enrolled in an IB course complete the course over two years. Students are required to complete both coursework and exams at the end of the second year, for the IB designation to be placed on the student transcript.

The full IB Diploma program is widely recognised as an excellent preparation for higher education. The IB Diploma allows students to become specialists in three subjects studied at ‘Higher Level’, whilst keeping up their intellectual development in other areas at ‘Standard Level’. To fulfill the programme requirements students must choose subjects from each of the six IB subject groups, which includes the study of two languages and the IB Diploma Core; the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and CAS.

ISB Hybrid Diploma Pathway

The ISB Hybrid Diploma is a learning pathway that supports students to mix and match ISB, AP and IB courses over their four years of high school. This pathway allows students to tailor their education to specific goals and aspirations for higher education and beyond. Students taking an AP or IB course are required to take the corresponding exam for each course.

ISB Diploma Pathway

Students pursuing this college preparation learning pathway can choose from a variety of ISB developed courses in Grades 9-12. Our ISB courses provide students with a rich and well rounded educational experience, grounded in US common core standards.

Regardless of the pathway chosen, all ISB graduates receive offers from a variety of world renowned Colleges and Universities, who recognise the excellence and rigor of our program of studies. ISB’s challenging curriculum, exceptional teaching and multiple opportunities for our students to develop their skills and attributes, ensure that ISB graduates are well prepared for future success in college and beyond.