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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

The leading IB school in Madrid, our International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme equips our students with the knowledge and skills they need to create their own futures. Through a wide choice of subjects, research projects, and extraordinary creative, leadership, and outreach opportunities, your child will achieve fantastic IB Diploma results. They’ll also become an enquiring, confident, and resilient global citizen.
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OUR INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

At International College Spain (ICS), our 16 to 18-year-olds follow the two-year International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (IBDP).

We’re the top IB school in Madrid, offering a comprehensive Diploma Programme that’s highly regarded by universities and colleges around the world. Our IB Diploma is respected for being academically rigorous, developing strong personal skills and values, and providing a broad range of exciting global learning experiences.
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THE IB DIPLOMA EXPLAINED

Our IB Diploma students choose one IB curriculum subject from each of the following groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, and Mathematics. Your child will also choose a sixth subject, which can either be from one of these groups or The Arts. Three subjects are taken at a higher level and three at a standard level.

Students also need to complete the core IB programme: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service.
The IB core programme:
  • Theory of Knowledge (TOK): a course that explores critical thinking, giving students an understanding of how we learn.
  • The Extended Essay: a 4,000-word independent research project focusing on a specific subject.
  • Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS): a range of activities that develop our students’ creativity and wellbeing, and support our local community.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT ics

Whether it’s expressing their creativity, driving change in our community, or getting active with friends, every day throws up a host of exciting learning opportunities.
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Global learners
Our IBDP develops the next generation of creators, thinkers, and future makers. Every day, your child will pursue their passions, specialise in their chosen subjects, and take part in CAS activities that broaden their skills. This sets them up for the brightest of futures.
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Experts in their field
It’s time for our students to delve into their specialist subjects. From climate change and genetics to the collected works of Shakespeare, the IBDP Extended Essay will inspire your child to become an expert in their field.
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Planning for the future
Which university should I go to? And what course should I study? Our team of careers and university counsellors set time aside to help each child make the big decisions, as well as organising guest speakers, visits, and conferences.
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Giving something back
Enriching Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) opportunities are part of every IBDP student’s day. Your child will make a real difference by fundraising for local charities, becoming a school ambassador, or planting trees in a local park. 
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The learning never stops
For our oldest students, every day ends with energising after-school learning opportunities. From creative writing and jazz band to our Model United Nations club, we offer an eclectic range of options for every interest.
The learning never stops
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HOW WE TEACH THE IB DIPLOMA AT ICS MADRID

TEACHING THAT INSPIRES

Caring, inspirational, and committed, our teachers go above and beyond to support each student’s personal and academic development. In small class sizes, our exceptional International Baccalaureate Diploma specialists will deliver the innovative learning experiences, individual support, and personalised level of challenge your child needs to thrive.
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OUTSTANDING IB DIPLOMA RESULTS

We’re incredibly proud of our students’ impressive International Baccalaureate Diploma results. In 2023, our collective score of 35 points was significantly higher than the global average. With 1 in 3 students achieving 40 points or more – and one getting a perfect score of 45 out of 45 – our IB school in Madrid is a place where hard work and talents shine brightly.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT ICS
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TOP UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS

Respected around the world, the International Baccalaureate Diploma is a springboard to the world’s best colleges and universities. In 2023, our graduates applied to – and gained places at – prestigious schools in the UK, USA, Spain, Italy, Germany, The Netherlands, Canada, Switzerland, Korea, and Portugal.
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A HAPPY PLACE WHERE STUDENTS FLOURISH

The ICS campus is truly unique. Your child will love learning in our specialist sports, creative, and tech-enabled facilities, which inspire creativity and unlock talents. Here, abundant green spaces and a strong sense of community combine to create a warm, family-like environment, where every student feels at home. 
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SUCCESS THROUGH THE IB PROGRAMME

Our creative, challenging, and truly global International Baccalaureate programme will inspire your child to love learning – and set them up for the brightest of futures.

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