IB World Schools share a common philosophy — a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that Saint George’s believes best prepares your student for success in higher education and beyond. The International Baccalaureate encapsulates Saint George’s mission of Inspiring scholars, athletes, and artists to explore, serve, and lead.
Most Upper School students pursue the full International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, which includes courses in Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Mathematics, Experiential Sciences, and the Arts. The full Diploma also includes Core components: writing a 4,000-word Extended Essay, challenging their worldview assumptions in Theory of Knowledge class, and participating in acts of Creativity, Action, and Service (CAS), that balance their academic pursuits. All IB students can earn certificates for college credit. Please refer to IB Resources for detailed IB information.
An “IB for All” school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) program to every student, not just top achievers. In 11th and 12th grades, all students take IB courses, gaining critical thinking, communication, and time-management skills.
The IB program prepares students for college and beyond, fostering global citizenship, multiple perspectives, and social responsibility—equipping them to succeed academically and make a positive impact on the world.
Dragons are balanced! They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.
Dragons show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and they make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around them.
SGS students understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively. They are proficient in more than one language and can communicate in a variety of ways. Plus, they are willing and effective collaborators with others.
SGS students embody the spirit of being inquirers as they explore new subjects and pursue knowledge with curiosity and enthusiasm.
Saint George’s students are Knowledgeable! They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. That’s how they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
Saint George’s Dragons understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories. They are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other people and communities. They seek out and evaluate a range of viewpoints and are willing to grow from the experience!
Dragons are Principled. They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of others. They take responsibility for their own actions and the effects they have on others.
Dragons are reflective. They thoughtfully consider their own learning and experiences. Dragons are able to evaluate and understand their own strengths and limitations, which enhances their academic and personal development.
Dragons are risk-takers! Our students approach unfamiliar situations with courage and forethought, and they have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are also confident and articulate in defending their beliefs.
Saint George’s students are thinkers! They have a thirst to learn, and they apply thinking skills in critical and creative ways. They consider new ideas, recognize and approach complex problems, and think deeply about the world around them
