International Baccalaureate

International Baccalaureate Diploma

IB programs including PYP, MYP, DP, CP for all ages

PROVIDER

International Baccalaureate Organization

GRADES COVERED

All (PYP, MYP, DP)

ASSESSMENT TYPE

mixed

FLEXIBILITY LEVEL

low

Complete Grade Structure

Primary Years Programme (PYP)

Grades K-5

Age 3-12 years Multi-year 25 hours/week

Focus

Inquiry-based learning and holistic development

Subjects

Language
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Arts
Personal & Social Education

Key Features

  • Inquiry-based transdisciplinary approach
  • Child-centered learning
  • Six units of inquiry per year
  • Development of IB learner profile attributes
  • Integration across subjects
  • Emphasis on conceptual understanding

Assessment Methods

Observation & Documentation

Portfolios

Performance Tasks

Student Self-Reflection

ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST

KES 250,000

USD 1920 / GBP 1550

TIME COMMITMENT

25 hours/week

Recommended weekly study commitment

Middle Years Programme (MYP)

Grades 6-10

Age 11-16 years 5 years 32 hours/week

Focus

Academic depth and interdisciplinary understanding

Subjects

Language Acquisition
Language & Literature
Individuals & Societies
Sciences
Mathematics
Arts
Physical & Health Education
Design

Key Features

  • 8 subject groups with 8 key concepts
  • Interdisciplinary unit planning
  • Personal projects in Grade 10
  • Development of critical thinking
  • Global awareness and intercultural understanding
  • Rigorous academic standards

Assessment Methods

Formative Assessment

Summative Tasks

Internal Assessments

eAssessments

Personal Project Evaluation

ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST

KES 300,000

USD 2300 / GBP 1860

TIME COMMITMENT

32 hours/week

Recommended weekly study commitment

Diploma Programme (DP)

Grades 11-12

Age 16-18 years 2 years 35 hours/week

Focus

University preparation with international perspective

Subjects

Language A: Literature
Language B
Individuals & Societies
Sciences
Mathematics
Arts/Electives

Key Features

  • 6 subject groups - choose 3 Higher Level (240 hours), 3 Standard Level (150 hours)
  • Extended Essay (4,000 words)
  • Theory of Knowledge course
  • Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) component
  • Holistic development of learners
  • Rigorous academic and intellectual engagement

Assessment Methods

Internal Assessments (IA)

External Examinations

Extended Essay

TOK Assessment

CAS Documentation

ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST

KES 400,000

USD 3060 / GBP 2470

TIME COMMITMENT

35 hours/week

Recommended weekly study commitment

Subject Offerings

languageSubjects

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Mandarin
  • Arabic
  • German
  • Japanese

scienceSubjects

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Environmental Systems

mathematicsOptions

  • Standard
  • Applications & Interpretation
  • Analysis & Approaches

electives

  • Psychology
  • Economics
  • History
  • Geography
  • Philosophy
  • Computer Science

University Recognition & Pathways

Kenyan Universities

  • Peponi School graduates -> Top Kenyan universities

Global Universities

  • Oxford
  • Cambridge
  • Harvard
  • MIT
  • Sorbonne
  • University of Tokyo
  • NUS Singapore

Recognition Level

Highest - Most globally recognized qualification for university entry

Strengths & Considerations

Key Strengths

  • Most globally recognized qualification
  • Emphasizes international perspectives
  • Rigorous and comprehensive
  • Strong for global university applications
  • Develops leadership and critical thinking

Considerations

  • Most demanding curriculum
  • Requires strong self-discipline
  • Higher costs than alternatives

Is International Baccalaureate Right for Your Family?

Globally-minded students, university-competitive

Recommended Study Hours Per Week

35

Annual Investment (Approximate)

KES 400,000

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