IB INTRODUCTION

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IB Introduction

A TASTE OF THE
IB EXPERIENCE

Key Facts

Age	13-15 years old
English Level	B1 – C2
Start Dates	25 July 2027
Length	2 weeks
Class Size	12 students maximum
Lessons	18 (17 hours), Monday – Friday
Package Fee	Residential: £4,170 Non-residential: £2,520
Package Inclusions	All Packages: Tuition, activities programme, 3 excursions per week, travel insurance, airport transfers to/from London Heathrow Residential price includes: Accommodation, full-board meals Non-residential price includes: Lunch

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Course Benefits

Discover the IB

Get an introduction to the IB philosophy and discover what makes the International Baccalaureate different. Experience lessons across subjects including English Literature, Maths, Drama, Humanities, Science and Theory of Knowledge.

Learn Across Subjects

See how different subjects connect through collaborative projects, discussions and hands-on learning - just as they do in the IB Diploma.

Study in Oxford

Learn at St Clare’s, the oldest IB World School in England, in the heart of Oxford. Take your learning beyond the classroom with study visits to Oxford’s university museums.

Meet IB Students

Hear directly from students currently studying the IB at St Clare’s. Ask questions, discover what life is really like and get their perspective on the Diploma.

Explore Your Future

Take part in a tailored careers session designed to help you explore your interests, strengths and future university and career pathways.

Learn in Small Classes

Benefit from St Clare’s small-class approach, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions, contribute to discussions and receive individual support.

Join an International Community

Learn alongside students from around the world and experience the international, multicultural community that makes St Clare’s unique.

Get a Taste of St Clare’s Life

Experience what it’s like to be part of the St Clare’s community - both inside and outside the classroom - and discover whether the IB is the right pathway for you.

MICHAL

POLAND, YOUNG LEADERS 2022

"I would sum up my experience at St Clare's as extraordinary. I have never been to a course other than in Poland so it was quite the experience being here studying in the Young Leaders programme!”

Course Structure

Experience the IB at the oldest IB school in England. Learn about the IB philosophy while sampling classes across a range of subjects such as English Literature, Maths, Drama, Humanities, Science, and Theory of Knowledge. Explore how the subjects interconnect through project work and study visits.

Sample Timetable

Young Leaders

	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday
09:00 09:55	Welcome to Oxford Programme overview and familiarisation Introductions and expectations	Artificial Intelligence Learn and share your knowledge about AI, its uses and dangers. Leaders in Technology	Debate Introduction Learn about the long tradition of debate in the UK, both at Oxford and in Westminster. Oxford Union Debate	Excursion: London Buckingham Palace & British Museum Explore the capital city, visit the residence of the British Monarchy and a museum with one of the largest collections in the world... Excursion	Project check-in Progress with your project and check-in with your instructor. Project Check-In	Excursion: Bristol & SS Great Britain Explore a vibrant and culturally diverse city and visit the historic SS Great Britain... Excursion
10:05 11:00	Orientation Activities, welfare, and health and safety St Clare’s and International Culture	Exploring AI Learn about real world uses of AI. How will it shape the future of education and work? Leaders in Technology	Research Prepare to debate the motion ‘Social media should be banned for under 16s’ Oxford Union Debate		My Future Self Map out your three possible future pathways to leadership, detailing the necessary steps. Careers and Leadership
	Break				Break
11:30 13:00	Intro to Young Leaders Learn about your program for the next two weeks including the course project. Introductions and Expectations	Harnessing AI Discover real life practical and fair ways to maximize your use of AI. Leaders in Technology	Debate Recreate the style of the Oxford Union in a debate chaired by your instructor. Oxford Union Debate		Careers Take part in a tailored careers session, start thinking about your future. Careers and Leadership
	Lunch				Lunch
14:00 14:55	Oxford Leaders Research and present about some of the famous leaders Oxford has produced. Leadership in Oxford	Project launch Learn about your project objectives, form your teams, discover how you will be assessed and plan your time to achieve your goals to the best possible level. Electives	Explore Oxford Get to know the beautiful city of Oxford... Excursion		Market Research Using your project work you will prepare questions for the public and then go out and interview them. Market Research
15:05 16:00

	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday	Monday
09:00 09:55	Excursion: Thorpe Park For the thrill seekers to explore this amazing Theme Park. Excursion	Fluency in English A tailored lesson to address your personal English language needs. Language Skills	Cultural Awareness Learn about the importance of understanding different cultures and their customs. Cultural Understanding	Internationalism Thinking beyond borders and nations. Leaders in Business	Excursion: London Science Museum & Westfield Learn of the history of science and remarkable developments of humanity. Visit one of the largest shopping centres in the country. Excursion	Make it happen! Bring everything together to present your project to our panel of experts. Receive feedback on your ideas and presentation skills. Time for Reflection
10:05 11:00		Fluency in English A tailored lesson to address your personal English language needs. Language Skills	Cultural Differences An exploration of how to overcome cultural differences in various contexts. Cultural Understanding	International business Prepare a survey for visit to Headington area international businesses. Leaders in Business		Break
		Break
11:30 13:00		Project Check-In Time to work on your project in consultation with your instructor. Project Check-In	Cultural Norms Present cultural norms to overcome any misunderstandings. Cultural Understanding	International business Visit Oxford’s Headington area to conduct an international business survey. Leaders in Business		Reflection Reflect on the last two weeks personally and feedback from instructor. Time for Reflection
		Lunch				Lunch
14:00 14:55		Venture Award Take part in an introduction to orienteering, first aid skills and general outdoor skills. Students will go on a supervised orientation walk in the local area followed by camping in the grounds of the school. Outdoor skills	Cross Cultural Communication Serial entrepreneur, Oxford MBA and the founder of Vann health tech company Ani Haykumi will present on her career and successful cross-cultural communication. Guest Speaker	Excursion: Cotswold Wildlife Park See over 260 animal species from across the globe! Excursion		Leaving ceremony Say goodbye to your new friends and celebrate your achievements! Leaving Ceremony
15:05 16:00