Course Details | IB Diploma Teacher Workshops | St Clare's, Oxford

THE KEY TO SUCCESS 
FOR THE EDUCATORS
OF TODAY AND TOMORROW

Key Facts

Start Dates

September, October, November 2026

January, March, April, May, June 2027

See below for full details

Duration2.5 days
Class Size12 ideally, 16 maximum
Hours of Instruction15
LocationIn-person
Category1, 2, or 3

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Why Choose St Clare's for your workshop?

1. Trusted Expertise
Workshops delivered in cooperation with the IBO since 2002.
2. Expert Facilitators
Led by highly experienced, IBO-approved leaders.
3. Recognised Achievement
Receive an official IBO certificate.
4. Prestigious Setting
Hosted at England’s longest established IB World School.
5. Tailored for You
Category 1, 2, and 3 workshops across a wide range of IB subjects.
6. Collaborative Community
Learn, network, and share insights with like-minded IB educators.

CRISTINA

ROMANIA, IB TEACHER WORKSHOPS 2024

 

"I loved the exercises that the workshop leader proposed and the resources that the other teachers shared, such as links and strategies that they use, and I have never thought of implementing. I will definitely use some of those!”.”

 

Category 1

Category 1 workshops are intended as introductory workshops for those who are new to teaching the subject as part of the IB Diploma. It is possible that those attending Category 1 workshops are experienced teachers of the subject, but have not yet taught it as part of the IB Diploma.

Category 1 workshops are likely to be attended by teachers who are:

  • new to the IB Diploma
  • new to teaching
WorkshopStart Date (THURSDAY)
DP Head of School17.09.2026
DP Creativity, Activity, Service08.10.2026
DP Extended Essay 05.11.2026
DP Head of School15.04.2027
DP Leading the Learning 17.06.2027

 

Category 2

Category 2 workshops are intended to provide professional development opportunities for those who have had significant experience of teaching the subject as part of the IB Diploma. It is possible that those attending Category 2 workshops are experienced teachers but are working in an IB World School teaching another subject. Such teachers will need to be familiar with the IB DP programme, its structure and philosophy.

Category 2 workshops are likely to be attended by teachers who are:

  • working or have worked in an IB World school
  • experienced in teaching their subject as part of the Diploma
  • experienced in teaching a different subject as part of the Diploma
  • familiar with the current subject guide
  • willing and able to contribute ideas and opinions to the workshop
WorkshopStart Date (THURSDAY)
DP History17.09.2026
DP Language A: Language and Literature (generic)17.09.2026
DP Psychology08.10.2026
DP Theory of Knowledge 08.10.2026
DP Biology05.11.2026
DP Economics05.11.2026
DP Physics 05.11.2026
DP Chemistry28.01.2027
DP Geography28.01.2027
DP Biology11.03.2027
DP Business Management11.03.2027
DP English A: Literature11.03.2027
DP Environmental Systems and Societies15.04.2027
DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation15.04.2027
DP Global Politics 27.05.2027
DP Music27.05.2027
DP Visual Arts27.05.2027
DP Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches 17.06.2027
DP Psychology17.06.2027

 

Category 3

Category 3 workshops are intended for experienced teachers of the IB Diploma. Previous attendance at a Category 1 or 2 workshop is not necessarily a requirement, although it is likely that most participants will have attended IB workshops before and will be experienced IBDP practitioners.

WorkshopStart Date (THURSDAY)
DP Approaches to Learning28.01.2027

 

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Workshop Leaders

Our IBO approved Teacher Workshop Leaders are experienced educators and passionate mentors who bring a wealth of knowledge, insight, and international mindedness to every session. 

They are deeply familiar with the philosophy and framework of the International Baccalaureate, guiding teachers to develop inquiry-based, student-centred approaches that foster critical thinking and global awareness. 

Read more about the Department for Teacher Professional Development Courses on our staff page.

 

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