RECOMMENDED FOR:
Open to all IB educators, Counsellors and Heads of School responsible for supporting students with IB Diploma attainment and post-secondary options.
Please note this workshop will be delivered in November 2025 at the University of Warwick.
Details on accommodation and travel guidance can be found in our FAQs.
Workshop Summary:
The overall purpose of the workshop is to strengthen your understanding of the IB Diploma Programme, including philosophical and administrative principles, to best support momentum and maximise student attainment. A goal of the workshop is to define and discuss the role of the IB counsellor and learn strategies to support the effectiveness of the counsellor working with IB students.
This workshop will enable you to:
Understand IB philosophy, IB terms and acronyms, core components and the value of IB for student educational preparation and post-secondary success.
Fully support students, communicate the programme to relevant stakeholders and identify strategies to support the implementation and/or evolution of the DP within a range of school systems and contexts.
Keep up-to-date on changes in the DP and articulate the outcomes to properly advise students towards diploma attainment and post-secondary options.
Explore current trends in post-secondary options and access.
Deploy strategies to effectively communicate with universities.
Please select your required workshop from the dropdown list on the registration form
Benefits of our face-to-face workshops:
Courses delivered by approved and experienced IB workshop leaders.
15 hours of live instruction allowing for in-depth discussion and collaborative learning in a small group setting. Delegates are required to attend and participate in all scheduled sessions in order to receive their IB certificate.
Opportunities to meet participants from a range of schools helping to build your IB network and learn from fellow IB educators.
Held over the course of three days (Friday - Sunday) minimising the impact on your school schedule and allowing for dedicated time for your professional development.
Conveniently located at the University of Warwick in close proximity to transport links and providing comfortable hotel-style accommodation and excellent catering facilities.
Competitively priced – with discounts for IBSCA member schools.
Please note that you will not be eligible for an attendance certificate unless you attend all workshop sessions, please bear this in mind when considering your travel arrangements.
Face-to-Face Workshop Fees
Prices stated do not include VAT. You will be charged 20% VAT if applicable.
Residential Fees
Includes two-night b&b stay, lunch and evening meals at the University of Warwick.
Full IBSCA Member School: £905.00
Associate IBSCA Member School: £995.00
PYP/MYP/CP only IBSCA Member School: £995.00
Non IBSCA Member School: £1095.00
Extra night: £107.00
Non-Residential Fees
Accommodation, breakfast and dinner not included. Lunch provided on Friday and Saturday.
Full IBSCA Member School: £585.00
Associate IBSCA Member School: £675.00
PYP/MYP/CP only IBSCA Member School: £675.00
Non IBSCA Member School: £775.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this workshop for me?
Category 1
Choose category 1 workshops if you are new to the IB or if your situation is similar to any of the following:
You are new to the faculty of a longstanding IB World School and have not taught in an IB programme previously.
You are aware of the IB philosophy and programme structure but are not experienced in teaching or administering the IB.
You are familiar with the IB subject guide (including assessment procedures, moderation) and would like greater confidence before teaching a course.
You have inherited a course and would like a review before teaching it to suit your own style and expertise.
Category 2
Choose category 2 workshops to develop your expertise in delivering an IB programme. You will have an opportunity to:
make connections between programme frameworks and classroom practice
enhance your understanding of assessment in IB programmes
discuss and analyse standards and practices
For other frequently asked questions…