RECOMMENDED FOR:
Diploma Programme (DP) Heads of School, Coordinators and subject teachers with an interest in developing their leadership skills within their IB community
Please note this workshop will be delivered in January 2026 at the University of Warwick.
Details on accommodation and travel guidance can be found in our FAQs.
This workshop will enable you to:
Create the culture and conditions of a DP school by considering the school’s choices and actions and their impact on student learning.
Consider the ways in which you will place learning at the centre of your IB programme, through the thoughtful development of purpose, culture and environment, in alignment with the IB’s standards and practices.
Take responsibility for your role as a programme leader within a learning organisation in an IB global context.
Become familiar with the IB’s mission and philosophy and the requirements and specifications relevant to the DP.
Prepare to inform and engage your school community.
Plan their school’s IB journey through authorisation and beyond. During the workshop, you will begin to develop your school’s IB action plan to meet the IB’s requirements for authorisation and a vision for ongoing implementation.
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 workshops focus on IB philosophy and implementation. They provide professional development and assistance for schools that have decided to apply for IB authorization. They are also relevant for educators who are new to a school with an existing IB programme and those interested in joining an IB school. Participants will gain an understanding of:
the basic philosophy and curricular model of the programme, including the IB mission statement, learner profile, and curriculum documents.
programme standards and practices appropriate to the participants’ role (e.g., teacher, administrator, head of school, and so on).
the appropriate programme framework (PYP, MYP, DP).
Teachers who are new to an IB programme will:
Receive a general introduction to IB philosophy and programme Understand the structure of the programme (including assessment procedures) Create drafts or refine and improve course. outlines/designs and application Be able to begin teaching the programme upon completion of the workshop.
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