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Holiday Break — 5 Steps to Not Fall Behind
The long-awaited holiday break is almost upon us. For some of us dwelling in the northern hemisphere, snow has come down, covering the Christmas ornaments that decorate the streets. In this time of glee and gingerbread, it is of utmost importance that we do not become so entranced that we forget all about the IB!…
IB Parents: The Best Way to Support Your Child
Anyone who’s completed the IB will tell you the same thing. Things simply get progressively harder as you go throughout the two years. If you’re an IB parent, here are the best ways to support your child deal with the pressure – coming from an IB student who graduated just a couple of years ago!…
Ideas for the Math IA | Update
We have done posts like this in the past, but considering how intimidating the math IA can be, it might be good with a new list of ideas. Some of you have just finished your math IAs (sorry I’m late!!), whilst others still have it ahead of you. If you do, I hope you can…
How Important Are Your Grades?
Ah yes, the sweet 45. The score everyone dreams of, but no one dares hope for. Some people try their hardest to get juicy grades, while others figure they’d instead pursue other interests. Since you’re reading this blog for advice on doing better in school, you’re probably the former. Regardless of where you find yourself…
The Year Ahead | Planning the IB
It’s time to plan for the year ahead. If you’re a DP1, you’re probably excited to start and confused about CAS. If you’re a DP2, CAS probably still puzzles you, and you regret not revising more in the summer. Regardless of your year, the thought of planning the year most likely crossed your mind. But…
Workload in DP1 – Managing It
When I started the IB, I worried that I would not manage to do everything in time. My school dumped all this new information on me; I had to think about the EE, and my IA’s, learn new subjects, get to know new people and learn what TOK and CAS are. If any of that sounds familiar, you…
20 Global Politics IA Ideas
The Global Politics IA or the Engagement Activity, as it is known for the GloPol course, is the perfect opportunity for you to explore beyond the classroom. You can directly involve yourself in your community! However, this does not mean that you cannot look at issues that are a little broader and not directly related…
Chemistry IA Tips and 15 Ideas
The chemistry IA was probably the most fun I had during the IB. It is a fantastic opportunity to play around in the lab and see how beautiful chemistry can be. Yet, it can also seem daunting, scary and overwhelming. To help you overcome your fear of the chemistry IA and make it seem less…
IB Results 2022 – What do I do next?
The 6th of July 2022 marked the release of the May 2022 IB exam results. There are any range of emotions you might be feeling right now, whether positive or negative. So, I’m here to guide you on what your next steps could be, depending on how you feel about your results. Firstly, congratulations! We…
How to Prepare for Starting University
If you’re heading to university in the Autumn, how are you feeling about starting? Stressed? Confused? Overwhelmed? If any of those words sound familiar, fear no more! Here’s our guide on how to prepare for starting at uni this year. Rest and recuperate If you haven’t seen our post from a few weeks ago about…
