The Lanterna Blog
Below you will find in-depth reports, thought pieces on modern education, as well as hundreds of tips on how to excel at the IB.
To IB or not to IB?
Are you stuck in limbo trying to decide whether the IB is right for you? If so, here are 5 reasons why we think you should shake off any doubts and go for it! It’s well rounded If you can’t decide what subjects to take, not to worry! You choose 6 subjects in total. You’ll pick one subject from each subject group, including…
Self-care during IB exams
For those of you with November exams, I’m sure you are deep into revision and perhaps feeling a little overwhelmed and exhausted. It can be easy to put your health to one side when faced with something as intimidating as IB exams. BUT, it’s more important than ever for you take care of yourself and…
Running Low on Science IA Ideas? 5 Top Tips!
For me, one of the most challenging aspects of my IB Diploma was the Science IA. The thought of designing and conducting an experiment independently was a daunting prospect! Moreover, it was worth a big chunk of my final grade – 20% for Biology, Chemistry and Physics, or 25% for ESS. But once I…
IB Exams: How to Best Prepare
As an IB graduate, I always empathize with the struggles of current IB students – especially around IB exam season. This week I’ve decided to share my top tips on how best to prepare and get through IB exams; strategies and techniques which I used religiously in the lead up to my own examinations. …
My experience of a Lanterna Mid IB Course
Last Summer, over 140 Mid IB students from over 25 different countries descended upon Bradfield College in the beautiful British countryside just outside London. The offer was simple: consolidate the first year of IB work, and have the best Summer of your life! But what was it really like? We asked Corin Runacres, a student…
Considering a Gap Year after IB? 3 ideas to get you started!
Are you feeling the pressure to follow the status quo as you watch many of your friends completing university applications at the moment? Are you really nervous to admit to your friends and parents that you have been contemplating a gap year or an entirely non-academic future after the IB? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone!…
App your way to exam success!
Calling all serial procrastinators! Are you searching for a way to cure your phone addiction? How about turning the source of all distractions into your new source of motivation? Here’s a list of the best study Apps on the block to help you stay focused and productive without having to peel your beloved phone from your fingertips. Forest…
Struggling with CAS? Look no further!
Are you a DP2 student frantically searching for more CAS hours? Or are you an eager DP1 pupil wanting to get a head start on CAS before your assignments overwhelm you? Either way – Lanterna has the perfect opportunity for you! To help you with your CAS hours and collectively inspire us all to be…
Solutions for Extended Essay Summer Procrastination
Did you promise yourself you’d do your Extended Essay Draft over summer? Are you, like I was, completely lost, demoralised and on the edge of a breakdown before term has really started? Below you’ll find 3 quick easy ways to get you started and put you on the right track: Let go of that…
Guide to the IB – Part 4: Group 3
What are they? Group 3 subjects are what the IB refers to ‘Individuals and Societies’. The name actually does a pretty good job of explaining what they are: subjects about the people who make us this world. The courses are designed to give you a chance to explore a number of really interesting things, for…
