Students prepared for the future

International baccaulaureate

Our methodology

The goal of the international baccalaureate is to train young people who are caring, informed and eager for knowledge, capable of contributing to creating a better and more peaceful world, within the framework of mutual understanding and intercultural respect.

We have been an IB World School since 2016 and we belong to a network of over 4,000 schools. Since year one, our results have been above the international average, always achieving a 100% pass rate. In 2020, the average score was 34.41 out of 45 points, which is equivalent to 8.48 in the university entrance ranking. Teachers continue their training to maintain the necessary qualifications to teach theIB Diploma and we have already received visits from other schoolswho wish to learn and implement the IB.

We offer the Diploma Program (DP), a two-year pre-university course of the International Baccalaureate Organizationthat provides access to Universities all over the world. It is recommended for highly motivated students between the ages of 16 and 18. It consists on a curriculum organized aroundsix disciplines belonging to six areas of knowledge and three central compulsory components: Monograph, Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS).

At Liceo Sorolla, the Diploma Program (DP) of the International Baccalaureate (BI) is combined with the Spanish Baccalaureate. Student must course six subjects: three at the upper level(HL)and three at the intermediate level (IL). The difference between higher level and intermediate level subjects consists in the number of teaching hours and the type of exams and assignments to be carried out.

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The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) is a rigorous pre-university educational program designed for students aged 16 to 19. The DP aims to develop students who have excellent breadth and depth of knowledge, students who flourish physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically. The DP is based on the IB values, which include inquiry, knowledge, and caring.

Key benefits of the DP

Global recognition

The DP is recognized by leading universities worldwide, giving students a competitive edge in the admissions process.

Skill development

The DP develops essential skills such as critical thinking, research, communication, and time management, which are crucial for success in university and beyond.

International mindedness

The DP fosters intercultural understanding and global awareness, preparing students to be global citizens.

Holistic learning

The DP not only focuses on academic performance but also emphasizes students’ personal and social development.

DP components

The DP consists of six subject groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts. In addition, students must complete three core components: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). These core components aim to broaden students’ educational experience and develop their critical thinking and reflection skills.

Preparing for the future

The DP prepares students for the challenges of university and beyond. The program’s rigorous curriculum and emphasis on skill development ensure that students are well-equipped to succeed in an increasingly globalized and competitive world. DP graduates are sought after by universities and employers worldwide.