Rossall School’s International Baccalaureate (IB) results best on the Fylde
Rossall School is delighted to announce that 14 of its sixth-form students have passed the demanding International Baccalaureate exams. Hard working student Claire Brodka achieved the schools highest score of 39 out of 45.
The international Baccalaureate is a unique educational qualification that is gaining widespread popularity and acclaim. Instead of a narrow specialisation it embodies a broader approach where pupils experience a wide range of different subjects. Six subjects are studied including English, mathematics, a science, language, arts and a humanities subject. These subjects are bound together by a theory of knowledge course which encourages critical thinking. Pupils also conduct a research project which leads to an extended essay and complete a Creativity, Action and Service programme which involves engaging in worthwhile community based activities.
A recent study by the Higher Education Statistics Agency showed that a higher percentage of students with the International Baccalaureate Diploma achieved a first class honours degree at university than those with ‘A’ level qualifications. IB Diploma students are also more likely to be enrolled at one of the UK’s top 20 Higher education institutions and achieve higher salary levels.
Claire Brodka summed up her experience ‘the IB was definitely the right choice for me as it made it possible to gain an education that covered the multiple areas of interest to me. The additional challenges such as the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge elements are in my opinion invaluable as a preparation for university. Starting university having already written a 4000 word essay makes it much easier to cope with the demands of further education. I would definitely recommend this course’.
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