At Ascot, we offer a carefully selected range of IB subjects to support students’ academic goals, university aspirations, and personal interests.
Students study six subjects in total, choosing three at Higher Level, taught for four hours per week, and three at Standard Level, taught for three hours per week. This structure allows students to specialise in areas of strength while maintaining a well-rounded education.
The DP is internationally recognized as representing one of the highest standards in university preparatory education. More than 1,000 colleges and universities in North America have recognition policies on how they weigh it in admissions, advanced standing, college credit and scholarships.
IBDP students take six subjects across key fields of learning, ensuring a balanced and academically rigorous experience. This combination helps students strengthen their knowledge, explore new interests, and prepare for future university study.
The IBDP builds essential skills for modern learners. Students learn how to research, collaborate, communicate effectively, and manage their time. These skills help them succeed not only in school but in university and future careers.
The Core connects everything students learn. TOK encourages them to question how knowledge works, the Extended Essay develops advanced research abilities, and CAS inspires them to take part in creative, active, and service-based experiences that support personal growth.
IB students graduating with the IB diploma are able to study at universities all around the world, often with advanced credit. Students report that their involvement with the IB has given them the tools needed to succeed at college. In particular, students comment on their sense of preparedness, self-confidence, research skills and their ability to manage their time. Even more important, they have developed a sense of the world around them and their responsibility to it.
Group 1 – Language and Literature: English A Language and Literature, Thai A Language and Literature
Group 2 – Language Acquisition: English B, Mandarin B, Mandarin Ab Initio, French Ab Initio
Group 3 – Individuals and Societies: Business Management, Information Technology in a Global Society (ITGS)
Group 4 – Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Computer Science
Group 5 – Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, Application and Interpretation
Group 6 – The Arts/ Electives: Visual Arts, Music
Teaching and learning in the IB Diploma Programme is built around inquiry, critical thinking, and real-world application. Instead of memorising facts, students explore meaningful questions, analyse information, and apply ideas across subjects. Teachers design lessons that challenge students to think independently while offering guidance and support along the way.
Overall, DP teaching and learning aims to create confident, curious, engaged learners who can think critically, solve problems, and thrive in university and beyond.
The IB Diploma Programme is designed for students who are ready for an academically challenging and well-rounded education. It is suited for learners who enjoy exploring ideas, asking questions, and making connections across subjects. The programme is ideal for students who wish to develop strong critical thinking, research, communication, and time-management skills in preparation for university.
• Students aiming for top universities and seeking an internationally recognised qualification.
• Learners who want a broad curriculum that includes languages, sciences, mathematics, and humanities.
• Students who value independent learning and are motivated to take responsibility for their studies.
• Young people seeking personal growth, creativity, and community engagement through CAS, TOK, and the Extended Essay.
• Students who plan to study abroad or want a globally focused education.
Overall, the DP is for students who are ready to challenge themselves academically and personally while preparing for future success at university and beyond.
The IB Diploma Programme is widely recognised by universities around the world as one of the most rigorous and respected pre-university qualifications. More than 2,000 universities in over 90 countries accept IB Diploma students, including leading institutions in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia.
Universities value the IB because DP students:
• complete a demanding and balanced curriculum
• develop strong research and critical thinking skills
• demonstrate independence through the Extended Essay
• engage in community and personal growth through CAS
• gain global awareness through Theory of Knowledge
Many universities offer advanced standing, course credits, scholarships, or preferential admissions consideration to students with strong IB results.
In short, the IBDP opens doors to a wide range of university pathways and is highly regarded for preparing students to succeed in higher education.
We are here to answer all your questions. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information.
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All classes are conducted in English, except for specialist lessons such as Thai and Mandarin.
To calculate specific age requirement for each year group, please refer to our Student Age Criteria page or contact our Admissions Office to assist you.
