My experience studying the IB Diploma Programme
I recently graduated from the IB Diploma Programme, one of the most demanding, but also rewarding, curriculums across the globe.
South Australia, Australia
Blackwood High School
Established: 1961
IB
City
STEM
School Facts
School Description
Blackwood High School has a strong tradition of academic, sporting and artistic excellence.Located in the foothills of Adelaide only 20 minutes by public transport from the city centre, the school overlooks native bushland and is close to recreational parks, cinemas, good transport and large shopping centres. The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IBMYP) is offered to all students in Grades 8-10 to prepare them thoroughly for senior high school and the challenges of an emerging, globalised world. The school is also a special interest high school for netball and Australian Rules Football and offers an enrichment program for gifted and talented students.
- 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Grades at School
- 9% Percentage of International Students
Diploma Year Offered?
NoStudent Population
CoEd - School for both gendersEnglish as Second Language (ESL) Support Available
YesFrench Immersion
NoSpeciality Programs
Netball * (Years 8-11) Australian Rules Football * (Years 8-11) International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IBMYP) (Years 8-10) Music - bands, orchestra, instrumental tuition, music industry skills (Years 8-12) Performing Arts – drama and dance performances, major annual production (Years 8-12) Vocational Education and Training (VET) – dance, electrotechnology (Years 10-12) *Selective entry programAccepting Students in Grades
8, 9, 10, 11, 12Ages Accepted
13-18Other - Eligibility Requirements?
The Special Interest Football Program is open to boys in Year 8 – 11 and girls from Years 10.Selective entry. The Netball program is open to girls who demonstrate talent and potential in Netball, and in 2022, is available as a subject in Years 7 to 11. Selective entry.More School Photos!
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