International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme
IB Diploma Programme
The IB Diploma Programme is an internationally recognized program of education that aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
GDHS IB Diploma Programme Visit the International Baccalaureate (IBO)
IB Open House & Information Night
- Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
- GDHS Theatre — Library entrance (Guelph St.)
Applications for 2027-2028
- Round 1 IBDPP applications open October 30th, 2026
- Round 1 IBDPP applications close November 30th, 2026
- Student offers will be emailed on December 11th, 2026. Students must accept to secure a spot
- Round 2 applications will open in early February
Note: Only successful Round 1 applicants are guaranteed a spot.
Apply online
Current IBDPP students do not need to reapply for IBDPP or IB. If you are new to GDHS and want to join the IBDPP/IB program, an application is necessary.
Program update: IB French Immersion is no longer being offered at GDHS starting September 2024.
IB Resources
- IB Info 2025 — Presentation
- The Value of an IB Education — Video
- Universities Speak! — slideshow
- How Do Universities Recognize the IB Diploma?
IB at GDHS
GEORGETOWN DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL has been an IB World School since 2007.
We are pleased to offer more course choice for students in the IB Diploma Programme with our partners, Pamoja Education, an online IB World School. Pamoja offers Ab Initio Mandarin, Ab Initio Spanish, Business, Economics, ITGS, Psychology, HL Mathematics, and SL Film.
Make an appointment to speak with Mr. Kyle Stewart about Pamoja courses at GDHS, and learn more about Pamoja Education.
Note: Pamoja has cancelled scholarships for their courses. Courses cost roughly $3,600.00.
If you have any questions, please contact Kyle Stewart (stewartk@hdsb.ca)
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The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) channels a student's natural drive for research and inquiry into shaping an empowered global citizen. To support this journey, the program builds a powerful internal toolkit that nurtures personal growth and instills the confidence required to navigate an evolving world. Ultimately, learning through an interdisciplinary lens delivers the promise of connected thinking, allowing students to see beyond individual subjects, bridge diverse ideas, and solve complex challenges.