The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) at DPS East is more than a curriculum, it’s a transformative journey that prepares students for higher secondary education, aged 16-19 for university success and lifelong achievement. Central to this mission are the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning (ATLs) frameworks that develop not just capable students, but principled, reflective global citizens.
At Delhi Public School Bangalore East, our International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) empowers students with global skills, deep thinking, and values that last a lifetime. As an IB World School, we offer an internationally acclaimed curriculum that blends academic rigour, holistic personal development, and international mindedness. Every learner is supported to become a creative, principled, and confident global citizen, ready to succeed at the world’s best universities and beyond.
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
Delhi Public School Bangalore East is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education programme for its students emphasizing the developmental needs of the child as a whole.
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a two-year pre-university curriculum designed for students aged 16 to 19. Recognized globally, it emphasizes not only academic excellence but also the development of personal, emotional, and social skills needed to thrive in a complex and interconnected world
The programme’s philosophy is grounded in the belief that education should go beyond exams—it should nurture curiosity, intercultural understanding, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Rooted in inquiry-based learning, the IBDP encourages students to think critically, communicate effectively, and understand diverse perspectives. Its balanced framework — combining six academic subjects with the DP Core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service) — nurtures both intellectual and personal growth. The IBDP fosters independent research, critical thinking, creativity, and service-mindedness.
At its heart, the IBDP believes that education should inspire not just academic success but lifelong learning, empathy, and responsibility toward the world.
Dedicated mentors support every learning journey.
Dedicated DP Coordinator and university counseling support every step of your journey
Flexible subject choice for every ambition.
Students excel in academics, service, arts, and sports.
Admission to top institutions worldwide; many receive scholarships
Academic challenge, holistic growth, and well-being.
Connect with IB learners worldwide through collaboration.
Labs, libraries, technology, and learning spaces supporting inquiry
Graduate Prepared. Graduate Inspired. Graduate IB.
Begin your IB journey at Delhi Public School Bangalore East, where every learner grows into a principled, skilful, and compassionate leader for a changing world.
Six Subject Groups: Breadth and Balance
Students select one subject from each of six groups, ensuring a well-rounded education while specializing in areas of passion:
Explore economics, business, psychology. Analyze contemporary global issues through multiple disciplinary lenses, developing the perspective-taking of open-minded thinkers.
Engage in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Environmental Systems & Societies, or Sports, Exercise & Health Science. Conduct investigations, analyze data, and understand the scientific method as a tool for understanding our world.
Analysis & Approaches or Applications & Interpretation at your level. Develop problem-solving thinking skills and mathematical reasoning applicable across disciplines and careers.
Express yourself through Visual Arts or select an additional subject from Groups 1-5. Develop creative thinking and risk-taking through artistic exploration and portfolio development.
At the heart of the IB Diploma Programme, the DP Core helps students become curious researchers, critical thinkers and compassionate contributors to society.
A 4,000-word independent research project on a topic of your choice. You become the inquirer and knowledgeable expert, conducting original research, developing thinking skills through critical analysis, and practicing academic integrity.
Guided by faculty mentors, you learn to manage a long-term project, respond to feedback, and build resilience when challenges arise.
An interdisciplinary course that asks, “How do we know what we know?” TOK develops critical thinking across all subjects, exploring how cultures, disciplines and individuals construct knowledge.
Students examine real-world dilemmas – from healthcare ethics and artificial intelligence to climate science – recognising that knowledge is complex and assumptions matter.
CAS develops the caring, principled and balanced learner through meaningful experiences that extend beyond the classroom.
CAS is where Approaches to Learning (ATLs) come alive: resilience through challenge, confidence through creation, empathy through service and reflection on personal growth.
Each student must select a total of six subjects, one from each Band (given below), including three at HL and three at SL. The DP Core (TOK, EE, CAS) is mandatory for all. Students may also choose three science subjects to meet specific university or competition requirements. With IB approval, they will be awarded an irregular diploma.
| BANDS | SUBJECTS |
|---|---|
| BAND 1 | English Language and Literature (HL/SL) |
| BAND 2 | Hindi (HL/SL), French (SL/Ab Initio), German (SL/Ab Initio) |
| BAND 3 | Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches (AA) (HL/SL) Mathematics: Applications & Interpretation (AI) (HL/SL) |
| BAND 4 | Economics (HL/SL), Visual Arts (HL/SL), Sports, Exercise & Health Science (SEHS) (HL/SL), Biology (HL/SL) |
| BAND 5 | Computer Science (HL/SL), Chemistry (HL/SL), Environmental Systems & Societies (ESS) (SL) |
| BAND 6 | Business Management (HL/SL), Psychology (HL/SL), Physics(HL/SL) |
| Core Requirements (Compulsory for all Diploma Candidates) | Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Extended Essay (EE) Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) |
We nurture the ten attributes of the IB Learner Profile, developing students who are inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced and reflective. Through every lesson, assessment and project, our learners grow as internationally minded leaders.
We nurture natural curiosity and a love of learning. Students ask critical questions, conduct independent research and explore multiple perspectives across disciplines through the Extended Essay, TOK investigations and subject-based inquiries.
Students develop broad and balanced knowledge across all six subject groups, exploring significant concepts and authentic global issues. They connect learning across disciplines and apply it to real-world contexts.
Critical and creative thinking is embedded in every IBDP class. Through TOK and inquiry-led learning, students examine assumptions, analyse arguments and synthesise complex information to solve problems thoughtfully.
Students communicate effectively in more than one language, listen actively and express complex ideas with clarity. Language acquisition programmes build both fluency and intercultural understanding.
IBDP students embrace challenge and uncertainty with confidence. In labs, performances, presentations and CAS projects, they experiment, take initiative and view setbacks as opportunities for growth.
Students act with integrity and fairness. Through CAS and TOK they explore ethical dilemmas, recognise that knowledge carries responsibility and choose to take action for the common good.
The IBDP balances intellectual rigour with physical, emotional and social well-being. Students are encouraged to combine study, activity and reflection, developing resilience and a sense of wholeness.
Self-awareness and metacognition are built into the DP. Through regular reflection, goal-setting and CAS/EE reflections, students evaluate their progress and understand how they learn best.
Students value different cultures, perspectives and beliefs. They challenge stereotypes, engage respectfully across differences and develop a truly international mindset.
Beyond academic excellence, students develop empathy and compassion. Through CAS and collaborative learning, they support others and recognise their role in a broader global community.
At DPS East, we don’t just teach content, we teach students how to learn. Five clusters of Approaches to Learning skills empower our IBDP students to become independent, lifelong learners.
Our curriculum weaves Approaches to Learning (ATLs) seamlessly into every subject.
Critical and creative problem-solving that helps students question, analyse and innovate.
Effective inquiry, information literacy, academic honesty and evidence-based decision-making.
Expressing ideas confidently and clearly in multiple languages and media, and active listening.
Organisation, time management, goal-setting and personal resilience in a demanding programme.
Collaboration, empathy and leadership that prepare students to work with others locally and globally.
This multifaceted approach ensures authentic assessment of deep understanding aligned with the Learner Profile and ATLs—not just memorisation.
Each subject is scored on a scale of 1–7. Combined with up to 3 bonus points from TOK and the Extended Essay, students can achieve a maximum of 45 points.
Universities worldwide recognise and value IBDP scores for admissions, scholarships and advanced placement.
At DPS Bangalore East, Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is where learning moves beyond the classroom. It encourages students to apply their knowledge, passions, and skills to real-world contexts, fostering empathy, leadership, and personal growth.
Through student-led projects, learners create art, organize community drives, lead fitness or environmental initiatives, and collaborate on social-impact campaigns. Each experience helps them develop resilience, teamwork, and self-awareness.
Reflection is central to CAS, students document their journeys, challenges, and achievements, connecting their experiences to the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning (ATLs).
In essence, CAS at DPS East helps students become not just successful learners, but responsible, compassionate changemakers.
By actively participating in community initiatives, students learn that education is not confined to classrooms — it’s about understanding the world, taking action, and making a meaningful difference.
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At DPS Bangalore East, the Career Counselor plays a vital role in helping students make informed academic and career choices, from subject selection to university admissions and future readiness.
Top universities in India, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe and Asia actively seek IBDP graduates.
ATLs are developed through all coursework, projects, and assessments but are not formally graded. Instead, they're evident in strong performance across all subjects, the Extended Essay, TOK essays, and CAS projects. Universities recognize ATL development as a marker of well-rounded candidates.
Yes, with special IB approval for specific university requirements. Students receive an "irregular diploma" but meet university prerequisites.
IBDP offers international recognition, emphasis on critical thinking over memorization, development of the Learner Profile and ATLs, and holistic assessment. It's ideal for students targeting global universities and seeking transformative education.
Each student receives a faculty supervisor for one-on-one mentorship throughout the EE process. Students will also participate in research skills workshops and peer feedback sessions, developing not just research ATLs but also resilience and reflection.
No! While rigorous, IBDP is designed for all motivated learners. The curriculum develops ATLs that help every student succeed. With determination, engagement with your learning (reflection), and school support, every student can earn the diploma and develop as a Learner Profile student.
The IBDP curriculum prepares for life. Through ATLs like self-management, research skills, and affective skills, you learn to manage complex workloads, seek help when needed, conduct independent research, and reflect on your growth, skills essential for university success. The Learner Profile, especially your development as an inquirer, thinker, and open-minded individual, prepares you for intellectual challenge and diverse communities.
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