Why British?

British School of Chicago prepares students to meet the growing challenges of a rapidly changing world. Our academic program is based on:

• The International Primary Curriculum (IPC)
• The UK National Curriculum
• International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)
• The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP)

The combination of these distinctive curricula provides a comprehensive, international program of study which aims to equip every student with the essential skills for lifelong learning and meet individual learning needs. Our school encourages independence and self-discipline in an atmosphere of mutual respect and appreciation of diverse opinions and cultures.

The school aims to create a happy, caring and stimulating learning environment in which all the pupils can grow academically, develop self-esteem and fulfill their potential as human beings. At the British School of Chicago, the belief is that 'learning is a lifelong journey through which we are challenged and we strive for success.'

Further curriculum resources can be found at:

National Curriculum
www.nc.uk.net

International Primary Curriculum (IPC)
www.internationalprimarycurriculum.com

International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)
www.cie.org.uk/qualifications/academic/middlesec/igcse/subjects

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP)
www.ibo.org