Globally Aligned Education

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International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools Offering

The International Baccalaureate framework places emphasis on universal development, academic rigour together with personal growth and understanding.

Over 5 000 schools worlwide teach the exclusive IB programmes.

More than 1.9 million students around the world follow the IB programmes.

The International Baccalaureate Programmes are currently being taught in over 150 different countries.

The International Baccalaureate® Programmes 

As multi campus schools the Pre-Primary and Preparatory schools offer the International Baccalaureate PYP Programme from Grade 000 to Grade 7. The IB PYP is an internationally recognised and rigorously integrated programme in which inquiry into local, regional, and global perspectives are embedded in all teaching and learning.


Crawford International collaborates with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) to bring world-class education to our schools and further enhance the Crawford International offering. The International Baccalaureate Programme offers students ongoing opportunities to become active, lifelong learners. These lifelong learners demonstrate respect for themselves and others while developing the capacity to participate confidently in the world.

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The International Baccalaureate Organisation Offers:

Crawford International collaborates with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) to bring world-class education to our schools. The IBO provides:


  • Curriculum and assessment development
  • Ongoing teacher education
  • Updated information sessions
  • Electronic networking within the global community of IB World Schools


The International Baccalaureate further enhances the rigorous, globally aligned academic programme at our Pre-Primary and Preparatory schools, preparing students to excel at College and beyond.

More About International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP)

The PYP is designed for students between the ages of 3 and 12. It is an international, transdisciplinary programme designed to nurture the development of the whole child, both in the classroom and in the word beyond. The programme focuses on students’ intellectual social, emotional, and physical development.


The PYP framework focuses on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both in school and in the world beyond. It offers a transformative experience for students, teachers and whole school communities and delivers excellent outcomes by providing an education that is engaging, relevant, challenging and significant.


As PYP Candidate Schools, Crawford International aims to provide students with a truly global education that encourages them to be active and compassionate leaders. 



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What is an IB PYP Education?

Essential Elements of the PYP


The programme comprises key elements which together provide a framework for structured and purposeful inquiry. These elements include; the learner profile, knowledge, concepts, skills, student agency and action.

  • Knowledge

    The inquiry program is organised around six transdisciplinary themes of global significance and learning about these themes underpins the program. Students address all six themes each year (six units of inquiry).


    The themes are:

    Who We Are

    Where We Are in Place and Time

    How We Express Ourselves

    How the World Works

    How We Organise Ourselves

    Sharing the Planet


    Through these themes, students gain knowledge in six subject domains:

    Language

    Mathematics

    Science and Technology

    Social Studies

    Personal, Social and Physical Education

    Arts


    The program identifies a body of knowledge which is designed to be engaging, relevant, challenging and significant for students and which is closely aligned to IB curriculum documents.

  • Concepts

    Seven fundamental concepts, expressed as key questions, propel the process of inquiry and help to encourage a transdisciplinary perspective. These concepts drive the units of inquiry which teachers and students co-create.


    These concepts are:

    Form

    Function

    Causation

    Change

    Connection

    Perspective

    Responsibility

  • Skills (ATL)

    Approaches to Teaching and Learning:

    The skills acquired in the process of structured inquiry are thinking, communication, social, research and self management skills. The specific skills that align and are relevant to the content of each unit of inquiry are taught as part of that unit.


    These skills are aligned with our Global Competencies which are part of all our teaching and learning.

  • Action

    Students are encouraged to reflect, to make informed choices and to take action that will help their peers, families, school and the wider community. 


    Action can include making a difference through:

    Lifestyle Choices

    Social Entrepreneurship

    Advocacy

    Participation

    Social Justice

  • Learner Profile

    The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world.


    IB Learners are:

    Inquirers

    Knowledgeable

    Thinkers

    Communicators

    Principled

    Open-Minded

    Caring

    Risk-Takers

    Balanced

    Reflective

Post Grade 12: Global Education

In partnership with Global Education, we connect our students to leading universities around the world.


About Global Education

Global Education is Southern Africa’s leading agency for overseas studies, with almost 20 years of experience assisting students through every stage of the university application process.


Why we Partnered

  • Applications submitted via Global Education are fast-tracked by universities for their quality and reliability.
  • Their strong relationships with institutions speed up offer and acceptance processes.
  • Their expert team ensures each application meets international standards, with a 100% visa success record.


Benefits for Crawford Students

Global Education makes studying abroad seamless and stress-free. Crawford students enjoy:

  • Personalised advice on choosing the right course, campus, and country.
  • Full application support including visa processing, accommodation, airport pick-up, UCAS, and personal statements.
  • No additional costs, all payments are made directly to the university of choice.


Study Destinations

Global Education partners with over 400 institutions across:
USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, Mauritius, and the Netherlands.


Workshops and Pathway Programmes

Crawford students and parents (Grades 9–12) can attend free workshops on subject requirements, visas, and applications. For students who don’t yet meet entry criteria, pathway programmes offer a bridge to top-ranked universities and future study success.


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