Educational Philosophy at our IB World School
- As a fully authorised International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School, we follow the IB’s rigorous, internationally recognised programmes for students aged three to 18.
- Our inquiry-based learning approach engages students, addresses real-life challenges and cultivates critical-thinking, problem-solving and presentation skills.
- Our Commitment to the Arts encompasses a holistic approach to education by combining both academic excellence and passion for music and the arts.
- We maintain a truly international campus with over 50 nationalities, where multiple languages can be heard every day.
- Small class sizes allow for personalised attention.
- We provide English language support to enable all students to excel.
- As the language of our host country, German lessons are a requirement up to Grade 10 and offered at both the native and foreign language levels.
- Where requested and available, we also support the development of our students’ native languages through our mother-tongue programme.
- In addition to various technology tools, we provide our Primary students with iPads and our Secondary students with MacBooks to complement coursework.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) at AMADEUS Vienna
AMADEUS International School Vienna is authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organisation as an IB World School.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is world-renowned for its high academic standards, commitment to international-mindedness, and focus on developing skills that will prepare students for success in future educational endeavours and life in a global context. This educational pathway encompasses the Primary Years Programme, the Middle Years Programme, and the Diploma Programme, guiding students to develop the skills and traits essential for their future success. It provides the perfect preparation for the transition at key developmental milestones of each students’ journey as they progress from Early Years onwards to University; as open-minded, caring, balanced, knowledgeable, and principled, thinkers, inquirers and communicators; in the AMADEUS spirit of Distinction.
As a recognised International Baccalaureate School, we support these values and are proud to meet the high standards of the IB.
Read IB programmes to get an overview to our IB education and the International Baccalaureate Programme.
To learn more about the IB, you can also visit www.ibo.org.
IB Programmes: core curriculum
As part of the IB Programme’s required core curriculum, students gain a breadth of appreciation for Music and the Arts. They do so by developing a quality foundation of skills through an exploratory learning approach. All students are exposed to music, singing and dancing as part of participation in whole school community events.
The core curriculum is supplemented with a dynamic co-curricular enrichment programme that further integrates the arts by emphasising process, play and real-life project-based learning modules where students and teacher are both learner and creator. These include elements of photojournalism, editorial design, composing with technology, acting, singing and dancing in development of a musical theatre performance.
Students also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of additional school activities and/or enrol in individual lessons at the AMADEUS Music and Arts Academy (AMAA). These include choir, ensembles, orchestra, instrument, voice, dance styles, drawing, painting, instrumental lessons etc.
The four IB Programmes
The International Baccalaureate® features four educational programmes for students throughout all grades:
IB Primary Years Programme
The IB Primary Years Programme, grades 1-5, emphasises multilingualism and independent learning. Find out more!
IB Middle Years Programme
The IB Middle Years Programme, grades 6-10, emphasises experimental learning, critical thinking, international-mindedness, and other important areas. Find out more!
IB Diploma Programme
The IB Diploma Programme, grades 11-12, is a challenging pre-university qualification. It is recognised by universities in more than 140 countries.
IB Career-related Programme
The Career-related Programme is a framework of international education that incorporates the values of the IB into a unique programme addressing the needs of students engaged in career-related education (www.ibo.org, 2021).
At AMADEUS Vienna, the IB Career-related Programme focuses specifically on music, providing a stepping stone into university music studies or even a professional music career. Find out more!
AMADEUS Music and Arts Academy (AMAA)
Students who demonstrate proficiency in an area of their interest have the opportunity to apply to the AMADEUS Music and Arts Academy (AMAA). The academy provides an elective path for students who want to develop their talents in a professional and inspiring environment alongside their studies.
For additional information, please visit AMADEUS Music and Arts Academy.
We welcome the opportunity for prospective students and their families to visit AMADEUS Vienna and learn more about our unique programme and inspiring school environment. Contact our Admissions team to ask your questions or schedule a tour.