IB Learner Profile - International School of Brno

The IB Learner Profile lies at the heart of an IB education. It describes the attributes that we aim to develop in all students across the PYP, MYP and DP.

IB education goes beyond the acquisition of knowledge. It is about developing curious, knowledgeable, thoughtful and responsible young people who are able to think critically, communicate effectively, work collaboratively and engage with the world around them.

IB learners strive to be:

• Inquirers - They develop their natural curiosity, learn to ask meaningful questions, build research skills and become increasingly independent in their learning.
• Knowledgeable - They develop broad and deep understanding and make connections across subjects, cultures and real-world contexts.
• Thinkers - They apply critical and creative thinking skills to explore complex questions, solve problems and make thoughtful decisions.
• Communicators - They express ideas confidently and clearly in different ways and languages, while also listening carefully to the perspectives of others.
• Principled - They act with integrity, honesty, fairness and a strong sense of responsibility for their own actions and their impact on others.
• Open-minded - They value their own cultures and experiences while remaining open to different perspectives, traditions and ways of thinking.
• Caring - They show empathy, compassion and respect and seek to make a positive difference in their communities and beyond.
• Risk-takers - They approach uncertainty and new challenges with courage and thoughtfulness, willing to explore unfamiliar ideas and learn from experience.
• Balanced - They understand the importance of balancing intellectual, physical and emotional wellbeing in order to thrive.
• Reflective - They think carefully about their learning and experiences, recognise their strengths and areas for growth, and use reflection to guide their next steps.

The IB Learner Profile provides a common language and shared set of values across our whole school. As an IB Continuum World School, we use it to connect learning from PYP through MYP to DP and to support students in becoming lifelong learners and responsible global citizens