International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Year 11 and 12
Year 11 & 12 at Creek Street Christian College
Creek Street Christian College is proud to be an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for Years 11 and 12 since 2021. As an alternative to the more well-known VCE, the DP is a globally respected, academically rich and engaging pathway for students aged 16 – 19.
A Well-Rounded Education
The IB Diploma provides a balanced general education that prepares students for university and other tertiary pathways. Students undertake six subjects across the following areas:
- English Language and Literature
- Language Acquisition
- Individuals and Societies
- Sciences
- Mathematics
- The Arts
All students also complete three core components:
- Extended Essay (EE)
- Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
- Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Skills for Life
The DP fosters independence, curiosity, and resilience, helping students grow as reflective learners. The Approaches to Learning—Research, Communication, Social, Self-management, and Thinking—are embedded throughout the program and closely aligned with the IB Learner Profile.
These ten Learner Profile attributes—Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced, and Reflective—equip students to contribute meaningfully to their local, national, and global communities.
[Click here to view the IB Learner Profile poster]
At Creek Street Christian College, we also embrace two additional attributes that reflect our unique culture and Christian foundation: Faithful and Friendly. Together, these 12 attributes are intentionally woven into the fabric of our teaching and learning from the Early Learning Centre through to Year 12.
A Christian Context
As a Christian College, we are committed to helping students ‘discover all God made them to be.’ The values of the IB Programme complement our own long-standing vision:
“To provide Christian education and training to children so that they are equipped to impact their community, our nation and the world for the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Through this Christ-centred and globally focused program, students are encouraged to explore their God-given gifts, take ownership of their learning, and grow in both faith and character.
IB Mission Statement
“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.”
Take the Next Step
Parents who would like to find out more are encouraged to enquire further.