MYP school decisions: a practical parent checklist
6 min read · updated 2026-09-15
Searching 'MYP school' usually means you are comparing international or private options. The brochure will sell inquiry learning — you need operational answers.
Questions that separate good MYP delivery from weak
- ✓ Which courses sit inside each of the eight subject groups?
- ✓ Do you offer maths extended, and how many students take it?
- ✓ Is eAssessment used in the final year, or only internal grading?
- ✓ How is the Personal Project supervised and moderated?
- ✓ What happens if a student joins mid-programme from GCSE or another system?
Red flags
Vague answers on criteria grading, no sample unit plans, or 'we don't really do the Personal Project properly' signal a school using the IB name without the structure. That is when external tutoring becomes essential rather than optional.
How tutoring fits alongside an MYP school
A strong MYP school still leaves gaps: large classes, uneven language support, and busy Personal Project seasons. Tutors who mark against criteria A–D complement school teaching instead of fighting it.
FAQs
Is every international school a real MYP school?＋
No. Only IB World Schools authorised for the MYP should claim it. Check the IB's school finder, not just marketing copy.
Can we combine MYP school with GCSE tutoring?＋
Yes if you plan a transfer, but align the tutor to the destination system early so you do not double-load the child with conflicting exam styles.
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