Associations oF IB World School
Criteria for recognition
IB World Schools come together and form associations for mutual support in a variety of
ways, sizes and constituencies. These associations are independent of the IB Organization,
i.e. do not form part of the IB Organization.
The IB Organization welcomes the positive role and work undertaken by these associations
and wishes to recognize them for mutual benefit and cooperation. The IB Organization has
developed the following criteria by which it evaluates the appropriateness of recognizing a
particular association.
A group of IB World Schools that form themselves into an association, for consideration for
recognition, must be able to provide or demonstrate:
1. a constitution or similar document describing its purpose and goals that are
appropriately aligned with the mission statement of the IB Organization and the
support of IB programmes
2. a constitution or similar documentation describing its structure, membership and
financial responsibilities that demonstrates a sustainable and viable organization
3. indications of support from heads, principals, and coordinators of IB World Schools
within the scope of potential members
4. a willingness to offer equal opportunities for IB World Schools to become members
and participate in its activities
5. the adoption and use of an official name that in the opinion of the IB Organization
creates a distinct and separate identity that avoids the impression that the association
is part of the IB Organization or vice versa
6. a willingness to execute and abide by the terms of the standard “Cooperation and
Licence Agreement” (the “Agreement”) developed by the IB Organization for
recognized associations
7. contact details for the chair or president, or officers of the association.
IB Professional Development
- Unpacking the Standards and Practices
- Role of IB Networks
- Role of IB Associations
- Associations Criteria for Recognition
- Guidelines for Providers
- In-School Workshops
- Recognition of externally provided development
- Rules and Policy for use of IB Intellectual Property
- Supplementary PD record
- Examiner Terms and Conditions
- Workshop Leader Terms and Conditions
- Workshop Planner
