IB WORLD SCHOOL AUTHORIZATION CONSULTANT
International Baccalaureate - IB World School Authorization — PYP, MYP, DP & CP Candidacy Advisory
Becoming an IB World School is a candidacy and authorization process administered by the International Baccalaureate, headquartered in Geneva. Schools first become an IB Candidate School, then undergo an authorization visit before being authorised to offer one or more IB programmes — the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), or Career-related Programme (CP).
IB Authorization Services We Provide
Structured advisory for every stage of becoming an IB World School — from a new school’s first candidacy application to an established school extending authorization to additional programmes.
New IB Candidacy
End-to-end management of your school's IB candidacy application.
MYP to DP Extension
Extending authorization from the Middle Years Programme to the Diploma Programme.
Authorization Evaluation Support
Support for periodic evaluation visits to confirm Programme Standards compliance.
Programme Standards Compliance
Ongoing compliance with the IB's Programme Standards and Practices.
Candidate to Authorized School
Guidance converting Candidate School status to full authorization.
Common IB Affiliation Challenges We Resolve
Most IB authorization delays trace back to a small set of recurring, avoidable issues. We identify and resolve them before they reach the authorization visit.
Documentation Gaps
Identifying land documents or society/trust registration before they trigger a rejection.
Authorization Failures
Resolving infrastructure deficiencies or resource gaps that lead to a negative outcome at the IB authorization visit.
Staff Non-Compliance
Correcting teacher qualification and IB-specific training gaps that evaluators cross-check during authorization review.
Documents Required for IB Candidacy
A submission-ready IB candidacy application depends on getting these six document categories right the first time.
Self-Study Report
A comprehensive self-study report covering the school's mission, curriculum, and readiness for the target IB programme.
Governance & Trust Registration
Registration certificate of the Society, Trust, or Section 8 Company that manages the school, aligned with IB's mission and governance criteria.
No-Objection Certificates
Fire safety, health, and building safety NOCs from the relevant state and municipal authorities.
Financial Documents
Financial statements and proof of the sustainability of the school's operating model.
Staff Qualification & Training Records
Qualification proof and IB-specific training records for teaching staff assigned to the programme.
Physical Infrastructure Certificates
Laboratory, library, and resource infrastructure records showing readiness for the specific IB programme.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an IB World School?
An IB World School is an institution formally authorised by the International Baccalaureate to offer one or more of its four programmes. Authorisation follows a candidacy period and an on-site evaluation confirming the school meets IB’s Programme Standards and Practices.
What is the difference between PYP, MYP, DP, and CP?
PYP (Primary Years Programme) serves younger students, MYP (Middle Years Programme) follows at the middle-school stage, and DP (Diploma Programme) and CP (Career-related Programme) are both offered at the senior secondary stage — DP as an academic pathway and CP blending academic study with career-related learning.
Can a school pursue authorization for multiple IB programmes at once?
A school can pursue more than one programme, but each is evaluated separately against its own candidacy and authorization requirements, since the standards and practices differ by programme.
How long does the IB candidacy and authorization process typically take?
Timelines depend on the specific programme and the school’s readiness at the time of application. This is worth confirming directly with the IB at the time your school begins the process rather than relying on a fixed figure.
What happens during the IB authorization visit?
An IB evaluation team visits the school to confirm it meets the Programme Standards and Practices for the target programme, based on the school’s self-study report and on-site evidence.
What documents are required for IB candidacy?
As covered above, six core document categories: Self-Study Report, Governance & Trust Registration, No-Objection Certificates, Financial Documents, Staff Qualification & Training Records, and Infrastructure Certificates.
IB Authorization Requires Expert Handling — Not Trial and Error.
If your school is pursuing IB candidacy, preparing for an authorization visit, or extending to a new programme, speak with our team before taking the next step.