What Makes a Top 100 IB School?

14 Mar 2026

Many of the world’s top 100 IB schools are based in the UK - but what is it about these schools that consistently places them at the top of global rankings?

This session explores the defining features of leading IB schools, with a particular focus on the UK model and why it has proven so successful. Looking beyond exam results, we’ll examine teaching quality, leadership, curriculum design, university preparation, student wellbeing and enrichment opportunities.

Speakers
William Petty
William Petty, Director - Bonas MacFarlane Education