Upper School
Upper School

Upper School

At St. George’s College, Upper School students aged 15 to 17 shape their learning through the IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme, a rigorous and stimulating two-year pre-university pathway. They sit international examinations and earn a qualification that universities in the country and around the world recognise.

Excellent academic results

Students at St. George’s College excel academically, achieving distinguished results year after year. Our graduates continue their learning journey at leading universities across the globe.

100%

Students admitted to one of their top 3 university choices.

8

IB subjects with results above the global average.

Our curriculum

Students prepare for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, a globally recognised qualification valued for its academic rigour and acceptance by prestigious universities around the world.

Literature

Students deepen their study of literary works from a critical, aesthetic and cultural perspective. Independent thinking, appreciation of world literature and the ability to build solid, well-founded arguments are all encouraged.

Literature

Languages

Learners refine their English, Spanish and French as additional or native languages through active use every day. Students communicate in real global, academic and professional contexts, gaining the confidence to move fluently between multiple languages.

Languages

Society

Students analyse social, political and economic dynamics through history, economics and business. Learners compare perspectives, connect local and global issues and develop an ethical, well-informed view of today’s and tomorrow’s challenges.

Society

Sciences

Students study biology, physics and chemistry in depth, linking theory with hands-on practice. Learners design experiments, work in laboratories and interpret real data, preparing for future scientific, medical or technological pathways.

Sciences

Mathematics

Students tackle standard and advanced mathematics, strengthening analytical, abstract and applied thinking. Learners solve complex problems, test different strategies and connect mathematics with other disciplines and real-world situations.

Mathematics

Arts

Students use music, drama and visual arts to explore their creativity through both technical and conceptual approaches. Learners design personal projects, refine their artistic expression and build a portfolio that showcases their identity and aesthetic vision.

Arts

A typical day in our Upper School

Each day at St. George’s College is filled with exciting learning experiences and discoveries for your child. Although timetables vary between year groups, here is an example of what happens between lessons in Upper School.

Core learning pillars

At St. George’s College, students, guided by our core learning pillars, build a strong academic foundation, enhance social skills, and become bilingual.

  • Academic achievement

    Academic achievement

    Enjoy personalised learning that continuously strengthens knowledge, skills and understanding.

  • Life competencies

    Life competencies

    Build vital skills to thrive in studies, future careers and personal life.

  • Multilingualism

    Multilingualism

    Build English fluency quickly while deepening home language skills.

  • International opportunities

    International opportunities

    Explore international learning programmes and activities that strengthen global perspectives, critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.

  • Life & career pathways

    Life & career pathways

    Make the most of personalised guidance to choose universities and careers and follow chosen pathways with confidence.

Take part in the IBDP

Take part in the IBDP

Students in the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) combine the academic rigour of the IB with practical, career-related learning. At St. George’s College, students in the final years of school shape a personalised pathway that reflects their interests, strengths and future aspirations.


Through a combination of IB subjects and career-focused studies, students build strong academic knowledge, develop practical expertise and apply transferable skills in meaningful contexts. They gain the confidence, experience and qualifications to pursue university, specialised training or career opportunities, preparing them to thrive in an increasingly global and interconnected world.

Components of the IBCP

The programme is structured around four main components:

IBCP subjects

Students take at least two subjects from the IB Diploma Programme, strengthening critical thinking, research skills, communication and high-level academic learning.

IBCP subjects

Students take at least two subjects from the IB Diploma Programme, strengthening critical thinking, research skills, communication and high-level academic learning.

Career-oriented studies

Learners engage in career-related learning linked to specific professional fields, connecting academic knowledge with real-world contexts and preparing them for further study or the world of work.

Career-oriented studies

Learners engage in career-related learning linked to specific professional fields, connecting academic knowledge with real-world contexts and preparing them for further study or the world of work.

IBCP core

Students develop personal and professional skills through the IBCP Core, including service learning, a reflective project on ethical dilemmas, and language development for international contexts.

IBCP core

Students develop personal and professional skills through the IBCP Core, including service learning, a reflective project on ethical dilemmas, and language development for international contexts.

Benefits of the IBCP

Learners combine academic excellence with career-focused learning, developing autonomy, responsibility, critical thinking and communication skills while preparing for university, specialised studies or the world of work with a global perspective.

Benefits of the IBCP

Learners combine academic excellence with career-focused learning, developing autonomy, responsibility, critical thinking and communication skills while preparing for university, specialised studies or the world of work with a global perspective.

University destinations

From St. George’s College to the world’s leading universities. Our students graduate with the results, skills and confidence they need to succeed.

Over 25%

go on to study abroad

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United States of America

  • Stanford University
  • Miami Dade College
  • Florida International University
  • School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC)

Canada

  • University of Toronto
  • University of Manitoba
  • University of British Columbia (UBC)

Perú

  • Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)
  • Universidad del Pacífico
  • Universidad de Lima
  • Universidad de Piura
  • Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
  • Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola
  • Escuela de Administración de Negocios para Graduados (ESAN)

United Kingdom

  • University of Bristol
  • King's College London
  • Newcastle University

Spain

  • Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Netherlands

  • Maastricht University

France

  • Sorbonne University

Wales

  • Cardiff Metropolitan University
Mariana L.

St. George’s gave me the confidence to study Economics and helped me broaden my horizons to make a positive impact on society and the environment.

Mariana L., Student

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