The IB learner profile is the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21st century.
The learner profile provides a long-term vision of education. It is a set of ideals that can inspire, motivate and focus the work of schools and teachers, uniting them in a common purpose.
Balanced
I understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for myself and others.
Risk-taker
I approach new situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. I are brave and articulate in defending my beliefs.
Knowledgeable
I explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, I acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
Principled
I act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. I take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.
Open-minded
I understand and appreciate my own culture and personal history, and am open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. I are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
Caring
I show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. I have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.
Communicators
I understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. I work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
Thinkers
I exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
Reflective
I give thoughtful consideration to my own learning and experience. I are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.
Inquirers
I develop my natural curiosity. I acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. I actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout my lives.
Areas of Interaction
Areas of Interaction
Community and Service
How do we live in relation to others?
How can I contribute to the community?
How can I help others?
Human Ingenuity
Why and how do we create?
What are the consequences?
Environments
Where do we live?
What resources do we have or need?
What are my responsibilities?
Health and Social Education
How do I think and act?
How am I changing?
How can I look after myself and others?
Approaches to Learning
How do I learn best?
How do I know?
How do I communicate my understanding?
Community and Service
How do we live in relation to others?
How can I contribute to the community?
How can I help others?
Human Ingenuity
Why and how do we create?
What are the consequences?
Environments
Where do we live?
What resources do we have or need?
What are my responsibilities?
Health and Social Education
How do I think and act?
How am I changing?
How can I look after myself and others?
Approaches to Learning
How do I learn best?
How do I know?
How do I communicate my understanding?
