Welcome To GICLM IBDP
Introduction to the IBDP
Subject Choices
Mr. Huzefa Kagalwala
Head of Secondary and IBDP
Welcome to the IB Diploma Programme
A Pathway of Curiosity, Challenge & Global Awareness
Welcome to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Garodia International Centre for Learning Mumbai — a place where curiosity is encouraged, ambition is nurtured, and young people are empowered to discover their voice and purpose. The IBDP at GICLM is more than an academic pathway; it is a journey of personal growth, intellectual challenge, and global awareness that shapes students into thoughtful, confident, and compassionate leaders.
At Garodia International School, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) represents the pinnacle of academic challenge and holistic development. Since becoming an IB World School in 2009, Garodia has delivered the IBDP with distinction, combining rigorous academics, research depth, and global-mindedness to prepare students for success in the world’s leading universities.
About the IB Diploma Programme at GICLM
A Prestigious Pathway for Deep Learning, Skills & Global Readiness
The IB Diploma Programme at GICLM is a prestigious two-year pre-university qualification designed for students in Grades 11 and 12. Recognised by leading universities worldwide, the IBDP promotes deep learning, critical reflection, research skills, independent thinking, and responsible action.
What sets our IB experience apart is our intentional focus on whole-child development. Alongside subject mastery, students benefit from our specially curated IB Skills course, which equips them with tools in academic writing, inquiry, time management, citation, presentation, and analytical thinking — all vital for success in higher education.
Our commitment to well-being and character formation is strengthened through PSHCE lessons (Personal, Social, Health and Careers Education). These sessions support resilience, emotional intelligence, ethical thinking, healthy relationships, and life readiness, ensuring students are prepared not just for exams, but for life beyond school.
Students study six subjects across diverse pathways while engaging in the signature IB Core:
- Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
- Extended Essay (EE)
- Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
Together, these elements encourage inquiry, creativity, reflection, and meaningful action — helping learners connect knowledge with purpose.
The programme is guided by a passionate team of IB-trained educators who mentor students closely, provide personalised academic guidance, and support university aspirations across India and abroad. With a rich co-curricular ecosystem and real-world learning experiences, our graduates leave GICLM not only with excellent qualifications, but also with confidence, empathy, resilience, and global competence.
Welcome once again to a transformative journey, where learning becomes discovery, challenge becomes growth, and potential becomes achievement.
Authorization and Leadership
GICLM is a centre of excellence for languages and has been an IB World School since February 2009 (school code 003773). The programme is led by Mr. Ian Davies, Principal and Head of School, and Mr. Huzefa Kagalwala, both experienced IB educators well known in the IB World and prominent in training teachers and leaders in India and overseas. Their global experience and vision ensure the IB Diploma is delivered at the highest international standards.
IB Diploma Programme Subject Choices
The pre-university programme for 16–19 year olds is the acclaimed International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Designed for highly motivated students, it offers a genuine international curriculum with high-quality assessments. Universities recognise that IB students possess advanced skills, knowledge, and intellectual maturity, giving them access to the very best institutions worldwide.
The Diploma consists of six subject groups. Three of these must be studied at Higher Level (HL) and the remaining at Standard Level (SL).
GICLM offers the full breadth of the IB Diploma, with courses across all six subject groups:
| Group 1 | Group 2 | Group 3 | Group 4 | Group 5 | Group 6 |
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| Studies in Language & Literature | Language Acquisition | Individuals & Societies | Sciences | Mathematics | The Arts |
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| IBDP Core: Theory of Knowledge (TOK) | Extended Essay (EE) | Creativity, Activity & Service (CAS) | |||||
Students also follow a common ‘core’ of:
- Theory of Knowledge (TOK), where students develop and train their critical thinking capacities.
- Extended Essay (EE), where students write an independent, self-directed research paper of around 4,000 words based on their academic interests.
- Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), where students engage with communities, organizations, and initiatives to create a positive impact.
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