How you can support your child

Understand the structure: Six subjects + EE + TOK + CAS. Know the terms (HL, SL, IA, etc.) so you can talk about workload and choices.

Encourage balance: CAS, sleep and rest matter. The IB is demanding; burnout helps no one.

Be a sounding board: Listen to worries about subjects, EE, TOK or CAS. Help them break tasks into steps.

Respect deadlines: EE, IAs and CAS have fixed dates. Gentle reminders can help; micromanaging usually doesn’t.

Workload and stress

• Year 1: Settling in, starting EE, CAS, IAs
• Year 2: IAs, mocks, exams, CAS completion
• Peaks: When several deadlines or exams coincide

Support with time management, and encourage use of school counselling if stress is high.

Predicted grades and university

• Predicted grades drive many university offers
• Offer conditions often reference predicted grades
• If predictions seem off, discuss with the school
• Encourage a range of university choices

Communication with school

• Attend parent evenings and info sessions
• Contact the IB coordinator or CAS coordinator for programme questions
• Stay in touch with subject teachers about progress
• Use school reports and feedback

When to seek extra support

• Struggling in specific subjects
• Need help with EE or TOK
• Want exam technique or revision support
• Questions about university applications

How Tutopiya helps

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Source: IB Diploma guide for parents