Freedom International School – Africa: A Global Education with African Roots

Freedom International School – Africa (formerly Children in Freedom Schools) is proud to be an IB World School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) — and is preparing for the Diploma Programme (DP).

As an IB World School, we are part of a prestigious global community of schools united by a shared commitment to high-quality, inquiry-based, and internationally minded education that develops caring, reflective, and globally engaged learners.

About the IB

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a globally respected leader in international education, developing inquiring, knowledgeable, and compassionate young people who are equipped to make meaningful contributions to an ever-changing world.

IB programmes empower students to take ownership of their learning, build essential skills for life and work, and embrace global citizenship. More than just an academic qualification, the IB experience cultivates students who are multilingual, empathetic, and future-ready.

At the heart of every IB programme is the IB Learner Profile, which nurtures young people to become thinkers, communicators, risk-takers, and principled leaders—well-prepared to thrive in diverse contexts across the world.

The IB Mission

The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to build a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

Through partnerships with schools, governments, and global organizations, the IB offers academically rigorous programmes that challenge students to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners who recognize that others, with their differences, can also be right.

IB Programmes at Freedom International School – Africa

At Freedom International School – Africa, we provide a holistic, values-driven education rooted in African identity and global excellence.
Our Afrocentric philosophy aligns seamlessly with the International Baccalaureate framework, empowering learners to think critically, act ethically, and lead confidently.

We proudly offer:

• Primary Years Programme (PYP) – Ages 3–12
• Middle Years Programme (MYP) – Ages 11–16
• Diploma Programme (DP) – Ages 16–19 (in preparation)

Primary Years Programme (PYP)

The PYP nurtures a lifelong love for learning by guiding students aged 3 to 12 through a dynamic, inquiry-based curriculum. It:

• Fosters confidence, empathy, and global citizenship
• Encourages exploration through six globally significant transdisciplinary themes
• Builds foundational skills across language, mathematics, science, social studies, arts, and personal development
• Integrates cultural identity and community-based learning
• Introduces a second language from age 7, promoting multilingualism

Middle Years Programme (MYP)

The MYP empowers students aged 11 to 16 to thrive as reflective thinkers and active global citizens. With a focus on interdisciplinary and inquiry-based learning, it:

• Encourages students to connect learning across subjects
• Promotes creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving
• Engages learners across eight subject groups with at least 50 hours of instruction in each
• Supports fluency in at least two languages
• Emphasizes personal growth, social responsibility, and academic excellence

Diploma Programme (DP) (in preparation)

The DP is a rigorous, pre-university course for students aged 16 to 19, recognized by leading universities worldwide. It encourages students to:

• Think critically and engage deeply with global and local issues
• Conduct independent research through the Extended Essay
• Reflect on learning and ethics through Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
• Commit to personal growth and service through Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
• Study six subject groups, including languages, sciences, mathematics, and the arts

The DP fosters academic excellence, ethical leadership, and global competence, preparing students to thrive in university and beyond.

Why Choose the IB at Freedom International School – Africa?

Our IB programmes provide students with:

• A curriculum that integrates knowledge from diverse global and African cultures
• A broad academic foundation with personalized pathways
• Opportunities for self-directed and collaborative learning
• Emphasis on language acquisition and intercultural understanding
• Tools to become thoughtful leaders and contributors to society
• Confidence to challenge ideas, embrace diversity, and lead with integrity

Our Afrocentric Values and the IB Learner Profile

At Freedom International School – Africa, the IB Learner Profile harmonizes with our Afrocentric guiding principles:

• Utambuzi – Self-awareness and identity
• Udadisi – Curiosity and inquiry
• Ubunifu – Creativity and innovation
• Bidii – Effort, diligence, and excellence
• Ubuntu – Shared humanity and collective progress

Together, the IB framework and our Afrocentric philosophy create a powerful learning environment that prepares students to lead with purpose, pride, and global vision — locally and internationally.