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Austria, Graz
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Course System uses core and elective courses to allow students to pursue personal interests and prepare for higher education. The IB Diploma Programme is offered in grades 11–12, with preparation in grade 10; the bilingual programme starts in grade 5 and graduates may obtain both the Austrian Matura and the IB Diploma. Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) is a core component of the IB programme, and students undertake CAS projects.
CAS and Choir are integrated into the IB Diploma Programme. GIBS runs a Junior Choir and presents CAS projects such as Culture Day @ GIBS. Students produce creative works, including music and other creative outputs (e.g., Faces in the Clouds).
GIBS hosts a range of language events including Graz Language Festival 2025, EUROLINGUA 25, SWITCH 2025, Lisez la Langue de l'Amitié!, and European Day of Languages @ GIBS. These events illustrate the school's emphasis on multilingual culture and language learning.
The GIBS Debate Club participates in events such as meetings with the US Ambassador to Austria. GIBS also operates a Student Newspaper. There are Student Representatives and Class Representatives who provide student leadership.
The Ukraine relief initiative Eggenberg hilft der Ukraine was organized by GIBS students. A 'Fight Ocean Pollution' fundraiser demonstrates student community service. The GIBS Climate Action Group engages in sustainability and community initiatives.
Student leadership is organized through Student Representatives and Class Representatives. The Student Representative Team coordinates student input and leadership. The list of Class Representatives for 2025/26 is published by the school.
Students have access to a School Doctor and a School Psychologist. Culture Day supports inclusive and communal well-being, and activities such as the Debate Club contribute to social well-being.
Graz International Bilingual School (GIBS) is a state bilingual senior secondary school in Graz, Austria, offering a German‑English curriculum for students aged 10–18. The bilingual programme begins in Grade 5 and combines the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12) with the Austrian Matura, so graduates earn both qualifications. German (A, B or Ab Initio) is obligatory, and the language of instruction is English, supported by a dedicated GIBS Foundation that funds language assistants and trips. Since January 2024 the school has charitable status. Located at Georgigasse 85, 8020 Graz, GIBS has more than 600 students and 60+ staff, and an on‑site library with an online catalogue. IB facilities include an Office, a Physics Lab, and dedicated classrooms; a gym, motor‑skills playground, and inclusive wheelchair basketball support sport. After‑school care (ACE), activities such as Gardening, Choir and Adventure Gym, intercultural projects, exchanges, and a strong CAS program enrich the curriculum here.
