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Jordan, Amman
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- IB World School since 18 May 2012. This status means Ibn Rushd National Academy is authorized to offer International Baccalaureate programmes across the continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP).
- Primary Years Programme (PYP) – Authorized 18 May 2012. The school was the first globally to offer the IB PYP in Arabic for kindergarten and primary grades (K–5), with English as a first language alongside Arabic. Language of instruction is English and Arabic.
- Middle Years Programme (MYP) – Authorized 11 October 2017. English is the main language of instruction, with Arabic and Islamic studies integrated as part of the programme. Examinations are conducted in June.
- Diploma Programme (DP) – Authorized 7 September 2018. The school offers the full IB Diploma Programme (not the IB Certificate option), including Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and CAS; language of instruction is English and Arabic. Examinations are conducted in May.
Ibn Rushd National Academy (IRNA) is a co-educational International Baccalaureate (IB) World School located in Naur, Jordan. It distinguishes itself as the first school globally authorized to deliver the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with Arabic as the primary medium of instruction, ensuring students maintain a strong cultural identity while transitioning to English-medium instruction in the Middle Years (MYP) and Diploma (DP) programmes. IRNA offers the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP) without alternative certificate options, reflecting a commitment to a unified, rigorous academic standard. Beyond academics, the school integrates community service and the arts into student life, fostering a learning environment where personal growth and social responsibility are prioritized alongside intellectual development.
