Description

July 6 – July 10th, 2026

Start your IB French B success with the most important theme of the course: Identity. Turn your French into an IB 7 !

In this first week of the IB French B Intensive Summer Program, students explore how language, culture and personal experiences shape who we are. This theme is central to the IB curriculum and appears frequently in IB oral and written assessments. Through dynamic discussions, guided practice and exam-focused activities, students learn how to express their ideas clearly, confidently and accurately in French.

1) Schedule (Monday – Friday)

HL Students
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (ETZ)

SL Students
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ETZ)

Each day includes three hours of intensive training combining vocabulary development, communication practice and exam strategies specifically designed for IB French B SL and HL students.

2) What students will learn

During this week students will develop the language needed to discuss topics such as:

• personal identity and lifestyles

• health and well-being

• beliefs and values

• subcultures and social groups

• the role of language in shaping identity

Students will also learn how to structure their ideas effectively for IB speaking and writing tasks, an essential skill for achieving high marks.

3) IB-style guiding questions

Students will explore questions frequently used in IB discussions such as:

• What defines a person’s identity?

• How do language and culture influence who we are?

These discussions help students develop critical thinking and strong oral communication, both key elements of the IB assessment criteria.

4) Friday: IB Mock Assessment

At the end of the week, students complete a realistic IB-style assessment designed to simulate exam conditions.

Students receive:

✔ a predicted IB score
✔ detailed personalized feedback
✔ clear strategies to improve performance

Why this week is essential ?

Mastering the theme of Identity allows students to confidently discuss personal experiences, opinions and cultural perspectives, which are key components of IB French B exams.

By the end of the week, students will have:

✔ expanded their IB-level vocabulary
✔ improved speaking fluency
✔ strengthened written expression
✔ gained confidence for IB assessments

Flexible Enrollment

Families can choose the option that best fits their summer schedule. Students may enroll for a single week or for multiple weeks depending on their goals and availability. Each week is designed as a complete and focused module built around one IB theme, allowing students to benefit from the program even if they join for a shorter period. However, students who participate in several weeks naturally gain the most from the program, as the progression allows them to reinforce vocabulary, deepen their communication skills and build stronger confidence across the different IB themes.

The structure of the program is therefore both flexible and progressive, offering families the freedom to choose while ensuring meaningful progress for every student.