DCB Class of 2024 Achieve Exceptional IBDP Results
Our Class of 2024 has excelled in the IB Diploma Programme. Special congratulations to Aidan S and Eddy J for achieving the perfect score of 45, which is only achieved by 0.3% of IB students worldwide. The results are impressive on their own but tell only a small part of the story. Each student has embarked on a personal journey of growth, developing their character and skills, which will serve them well in their future lives.
Eddy J, who achieved a perfect score of 45, reflected on his IB experience, saying, “Although the last two years in the IB DP were some of the most challenging periods of my life, in retrospect, they were also some of the most rewarding. As I explore my upcoming opportunities in university, there are some that I feel IB prepared me exceptionally for, namely research through the Extended Essay, various styles of academic writing through each subject's IA, and being proactive in reaching out to professors through making me comfortable in asking my DCB teachers for help about difficult content. This isn't even mentioning the soft skills IB taught me, like perseverance, time management, and organisation. Combined with the privileges IB students have at DCB – like Prefect opportunities, access to the IBCR, and entering the cafeteria early – I can confidently say that IB was a challenging but fun journey from which I emerged a much more confident, passionate, and prepared student.”
I am so proud of each and everyone one of our students. Behind these results sit individual stories of dedication, resilience and hard work. Each story is different and each destination is different but all students and their families are to be celebrated on their success and achieving access to their dream schools.
Angel W, a graduate of the Class of 2024, summarised the skills she mastered during her IB journey, remarking, “My two-year journey through the IB program was long and eventful, but also was an important milestone of my life. I am very happy with my final IB results, as it reflected my hardwork. At DCB, I found a nurturing learning environment, supported by teachers who were always available to help especially during my study leave. DCB equipped me with invaluable skills like time management, self-care, and resilience, as well as research skills from all those IAs, which will better prepare me for university!”
Aidan described his teachers as amazing, supporting and encouraging him throughout his entire journey and on managing stress and advising him on revisions. Eddy also shared how grateful he was to be at DCB, calling it ‘the perfect environment’ for him to work toward his academic goals, saying, “I just want to say a final massive THANK YOU to all the teachers, friends, and peers who have supported my academic journey until now and made my time here at DCB so enjoyable and memorable. From the start of e-learning to having our IGCSE finals canceled and the resulting fallout from that to our struggles with university applications to our ultimate successes with IB, I cannot emphasize enough how much I appreciate everyone who has been with me until now. In ten years, when I look back at my high school journey, I may not remember details of my achievements at school or with the IB, but I do not doubt that I will ever forget the incredible people and experiences that defined these years.”
Claire W, another graduate of the Class of 2024, echoed her classmates’ comments. She said, “Completing my IB diploma at DCB has been an incredible journey, made possible by the unwavering support of our dedicated teachers and the encouragement of my friends. DCB has fostered a competitive yet supportive learning environment, inspiring me to continually strive for improvement and growth. I can comfortably reach out to my teachers whenever I need help with my coursework and be confident that they will give insightful answers. I especially loved my HL psychology class with Mr Rossall, who provided us with all the necessary tools and assets to excel in my final exam.”
