Empowering Students for Life: Inside DPS International Ghana’s IBDP Education Approach

The interview with Mr. Nathaniel Dumashie, IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) Coordinator at DPS International Ghana, delves into the school’s journey since becoming an International Baccalaureate (IB) authorised institution in 2022. Over the past two years, DPS has guided two cohorts through the program, emphasising a holistic education that goes beyond traditional examinations.

Mr. Dumashie highlights the IB curriculum’s unique components, including:

• Extended Essay – preparing students for university-level research and thesis work.
• Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) – fostering creativity, physical well-being, and community service, such as organising reading lessons and donating books to local schools.
• Theory of Knowledge (TOK) – encouraging critical thinking and philosophical inquiry into how knowledge is acquired.

The program nurtures not only academic excellence but also critical thinking, creativity, research, communication, and self-management skills. Teachers also benefit from professional growth, learning to connect lessons to both local and global contexts.

DPS’s IB approach is grounded in continuous assessment and strict adherence to IB standards. With a comprehensive evaluation scheduled for the school’s fifth year of authorisation, the institution is committed to maintaining and exceeding these benchmarks.

Notably, DPS graduates have successfully transitioned to universities abroad, with alumni crediting the IB program for equipping them with the skills to thrive academically and socially.