Introducing the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC)

The IMYC is our International Middle Years Curriculum for children aged 11 - 14 years old. It is used in over 140 schools in over 50 countries worldwide.

It is a challenging, internationally minded and concept-focused curriculum, which helps develop engaged and active learners. With specific subject and personal learning goals, it provides a clear structure to develop knowledge, skills and understanding whilst making subject learning more connected.

11 - 14

years old

1000

teachers

140+

schools

50

countries worldwide

Why Choose the IMYC?

The IMYC responds to the specific development needs of 11-14 year olds, providing structures and systems that support the needs of the adolescent brain
It draws on current media platforms, involving active skills-based learning, and promoting self-reflection and the opportunity for students to make sense of their learning
This relevant and engaging curriculum centres around a challenging Big Idea for life and a blend of individual and shared learning experiences
The IMYC allows for single subject teaching and learning whilst facilitating collaboration around a Big Idea, linking all subject learning to a conceptual theme
Offering a student-led learning structure, the IMYC helps 11-14 year olds develop a sense of their place in the world and that of others
The IMYC prepares students for the next stage of their learning and for future work opportunities
Assessment is done through the IMYC Assessment for Learning (AfL) Programme, which tracks students’ skills learning through beginning, developing and mastering for every age group

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Stand out with accreditation

Accreditation of the IMYC is delivered by the International Curriculum Association (ICA), a body established by Fieldwork Education to drive forward our commitment to quality and improving learning.

The ICA champions quality of learning in schools implementing an international curriculum, supporting and guiding you to unlock the potential in your school.

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We believe schools would be able to use the [self-review] document for school improvement plans because the document is about best practices, not prescription. The rubrics and suggestions for evidence are as such: guidance for support and suggestions. This broadens the utility of the document beyond accreditation to a framework of best practice in education."

Amanda Hart,

Curriculum Coordinator, International School of Koje, South Korea - IMYC Accredited

The IMYC is a research-led, engaging curriculum helping us to have ultimately happy, motivated, students who engage in deep learning, and develop the skills of reflection and metacognition.”

Tom Bowen,

Assistant Principal, The UCL Academy, London, England

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Latest News

Jan 29 2021

Introducing IMYC2020

We are thrilled to be releasing the IMYC2020 and sharing the exciting news with our international community. As we head into the 10th year of the IMYC, our curriculum team has been working throughout the year to guarantee that the International Middle Years Curriculum is current, engaging and enhances the development of learners.

Oct 26 2020

Contribute to the development of IMYC2020

Are you an experienced IMYC teacher with a passion for improving learning? We are now currently searching for teachers just like you to contribute to the review of the following rubrics for the IMYC

Sep 29 2020

Introducing our new International Middle Years Curriculum Manager

We have a very exciting announcement for our International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) community. We are delighted to welcome Lee Hendricks to his new post as IMYC Manager.