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Surviving IB HL: a term-by-term plan for Grade 11

July 28, 2026·6 MIN READ·Preface Institute
Surviving IB HL: a term-by-term plan for Grade 11

The Grade 11 IBDP Challenge

Grade 11 is often considered the steepest learning curve in secondary education. Between Higher Level subject demands, Internal Assessment deadlines, and EE topic formulations, time management becomes the deciding factor.

Term-by-Term Action Plan

  • Term 1 (Aug–Nov): Nail conceptual foundations in HL Maths and Sciences. Identify EE subjects early.
  • Term 2 (Dec–Feb): Finalize IA research questions and experimental setups. Draft initial outlines.
  • Term 3 (Mar–May): Complete first IA drafts and EE first drafts before summer vacation. Practice past paper drills.
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