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Academics

Academic rigor, built around how children actually learn.

A full IB Continuum and Cambridge International pathway — from Early Years inquiry to a Grade 12 diploma recognized worldwide.

Curriculum

Two world-class pathways, one academic standard.

Families choose the framework that fits their child and their future — both are taught with the same rigor and the same faculty quality.

IB Continuum

International Baccalaureate

Meridian offers the full IB Continuum — Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes — developing inquiring, knowledgeable learners who thrive amid complexity and ambiguity.

37

Avg. Diploma Score

30

World Average

Cambridge Pathway

Cambridge International

An alternative or complementary pathway through Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A Level — recognized by universities in over 160 countries.

78%

A*-B Grades

58%

Global Average

Not sure which pathway is right for your family? Our academic counselors will help you decide during your admissions consultation — no decision required before you apply.

Grade by Grade

One continuum, four distinct stages.

An apple, stacked books, and alphabet blocks in an Early Years classroom
Ages 3–5

Early Years

IB Primary Years Programme

Play-based inquiry learning that nurtures curiosity, language acquisition, and social-emotional foundations.

  • Play-based inquiry across six transdisciplinary themes
  • Daily phonics, early literacy, and numeracy foundations
  • Social-emotional learning built into every classroom routine
A teacher guiding young students at the chalkboard
Grades 1–5

Primary School

IB PYP / Cambridge Primary

Inquiry-driven classrooms that build literacy, numeracy, and a lifelong love of learning across six transdisciplinary themes.

  • Homeroom teachers paired with STEM, arts, and language specialists
  • Mandarin or Spanish begins in Grade 1
  • Student-led exhibition presented to the community each spring
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Grades 6–8

Middle School

IB MYP / Cambridge Lower Secondary

A rigorous, concept-based curriculum that develops independent thinkers ready for the demands of senior academics.

  • Concept-based units across all eight MYP subject groups
  • Personal Project research culminates in Grade 8
  • Advisory program supports the transition into adolescence
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Grades 9–12

High School

IB Diploma Programme / Cambridge IGCSE & A Level

A full IB Diploma and Cambridge Advanced pathway with individualized university counseling from Grade 9 onward.

  • Full IB Diploma or Cambridge IGCSE / A Level pathway
  • One-on-one university counseling starting in Grade 9
  • Extended Essay and CAS supported by dedicated faculty mentors
Learning Philosophy

How we actually teach, day to day.

Inquiry Before Instruction

Students encounter a question or problem before they encounter the answer — curiosity drives the lesson, not the other way around.

Concept Over Content

We teach transferable understanding, not memorized facts. A student who grasps a concept can apply it anywhere.

Globally Minded, Locally Grounded

Every unit connects to real-world, international contexts — while staying rooted in rigorous academic standards.

Known as an Individual

With an 8:1 ratio, teachers design instruction around how each student actually learns, not a single fixed pace.

Global Languages

Fluency isn't an elective here.

Every Meridian student graduates fluent in a second language — taught by native-speaking faculty, not as an elective afterthought.

Mandarin Chinese

Begins Grade 1

Spanish

Begins Grade 1

French

Begins Grade 6

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Begins Early Years

Ready to begin your child's Meridian journey?

Applications for the 2026–27 school year are open. Our admissions team is ready to guide your family through every step.

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