School Profile

At Young Elementary, world-class will become more than a trendy term.Young is seeking authorization to offer the world-renowned Primary Years Programme from the International Baccalaureate Organization, a nonprofit or­ganization based in Geneva, Switzerland.

When Young receives the authorization, it will be the only elementary school in Kentucky—but one of 1,300 other schools in 110 countries—to offer an IB program.IB schools share an educational philosophy that is based on a commitment to high-quality, challenging, international education.After intensive IB training, Young’s teachers will be able to help students become critical thinkers and effective communicators who are well prepared for college-prep classes in middle and high school.Young’s students even will learn a second language.

School Programs

Advance Program, English as a Second Language, Extended School Services, Family Resource Center, Global Institute, Honors Program, Early Childhood Jump Start, Magnet Program, School-Based Decision Making

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