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International school scheduling. Any curriculum.

Native support for IB, Cambridge, American, and British curricula. Manage complex language programs, global calendars, and diverse international communities with ease.

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What is international school timetable software?

International school timetable software is specialized scheduling technology designed for schools that serve globally mobile families and follow international curricula. Unlike domestic school software, it must handle the unique complexities of international education: multiple curriculum pathways (IB, Cambridge, American, British), sophisticated language programming, and the diverse needs of multicultural communities.

International schools face scheduling challenges that are fundamentally different from local schools. Students may be grouped by language proficiency rather than age. Teachers may be international hires with visa constraints. The school calendar must accommodate dozens of religious and national observances.

TimetableMaster was built with input from IB World Schools, Cambridge International Schools, and American overseas schools to address these specific challenges. Our AI understands IB requirements, can create Cambridge option blocks, and manages the complex concurrent scheduling needed for multi-level language instruction.

Curricula

Native support for international curricula

  • IB Programme
  • Cambridge
  • American/AP
  • British
  • Bilingual
  • Local curriculum
The problem

International school scheduling challenges

International schools face unique scheduling complexities that require specialized solutions.

Multiple curriculum support
Managing IB (PYP, MYP, DP), Cambridge (IGCSE, A-Levels), American, British, and local curriculum requirements simultaneously.
Language programming
Scheduling mother tongue languages, host country languages, and additional languages with appropriate groupings and qualified teachers.
Diverse staff coordination
Coordinating international teaching staff across different time zones, contract types, and visa-related availability constraints.
Global calendar management
Navigating religious holidays, national observances, and international events across a diverse school community.
Specialized facilities
Managing shared facilities like science labs, design studios, performing arts centers, and sports complexes across multiple programs.
CAS and extended learning
Scheduling IB CAS activities, Model UN, Duke of Edinburgh, sports teams, and other enrichment programs alongside academics.
Features

Features for international excellence

Every feature is designed for the unique needs of international schools.

Multi-curriculum engine
Native support for IB, Cambridge, American, British, and other international curricula. Switch between or combine programs seamlessly.
  • IB PYP/MYP/DP support
  • Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level
  • AP course scheduling
Advanced language scheduling
Handle complex language programs with multiple proficiency levels, mother tongue support, and host country language requirements.
  • Multi-level language groups
  • Mother tongue support
  • EAL/ESL scheduling
Flexible groupings
Create ability-based groups for languages and math while maintaining homeroom integrity for other subjects.
  • Set-based scheduling
  • Homeroom preservation
  • Cross-grade groupings
Global calendar
Manage complex calendars with religious observances, national holidays, and international events that vary across your community.
  • Multi-religion calendar
  • Holiday flexibility
  • Event integration
IB requirements tracking
Ensure students meet IB hour requirements for each subject group, TOK, Extended Essay supervision, and CAS activities.
  • Hour tracking by subject
  • TOK scheduling
  • CAS coordination
Resource optimization
Maximize use of specialized facilities across programs. Balance international hire workloads with local staff.
  • Facility utilization reports
  • Staff workload balancing
  • Cost optimization insights
Example

A sample IB Diploma Programme day

TimetableMaster handles IB hour requirements, option blocks, and CAS integration automatically.

A sample IB Diploma Programme day
TimeSession
8:00 - 9:20HL Physics
9:25 - 10:45HL English Literature
10:45 - 11:15Break / Advisory
11:20 - 12:40SL French B
12:40 - 1:30Lunch
1:35 - 2:55HL Mathematics AA
3:00 - 4:00TOK / CAS Activities
Questions

Frequently asked questions about international school scheduling

How does TimetableMaster handle IB Programme requirements?
TimetableMaster has built-in support for all three IB programmes. For PYP, it supports transdisciplinary unit scheduling. For MYP, it handles subject group requirements. For DP, it manages option blocks, tracks student hours per subject group, schedules TOK, and coordinates CAS activities.
Can it handle multiple curricula in the same school?
Yes! Many international schools offer multiple pathways (e.g., IB Diploma and A-Levels). TimetableMaster can schedule these programs in parallel, managing shared teachers and facilities while ensuring each program's requirements are met.
How do you handle complex language programming?
Language scheduling is a core strength. You can create multiple proficiency levels for each language, schedule mother tongue support for various languages, manage host country language requirements, and handle EAL/ESL programming.
Does it support set-based groupings for math and languages?
Absolutely. You can define sets (ability groups) for any subject. Students remain in their homeroom for most classes but move to their appropriate set for grouped subjects.
How does it manage international teaching staff?
TimetableMaster can track visa expiration dates, manage part-time arrangements, handle teachers who work across multiple campuses, and balance workloads fairly between international hires and local staff.
Can it handle our complex school calendar?
Yes, the global calendar feature supports schools with diverse communities. You can mark religious observances, national holidays, and international events. The system can create alternate schedules for days when significant portions of students are absent.
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