CAS stands for Creativity, Activity, and Service, and it's a core component of the IB Diploma Programme. It encourages students to engage in experiences outside of academics, fostering personal growth, self-reflection, and a sense of community. It's about developing new skills, exploring passions, and making a positive impact.

The best CAS activities are those that genuinely interest you and allow for personal growth. Think about your passions, what new skills you'd like to develop, or how you'd like to contribute to your community. This guide provides many ideas, but the key is to choose experiences that challenge you and provide opportunities for reflection.

Yes, the IB requires a balance across Creativity, Activity, and Service. While there isn't a strict numerical requirement for each strand, your CAS portfolio should demonstrate meaningful engagement in all three areas. It's about holistic development, not just ticking boxes.

Documenting your CAS journey is crucial. For each experience, you'll typically need to set learning outcomes, plan your activities, reflect on your progress and challenges, and provide evidence (photos, videos, testimonials). Many schools use platforms like Managebac to help students track and submit their CAS portfolios. Regular, honest reflection is key to demonstrating your learning.

It's common for students to feel overwhelmed by CAS. If you're struggling with ideas, documenting, or meeting the learning outcomes, don't hesitate to seek guidance. Your CAS coordinator is a great resource, and Lanterna's Student Success Experts can also help you brainstorm personalised ideas and strategies during a free consultation.

The Lanterna IB consultation is a free, no-pressure 20-30 minute call with one of our expert IB Student Success Experts. It's designed to help you get clarity on your IB situation, whether it's CAS, subject choices, exam preparation, or anything else. You'll walk away with a clear, personalised plan and actionable next steps.

Yes, absolutely! The Lanterna IB consultation is 100% free with no obligation to book tutoring. We believe in providing valuable support and guidance to IB students and parents, helping you understand your options and feel more confident about your IB journey.

Our Student Success Experts can help you brainstorm unique CAS ideas tailored to your interests, understand the requirements, and develop a strategy for documenting your experiences effectively. While tutors don't directly "do" your CAS, they can provide guidance on time management, reflection techniques, and how to connect your CAS experiences to your broader IB learning, ensuring you meet all criteria.

Yes, beyond CAS, Lanterna provides expert support across all IB subjects (SL and HL), Internal Assessments (IAs), Extended Essays (EEs), Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and exam preparation. Our global network of 600+ tutors includes high-scoring IB graduates, experienced IB teachers, and examiners, ready to provide personalised, one-to-one guidance.

The free IB consultation is for anyone involved in the IB Diploma Programme – students, parents, or both together. Whether you're just starting DP1, in the thick of DP2, or even considering the IB, if you have questions, concerns, or just want a clear plan, our Student Success Experts are here to help.