It is defined by six transdisciplinary themes of global. A driving force behind the pyp is a deeply held philosophy about the nature of international education, a. The curriculum framework focuses on the total growth of the developing child, touching hearts as well as minds and encompassing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs in addition to academic welfare. The main aim of assessment in the pyp at kis is to provide feedback on the learning process and the develop ment of the five essential elements to inform further learning. The primary years programme pyp presents schools with a comprehensive plan for high quality, international education. It is the first part of the ib s curriculum for 31819 year olds, culminating in the diploma programme, an internationally recognised and respected post18 qualification. It is defined by six transdisciplinary themes of global significance, explored using knowledge and skills derived from six subject. Primary years program pyp overview hiroshima international school is an authorised ib world school offering the primary, years program pyp of theinternational baccalaureate ib this is an international. Primary years programme a curriculum framework for. Pyp programme of inquiry the program of inquiry describes the king fahad academys enriched ib pyp curriculum. This reflects the wider picture of early childhood education, where new policies and frameworks, and. I believe that a student council contributes towards a positive school climate by giving students a voice and involving them in decision making at an appropriate level. It is a philosophy, a curriculum framework and a methodology. Myp in 1994 and the primary years programme pyp in 1997, the ib identified a continuum of international education for students aged 3 to 19.
Personal, social and physical education scope and sequence. Pyp grade 3 mathematics international baccalaureate. The ib primary years programme pyp is a curriculum framework designed for students aged 3 to 12. Alignment between the international baccalaureate and the national australian curriculum 2015 this study investigates how schools in a number of different australian states have incorporated the requirements of the national curriculum into the ib primary years programme pyp framework. Written by experts and tailored to the needs of primary pupils. The international baccalaureate ib primary years programme pyp is a curriculum designed for students aged 311. The isa primary years programme pyp offers children, ages 311, a worldwide perspective on education by encouraging our young learners to share knowledge, experiences and ideas through an inquirybased curriculum. Personal, social and physical education scope and sequence 1 introduction to the pyp personal, social and physical education scope and sequence the information in this scope and sequence document should be read in conjunction with the personal, social and physical education pspe subject annex in making the pyp happen. The school is pursuing authorization as an ib world school.
Primary years programme physical education scope and. The pyp is flexible enough to accommodate the demands of most national or local curriculums and provides the best preparation for students to engage in the ib middle years programme. The primary years programme pyp provides a comprehensive, inquirybased approach to teaching and learning. The pyps pedagogy is embedded in best practices for teaching young children, following an inquirybased, transdisciplinary and holistic approach to learning.
He finds interest in curriculum mapping especially done through online mapping platforms as well as teaching through inquiry. Issh curriculum guide early years grade 5 2016 2017. Schools work with the five elements to construct a. The primary years programme pyp represents a combination of wideranging research and experience. In 2004 auburn south was authorised as a pyp school. The primary years programme pyp curriculum handbook. The international school of schaffhausen issh is committed to the development of the international baccalaureate ib primary years programme pyp from early years 1 to grade 5. Icse curriculum making it to ivy league schools ep. A curriculum framework for international primary education 2009. Ib programmes aim to increase access to the curriculum and engagement in learning for all students. Ib primary years programme pyp curriculum guide by sis. Overall expectations for each subject, within each age range. Vientianeinternationalschoolsmissionistochallenge,inspireandpreparelearnersforlife.
Pyp curriculum guide hiroshima international school. At the pyp level, service opportunities stem from the action cycle. The pyp strives for a balance between the search for understanding, the acquisition of essential knowledge and skills, the development of positive attitudes and the opportunity for positive. He is also an ib educator and is part of the curriculum connections pilot program through the ib.
The ib primary years programme international baccalaureate. Assessment 2 calculationlarger numbers the numbers 100 to 999 objective. The international baccalaureate primary years programme pyp is an international curriculum for children in the 312 year age range. Inquiry in a pyp curriculum is structured around important concepts allowing students to construct meaning of their own learning through improved critical thinking and transfer of knowledge. See more ideas about teaching, ib classroom and around the world theme. Ib pyp curriculum guide 201718 international school of paris 6 curriculum f ramework the aim of the pyp, to create a curriculum that is engaging, relevant, challenging and significant, is achieved through structured inquiry and the development of five essential elements. The ib primary years programme addresses students academic, social and emotional wellbeing encourages students to develop independence and to take. Throughout the year the children will explore six units. It emphasizes learning through active inquiry and aims to develop the whole child to meet certain competencies and attitudes outlined in.
The international baccalaureate primary years programme pyp is an educational programme managed by the international baccalaureate ib for students aged 3 to 12. The ib primary years programme pyp, is the first curriculum framework for international primary schools, designed for students ages three to ten grades preschool through five. The exhibition is the culmination of the primary years program. International baccalaureate primary years program pyp.
Students initiate ideas to make a difference and take action at any time. Through its inquiryled, transdisciplinary framework, the pyp challenges students to think for themselves and take responsibility for their learning as they explore local and. The primary years programme is a rigorous, international curriculum for students in the age group of 3 11 years. Early years education in the primary years programme pyp.
Each grade level addresses six transdisciplinary themes in a sequence of instructional units that build on the work of previous grade levels. What is the age range of children on your programme. Offering full coverage of the cambridge primary science curriculum framework. Science in the curriculum encourages curiosity, develops an understanding of the world and enables students to develop a sense of responsibility regarding the impact of their actions on. In the pyp a balance is sought between acquisition of essential knowledge and skills, development of conceptual understanding, demonstration of positive attitudes, and taking responsible action. Primary years programme pyp at stonehill international school, bangalore duration. Primary years programme international school of amsterdam. Page 9 the primary years programme page 10 assessment page reporting page 14 research and resources page 16 program of inquiry page 20 specialist areas table of c. The learner in the enhanced pyp international baccalaureate. The taught curriculum is the written curriculum in action. Pyp is the official curriculum framework and teaching methodology of the international baccalaureate organization which was developed to meet the needs of children in the primary years preschool grade 5.
The pyp is an international framework which focuses on the development of the whole child addressing social, physical, emotional, cultural and academic needs for learners. These are schools that share a common philosophya commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that new world private school believes is important for our. A curriculum framework for international primary education a curriculum framework for international primary education what are the beliefs and values that drive the pyp. The pyp framework allows for the australian curriculum and the western australian curriculum to be taught through inquiry. Pedagogical leadership in a pyp school 1 introduction this document needs to be read in conjunction with making the pyp happen. The primary years program has identified six areas of knowledge, called transdisciplinary themes, that are considered to be of lasting significance for students in pyp schools anywhere in the world. It is offered by the international baccalaureate organisation and is a part of the ib continuum that has a curricular framework for students from k 12.
Curriculum guide 201718 international school of paris. The focus of the pyp is on student learning and developing an internationally educated person. The pyp is complex, but can be broken down into five essential elements that create the learning context at international school ho chi minh city ishcmc. The primary years programme pyp is designed for students aged from three to eleven years. The curriculum caters to the development of the whole child in all areas of learning. The ib pyp was developed by member schools around the world and is administered by the international baccalaureate according to whom. The pyp exhibition april grade 5 is a special year in the pyp.
These expectations are arranged into seven strands. It provides schools with a curriculum framework of essential elements the knowledge, concepts, skills, attitudes, and action that young students need to equip them for successful lives, both now and in the future. International baccalaureate 07 the ib continuum at neev 10 the primary years programme 12 pyp curriculum framework 12 elements of the pyp framework 15 inquiry in the pyp 22 subject area of the pyp 25 assessment in the pyp 31 pyp at neev 36 our learning journey 44 neev after school activities 45 neev continuum 47 image of the. Pyp science in the pyp, science is viewed as the exploration of the behaviors of, and the interrelationships among, the natural, physical and material worlds. New world private school has become a candidate school for the ib primary years programme. The ib primary years programme frames the learning activities. The international baccalaureate ib primary years programme. The pyp approach encompasses social, emotional, physical and cultural needs as. Making the pyp happen pedagogical leadership in a pyp school. As our school is an authorized primary years program pyp school, our curriculum is developed around integrated units of inquiry. A curriculum framework for international primary education is an indepth guide to all aspects of student learning in the context of the primary years programme pyp of the international.
The assessment component in the schools curriculum can itself be subdivided into three closely related areas. On completion of the lesson the student will be able to count to 999, skip count. Stay up to date with pyp international baccalaureate. This means that our students are active participants in their education learning through questioning and exploration. A curriculum framework for international primary education is an indepth guide to all aspects of student learning in the context of the primary years programme pyp of. The programme allows for curriculum differentiation so that every boys educational needs are catered for. International baccalaureate primary years programme pyp.
The ib primary years programme pyp for children aged 3 12 nurtures and develops young students as caring, active participants in a lifelong journey of learning. Ris offers the pyp from early years 1 ey1 up to grade 5. Therefore, in the written curriculum the essential elements of learningknowledge, concepts, skills, attitudes and actionare identified. There is a sense that the best way or ways to do early years programmes is still an open question. The primary years programme pyp is designed for students between the ages of 3 and 12. Primary years programme pyp international baccalaureate. At raha international school the international baccalaureate primary years programme pyp is taught from ey1 45 year old to grade 5 1011 year olds, however, in some ib schools the programme extends from 312 year olds. As students explore a range of broad concepts, they gain deep understandings of significant ideas within each discipline and across subject areas at the. Arts scope and sequence 1 introduction to the pyp arts scope and sequence the information in this scope and sequence document should be read in conjunction with the arts subject annex in making the pyp happen. Inquirybased mathematics resources for the ib primary years programme. These themes provide a framework for teachers to design units of inquiry that incorporate statenationallocal content area standards as well as opportunities for. Welcome to the handbook that explains the framework for learning at our primary school the international baccalaureate primary years programme ib pyp.
Clair school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color. The age range at dbs is 5yrs year 1 to 11yrs year 6. In the pyp the importance of the traditional subject areas is acknowledged. Through both the curriculum and teaching it aims to develop the intellectual, emotional and physical potential of each child, in a secure and stimulating environment. While the programme prepares students for the ib middle years programme, it is not a prerequisite for it. Students in grade 5 engage in a collaborative, transdisciplinary inquiry process, known as the exhibition, under the guidance of their teachers and mentors. The subject areas of the pyp are language, social studies, mathematics, science and technology, arts, and personal, social and. It focuses on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both in the classroom and in the world outside. Ib primary years programme issh curriculum guide early. These units are designed around six organizing themes that are intended to reinforce and impart an international perspective towards learning. The taught curriculum is a direct reflection of the written curriculum.