IB PYP Singapore

The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) is an educational framework designed to foster holistic development and cultivate a lifelong love for learning in students. Underpinned by Australian Curriculum standards, our students actively build on their knowledge and their understanding of the world around them. By taking increasing responsibility for their learning, they develop all the attributes that will lead them to success in Secondary School and beyond.

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The IB PYP is an internationally recognised educational programme aimed at students aged 3 to 12 years. It provides a balanced, inquiry-based approach to learning that empowers students to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners. The programme focuses on developing students’ academic, personal, and social skills, nurturing their curiosity, and promoting intercultural understanding.

There are several compelling reasons to choose IB PYP for your child’s education:

Holistic Development: IB PYP emphasises the development of the whole child, fostering their intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth.

Inquiry-Based Learning: The programme encourages students to ask questions, investigate, and explore concepts in-depth, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

International Mindedness: IB PYP promotes intercultural understanding and appreciation, preparing students to thrive in an increasingly globalised world.

Student-Centred Approach: The program recognises and values students’ voices, actively involving them in their learning journey and encouraging self-reflection.

• Inquirers: Curious learners who develop research skills
• Knowledgeable: Explore concepts across disciplines
• Thinkers: Apply critical thinking to complex problems
• Communicators: Express ideas confidently in multiple languages
• Principled: Act with integrity and fairness
• Open-minded: Appreciate different cultures and perspectives
• Caring: Show empathy and respect for others
• Risk-takers: Approach uncertainty with courage
• Balanced: Understand the importance of wellbeing
• Reflective: Consider their own learning and growth

Researching IB PYP schools from overseas? Schedule an online consultation with our admissions team to discover how AIS develops the IB Learner Profile attributes.

The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) is not only what is taught, but how it’s taught.

• Inquiry, as the leading pedagogical approach of the PYP, is recognised as allowing students to be actively involved in their own learning and to take responsibility for that learning.
• Guided Inquiry allows your child’s understanding of the world to develop in a manner and at a rate that is unique to them.
• Explicit teaching, practice and consolidation to mastery is evident in all learning spaces.

The IB PYP covers six subject areas: Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, The Arts, and Personal, Social and Physical Education. The IB PYP gives students an advantage by developing key skills, such as critical thinking, by connecting learning to real‑world applications.

See how AIS delivers these subjects on our Elementary Curriculum page.

The IB PYP utilises a comprehensive assessment framework that focuses on evaluating students’ understanding, skills, and attitudes. Assessment in IB PYP is criterion-referenced, meaning students’ achievements are measured against predetermined criteria rather than being compared to their peers.

Assessment methods in IB PYP include oral assessment tasks, teacher observations, student portfolios, projects, tests, student lead presentations, and collaborative work. The program encourages students to self-assess and reflect on their learning progress.

The PYP Exhibition is the culminating project of the IB Primary Years Programme. In Year 5, students undertake an extended, collaborative inquiry into a real-world issue of significance.

During the PYP Exhibition, students:

• Identify a real issue they want to explore
• Conduct in-depth research using primary and secondary sources
• Take action to make a difference in their community
• Present their findings to parents, teachers, and peers

The IB PYP provides a strong foundation for students’ continued educational journey at AIS Singapore:

Secondary Pathways:

• Elementary Curriculum
• Cambridge IGCSE
• IB Diploma Programme
• Higher School Certificate (HSC)

The Australian International School (AIS) provides an excellent environment for students to develop skills, knowledge and understanding within the IB PYP framework and Australian Curriculum (ACARA). 

Here are a few reasons why AIS Singapore is a top choice:

• Experienced Faculty: AIS boasts a team of highly qualified and experienced educators who are dedicated to delivering a quality IB PYP education.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: AIS offers modern facilities and resources that support student learning and engagement across various disciplines.
• Global Perspective: AIS embraces a multicultural environment, fostering intercultural understanding and global citizenship amongst our international community.
• Co-Curricular Activities: The school provides a wide range of co-curricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service, enhancing students’ overall development.