PYP at Pledge Harbor: Inspiring Inquiry and Growth

At Pledge Harbor International School, the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) provides an inquiry-based framework for children aged 3 to 12. Through a transdisciplinary approach, students develop conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and a global perspective.

Our curriculum spans languages, social studies, mathematics, arts, science, and personal, social, and physical education, ensuring meaningful connections across subjects. Units of Inquiry foster exploration, encouraging students to ask questions, solve problems, and construct knowledge in real-world contexts.

Guided by the PYP philosophy, we nurture curious, knowledgeable, and open-minded learners, preparing them for a lifetime of learning and responsible global citizenship.

PYP Curriculum Information

The PYP is an inquiry based Curriculum.

The Primary Years Programme (PYP) at PHIS is an inquiry-based curriculum structured around six transdisciplinary themes, guiding teachers to develop meaningful and engaging inquiries. These themes allow students to deeply explore significant ideas, making real-world connections beyond the classroom. The PYP ensures that learning is both challenging and engaging, empowering students to take ownership of their education.

Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that students learn best through active exploration. Each unit of inquiry provides an in-depth investigation of important concepts, encouraging students to collaborate, think critically, and apply their knowledge in creative ways. Teachers continually assess student understanding, gathering evidence of their learning through individual and group activities.

Beyond the core curriculum, students engage in specialist classes that further enrich their learning journey. These include Bangla, Sports, Performing Arts, Music, Drama, and Spanish, allowing students to develop diverse skills and interests. Learning extends beyond the classroom through extracurricular activities such as Clubs, Swimming, After-School Activities, and CAS (Creativity, Activity, and Service), fostering a well-rounded education.

Every day presents an opportunity to explore the world in meaningful ways. The IB Learner Profile provides a model for students and parents to understand the qualities that PYP learners strive to be: Inquirers, Thinkers, Communicators, Risk-Takers, Knowledgeable, Principled, Open-Minded, Caring, Balanced, and Reflective. These attributes reflect the holistic nature of an IB education, and our educators help students develop and demonstrate them throughout their learning journey. Through structured play, hands-on experiences, and meaningful interactions, we support students in developing essential communication and thinking skills.

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Six Themes

  • Sharing the planet
  • Where we are in place and time
  • How the world works
  • Who we are
  • How we express ourselves
  • How we organize ourselves

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