How is IB introduced to children?

The PYP framework focus on inquiry, international mindedness and interdisciplinary teaching and learning. This is done throughout the day in addition to a focused study on their unit of inquiry. Inquiry involves questioning and seeking formation. Teachers model and teach students how to ask good questions and look for answers. Students take an active part in their learning. International-mindedness begins with students understanding and appreciating their their own culture so they are able to be open-minded of others. We spend time learning about the learner profile, which defines the type of people we are working to become: Inquirers , knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced and reflective. We also want students and staff to develop these attitudes: appreciation, commitment, confidence, cooperation, creativity, curiosity, empathy, enthusiasm, independence, integrity, respect and tolerance. Interdisciplinary teaching occurs when we study a big concept which connects many subjects. Students may learn about ecosystems and apply it to science, social studies, art, mathematics, english, PSM, P.E.