Change: The Concept That Defines Life

Change: The Concept That Defines Life

When we think about the seven PYP specified concepts, form, function, connection, perspective, responsibility, causation, and change, each of them offers us a powerful lens to look at the world. But if I had to choose one that resonates most deeply with me, it would...
Embracing Flexibility in the PYP

Embracing Flexibility in the PYP

How many learner profile attributes should be in a unit? How many integrations do we need? How many skills should we focus on per unit? How many weeks should the unit last? How many additional concepts per unit? Do we share the central idea at the beginning? Which...
Planning Units of Inquiry

Planning Units of Inquiry

In the PYP, the success of a unit of inquiry lies in its ability to engage students as active inquirers. Central to this engagement is the thoughtful design of teacher questions that guide and provoke meaningful exploration. In this blog, we will delve into the...
PYP Policies: Tips and ideas

PYP Policies: Tips and ideas

Culture 1: The school secures access to an IB education for the broadest possible range of students. (0301-01) Culture 1.1: The school implements and reviews an access and/or admissions policy that clearly describes the conditions for participation in the school’s...