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PRIMARY YEARS PROGRAMME (PYP)

An inquiry based teaching and learning methodology that aims to develop an independent, confident and committed student.

The whole school community, including parents, are viewed as partners in learning who can actively contribute to a holistic educational experience. This empowers the student to take control of their learning and boost their confidence and self-motivation.

The programme is designed to equip the student for a successful life, focusing on five essential elements:

  • Knowledge
  • Concepts
  • Skills
  • Attitudes
  • Action

At TRINS, the students are guided by six trans-disciplinary themes of global significance. This helps them to deepen their learning by developing their conceptual understanding, strengthening their knowledge and skills across and beyond their subject areas.

THE SIX TRANSDISCIPLINARY THEMES

The programme aims to mould the students to be:

  • Inquirers: Encourage curiosity about everything around, incite a curiosity to learn more and question facts.
  • Knowledgeable: Explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In doing so, they acquire an in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
  • Thinkers: Exercise application of thinking critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
  • Communicators: Understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication.
  • Principled: Act with integrity and honesty with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.
  • Open-minded: Understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
  • Caring: Show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.
  • Risk-takers: Approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. To be brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.
  • Balanced: Understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.
  • Reflective: Give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. To be able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.

The Impact of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) on Student Development

The IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) at TRINS focuses on holistic development, ensuring students gain the social, emotional, and ethical skills required for personal growth, in addition to academic excellence. The inquiry-based approach helps students explore real-world issues, fostering a deep understanding of how they can make positive contributions to their communities and the world.
By encouraging inquiry and exploration, the IB PYP enables students to connect learning across subjects and develop problem-solving skills that are essential for global citizenship. Students become knowledgeable in local and global contexts, preparing them for a successful future.

Developing a Transdisciplinary Programme of Inquiry

At the heart of the IB PYP at TRINS is a well-designed transdisciplinary programme of inquiry, where students engage with IB transdisciplinary themes that go beyond traditional subject boundaries. These themes—such as How We Express Ourselves and Where We Are in Place and Time—allow students to delve into complex ideas, fostering critical thinking and intellectual curiosity.
The programme of inquiry integrates knowledge from multiple disciplines, encouraging students to explore big ideas and global challenges. This approach builds deeper understanding and critical thinking skills, which are essential for success in the IB Primary years and beyond.

Collaboration in the IB Primary Years Programme

Collaboration is key to the IB Primary Years Programme at TRINS. Students, teachers, and parents work together to ensure a supportive environment that promotes student success. By creating a close-knit learning community, students are encouraged to work collaboratively with their peers, sharing knowledge and challenging one another to think critically.
Teachers act as facilitators in the PYP, guiding students through the inquiry process while parents play an active role by supporting learning at home. This partnership strengthens the learning process and enhances students’ engagement in the IB PYP curriculum.
PYP Exhibition: The Culmination of the IB Primary Years Programme
The PYP Exhibition is a significant event in the IB Primary Years Programme, representing the culmination of students’ learning in the PYP. It allows students to showcase their inquiry-based projects on important local or global issues, demonstrating their mastery of the IB transdisciplinary themes and their ability to apply their knowledge and skills.
This exhibition is not just an academic exercise but a platform where students take responsibility for their learning. Through collaboration, research, and presentation, they demonstrate the values and skills they’ve developed throughout their journey in the IB Primary Years Programme.

Preparing for Future Success with the IB PYP

The IB PYP at TRINS equips students with the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to transition smoothly into the next stage of their education, such as the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) or other academic pathways. The inquiry-based learning approach and the IB PYP themes provide students with a robust foundation, helping them become adaptable, creative, and critical thinkers in an ever-changing world.
TRINS is proud to prepare students for future success by fostering a love of learning and developing well-rounded individuals who are ready to take on global challenges.