Primary Years Programme (PYP)

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• The Principles 

  A unique feature of the PYP is the transdisciplinary nature of the programme. Wherever possible, knowledge and skills associated with social studies, science, literacy, numeracy, and fine arts are integrated into our Programme of Inquiry (POI). From Grade 1 to 5, students engage in six units of inquiry each year, and five units in Kindergarten. This provides the time to learn new concepts and engage in meaningful play. The POI is reviewed annually to ensure alignment with the BC Ministry of Education’s curricular expectations, along with consistency across, and within, the grades. Standalone instruction in specific literacy and numeracy skills also play a part in our balanced programming, ensuring students are set up for success by providing solid foundational skills.

• The Program Components

  Our Language Acquisition program features French exclusively in the PYP from Kindergarten to Grade 4, along with physical education and music, are taught by specialists, and are a regular part of a student’s timetable throughout the week. In preparation for the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Grade 5 students are exposed to both French and Spanish. At the end of the year, the family decides which language the student will continue to learn in MYP. Outdoor Experiential Education (OEE) is part of the programming for Grade 4 and 5 as they engage in experiences that drive them to apply a variety of skills. They develop their character and build an appreciation for our natural world.