We have adopted this Internationally renowned educational framework to create a student-focused and inquiry-driven learning atmosphere. Moreover, our teachers also benefit from ongoing professional development that meets global standards, enabling us to develop lifelong learners.
Our mission is to instil inquiry, creativity, and critical thinking in students through the IB PYP programme. We are committed to consistently provide education that helps students become globally-minded individuals, prepared to excel in a constantly changing world.
The City School Bahria Chapter is a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB world school. These are schools that share a common philosophy- a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that the The City School Bahria Chapter believes is important for the students
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) was introduced in 1997. It followed the introduction of the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP) – established respectively in 1994 and 1968. The IB PYP is designed to cultivate curiosity, inspire inquiry-based learning, and encourage the learners to engage with global challenges. It builds on their natural sense of wonder and transforms their learning experience through a holistic, child-centered approach.
At the heart of our programme is the IB Learner Profile, which shapes our students into inquirers, communicators, risk-takers, and principled life long learners. This profile nurtures well-rounded learners who are prepared to contribute meaningfully to the world.This programme also focuses on developing empathy, confidence, and a positive mindset, developing our learners into active contributors in their communities.
IB offers transdisciplinary teaching and learning opportunities which develops conceptual understanding leading to meaningful learning. Inquiry-Based Learning in the Primary Years Programme (PYP) focuses on students exploring and investigating questions and problems that spark their curiosity.
We help students understand diverse cultures and global issues, developing open-mindedness and help them become global citizens.
The IB PYP supports emotional, social, and academic growth, developing well-rounded learners. Students actively explore topics, ask questions, and make connections across different subjects catering to multiple learning styles.
The IB PYP nurtures strong communication skills and teamwork through group projects and discussions with the International Community.
Lessons are connected to real-world global challenges, preparing students for future success
IB PYP curriculum is built on six transdisciplinary themes that develop conceptual understanding and critical thinking in students through development of learner profiles and approaches to learning.. It integrates disciplines of Language Acquisition, Social Sciences, Numeracy, Physical Education, Performing Arts, and Visual Art as continuous learning continuums.
We develop student agency by encouraging students to take ownership of their learning, making choices that drive their academic and personal growth.
Our state-of-the-art campus, including interactive classrooms and outdoor learning spaces, offers an ideal environment for our students to explore, create, and collaborate. The City School IB PYP programme provides a supportive and innovative setting where students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
The school’s balanced and differentiated approach to assessment that includes both ongoing formative and end of unit summative assessments. This helps us understand each student’s growth while providing personalized feedback, guiding them on their unique learning journey. The assessments cater to individual learning styles of students.
We offer a wide range of day school activities focusing on developing skills in learners. We offer oratory sessions, foreign language, visual arts, personal, social, and physical education (PSPE) sessions to our students.
We believe in building strong partnerships with parents, considering the major role they play in their child’s success. We encourage parental involvement through collaborative learning opportunities, workshops, volunteer opportunities, and regular communication to ensure a thriving school community.
Our admissions process is designed to be welcoming and straightforward. We invite families to explore our school, learn more about the IB PYP, and join our exceptional community of lifelong learners.
