Subject Overviews 
Language and Literature (English)

Language and Literature in the IB Track will encourage students to immerse themselves in a range of texts and genres. Students will hone their skills in analysing, producing text, organising ideas, and using language in both written and verbal contexts. Across the MYP, Language and Literature lessons will involve a variety of activities designed to inspire students to think creatively, understand different perspectives, communicate their ideas effectively, and make connections to the world around them. Students will visit the library every two weeks. It is important that they read widely and often; your support in promoting reading as a valuable tool for lifelong learning will be greatly appreciated!
 

Language Acquisition (German, Spanish or French)

Learning a language is opening your mind to a new world and allowing yourself to grow as a human being and to create greater connections with other people around the globe. We will be guiding your children in a communicative and interactive approach of learning languages, where they will communicate in the target language and experience culture, traditions, folklore and gastronomy to name but a few… In our lessons the four communicative skills will play a fundamental role and your children will be able to improve their speaking, writing, listening and reading throughout a variety of activities and projects.

Mathematics

Mathematics in the Middle Years Programme (MYP) of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum is taught with a focus on the concepts: Form, Relationships and Logic.

Students are assessed on their progress against the four objectives for MYP mathematics:

• Knowing and understanding

• Investigating patterns

• Communicating

• Applying mathematics in real life contexts 

 

Sciences

The subject is made up of all three main sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) with some additional aspects of geology and space science added when needed.  Naturally this will be a balanced mix, with the trend continuing through to MYP 4 and MYP 5 where we will be aiming our studies to allow participation in the Assessments held by the IBO at the end of MYP 5.

We expect a good mix of thinking, doing and evaluating as a vehicle to move forward with a good understanding of the natural world and naturally as a spring board into the world of the holistic nature of the IBO studies. 

 

Individuals & Societies

MYP Individuals & Societies combines the disciplines traditionally studied under humanities and the social sciences, with an aim to encourage students to respect and understand the world around them. An inquiry-based subject, the course encourages students to critically examine historical, geographical, socio-political, economic, and cultural factors that influence individuals, societies and the environment.

Examples of topics explored in MYP Individuals & Societies include:

• Demographics and human movements

• Significant individuals

• Trade, aid and exchange

• Ecological relationships

 

Integrated Arts

In Integrated Arts students will develop their skills and understanding through creative processes and understanding the contexts that surround the creation of art and developing their perspectives on the world. The provision is made up of Music, Drama and Visual Art, taught by subject specialists. The children will be taught in 6 week blocks, on a rotating schedule.

We have four key concepts in the Arts upon which our curriculum is built.

• Identity

• Aesthetics

• Change

• Communication

 

Design 

Design is the link between innovation and creativity, taking thoughts and exploring the possibilities and constraints associated with products or systems, allowing them to redefine and manage the generation of further thought through prototyping, experimentation and adaptation. It is human-centred and focuses on the needs, wants and limitations of the end user. 

 

Physical and Health Education

Physical and health education focuses on the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes that will contribute to a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Through practical active learning, students have the opportunity to build positive relationships and a sense of social responsibility. PHE will include developing skills from various individual and team orientated sport disciplines while exploring different key concepts within sports and health, for example change, communication and relationships. 

 

Social and Emotional Learning 

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. 

 

CASEL (Collaborative for academic, social, and emotional learning). 

 

These skills are implanted through five competencies:

Self –awareness/Self – management/Social - awareness/Relationship skills/Responsible decision making.