From the Acting Assistant Principal

The PYP Corner – Growing Curious Minds 

What does it mean to be an IB learner at Heany Park Primary School?

At Heany Park Primary School, we believe learning is about much more than remembering facts and finding the right answers. It is about nurturing curious, confident and compassionate young people who ask questions, think critically, make connections and take meaningful action.

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) school, we encourage students to take an active role in their learning. Through inquiry, students are supported to explore big ideas, investigate real-world issues and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

One of the exciting features of the PYP is transdisciplinary learning. This means students make meaningful connections across different learning areas rather than always exploring subjects in isolation. For example, an inquiry into light and sound might involve scientific investigations, imaginative writing, mathematical thinking and creative expression.

Central to the PYP is the IB Learner Profile, which encourages students to develop attributes such as being inquirers, thinkers, communicators, caring and reflective learners. These attributes are not just for the classroom; they help shape how our students interact with others, approach challenges and contribute to their communities.

Bringing the PYP Home – A Question to Spark Curiosity

This week, try asking your child:

“What is something you have been wondering about lately, and how could we find out more?”

Sometimes the most meaningful learning begins with a simple question!

We look forward to sharing more about the PYP in upcoming newsletters, celebrating the wonderful learning taking place across our school and exploring how families can support their child's journey as an IB learner.

Kind regards

Eshani Shantha

Acting Assistant Principal