PYP

PYP Learner Profile Focus: Inquirers 

Celebrating Curiosity and Lifelong Learning 

At Beaumaris North Primary we believe that curiosity is the spark that ignites lifelong learning. This month, we’re celebrating the PYP Learner Profile attribute “Inquirers”—students who ask questions, explore ideas, and seek to understand the world around them. 

 What is an Inquirer? 

Inquirers nurture their curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. They know how to learn independently and with others. They learn with enthusiasm and sustain their love of learning throughout life. 

We encourage our students to be active participants in their learning, both in the classroom and beyond. 

What Our Students Say 

Aiden Year 6 PYP Leader 

To be an inquirer means to keep thinking, asking questions, and exploring new ideas. 

In Year 5, when I was learning about natural disasters, I felt really confident with my topic. I did lots of research on floods and knew my topic inside out. I even created a detailed model that showed how a real flood works. 

This happened because I was being an inquirer—I researched deeply, asked questions, and found ways to show what I had learned. I was proud of how I represented my learning. 

Mia Year 6 

 To be an inquirer means being open to new ideas. You research, ask questions, and find things out. Sometimes it’s something you’re really interested in. When we were learning about Pythagoras’ Theorem in class, I asked a friend about it because I was curious. That night, I asked my tutor to explain more, and she did. I was interested and wanted to keep learning. 

Kiana Year 6 

Being an inquirer means asking questions when you’re not sure about something and wanting to know more. During the Exhibition, when we were working on our lines of inquiry, I had to really think about what each question meant. I asked my team members and then kept asking more questions. They kept giving me answers, and it all started to make sense. 

Nora Year 6  

When we interviewed someone from World Vision for our action in our Year 6 Exhibition, we were all being inquirers. We asked lots of questions, and that gave us more information—not just for our group, but for the whole year level. Being an inquirer means asking questions even when you feel nervous or unsure if it’s the right question. That’s how we learn more. 

Cultivating Inquirers 

At Beaumaris North, our teachers create learning environments that spark curiosity and encourage deep thinking. Through open-ended questions, real-world provocations, and collaborative learning, they help students explore topics that matter to them. 

Inquiry is at the heart of our teaching and learning, closely aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and VTLM 2.0, ensuring that every learning experience is both meaningful and connected to real-world understanding. 

Home Connections 

Tips for families to support inquiry at home: 

• Encourage children to ask “why” and “how” 

• Visit the local library or museum 

• Explore topics of interest together 

Inquiry in Action  

• Assembly Presentations – Students showcase their learning journeys and share how inquiry has helped them explore real-world issues every fortnight at our Monday assemblies. 

• Year 6 Exhibition Week 4 – A celebration of student-led inquiry, where Year 6 students present their passions, research, and actions to inspire change.