Curriculum

ESF Curriculum - International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP)

The most significant and distinctive feature of the IB Primary Years Programme is the six transdisciplinary themes. These themes are supported by knowledge, concept, and skills from the traditional subject areas but utilise them in ways beyond individual subject areas to support the transdisciplinary and conceptual model of teaching and learning.

The six transdisciplinary themes are:

Who we are
Where we are in place and time
How we express ourselves
How the world works
How we organise ourselves
Sharing the planet

Students inquire into, and learn about, these globally significant issues in the context of units of inquiry, each of these Units of Inquiry (UOI) addresses a central idea relevant to a particular transdisciplinary theme. These units collectively constitute the school’s programme of Inquiry.

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Year 1 Curriculum Year 2 Curriculum Year 3 Curriculum Year 4 Curriculum Year 5 Curriculum Year 6 Curriculum

Year 1
Who We Are -Year-long- weekly lesson & August 14th - October 4th An inquiry into the nature of the self; of our beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Central Idea: Respecting ourselves, others and our environment helps us and our community be the best we can be Lines of Inquiry: Relationships with myself, others and the world around me- connection / causation Self management skills that help us become independent -Form How factors impact my well-being- change Related Concepts: well being, relationships, staying safe, development, connection, values, community Learner Profile: Caring, Inquirer, Reflective, Knowledgeable, Balanced, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Risk Taker, Open Minded Approaches to Learning: Thinking Skills- critical thinking, creative thinking, information transfer skills, reflection & metacognition Research Skills- information literacy Communication Skills- exchanging information, literacy Social Skills- interpersonal relationships, social and emotional intelligence Self Management Skills- organisation, states of mind TD links: RSE, Expressive Arts, English, maths, PSHE, PE
How We Organise Ourselves	Where We Are in Place and Time	How The World Works	How We Express Ourselves
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the world.	An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations	An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.	An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.
Date: October 14th- November 22nd	Date: November 25th- February 21st	Date: February 24th - May 2nd	Date: May 5th- June 27th
People have different roles in the communities to which they belong	Celebrations connect people and cultures together	Changes influence our lives	People enjoy and experience different forms of arts
Lines of Inquiry Various communities we belong to- form Roles of people who are part of our communities- function How people take action in the community- responsibility	Lines of Inquiry The features of celebrations - form Celebrations around the world - function Similarities and differences between celebrations - connection	Lines of Inquiry The process of change - change Changes that occur in nature - connection What living things need in order to grow and change - function	Lines of Inquiry Different art forms- form Ways of creating art- perspective Materials and tools used in creating art - function
Related Concepts: Communities, Roles, Action	Related Concepts: Celebrations, culture, family, community	Related Concepts: Change, cycles, properties, similarities, differences,	Related Concepts: Form, music, dance, drama, art, materials, expression
Learner Profile: Communicator, Caring, Inquirer	Learner Profile: Open-Minded, Knowledgeable, Inquirer	Learner Profile: Thinker, Inquirer, Principled	Learner Profile: Balanced, Communicator, Open-minded
Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication, Social, Self Management	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication, Social, Self Management	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication, Social, Self Management	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication, Social, Self Management

TD links: Chinese, Maths, English, Social Studies, PE, IT	TD links: Chinese, Maths, English, Social Studies, Expressive Arts	TD links: Maths, English, Science, Expressive Arts	TD links: Maths, English, Expressive Arts, RSE, IT
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Year 2

Who We Are -Year-long; August 14th- August 16th & a weekly lesson

An inquiry into the nature of the self; of our beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.

Central Idea:

Respecting ourselves, others and our environment helps us and our community be the best we can be

Lines of Inquiry:

Relationships with myself, others and the world around me- causation

How positive thinking can help us grow- change

Understanding, sharing and managing feelings and emotions- form/responsibility

Related Concepts:

Growth mindset, well being, relationships, staying safe, development, connection, values, community

Learner Profile:

Caring, Inquirer, Reflective, Knowledgeable, Balanced, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Risk Taker, Open Minded

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking Skills- critical thinking, creative thinking, information transfer skills, reflection & metacognition

Research Skills- information literacy

Communication Skills- exchanging information, literacy

Social Skills- interpersonal relationships, social and emotional intelligence

Self Management Skills- organisation, states of mind

TD links: RSE, The Arts, English, maths, PSHE

How We Express Ourselves-Year-long; September 16th- October 25th & January 6th- February 14th (parent presentation February 14th)

An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.

Central Idea:

Stories are shared in different ways

Lines of Inquiry:

Different ways people express thoughts, feelings and ideas - form

Tools and techniques that artists and writers use - function

how people can interpret art and stories in many ways - perspective

Related Concepts:

Creativity, Expression, Feelings, Structure, Technique, Imitation, Innovation, Invention

Learner Profile:

Knowledgeable, Thinker, Communicator

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking Skills, Research Skills, Communication Skills

TD links:

RSE, Expressive Arts, English, PSHE

How We Organise Ourselves

Where We Are in Place and Time

How The World Works

Sharing The Planet

An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the world.

An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations

An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technology

An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.

Date: August 19th - September 13th

Date: October 28th- December 13th

Date: February 17th - April 4th

Date: April 21st - June 27th

Systems are designed to meet needs and solve problems

Every family has a story

Scientists investigate and explore to understand the world

Living things depend on each other to survive

Lines of Inquiry

Systems we use and need - function

Systems rely on cooperation- responsibility

Lines of Inquiry

People, places and events that are special for our family - connection

Similarities and differences in different families- causation

milestones that create personal histories- perspective

Lines of Inquiry

The different things scientists do- perspective

Actions and reactions - causation

Lines of Inquiry

The ways living things are classified- function

Habitats within the environment -form

Cooperation between living things- connection

Related Concepts:

Systems, teamwork, problem solving

Related Concepts:
Personal history, identity, culture, traditions, beliefs

Related Concepts:
Science, scientists, changes, action, reaction

Related Concepts:

Habitat, interdependence, conservation

Learner Profile:

Communicator, Principled, Knowledgeable

Learner Profile:
Open-Minded, Communicator, Inquirer, Caring

Learner Profile:

Thinker, Principled, Inquirer

Learner Profile:

Communicator, Thinker, Inquirer, Knowledgeable

Approaches to Learning:
Communication, Social, Self Management

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking, Research, Communication,

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking, Research, Self Management

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking, Research, Communication

TD links: Maths, English, Social Studies, Chinese

TD links: Chinese, Maths, English, Social Studies

TD links: Maths, English, Science

TD links: Maths, English, Science, IT, Chinese

Year 3

Who We Are -Year-long; August 14th- August 30th/ January 6th- February 14th/ and one lesson weekly

Central Idea:

Respecting ourselves, others and our environment helps us and our community be the best we can be

Lines of Inquiry:

Relationships with myself, others and the world around me- causation

What makes people unique- form

Choices that keep our body healthy - responsibility

Related Concepts:

well being, relationships, staying safe, development, connection, values, community, body systems, choices, consequences, cultures, similarities, differences

Learner Profile:

Caring, Inquirer, Reflective, Knowledgeable, Balanced, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Risk Taker, Open Minded

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking Skills- critical thinking, creative thinking, information transfer skills, reflection & metacognition

Research Skills- information literacy

Communication Skills- exchanging information, literacy

Social Skills- interpersonal relationships, social and emotional intelligence

Self Management Skills- organisation, states of mind

TD links: RSE, Expressive Arts, English, maths, PSHE, PE, Chinese

How We Express Ourselves -Year-long; Weekly & April 28th- May 9th (Art Exhibition- 9th May)

An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.

Central Idea:

People express their ideas, feelings and creativity through art

Lines of Inquiry:

Collaboration through art - Form

Techniques and styles artists use- Function

Ways to communicate ideas, feelings and experiences - perspective

Related Concepts:

Creativity, Style, Technique

Learner Profile:

Open Minded, Communicator, Balanced

Approaches to Learning:
Communication Skills, Self-Management Skills

TD links:

Expressive Arts, English, PSHE

How We Organise Ourselves

Where We Are in Place and Time

Sharing The Planet

How The World Works

An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the world.

An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations

An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.

An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technology

Date: September 2nd - October 25th

Date: October 28th- December 13th

Date:February 17th - April 4th

Date: May 12th - June 27th

Public spaces are important for a community

Sharing our histories helps us understand each other

People make choices on how to use and share resources.

Scientists try to understand the changes that happen in our world

Lines of Inquiry

Different types of public spaces -function

How public spaces are designed- function

How people use public spaces -responsibility

Lines of Inquiry

Migration journeys of ourselves and people around us - perspective

The features of a map and how they work including geographical features- function

The similarities and differences of places around the world - connection

Lines of Inquiry

Natural resources used to make everyday products- function

Changes in natural resources - change

Responsible use of natural resources - responsibility

Lines of Inquiry

Cycles in nature- change

What scientists do- causation

Related Concepts:

Community, systems, human made

Related Concepts:

Geography, mapping, location, migration, culture, belonging, form,

Related Concepts:

Choice, sustainability, resources

Related Concepts:

Scientists, cycles, nature, natural world, variables, growth

Learner Profile:

Inquirer, Knowledgeable,Thinker

Learner Profile:
Inquirer, Thinker, Open-minded, Knowledgeable

Learner Profile:
Inquirer, Knowledgeable, Thinker, Caring

Learner Profile:
Inquirer, Knowledgeable, Thinker

Approaches to Learning:
Social, Thinking, Self Management

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking, Research, Communication, Social, Self Management

Approaches to Learning:

Thinking, Research, Communication

TD links:

HWEO, Social Studies, English, Maths, Library, IT

TD links:

HWEO, Chinese, English, Maths, Social Studies, RSE, Expressive Arts, IT, Library

TD links:

HWEO, Social Studies, English, Expressive Arts, Library

TD links:

Science, Maths, English, HWEO, Library

Year 4
Who We Are -Year-long & weekly & August 14th - August 30th & June 2nd- June 27th An inquiry into the nature of the self; of our beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Central Idea: Respecting ourselves, others and our environment helps us and our community be the best we can be Lines of Inquiry: Relationships with myself, others and the world around me- causation How we take responsibility for our well-being- responsibility Using our personal experiences as a vehicle to understand ourselves as learners- connection Related Concepts: well being, relationships, staying safe, development, connection, values, community Learner Profile: Caring, Inquirer, Reflective, Knowledgeable, Balanced, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Risk Taker, Open Minded Approaches to Learning: Thinking Skills- critical thinking, creative thinking, information transfer skills, reflection & metacognition Research Skills- information literacy Communication Skills- exchanging information, literacy Social Skills- interpersonal relationships, social and emotional intelligence Self Management Skills- organisation, states of mind TD links: RSE, The Arts, English, maths, PSHE
How We Express Ourselves	How We Organise Ourselves	How The World Works	Sharing The Planet	Where We Are in Place and Time
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. Parent Presentation - 24th October	An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organisations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the world.	An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.	An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.	An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations
Date: September 2nd - October 25th	Date: October 28th- - December 13th	Date: January 6th - February 21st	Date: February 24th- April 4th	Date: April 21st- May 30th
Our voice is an important form of expression to communicate ideas, emotions and feelings	Leadership/Camp etc	The Earth’s surface changes over time as a result of natural processes and human activities.	Living things need to adapt to survive	Learning about history helps us understand the relationship between the past and the present
Lines of Inquiry How sounds are created- Functionagend Way of using the voice to communicate ideas, emotions and feelings- Form The impact of our voice on others- Perspective		Lines of Inquiry How the Earth’s surface is continually changing- Function The impact of human activity on the Earth- Change The use of design and technology in response to changes in the environment- Causation	Lines of Inquiry How organisms are classified- form Why living things adapt- change How living things adapt or respond to environmental conditions- causation	Lines of Inquiry Ways to find out about history- Form Significant ideas and events connected to where we live- Connection
Related Concepts: Communication: expression, voice, impact, tone		Related Concepts: Tectonic plate, Climate, Geography, Weather	Related Concepts: Adaptation, Survival, Classification, Characteristics, Organisms	Related Concepts: Civilization, Continuity, Past, Present
Approaches to Learning: Research, Communication ,Self Management		Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication	Approaches to Learning: Research, Thinking, Communication	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Communication
Learner Profile: Communicator, Thinker, Risk Taker		Learner Profile: Inquirer, Knowledgeable, Thinker	Learner Profile: Inquirer, Knowledgeable, Thinker, Communicator	Learner Profile: Inquirer, Thinker, Reflective
TD links: English, PSHE, RSE, Science		TD links: Maths, Science, English	TD links: English, The Arts, Science, RSE	TD links: English, Social Studies

Year 5
Who We Are -Year-long - August- 14th- September 13th & (November 11-15 camp) & May 12th-16th(RSE) An inquiry into the nature of the self; of our beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. Central Idea: Respecting ourselves, others and our environment helps us and our community be the best we can be Lines of Inquiry: Relationships with myself, others and the world around me- causation Understanding myself as a lifelong learner- responsibility Creating effective communities- connection Related Concepts: well being, relationships, staying safe, development, connection, values, community, cooperation Learner Profile: Caring, Inquirer, Reflective, Knowledgeable, Balanced, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Risk Taker, Open Minded Approaches to Learning: Thinking Skills- critical thinking, creative thinking, information transfer skills, reflection & metacognition Research Skills- information literacy Communication Skills- exchanging information, literacy Social Skills- interpersonal relationships, social and emotional intelligence Self Management Skills- organisation, states of mind TD links: RSE, The Arts, English, maths, PSHE, RSE, Buddy Time
Sharing The Planet	How We Organise Ourselves	How The World Works	Where We Are in Place and Time	How We Express Ourselves
An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.	An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the world.	An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.	An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations 7th May- parent presentation(living museum)	An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.
Date: September 16th - November 8th	Date: November 18th - January 24th	Date: February 3rd - March 14th	Date: March 17th -May 9th	Date: May 19th - June 27th
Understanding our resources and our impact on the environment helps us create a sustainable community	People engage in economic activities to meet their needs and wants.	Energy affects the way people live and how the world works.	Curiosity leads to discovery and innovation	People can be creative in different ways
Lines of Inquiry Appreciation for nature -connection Human impact on the natural environment -causation Human actions in building sustainable communities - responsibility	Lines of Inquiry The role of supply and demand- function Our responsibilities as consumers and producers- responsibility Different trading practices- perspective	Lines of Inquiry Transformation of energy - change The scientific process - function The impact of energy technology on society-causation	Lines of Inquiry Process of exploration and discovery- Form Connection between inspiration and innovation- connection Impacts of exploration and discovery- causation How curiosity can lead to innovation- change	Lines of Inquiry Exploration of creativity- Causation Appreciation of creative expressions -Perspective The design process- Change
Related Concepts: Environment, Sustainability, Development, appreciation, curiosity	Related Concepts: Trade, Supply and demand, Consumers, Producers, employment, media	Related Concepts: Energy, transformation, experiments, technology	Related Concepts: Exploration, Discovery, Progress, Impact	Related Concepts: Appreciation, creativity, Inspiration, design, innovation, exploration, aesthetics
Learner Profile: Principled, Caring, Inquirer	Learner Profile: Thinker, Principled, Risk Taker	Learner Profile: Thinker, Principled, Inquirer	Learner Profile: Knowledgeable, Communicator, Inquirer	Learner Profile: Inquirer, Reflective, Risk Taker, Communicator
Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Communication, Self Management	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication, Social, Self Management	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication, Self Management	Approaches to Learning: Thinking, Research, Communication, Self Management
TD links: English, Maths, Social Studies, Science	TD links: English, Maths, Social Studies	TD links: English, Maths, Science	TD links: English, Social Studies	TD links: English, The Arts

Year 6

Who We Are - Year-long; August 14th- August 16th, November 4th- November 15th, June 16th- June 27th

Central Idea:

Respecting ourselves, others and our environment helps us and our community be the best we can be

Lines of Inquiry:

Relationships with myself, others and the world around me- causation

Using our beliefs and values to take action -responsibility

Digital Well-Being (digital citizenship)-
Self awareness (goal setting/knowing yourself as a learner)- reflection

Related Concepts:

well being, relationships, staying safe, development, connection, values, community, action, approaches to learning

Learner Profile:

Caring, Inquirer, Reflective, Knowledgeable, Balanced, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Risk Taker, Open Minded

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking Skills- critical thinking, creative thinking, information transfer skills, reflection & metacognition

Research Skills- information literacy

Communication Skills- exchanging information, literacy

Social Skills- interpersonal relationships, social and emotional intelligence

Self Management Skills- organisation, states of mind

TD links: RSE, Expressive Arts, English, maths, PSHE, RSE, PE

How We Organise Ourselves -February 3rd- 4th April (PYPX- 27th March) Add- financial literacy & collab with PE around Sports Day

Central Idea:
Systems and structures shape human societies and impact our lives

Lines of Inquiry:

Using our beliefs and values to take action -responsibility

The development of the approaches to learning -causation ??

Understanding financial literacy- form

REPRESENTATION, COLLABORATION, AND DECISION-MAKING

Related Concepts:

Learner Profile:

Approaches to Learning:

TD links:

How We Express Ourselves

Sharing The Planet

Where We Are in Place and Time

How The World Works

An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.

An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations

Date: August 19th- September 20th and year long

Date: September 23rd - November 1st

Date: November 18th - January 24th

Date: April 22nd- May 13th

People express themselves through a variety of mediums

The Global Goals are designed to positively impact the global community

People respond differently to the challenges and opportunities of human migration

The scientific process can be used to investigate physical and chemical changes.

Lines of Inquiry

Elements used in different types of media - form
The creative process - causation

The role of the arts in society- function

Lines of Inquiry

Global citizenship - form

UN Global Goals - function

Taking responsibility through action - responsibility

Lines of Inquiry

The reasons why people migrate- change

Impact of migration on communities, culture and individuals- causation

Human responses to migration- perspective

Lines of Inquiry

Different states of matter -form

The process of a scientific investigation-function

Conditions that cause physical and chemical changes in materials -causation

Related Concepts:
Media, Medium, Expression

Related Concepts:

Global citizenship, children rights

Related Concepts:

Migration, immigration, refugee

Related Concepts:

Chemical change, Physical change, Reversible, Irreversible,

Approaches to Learning:
Thinking, Research, Communication

Approaches to Learning:

Research, Thinking, Communication

Approaches to Learning:
Research, Thinking, Communication

Learner Profile:

Communicator, Reflective, Thinker

Learner Profile:
Communicator, Caring, Reflective

Learner Profile:

Knowledgeable, Open minded, Caring

Learner Profile:

Inquirer, Communicator, Thinker

TD links:

Chinese, English,Expressive Arts, HWOO, STP, WWAIPAT, HTWW, WWA

TD links:

HWEO, Soc Studies, Eng, RSE, Chinese, Express Arts, PE

TD links:

HWEO, English, Social Studies, Chinese

TD links:

HWEO, Science, English