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# The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme

The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) is a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based educational framework designed for students aged 3 to 12. Developed by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and launched in 1997, the PYP aims to nurture the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both academically and personally. It is built around six transdisciplinary themes, key concepts, and the IB Learner Profile, emphasizing international-mindedness and student agency. The programme is implemented in schools worldwide and culminates in the PYP Exhibition, a collaborative research project in the final year.

## 1 History and Development

### 1.1 Origins and Launch (1997)

The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme was formally launched in 1997, building on earlier work by the International Schools Curriculum Project (ISCP). Its development reflected a growing demand among international schools for a coherent, inquiry-based early years and primary curriculum that would align with the philosophy of the existing IB Diploma Programme and Middle Years Programme.

#### 1.1.1 The Role of the International Schools Curriculum Project

The ISCP, initiated in the early 1990s, brought together educators from international schools worldwide to design a transdisciplinary curriculum for students aged 3 to 12. The project produced a framework that emphasized conceptual understanding, student-centered learning, and a holistic view of child development. This framework formed the foundation of the PYP, which was then further refined and formalized by the IBO.

### 1.2 Revisions and Current Edition

Since its launch, the PYP has undergone periodic revisions to reflect advances in educational research and evolving pedagogical practices. The most significant revision occurred in 2018, with updates focusing on learner agency, the role of the teacher as a facilitator, and the integration of