IB Primary Years Programme – (Primary)
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) at The NEST School in Chennai is designed to nurture curious, confident, and internationally minded learners. Through an inquiry-based and concept-driven approach, the programme encourages students to explore real-world connections while developing strong foundational skills in language, English, Science, Social Studies, Arts, Personal Social & Physical Education, Mathematics. Guided by experienced educators, learning in the IB PYP emphasises critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and student agency, ensuring children grow academically, socially, and emotionally. As an IB World School, The NEST School provides a supportive and engaging environment that prepares students for a seamless transition into higher international curricula.
Led by the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, the primary years at The NEST School focus solely on the holistic development of every learner. We aspire to help develop internationally minded individuals through an inquiry-led curriculum, enabling them to express their ideas, views and questions. Emphasis is on inculcating 21st century skills through authentic, engaging and relevant curriculum and an inquiry-led facilitation of the same.
Reimagining Learning
Real World Applications
Future readiness and enhancement of skills essential for the learner’s future is organically developed in The NEST School Primary Years Programme. Our syllabus, Programme of Inquiry (POI) is developed keeping these requisites in mind, in addition to providing ample scope for learners to be agentic and internationally minded.
Identifying Talents
Driven by a strong desire to identify, develop and strengthen individual pursuits and talents, The NEST School is committed to this purpose. We offer extra support for learners with exceptional talents and for learners who want to excel in a particular field of interest. Academic expectations are met through differentiated instructions and modified learning expectations for the learner by prioritising learners’ efficacy.
Community Outreach
A culture of shared guardianship of the planet is inculcated by raising societal consciousness and instilling enthusiasm to lead a sustainable life. The NEST School Advocacy Hour, The NEST School Dives, various learner-led initiatives focused on adopting sustainable practices are seamlessly woven are incorporated as part of our daily life at The NEST School.
Academics
8.20 am – 2.45 pm
Tamil, Hindi & French
English, Science, Social Studies, Arts, Personal Social & Physical Education, Mathematics
Sustainability, Finance, Entrepreneurship and Design Innovation
The NEST School Calendar
Frequently Asked Questions – IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is an internationally recognised curriculum designed for students aged 3 to 12 years. It focuses on inquiry-based learning that develops knowledge, skills, attitudes, and conceptual understanding.
At The NEST School, the IB Primary Years Programme covers primary grades, supporting students as they progress from early learning into upper primary education.
The IB PYP follows an inquiry-driven approach where students learn by asking questions, exploring concepts, and making connections across subjects through transdisciplinary learning.
Yes, the IB Primary Years Programme is globally recognised and offered by IB World Schools around the world, ensuring a consistent and high-quality international education.
The programme develops critical thinking, communication, research, and self-management skills, preparing students for a smooth transition into middle school and higher international curricula.
Parents are actively involved through regular communication, learning updates, and opportunities to participate in school activities and student-led conferences.
Yes, The NEST School in Chennai offers the IB Primary Years Programme as part of its international education pathway.
