5 Essential Elements of the PYP

This element includes significant, relevant subject matter that student will explore through inquiry.  It can be both disciplinary and transdisciplinary.    

• Concepts
• Knowledge
• Skills (Approaches to Learning)
• Action

This element includes powerful ideas that have relevance within and across the disciplines.  Students must explore and re-explore these ideas through structured inquiry in order to develop deeper understanding.  

• Attitudes
• Knowledge
• Concepts
• Skills (Approaches to Learning)

This element includes the broad capabilities that students need to have in place in order to be successful in a challenging world.  

• Skills (Approaches to Learning) 
• Action
• Attitudes
• Concepts

This element includes dispositions that contribute to international-mindedness and the well-being of individuals and communities.  It is directly connected to the Learner Profile.  

• Action
• Skills (Approaches to Learning)
• Concepts
• Attitudes

This element is a demonstration of deeper learning through the application of responsible and thoughtful planning and service, as a direct result of successful inquiry.  

• Skills (Approaches to Learning)
• Knowledge
• Action
• Concepts

Who is responsible for implementing the 5 Essential Elements of the PYP? 

• Classroom Teachers
• Specialty Teachers
• Pricipals
• All Stakeholders in the PYP