KIS is the only school in Tajikistan that developed its curriculum based on IB’s standards and values.
Through both the curriculum and our teaching, the elementary school at KIS aspires to develop the intellectual, emotional, and physical potential of each child in a secure and stimulating environment.
If you have questions about the Primary Years Programme at KIS, please contact, PYP co-ordinator
International perspective.
In order to make the most of the diverse background and experience of our students, the elementary school curriculum synthesizes the best practices from educational systems around the world and aims to ease a student’s transition between schools, whether they are entering or leaving KIS.
Inquiry based
The teaching methods used at the elementary school build on a student’s individual knowledge and interests. Using a well-developed curriculum, the teaching emphasizes learning how to learn and how to discover by using both traditional and contemporary media.
Integrated
The subject areas of maths, language arts, science, and social studies are taught through interdisciplinary themes to help students make connections between subjects. Through this method, teachers facilitate a more effective learning pattern.
Individualized
Using the PYP framework, the elementary school has developed a detailed programme of inquiry that reflects the multinational composition of the KIS population and its location in Tajikistan.
The elementary school aims to nurture globally-minded citizens who are:
- Communicators
- Thinkers
- Inquirers
- Risk-takers
- Knowledgeable
- Principled
- Caring
- Open-minded
- Balanced
- Reflective
The elementary school promotes the following attitudes:
- Appreciation
- Commitment
- Confidence
- Cooperation
- Creativity
- Curiosity
- Empathy
- Enthusiasm
- Independence
- Integrity
- Respect
- Tolerance
At the center of our curriculum are key concepts such as:
- What is it like? (form)
- How does it work? (function)
- Why is it like it is? (causation)
- How is it changing? (change)
- How is it connected to other things? (connection)
- What are the points of view? (perspective)
- What is our responsibility? (responsibility)
- How do we know? (reflection)
The following skills are developed and fostered:
- Thinking
- Communication
- Socializing
- Research
- Self-management
Students in the Primary Years Programme are encouraged to put what they have learned into practice through service to the school community, the local community, and the global community.