As one of the leading international schools in Singapore, One World International School (OWIS) is proud to offer globally recognised curricula. By effectively implementing the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme, the school can set its students up for a lifetime of success.
Primary School at OWIS: Anchored by the IB Primary Years Programme
Designed specifically for students between the ages of 3 and 12, the IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) is considered one of the top curricula in the world for young learners. The IB PYP is an inquiry-led curriculum that relies on a transdisciplinary approach, allowing students to make vital connections across subject areas.
The IB PYP framework allows for student voice and choice in nearly every lesson. Students who get the opportunity to guide their educational experience are more likely to develop a natural sense of curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
The Bridge to Secondary School: Cambridge curricula
After completing the IB PYP during primary school, OWIS Nanyang and OWIS Digital Campus students move on to secondary school, where they take on more rigorous coursework as they prepare for their futures.
OWIS bridges the gap between Primary School and the rigorous IB Diploma Programme of Grades 11 and 12 with the Modified Cambridge Curriculum in Grades 6 to 8 and the Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9 to 10.
The IGCSE provides students with an opportunity to develop academic rigour through standardised examinations and align their subject selection with their strengths and interests.
OWIS offers the following IGCSE compulsory subjects:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Foreign Language
In addition, the school offers the following IGCSE electives:
- History
- Geography
- Business Studies
- Economics
- Computer Science
- Art and Design
- Music
- Global Perspectives
- Drama
- Additional Maths
- English – Literature
Looking Towards the Future: The IB Diploma Programme at OWIS
By the time OWIS students reach Grades 11 and 12, they are ready to prepare for their future and are actively looking forward to life after graduation. The IB Diploma Programme is the best possible curriculum for this critical stage in their journey, as it uniquely prepares them for the realities of life at university and beyond. (OWIS Nanyang is accredited for the IBDP. OWIS Digital Campus will expand to grade 11 in the coming years and will follow the same pathway.)
The purpose of the IBDP is to not only provide students with a strong academic foundation but also to nurture them as they grow into ethical, responsible and intellectual individuals. The curriculum consists of six subject groups as well as the Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service.
As students pursue advanced knowledge in their chosen subject areas, they are required to take on independent research. By instilling a sense of independence and autonomy in its students, the IBDP prepares them to take on the rigorous challenges they will face when attending university or pursuing a profession.
At OWIS, the world-leading curricula are complemented by vibrant facilities and enhanced by a holistic approach to education. To learn more about the IB Primary Years Programme, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme at OWIS, schedule your campus tour today.
