Primary Years Programme (PYP)

The PYP Early Years Program at International School Maximilian caters to children aged 3 to 5 years and is designed to nurture inquiry-based learning in a supportive and stimulating environment. The program emphasizes exploration, play, and interaction to build foundational skills in communication, critical thinking, and socialization.

As part of the globally recognized IB curriculum, the Early Years Program promotes holistic development, focusing on the following key areas:

  • Social and Emotional Learning: Developing self-awareness, empathy, and respect for others.
  • Cognitive Development: Introducing early literacy, numeracy, science, and arts through engaging activities.
  • Physical Growth: Enhancing motor skills through physical education and outdoor play.
  • Language Development: Supporting bilingual language acquisition in English and other languages.
  • Inquiry-Based Learning: Encouraging exploration and curiosity about the world.

Our Early Years Program prepares students for a seamless transition into the Primary Years Program (PYP) while allowing them to explore their interests in a safe and nurturing setting.

The PYP framework is based on six transdisciplinary themes:

  1. Who we are
  2. Where we are in place and time
  3. How we express ourselves
  4. How the world works
  5. How we organize ourselves
  6. Sharing the planet

Through these themes, children engage in a balance of structured and spontaneous activities, guided by our professional educators. Our classrooms foster play-based learning, where children explore language, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts in a meaningful context. The program also places a strong emphasis on developing the attributes of the IB Learner Profile: students become inquirers, thinkers, communicators, risk-takers, and globally aware citizens.

Key features and learning areas

Key Features:

  • Inquiry-Based Learning: The program is centered around inquiry, encouraging students to explore, ask questions, and develop their natural curiosity.
  • Play-Based Approach: Play is recognized as a key method for learning and self-expression. It helps children build relationships and understand the world.
  • Transdisciplinary Themes: Children explore different subjects through themes that are relevant to their lives, such as "Who We Are" or "How the World Works".
  • Social, Emotional, and Cognitive Development: The program promotes balanced development, encouraging young learners to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally.

Bilingual Environment: The PYP Early Years encourages multilingualism, with English being the primary language of instruction while supporting home languages and cultural diversity.

Learning Areas:

  1. Language Development: Building foundational skills in communication and comprehension.
  2. Mathematical Thinking: Introduction to basic concepts through fun and interactive methods.
  3. Arts & Creativity: Opportunities for self-expression through visual arts, music, and movement.
  4. Science & Social Studies: Hands-on activities that foster understanding of the natural and social world.

Physical Development: Activities designed to develop fine and gross motor skills through play and movement.

Pricing Options

Program Type 🎓 Monthly Fee (EUR) 💰
(October - May)		 Yearly Fee (EUR) 💸
(October - May)		 Admissions Fee (EUR) 🏢 Uniforms (EUR) 👕 Books (EUR) 📚
Full-Day (8:30 am - 2 pm) €475 €3,800 €150 €250 €250
Half-Day (8:30 am - 12 pm) €313 €2,500 €150 €250 €250
  • Payment Schedule: Monthly payments must be made by the start of each month.
  • Discounts: Available for full-year payments and sibling enrollments.
  • Additional Services: Optional transport and meal services available upon request.

For further information or to schedule a visit, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming your child to International School Maximilian!