IB PYP and Cambridge Affiliated School in Chennai

Explore IB and IGCSE Curriculum at The Nest School

The NEST School is an International School with a focus on holistic learning. We are one of the few IB schools offering the IB PYP programs in Chennai for grades Pre KG – Grade 5. We offer the renowned Cambridge Lower Secondary Program leading to the IGCSE certification for our Grades 6-10.

Early Year Program @ The NEST School

Child-centred:

Our Early Year program is based on the belief that children learn best when they are allowed to explore and learn at their own pace. We have a carefully curated curriculum which involves the best practices across the Montessori, Waldorf and the Reggio Emilia methods of teaching-learning incorporated with the IB PYP Program.

Inquiry based learning:

Our IB PYP curriculum is designed to help the child see the world through various themes and allows an inquiry based learning. These make them confident lifelong self learners that can cope up with challenges in the real world.

Hands-on learning:

Our classrooms are filled with hands-on materials adopted from the Montessori method that children can use to learn about the world around them. The 100 languages from the Reggio Emilia approach are brought alive through the various models of learning adopted in the classroom. Our vivid classroom displays celebrate and nurture each child’s talent and capabilities. Role plays, visual art, movement and music are rolled into the lessons using the Waldorf method to make learning more fun and meaningful. A key part of our curriculum focuses on teaching children basic life skills.

Emphasis on independence and life skills:

A perfect amalgamation of leading methods of learning in the early years including Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia blended with the IB PYP curriculum make our school one of the best IB schools in Chennai. Our program encourages children to be independent and to take responsibility for their own learning.

IB PYP Curriculum

Internationally recognized and accredited:

The IB Curriculum is recognized by universities around the world, and graduates of IB programs are often well-prepared for success in higher education.

Rigorous and challenging:

The IB curriculum is designed to be academically challenging, and students who complete the program will have developed strong critical thinking, research, and writing skills.

Inquiry based transdisciplinary learning:

The IB PYP curriculum framework has been used to curate the unique Primary years curriculum at The NEST School where learners learn through inquiry revolving around 6 themes. The IB curriculum emphasises transdisciplinary learning, which means that students will learn to connect ideas from different subjects.

Holistic:

The IB program is not just about academics; it also focuses on developing students’ personal and social skills. Learners are exposed to a variety of subjects including Art, Movement, Yoga, Dance etc. to ensure a hierarchy free learning environment.

IGCSE Curriculum

Internationally recognized:

The IGCSE exams are recognized by universities around the world, and students who complete IGCSE courses are often well-prepared for higher education.

Flexible and customizable:

Schools can choose which IGCSE courses to offer, which means that students can tailor their education to their talents, interests and needs.

Broad range of subjects:

IGCSE courses are available in a wide range of subjects, from traditional academic subjects to more vocational subjects. In addition a variety of electives are offered to ensure that learners are able to acquire different skills to make them confident lifelong learners.

Hierarchy free learning:

At The NEST School we aim to expose learners to a wide range of co curricular activities including Visual and Performing Arts, Sports, Music, Yoga etc to ensure that there is a hierarchy free learning approach breaking the traditional settings with only focus on STEM subjects. This makes The NEST School a unique and one of the top rated Cambridge IGCSE schools in the city,

Emphasis on practical skills:

IGCSE courses often emphasise practical skills, such as problem-solving and communication. Learners become confident about their strengths to be able to solve challenging problems through innovative and creative approaches.