Terra Schools
An IB World School
At The Terra Schools, we are proud to announce our official recognition as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, with full accreditation expected by 2026. This partnership aligns with our commitment to academic excellence, multilingual fluency, and inquiry-based learning, reinforcing our mission to cultivate globally minded, compassionate leaders.
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The Terra Schools is a Candidate School* for the Primary Years Programme. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that The Terra Schools believes is important for our students.
*Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme, or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org.
What is the IB?
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a globally respected educational framework that fosters intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding.
The IB Primary Years Program (PYP), designed for students ages 3-10, emphasizes inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary connections, and a student-centered approach that encourages children to construct knowledge through exploration and reflection.
IB at Terra Schools
As an IB World School, we integrate the PYP with our nature-based, multilingual Mandarin and Spanish immersion programs.
Our approach combines the best of Reggio Emilia philosophy, experiential learning, and structured inquiry to empower students as active participants in their education.
Through this dynamic framework, students develop essential transdisciplinary skills, including:
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Communication: Expressing ideas confidently in multiple languages
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Critical Thinking: Questioning, analyzing, and solving real-world problems
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Social & Emotional Growth: Developing empathy, collaboration, and global awareness
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Research & Self-Management: Cultivating independence, curiosity, and resilience
Primary Years Programme (PYP):
Pre-K 3 through 5th Grade
The PYP curriculum is unique in that it addresses real-world problems and looks at them through various lenses.
The PYP’s transdisciplinary approach motivates our students to learn traditional subject area skills, because they can perceive—in real time—how their scholarship will lead them to real-world solutions.
In the Preschool and Lower School years, units of inquiry interweave core subject areas such as mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, arts, and physical education.
The six transdisciplinary themes that guide the PYP units of inquiry and compose a year of study are:
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Who we are
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Where we are in place in time
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How we express ourselves
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How the world works
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How we organize ourselves
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Sharing the planet
Through the lens of a central idea that is engaging, relevant, challenging, significant, and concept-driven, each unit is paired with three or four lines of inquiry, which further clarify the central idea and define the scope of inquiry.
The IB Learner Profile:
Shaping Future Leaders
Inquiry & Knowledge
Students are driven by a passion for discovery and are deeply engaged with both local and global issues.
Thinking & Problem-Solving
They approach challenges with analytical creativity, reflecting thoughtfully on their learning journey.
Communication & Collaboration
Articulate and multilingual, they are empathetic and foster strong community connections.
Resilience & Adaptability
Confident and adaptable, they face challenges with courage and an open mind to diverse perspectives.
Ethics & Integrity
Guided by strong moral principles, they make responsible and ethical decisions.
Well-being & Balance
Holistically developed, they maintain a balance of intellectual, emotional, and physical well-being.
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A Unique Educational Experience
The integration of the IB PYP with our nature-based, multilingual curriculum allows our students to explore learning beyond traditional classrooms.
Weekly outdoor excursions, hands-on projects, and student-led discussions deepen their understanding of the world while fostering independence and leadership skills.
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Join Us on This Journey
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Becoming an IB World School reinforces our dedication to fostering confident, compassionate, and globally engaged learners. We invite families to explore how our unique blend of the IB framework, language immersion, and nature-based education creates a transformative learning experience for every child.
