The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)

Private schools offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) for students 3 to 12

Looking for an IB primary school? Consider Sunnybrook School, an elementary school in Toronto offering the International Baccalaureate curriculum.

We look for kids who are either beyond their grade level or have the potential to be. The IB curriculum gets them to think outside the box, and not every student can do that."
—Teralee Brunn, Principal, Sunnybrook School

The International Baccalaureate (IB) was initially created for students aged 16 to 19. It was intended to provide a well-rounded, high-quality, advanced course of study that delivers the basics of high school education while challenging students to apply their knowledge and skills through collaboration, discussion, and communication. Read more

List of schools with the IB primary years programme


Lynn-Rose Schools Mississauga, Ontario — Lynn-Rose's philosophy is to create an environment that is challenging and rewarding; focusing on social, intellectual and emotional aspects of the students development through the International Baccalaureate program. View School Profile. French/English Drama/Virtual Theatre Production/ Virtual Instrumental Music Field Trips & Clubs Events: Book Fairs, Winter/Spring Concerts, Music & Art Gallery, French Cafe Transportation Available upon request Grades: PS to 12 (Coed) Type: Progressive, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $17,700 to $22,000 Living: Day Enrollment: 600 Avg. Class: 16 to 18 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (4)	Lynn-Rose Schools	17700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
St. John's-Kilmarnock School Waterloo Region (Breslau), Ontario — SJK offers an enriched environment of exploration and experiential learning. Through its IB curriculum, SJK provides exciting experiences and guides students to discover their talents and passions. Go beyond at SJK. View School Profile. Accredited IB World Continuum School Experienced, passionate, professional teachers Project-based, design-thinking experiential learning Extensive co-curricular programmes in athletics, arts, leadership and community service Outdoor experiential learning Grades: JK to 12 (Coed) Type: Progressive, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $19,720 to $73,700 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 470 Avg. Class: 10 to 17 View School Profile Our Kids Review School Videos (2)	St. John's-Kilmarnock School	19720	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
The York School Toronto, Ontario — The York School is a JK to Grade 12 International Baccalaureate school in midtown Toronto. Our mission is to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who are engaged citizens of the world. View School Profile. International Baccalaureate World School (JK - Grade 12) 100% university placement rate Co-educational learning environment Progressive, contemporary approach International community Grades: JK to 12 (Coed) Type: Progressive, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $35,000 Living: Day Enrollment: 740 Avg. Class: 15 to 18 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (3) School Videos (2)	The York School	35000	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Delano Academy & Delano High Maple, Ontario — Balanced Academics, Arts, Athletics & Student Wellness. We value best practices & evidence-based approaches. University preparatory & 21st Century Tech-Rich & Future Proof school. Enriched and rigorous curriculum. View School Profile. International Baccalaureate PYP/MYP Co-Educational & Non-Denominational STE[A]M Gifted High performance school Before & After school care Grades: PS to 12 (Coed) Type: Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $16,700 to $20,700 Living: Day Enrollment: 200 Avg. Class: 16 to 18 View School Profile User Reviews (4) School Videos (1)	Delano Academy & Delano High	16700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Day Coed
Sunnybrook School Toronto, Ontario — Sunnybrook School offers the IB Primary Years Program for all students in JK - Grade 6. We have a fully integrated co-ed and 1:1 iPad program for all the grades. Our inquiry approach leads to global citizens. View School Profile. 70 years IB PYP World School JK to Gr 6, coed 1:1 iPads, JK - Gr 6 Singapore Math Grades: JK to 6 (Coed) Type: Progressive, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $29,750 Living: Day Enrollment: 140 Avg. Class: 16 to 20 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (3) School Videos (2) Open House: Oct 19	Sunnybrook School	29750	Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Upper Canada College Toronto, Ontario — Located in the heart of Toronto, UCC provides transformational learning experiences with exceptional day and boarding programs. Our highly sought-after graduates are awarded International Baccalaureate and OSSD diplomas. View School Profile. High-achieving, all-round students Challenging but rewarding IB program First rate academics, athletics and arts 19 different sports and 80+ clubs Boutique urban boarding program Grades: SK to 12 (Boys) Type: Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $36,750 to $71,875 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 1200 Avg. Class: 20 to 25 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (3) School Videos (2)	Upper Canada College	36750	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Boys
Branksome Hall Toronto, Ontario — Branksome Hall is Toronto’s only all-girls, all-years International Baccalaureate (IB) World School developing the leaders of tomorrow through the nurturing of curiosity and critical thinking at every age. View School Profile. 13-acre downtown campus Athletics and Wellness Centre IB programs: JK to Grade 12 Leadership opportunities Boarding starting in Grade 7 Grades: JK to 12 (Girls) Type: Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $37,130 to $75,020 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 960 Avg. Class: 16 to 22 View School Profile Our Kids Review School Videos (1)	Branksome Hall	37130	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls
featured The Maples Academy View Profile Amaranth, Ontario PS to 8 Coed $9,895 to $11,745 The Maples is an established private IB World School in Orangeville, Ontario providing exemplary education for students (Pre-School to Grade 8). Daily French instruction in PS and Kindergarten with an academic focus. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	The Maples Academy	9895	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
featured Stratford Hall View Profile Vancouver, British Columbia K to 12 Coed $24,540 to $28,670 Stratford Hall takes learning beyond IB with its IDEA Lab, OEE and partner schools, where students strive to develop harmony between the urban and natural world through activities like camping, music, and orienteering. Day Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	Stratford Hall	24540	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
featured St. Jude's Academy View Profile Mississauga, Ontario Erin Mills Parkway/Argentia Rd JK to 12 Coed $10,095 to $14,395 We are different! As a leading IB World School and university preparatory school with a focus on student life, SJA students are inspired to confidently make their mark in the world. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate User Reviews (8)	St. Jude's Academy	10095	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
featured TFS - Canada's International School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Bayview/Lawrence NS to 12 Coed $22,180 to $37,630 TFS - Canada's International School offers an exceptional bilingual education from age 2 to Grade 12. Average class size is 12 to 22 students. Entrance Scholarship to Grade 7 is available. Day Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	TFS - Canada's International School	22180	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
featured Elmwood School View Profile Ottawa, Ontario Buena Vista Road/Springfield Road PS to 12 Girls $16,160 to $30,900 Elmwood School is Ottawa's pre-eminent school for girls from PreK to Gr. 12. Our high academic standards, small class sizes and safe, supportive environment ensure that each girl is inspired to reach her full potential. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate Our Kids Review	Elmwood School	16160	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
featured Glenlyon Norfolk School View Profile Victoria, British Columbia JK to 12 Coed $9,345 to $73,145 GNS is an independent JK-12 International Baccalaureate boarding and day school in Victoria, BC, that challenges and supports each of our students to do their best through truth and courage in learning and in life. Boarding/Day/Homestay Progressive International Baccalaureate	Glenlyon Norfolk School	9345	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Homestay Coed
Century Private School View Profile Richmond Hill, Ontario Yonge Street/Silverwood Ave. PS to 12 Coed $17,700 to $27,500 Century Private School in Richmond Hill runs from preschool to grade twelve, with small class ratio to ensure best learning for our students. Day Montessori International Baccalaureate	Century Private School	17700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Richland Academy View Profile Richmond Hill, Ontario JK to 8 Coed $22,000 Richland Academy is a progressive, innovative Reggio-inspired and International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP Authorized and MYP Candidate School for children from JK to Grade 8. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	Richland Academy	22000	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Académie de la Capitale View Profile Ottawa, Ontario Highway 417/Greenbank JK to 12 Coed $18,500 to $22,700 Acadecap International School (Académie de la Capitale), an IB World School, offers bilingual and/or English programmes from JK to Grade 12. Students thrive in a growth mindset environment and a culture of excellence. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate User Reviews (1)	Académie de la Capitale	18500	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Town Centre Private Schools View Profile Markham, Ontario Kennedy Road/Steeles Avenue NS to 12 Coed $7,700 to $17,750 Located in Markham, Ontario, Town Centre Private Schools is an International Baccalaureate® World School and offers a Montessori Pre-School program as well as an IB Elementary School and optional IB Diploma Programme. Day Traditional International Baccalaureate	Town Centre Private Schools	7700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Unisus School View Profile Summerland, British Columbia JK to 12 Coed $12,945 to $56,500 UNISUS was founded by the leaders of the top Private Schools in BC. Based on IB Education/Innovation/Technology, Entrepreneurship/ Outdoor Education. Boarding, Athletics and Global Partnerships/Opportunities. Day/Boarding Progressive International Baccalaureate	Unisus School	12945	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Ridley College View Profile St. Catharines, Ontario Ridley Road/Henrietta Street JK to 12 Coed $22,950 to $79,815 Ridley College is an acclaimed co-educational IB boarding and day school that prepares meaningful and flourishing lives by teaching the habits of mind, body, and spirit, and the values needed to lead in a global society. Boarding/Day Progressive International Baccalaureate Our Kids Review	Ridley College	22950	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School View Profile Okotoks, Alberta Range Road 12/306 Ave W K to 12 Coed $18,020 to $25,220 Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School is an independent, private coeducational, full IB (primary, middle, and diploma programme) day school for Kindergarten - Grade 12 close to Calgary, AB. Day Traditional International Baccalaureate	Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School	18020	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) View Profile Mississauga, Ontario Cawthra/Lakeshore PS to 7 Coed $20,780 to $30,180 TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) offers the Ontario, France and IB programs from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 7 in Mississauga. Day Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus)	20780	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Balmoral Hall School View Profile Winnipeg, Manitoba Langside St./Westminster Ave. PS to 12 Girls $16,500 to $69,400 STEAM and experiential learning are at the heart of our program, making learning at BH both dynamic and meaningful. With a focus on post-secondary guidance and internship, BH girls graduate with purpose. Day/Boarding Progressive International Baccalaureate	Balmoral Hall School	16500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Girls
King Heights Academy View Profile Thornhill, Ontario Weston Road/Rutherford Road NS to 12 Coed $18,598 to $24,998 King Heights Academy provides a unique educational experience for toddlers to grade 12 which includes the IB Program. Preschool, Pre- Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary, Intermediate & Secondary Programs offered. Day Traditional International Baccalaureate	King Heights Academy	18598	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Meadowridge School View Profile Maple Ridge, British Columbia 240th Street/Dewdney Trunk Road JK to 12 Coed $25,925 to $35,925 Meadowridge is an IB Continuum World School that supports the development of the whole child in a safe, supportive and challenging environment. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate Our Kids Review	Meadowridge School	25925	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Brockton School View Profile North Vancouver, British Columbia JK to 12 Coed $22,600 to $25,100 Brockton School is an independent, co-ed, non-denominational, IB World School inspiring the growth of outstanding humans, from JK to Grade 12. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	Brockton School	22600	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Ashwood Glen View Profile Burlington, Ontario Walkers Line/Fairveiw Street PS to 8 Coed $14,000 to $20,000 Ashwood Glen offers a Montessori program for children aged 18months - 6 yrs. The Grades 1 - 8 Learning Program applies the IB framework to extend the learning outcomes of the Ontario curriculum. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	Ashwood Glen	14000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Mulgrave School View Profile West Vancouver, British Columbia Upper Levels Highway/Cypress Bowl exit PS to 12 Coed $25,000 to $28,000 By inspiring excellence – the continuous pursuit of personal best - in education and life, Mulgrave strives to equip lifelong learners to thrive in a diverse and interdependent world. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	Mulgrave School	25000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
White Rock Christian Academy View Profile Surrey, British Columbia 152nd Street/24th Avenue JK to 12 Coed $7,500 to $10,500 WRCA exists to inspire and cultivate citizens of Godly character who transform their world for Christ. We do this through integrated faith based teaching and the International Baccalaureate programme for JK - grade 12. Homestay/Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	White Rock Christian Academy	7500	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Homestay Day Coed
Aspengrove School View Profile Lantzville, British Columbia JK to 12 Coed $10,000 to $24,000 With a 40-acre campus, Aspengrove School teaches the International Baccalaureate curriculum through a team of passionate faculty committed to providing an exceptional educational experience for their students. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	Aspengrove School	10000	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
MacLachlan College View Profile Oakville, Ontario Trafalgar Road/Cornwall Road PS to 12 Coed $21,850 to $32,675 MacLachlan is a world-class school offering the benefits of small class sizes, highly dedicated and engaged teachers and an internationally recognized curriculum for students in Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate User Reviews (1)	MacLachlan College	21850	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Walden International School View Profile Oakville, Ontario QEW Highway/403 Highway PS to 8 Coed $9,850 to $19,680 Walden International School, Oakville, offers enriched, child-centred, academic programs from Pre-K through Grade 8. Class sizes up to 18 students depending on grade level. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate	Walden International School	9850	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed

Based on the strength of the IB program, it was then expanded to cover the primary and middle school years. The Primary Years Program (PYP) was created for students between the ages of 3 and 12. The PYP sometimes is presented as a foundational program for students intending to progress to the IB Middle Years Program and, ultimately, intending to earn an IB secondary school diploma. Certainly, that's true, but the program isn't limited to simply that role. Schools choose to offer the PYP because of the strength and reputation of the academic program, as well as the values that are incorporated within the curriculum. Families choose to enrol in the PYP because it offers an attractive alternative to the provincial curricula, including:

strong core academics
a bilingual requirement
a values-based approach
a broader range and depth of instruction
a global lens

As with the later grades, the curriculum is organized around six interdisciplinary themes, all developing students' understanding of who they are, their place and time, and how their life intersects with the lives of others, both locally and beyond. The core curriculum—language, math, science, physical education, arts, and social studies—is taught through the lens of those cross-curricular themes.

Accreditation

Accreditation is granted through the International Baccalaureate in Geneva, Switzerland. The term "International Baccalaureate" is used generically, and can refer to the organization, the degree, or the degree programs. Prior to 2007 the main accrediting body was known formally as the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), though since then is known as, simply, the International Baccalaureate.

Schools intending to offer an IB program undertake a 3-4 year authorization/accreditation process, with timelines depending on when a school begins its formal academic year. Every school accredited to offer any of the four core IB programs is known as an IB World School. Any school that is engaged in the process of accreditation is known as an IB Candidate School.

All accredited schools take part in an ongoing process of review and development. In some cases that process is supported and/or facilitated by sub-regional organizations, one example being the International Baccalaureate Schools of Ontario (IBSO). However, accreditation is only available through the central accrediting body.

Schools that offer IB programs for all age groups, beginning with the primary years and culminating in the secondary diploma, refer to themselves as IB Continuum Schools. Schools typically develop the IB continuum over time, adding programs as the school grows, and in response to the needs of the student population.

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