At One World International School, we offer a rigorous primary school curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP).
Our goal is for students to do more than just memorise facts and statistics. We want the students at OWIS to be inquisitive and collaborative learners with powerful critical thinking skills. Our implementation of the IB PYP framework is underpinned by the UK National curriculum, and we believe that it allows students to excel academically and grow personally.
Well, to put it simply, we believe that each child is an individual learner and that we need to use their unique strengths and interests to foster a love of learning in a way that is natural and organic.
Our IB Primary Years Programme is geared toward students between the ages of 6 and 11 and is designed to provide them with a solid foundation for secondary school. Once they have graduated from primary school, they will have the skills needed to excel in our challenging yet nurturing secondary school environment.
We implement the IB PYP framework in a unique way, by encouraging our primary students to investigate topics, ask questions and develop their own understanding of the concepts and ideas presented to them.
Our Programme of Inquiry (POI), within the IB PYP, includes an integrated approach that connects topics from different subjects, helps students make connections between them and broadens their understanding of the world around them.
Our students are encouraged to take responsibility and lead the direction of some of their own learning, with guidance and assistance by the teacher.
Our educators go beyond the basics and encourage students to explore, question, think and engage in discussion.
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We believe that through our Primary Years programme, our students will develop an understanding of what it takes to be an internationally-minded global citizen. They will graduate from primary school with confidence in themselves and their abilities, and take responsibility for their learning and actions.
We believe that our primary school is the right choice for your child. Whether you are relocating from another country, or you have lived in Singapore your entire life, our environment and rigorous curriculum will prepare your child for the future. You can expect your child to complete our programme with:
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Devika graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Post Graduate Certificate in the IB Primary Years Programme and a Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning. She also obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Communication Management from the University of Mumbai (India).
Having taught children from Nursery to Year 5 in International schools in India and Singapore, her style of teaching is an amalgamation of the different curriculums she has been part of, including both the Cambridge Primary and the PYP.
As a teacher, Devika understands that every child has a unique learning journey and she cherishes being a part of this both as a facilitator and observer. It also gives her immense pleasure to interact with students of different age groups and cultural backgrounds to share their enthusiasm. She believes that 'when one teaches, two learn’.
She is excited to be a part of such a dedicated, competent team at OWIS and to contribute towards the holistic growth of her students. The teaching and learning environment generated by the PYP at OWIS provides numerous opportunities for creativity, initiative and personal growth.
Devika likes spending time with her daughters outside of school. She also enjoys experimenting and making her own creations through cooking, baking, sketching and painting.
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Preema holds a Bachelor’s degree both in Commerce and Education, and a Master’s degree in English Literature from the Jiwaji University, India. She started her teaching career in 1994. Over the course of her teaching career, Preema has taught in India for 10 years, and in IB schools in Indonesia and Tanzania for over 6 years. She has also attended many IB-PYP workshops.
Preema always had a passion for teaching, as she believes that education is the key to success. She tailors her lessons to ensure that all her students achieve their potential and are able to become well-rounded individuals.
Learning is a life-long journey and Preema believes she always learns something new from every group of students she teaches. She strongly believes in the value of outdoor and inquiry-based learning. For her, all children are unique and special in their own way and each one of them has unique strengths and varied learning styles. Preema actively encourages students to believe in themselves and realise their potential to achieve personal excellence in all aspects of their life.
Preema spends most of her time with her family, listening to music, watching football with her teenage son and loves to explore new dining experiences in Singapore.
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Angeline has over 20 years of teaching experience in both local and international educational institutions. She is a Singapore trained teacher in both local and international schools in Singapore. She has also taught in International schools in Australia, Indonesia and Thailand. Angeline has experience teaching the Singapore, British, and Australian Curricula, and has taught students from Year 1 to 12 with a broad spectrum of learning abilities and needs. Previously, she had taught IELTS, IGCSE and WACE programme to students from diverse backgrounds to prepare them for their further studies to Australia, Canada, the UK and US.
Angeline completed her Masters of Education with the National Institute of Education (Singapore) and has been keeping up with the latest development in education. Working in different countries has allowed her to interact extensively with learners from diverse backgrounds.
Angeline is happy to be teaching at OWIS which encourages teachers to enhance students' learning experience and give them a strong foundation of learning to reach their full potential.
Angeline is a firm believer in holistic education and inculcating good values. She wants her students to be independent learners, problem solvers and critical thinkers with integrity and kindness to make a difference in the world.
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Born and raised in Singapore, Syahira studied at the University at Buffalo (SIM) where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication. She has also completed her PGCE from the University of Sunderland. She has worked in international schools in the United Arab Emirates for 3 years.
As an educator, her philosophy is to make learning come to life. She believes children learn best when they are actively engaged and involved through real-life experiences and a hands-on approach.
Syahira was inspired to teach by her own mother, who is also a teacher. She understands that each child learns at a different pace and it is important to cater to their needs and abilities in order for them to reach their highest potential. She looks forward to working with the diverse community of teachers and students at OWIS.
She strongly believes that teachers should demonstrate kindness by being good role models to their students. She defines herself as a “Teacher by day, foodie by night!” She enjoys trying new cuisines from all around the world, loves to stay active and drink LOTS of coffee!
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For more information on how our high-quality framework can benefit your child and how we can use a personalised approach to transform your student into a lifelong learner, contact One World International School today.
