From curiosity to deeper understanding.
The IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) at Naavu is designed for students aged 11 to 16 and builds on the foundations established in the Primary Years.
At this stage, students begin to explore ideas more deeply and learn how knowledge connects across subjects and real-world contexts. They learn not just to ask questions — but to investigate them, test ideas, and present their thinking with clarity.
The MYP encourages students to become thoughtful learners who can think critically, collaborate with others, and reflect on their own learning.
In the Middle Years, learning often begins with complex questions about the world.
Students might explore questions like:
Design solutions to environmental challenges
Conduct science experiments and analyse results
Debate ethical questions in class discussions
Build prototypes in design and technology
Design solutions to environmental challenges
Conduct science experiments and analyse results
Debate ethical questions in class discussions
Build prototypes in design and technology
The IB Middle Years Programme organises learning around important global ideas called Global Contexts, which help students connect their learning to the real world.
Students explore themes such as:
Calm. Intentional. Joyful.
Each day balances movement with reflection, exploration with rest.
Students begin the day with advisory sessions that focus on wellbeing, planning, and reflection. These moments allow students to organise their work, check in with mentors, and prepare for the academic day ahead.
Students engage with their chosen IB subject groups such as:
• Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches)
• English Language & Literature
• Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Economics
• Business Management / Psychology
• Language Acquisition (French / Spanish)
Classes are discussion-based and inquiry-driven, encouraging students to analyse ideas, debate perspectives, and apply knowledge to global contexts.
Students explore real-world themes through projects, discussions, and collaborative investigation.
Examples include:
• community and environment
• how systems work
• sustainability and innovation
Hands-on labs where students apply learning across subjects:
• Brick Lab / Maker Space – design thinking, building, engineering
• STEM Explorers Lab – science experiments, robotics basics, coding logic
• Art Studio – drawing, visual storytelling, creative design
• Theatre & Storytelling Lab – communication, performance, imagination
• Debates & Research Studio – discussion, inquiry, critical thinking
• Innovation & Sustainability Studio – eco-design and environmental awareness
Subjects include:
Students build strong conceptual understanding through discussion, analysis, and application.
Students deepen learning through interdisciplinary connections across:
Students explore ideas through:
These sessions encourage creative thinking and expression alongside academic work.
Students participate in:
This is where learning becomes hands-on and real-world focused.
Students may participate in:
Students reflect on their learning, collaborate with peers, and prepare for upcoming projects.
