The IB Learner Profile

Caring I care about people, plants, animals and the earth. I help others and I look after the environment.

Communicator I can share my ideas with others in many ways and in more than one language. I listen to others.

Inquirer I am curious and enjoy learning. I try to find out new things.

Knowledgeable I know about many things and I remember what I have learned.

Open – Minded I listen to other people and respect their ideas.

Principled I tell the truth and I’m fair. I share and play well with others.

Reflective I think about my own work. I know when I’ve done well, and when I could have done better.

Risk-Taker I have confidence to try new things. I stand up for the things I believe in.

Thinker I think carefully and show initiative. I make good decisions and I’m a problem solver

Well-balanced I look after my mind and body. I try to stay healthy and happy.

PYP student profile for early childhood

Thinker He or she develops understanding of cause and effect, sorts and classifies and shows interest in big ideas.

Communicator She or he engages in conversation, manages social interactions, and expresses thoughts through writing and drawing.

Caring He or she shows sensitivity towards the needs and feelings of others, and is able to be part of a community of learners.

Knowledgeable She or he knows significant content.

Risk Taker He or she tries new ways of doing things.

Principled She or he begins to see another child’s point of view, is honest and begins to show a sense of fairness.

Reflective He or she is able to think about behaviour and if necessary, work on some strategies for change.

Inquirer He or she shows interest in the world, asks questions and actively enjoys learning.

Open Minded She or he is open to new experiences and to the beliefs and ideas of other children.

Well Balanced When he or she works alone and in groups showing control of feelings in dealing with other people; and engages in a balance of quiet and dynamic activities, and gross-motor and fine-motor skills.