How Inquiry-Based Learning Benefits Young Children, According to the Head of Early Childhood at OWIS Nanyang

We explore how OWIS Nanyang successfully incorporates inquiry-based learning and why it’s so beneficial to your child’s educational journey.

A globally recognised academic pathway, vibrant and extensive facilities, and moderate fees – One World International School’s (OWIS) Nanyang Campus is a must-consider for parents looking for a top international school in Singapore.

OWIS Nanyang takes pride in its inquiry-based learning approach in Early Childhood and Primary School, which is based on the IB Primary Years Programme. This reputed framework helps children ignite their curiosity, learn key skills that carry forward into Secondary School and feel engaged in their learning. We delve into why this method is so impactful and how it can benefit your child’s development and learning journey.

Less memorising, more thinking

Ms. Rashmi Tourani, Head of Early Childhood and Primary School at OWIS Nanyang, firmly believes that inquiry-based learning, which is the cornerstone of the IB PYP, plays a crucial role in a child’s educational journey. Through the inquiry-based approach, students are encouraged to take an active role in the classroom, where they will be comfortable asking questions and exploring topics that truly interest them. Collaboration is encouraged, allowing students to share ideas with their peers and build essential skills in everyday lessons.

Recently, Grade 5 students at OWIS Nanyang took part in a creative tuning-in activity where they imagined themselves as early settlers on a newly discovered island. Their challenge was to build a thriving community that would be so appealing, that their teachers would want to move there too! The students presented their plans, leading to an engaging discussion on what makes a civilisation work, from farming to transportation and more.

With this approach, teachers focus on nurturing students’ curiosity, guiding them to explore how subjects connect to the real world rather than simply delivering information. Here, the teachers are trained to listen to students’ ideas and consider various perspectives, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Incorporating inquiry-based learning during a child’s early years lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. This approach nurtures their natural curiosity and encourages exploration, helping them develop essential skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Join their free weekly tours

If you’re considering enrolling your child in Early Childhood or Primary School at OWIS Nanyang, their new weekly tours are perfect. Discover how their inquiry-based curriculum encourages your child to thrive, explore the benefits of the IB Primary Years Programme (IBPYP), and see firsthand how it fosters creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking in young learners.

During the tour, you’ll also get the chance to check out the school’s exceptional facilities, from sports and art spaces to an expansive library and a wide range of co-curricular activities.

Plus, the tours are led by Ms. Rashmi Tourani herself, so you’re guaranteed to gain valuable insights during this interactive experience. Click here to register for this ‘Tour and Talk’ weekly event.

One World International School (OWIS), Nanyang Campus, 21 Jurong West Street 81, Singapore 649075, [email protected], Tel: (+) 6914 6700, www.owis.org/sg