Critical Thinking
Develops analytical minds who question assumptions, evaluate ideas and approach challenges with purpose.
Questioning Minds
The MYP Approach To Learning
The IB MYP at JNIS offers concept-driven, inquiry-based learning that combines academic rigour with real-world application. Across Grades 6–10, students question, analyse, connect ideas and apply their understanding. Through the MYP eAssessment and Personal Project, they develop independent thinking and essential skills, articulate their ideas and translate them into intentional communication and meaningful action- thus building a strong foundation for the IB Diploma Programme.
Inside the MYP Experience
Learning in the MYP extends beyond classrooms and textbooks. Through collaborative projects, real-world experiences, educational excursions, community engagement and co-curricular opportunities, students question, explore, create and take action. Personalised learning, meaningful feedback and increasing ownership nurture confident, independent learners who lead with purpose and make a positive difference in the world around them.
Coordinator's Message
"Don't be afraid to question. Don't be afraid to be curious. And don't be afraid to think differently."
The MYP is not about simply learning more—it is about seeing more. Seeing connections between ideas. Seeing different perspectives. Seeing,how what happens in one part of the world can affect another.
At JNIS, I want our students to become thinkers who don't accept the world at face value. I want them to investigate, challenge, create, reflect and act.
My greatest hope is that they leave the MYP not just as better learners, but as more confident thinkers, compassionate human beings and responsible citizens of the world.
The world they will inherit is changing rapidly. Our job is not to tell them what that world will look like. Our job is to give them the curiosity, courage and skills to shape it.
“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” — William Ernest Henley, Invictus. May every student leave JNIS believing that they have the power to shape their own journey—and the courage to shape the world around them."
Ms. Sonal Chabria
Curriculum Overview
Through concept-driven, inquiry-based learning, the MYP develops critical thinkers who connect concepts, question deeply and apply knowledge meaningfully.
Learner Agency
Empowers students to take ownership of their learning, make informed choices and become independent thinkers.
Independent Learners
Service
Encourages empathy and responsible action, inspiring students to contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Community Service
Conceptual Learning
Builds deeper understanding by connecting concepts, ideas and knowledge across subjects and real-world contexts.
Interdisciplinary Understanding
Enquiry based learning
Encourages students to ask meaningful questions, investigate ideas and construct understanding through discovery.
Guided Discovery
Subjects Offered
GRADE 6, 7 & 8
Physical & Health Education
Individuals & Societies
Music
Drama
Integrated Science
Art
Design
GRADE 9
English Language & Literature
Mathematics or Mathematics Extended
Language Acquisition
Physical & Health Education
Individuals & Societies
Visual Arts
Music
Drama
Integrated Science/Discrete Sciences
Design (Digital & Product)
GRADE 10
English Language & Literature
Mathematics or Mathematics Extended
Language Acquisition
Physical & Health Education
Individuals & Societies
Visual Arts
Music
Drama
Integrated Science/Discrete Sciences
Design
Knowledge & Innovation Hub
A concept based learning environment that encourages MYP learners' curiosity to evolve into ideas and trains them to turn ideas into actionable solutions.
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Resources
Library
A vibrant space for inquiry and independent learning, where MYP students explore diverse resources, pursue interests and deepen their understanding through reading, research and discovery.
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Technology
Digital Access
Students have seamless access to digital tools, platforms and resources that support research, collaboration and creativity. Technology is integrated meaningfully, enabling independent exploration and deeper learning.
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Exploration
Labs
Our state-of-the-art labs transform curiosity into discovery, giving students opportunities to experiment, observe and investigate. Through hands-on exploration, they develop scientific thinking and solve real world problems creatively.
A Vibrant Learning Experience
Beyond the classroom, students lead, learn and celebrate within a school community where parents and teachers work together to support every child's growth.
Assembly
Empower students to share ideas, lead discussions, celebrate learning and engage thoughtfully with their community.
Literacy Week
Celebrates language and expression, encouraging students to read critically and engage with diverse perspectives.
Parent Teacher Meeting
It creates meaningful dialogue between parents and teachers, supporting student progress, wellbeing and personalised learning.
Guest speakers
Students engage with diverse voices, broadening their thinking and connecting learning beyond school.
Coffee Mornings with Parents
Parents connect with co-ordinators to explore learning practices and support their child’s evolving journey.
End-of-Year Celebration
Brings the MYP community together to celebrate student growth, achievements and the year’s shared journey.
Building Future Innovators
In our STEM lab, students build computational thinking and programming skills through games, animations and Python projects, creating efficient programs that solve real problems and lay the foundation for automation, AI and robotics.
Collaborate
Share ideas, communicate and build solutions together.
Explore
Question, experiment and investigate how the world works.
Innovate
Design, build, test and improve ideas into real-world solutions.
Creative Collaboration
Hands-On Learning
Future Ready
Personal Projects
The Personal Project gives MYP students the opportunity to turn an idea into reality. Guided by a mentor, they research, plan and develop a project rooted in their interests, culminating in an end-of-year showcase. The experience nurtures creativity, critical thinking and communication while building the confidence to present ideas and bring them to life.
Academic Achievers
Service as an Action
Through Creativity, Activity and Service, students turn their ideas into purposeful action, developing empathy, initiative and a sense of social responsibility.
Students identify meaningful opportunities to contribute, transforming ideas into initiatives that create positive impact. Through creative projects, community engagement and sustainability-focused action, they develop empathy, initiative and the confidence to turn purpose into meaningful change.
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Empathy,
Empathy,
Initiative
Community Engagement,
Sustainability
Common Questions About MYP
Quick answers to what parents ask most about the Middle Years Programme (MYP) at JNIS.
How is the IB Middle Years Programme different from other curriculam?
The IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) extends learning beyond subject knowledge and examination preparation. Through conceptual understanding, inquiry and real-world application, students develop the ability to question, analyse and think critically. They also strengthen their research, communication, collaboration and self-management skills, cultivating the independence, reflection and intellectual curiosity that underpin lifelong learning.
What is the assessment procedure and what does the gradin system of 1-7 mean?
In the MYP, students are assessed against subject-specific criteria that measure different aspects of learning, such as knowledge, application, analysis, communication and critical thinking. Each subject has four assessment criteria, each assessed on a scale of 0–8. These are combined to give a subject achievement level out of 32, which is converted to a final grade from 1 to 7. The emphasis is on demonstrating learning against clearly defined expectations, rather than simply accumulating marks.
How can parents nurture independent learning without taking over the process?
Parents can provide structure, encouragement and a supportive environment for learning. Help your child establish routines, break large tasks into manageable steps and reflect on feedback. Ask questions such as, “What are you trying to find out?”, “What evidence supports your answer?” and “What would you do differently next time?” Avoid completing assignments or projects on your child's behalf. The aim is to build confidence, independence and ownership of learning.
How does the MYP prepare students for the IB Diploma Programme and university?
The MYP develops the subject knowledge, critical thinking, research, communication and self-management skills students need for more advanced study. Inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary connections and independent projects help students become confident problem-solvers. The Personal Project also gives students experience in setting goals, researching a topic, managing a process and evaluating their learning. These skills provide a strong foundation for the greater independence and academic demands of the IB Diploma Programme and university.
What are Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills, and why are they important?
Approaches to Learning (ATL) equip students with transferable skills that extend across disciplines and beyond the classroom. Encompassing communication, social, research, thinking and self-management skills, ATL empowers students to evaluate information critically, collaborate meaningfully, solve problems, manage their time effectively and reflect on their progress. These capabilities foster independent, self-aware and adaptable learners, prepared to navigate unfamiliar challenges with confidence.
What are the Personal Project and Service as Action?
The Personal Project is an independent project undertaken by students in the final year of the MYP. Students explore an area of personal interest, set a goal, develop a product or outcome, document their process and reflect on their learning.
Service as Action encourages students to apply what they learn to real-life needs and contribute positively to their communities. Through meaningful service experiences, students develop empathy, responsibility and an understanding of how their actions can make a difference. Both provide opportunities for students to exercise agency and connect learning with purposeful action.
Primary Years Programme (PYP)
Middle Years Programme (MYP)
Cambridge IGCSE
Diploma Programme (IBDP)