International Primary Curriculum (Year 1-6)

As students begin primary school at CHIS, we strive to encourage holistic development.

We have implemented the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) which is currently used by over 1,000 schools in over 92 countries worldwide. The curriculum takes on a comprehensive and thematic approach with a clear and rigorous process of learning, providing students with subject goals, personal learning goals, and international learning goals. These goals navigate children towards a practical global and intercultural perspective. Students will grasp big themes that will help them develop subject knowledge as well as a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Learning Approach:

Subjects are taught through engaging themes that make learning relevant and enjoyable. The IPC approach develops:

Global perspective through international mindedness.
Academic excellence across all subject areas.
Personal development and character building.
21st-century skills for future success.

Year 1-2

Subjects Taught

English

Mathematics

Science

History

Geography

Art & Design

Design & Technology

STEAM

Physical Education

Mandarin

Bahasa Malaysia (Compulsory for Malaysian students)

Performing Arts: Music and Drama

Personal, Social and Health Education

Citizen/ Leadership

Maximum 25 students per class.

Year 3-4

Subjects Taught

English

Mathematics

Science

History

Geography

Art & Design

Design & Technology

STEAM

Physical Education

Mandarin

Bahasa Malaysia (Compulsory for Malaysian students)

Performing Arts: Music and Drama

Personal, Social and Health Education

Citizen/ Leadership

Maximum 25 students per class.

Year 5-6

Subjects Taught

English

Mathematics

Science

History

Geography

Art & Design

Design & Technology

STEAM

Physical Education

Mandarin

Bahasa Malaysia (Compulsory for Malaysian students)

Performing Arts: Music and Drama

Personal, Social and Health Education

Citizen/ Leadership

Maximum 25 students per class.

FAQs on CHIS Primary Curriculum

CHIS follows the British Curriculum supplemented with International Primary Curriculum (IPC), an internationally recognised, inquiry-based curriculum designed to develop knowledge, skills, and understanding through thematic units.

The IPC fosters academic skills, creativity, social responsibility, and global awareness through a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum.

Core subjects include Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Technology, History, Geography, Music, Art, and Physical Education, integrated into thematic learning units.

Student progress is monitored through formative and summative assessments aligned with IPC learning goals to track academic and personal development.

The IPC’s flexible framework allows teachers to tailor lessons to various learning styles, ensuring individualised support and engagement.

English is the main language of instruction, with additional language options including Mandarin and Malay.

CHIS is the only IPC-accredited international primary school in Johor Bahru and one of just four in whole of Malaysia. This prestigious accreditation (2024–2028) from the International Curriculum Association ensures that CHIS maintains global education standards, delivering consistent academic quality and holistic student development.

Personal, Social, and Health Education (PSHE), citizenship, and leadership are essential components of the curriculum. CHIS aims to nurture confident, responsible, and globally-minded individuals who are socially aware and emotionally resilient.

Absolutely. In addition to core academics, CHIS offers Art & Design, STEAM education, Music & Drama, Physical Education, and Design & Technology. These subjects are crucial for encouraging self-expression, innovation, and physical wellbeing. Read about our co-curricular activities here!

CHIS fosters an open and collaborative relationship with parents, offering regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, school events, and progress reports. Parents are encouraged to be active partners in their child’s academic and personal development. Be a part of our ‘Friends of CHIS Community’ now!

Graduates of CHIS’s primary programme are well-prepared for international secondary curricula such as the Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, or IB programmes, either at CHIS or other international schools worldwide.

Yes. The IPC’s international focus, combined with cultural inclusivity and multilingual instruction, makes it ideal for both Malaysian and expatriate families seeking a global standard of education in Johor Bahru.

IPC Accredited International Primary School – Primary Curriculum (Year 1-6)

International Primary Curriculum (Year 1-6)

Learning Approach:

Year 1-2

Year 3-4

Year 5-6

FAQs on CHIS Primary Curriculum

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