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AGES 6 TO 10

GREENGATES PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

In Primary School at Greengates, we teach the globally recognised International Primary Curriculum (IPC). The first school in Latin America to offer the IPC, our all-encompassing programme is thematic, outward looking, and adapted to the unique needs of each student. With the perfect blend of support and challenge, your child will make outstanding progress and fulfil their true potential.
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THE INTERNATIONAL PRIMARY CURRICULUM (IPC)

At Greengates Primary School, our students follow the renowned International Primary Curriculum (IPC).

Currently used in more than 90 countries worldwide, the IPC is a flexible, thematic, and creative international Primary School programme, which can be adapted to each student’s interests, strengths, and level of understanding. It sets clear personal, subject, and learning goals, nurtures our children’s natural curiosity, and hones the traits they need for a successful school career. It also teaches our learners to respect and understand our global community..

Greengates was the first Primary School in Mexico – and Latin America – to achieve IPC and International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) accreditation. The IEYC and IPC are part of the International Curriculum Association (ICA), which has been helping schools develop learning since 1984.
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The IPC’s approach to learning

Our IPC delivers an outstanding Primary education in Mexico, offering a balanced combination of stimulating academic, personal, and international experiences. Children learn across a wide range of subjects, including science, history, geography, and art. In English and maths, meanwhile, our students follow the English National Curriculum, adapted to our IPC context.

At Greengates Primary School, we encourage students to actively set their own learning goals, which are based on their individual strengths, areas for development, and interests. Our teachers create an individualised learning plan for each child, which outlines the steps needed to achieve their targets. 
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EMBRACING OUR LOCAL CONTEXT

Our approach to learning at Greengates Primary School is inspired by our host country of Mexico and the educational authorities of the Secretaría de Educación Pública (SEP). Here, Mexican nationals and native Spanish speakers work towards learning targets set by the SEP through Spanish language and IPC Social Studies lessons.

We expect our young international students to achieve literacy in Spanish by the end of Primary School, with their linguistic journey beginning in the Early Years. By the end of Primary, we also want them to have an in-depth knowledge of Mexican history and geography, and a sincere appreciation for our country’s rich culture and traditions. 
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A TYPICAL DAY AT GREENGATES SCHOOL

Our Primary days stimulate us with everything we’re interested in. We explore our talents in specialist areas and extracurricular activities, becoming eager for the next challenge.
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READY TO LEARN
When we arrive at school, we’re greeted by all our teachers at the entrance. We gather on the patio and chat or play with friends until the bell rings! Then, we line up next to our class teacher to get ready to learn.
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WARMING UP
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ENGLISH IMMERSION
Through English and drama lessons, we practice spelling, grammar, speaking, listening, and reading. Following the English National Curriculum, we advance through 13 reading levels that have 50 books at each level. 
BUILDING LITERACY
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LUNCHTIME BREAK
We have two lunch breaks every day, when we can buy healthy food at the Tuck Shop or eat a packed lunch. During this time, we can also visit the library, participate in makerspace activities, or read a good book.
REFUELLING AND RELAXING
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UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD
Our IPC lessons immerse us in many ways to investigate the world! Every unit is unique. We might act out an international myth, role-play as detectives, create a digestive system, or go on a walk to learn about nature. 
ENQUIRING AND EXPLORING
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TIME FOR MUSIC
Our music lessons go hand in hand with our IPC units, too. We might sing along to familiar songs or perform new ones with others. We can also explore new ways to express ourselves and understand musical movement.
EXPRESSING OURSELVES
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HYDROPONICS AND GARDENING
In our vibrant garden with a hydroponics system, we can learn how to hang plants, so their roots are within a flow of water. We can also get our hands dirty, grabbing a bucket and spade, as we make our mark in the garden.
WORKING HANDS-ON
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THE IPC’S HISTORY

The International Primary Curriculum (IPC) has been used in schools all over the world since its creation in 2000. Currently, there are over 1,000 national and international schools in over 90 countries that teach from the IPC. It ensures that children are learning a current, highly relevant curriculum based on the very latest research into children’s brains and how they learn.

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THE ENGLISH NATIONAL CURRICULUM FOR ENGLISH AND MATHEMATICS

We follow and meet all the goals and targets of the English National Curriculum in the subjects of English and mathematics.
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OUR CAMPUS

AN ENVIRONMENT BUILT FOR SUCCESS

On our expansive campus in Naucalpan de Juárez, just north of Mexico City, our Primary School students have everything they need to flourish. Learning in bright classrooms, colourful outdoor spaces, and state-of-the-art specialist facilities, your child will be inspired to learn and grow, guided every step of the way by our talented International Primary Curriculum experts.
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AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE

Our combined IEYC and IPC programme received recognition for excellent practice. Our programme received the highest award for mastering in the areas below and received 51 mastering awards across 58 individual categories.


This included:

  • A clear focus on improving learning
  • A shared vision about how we’re helping to stimulate children’s growth
  • International mindedness and global awareness
  • The significance and development of knowledge, skills, and understanding
  • Rigorous children’s learning and teachers’ high expectations of it
  • Successful teaching of the IPC’s learning process
  • Successful teaching of the IPC’s themes through independent yet interdependent subjects


Interested in learning more? Discover more about how we’ve also earned awards specific to the IEYC. You may also explore the difference between our international and national programmes.

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ACHIEVEMENT THAT RESONATES AROUND THE WORLD

Our multicultural community and award-winning international curricula unlock a myriad of learning experiences. These will ignite your child’s passions and lay the foundations for academic success.

OUR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
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