On December 12, the European School community came together for the IB PYP Night – “It’s a Small World After All,” held at the Paronyan Theatre. The event became a unique celebratory, educational, and cultural platform that showcased the philosophy of the IB Primary Years Programme, placing the learner at the center through inquiry-based learning and global-mindedness.

The festive evening united learners, parents, facilitators, school leadership, and partners, creating a collaborative, engaging, and inspiring atmosphere. Learners’ performances, musical and theatrical presentations, as well as the celebration of cultural diversity, made the event memorable and deeply meaningful.

During the event, several key IB Learner Profile attributes were highlighted:

• Communicator – Learners confidently expressed themselves on stage, presenting their ideas and cultures through various forms of expression.
• Inquirer – The content of the event encouraged curiosity, cultural exploration, and the ability to view the world from different perspectives.
• Open-minded – The presentation of different countries and cultures fostered understanding, tolerance, and appreciation of diversity.
• Caring – Collaborative performances and joint efforts emphasized the values of empathy, respect, and support for others.
• Balanced – Academic, creative, and social elements were harmoniously integrated throughout the event.

IB PYP Night also contributed to the development of ATL (Approaches to Learning) skills:

• Social skills – Collaboration, role distribution, shared responsibility, and teamwork.
• Communication skills – Verbal and non-verbal communication, stage presence, listening, and responding effectively.
• Self-management skills – Preparation, effective time management, self-discipline, and emotional regulation.
• Thinking skills – Creative thinking, identifying cultural connections, and synthesizing ideas.

Connection to Our Mission and Vision

The IB PYP Night fully reflected the mission of the European School to nurture caring, inquiring, and globally minded learners within an inclusive and multicultural environment. The active involvement of the school community and opportunities for learner voice supported learners’ social-emotional and academic development, strengthening the application of 21st-century skills.

At the same time, the event aligned with the school’s vision of developing principled, open-minded, and responsible individuals who value diversity and are capable of acting as agents of positive change in local and global communities.