Welcome to Middle Years Programme at GIS 

Assessment in the MYP (Middle Years Programme) is criterion-related, focusing on measuring student performance against predefined standards rather than comparing them to peers. Each subject group has specific criteria, usually four, designed to evaluate key skills and knowledge areas.

Students are assessed using a variety of tasks, such as projects, presentations, essays, exams, and creative works, allowing them to demonstrate their understanding and skills in diverse ways. Teachers provide detailed feedback based on the criteria to guide improvement and encourage reflection.

MYP assessment promotes ongoing learning by focusing on formative assessments, which support skill development, and summative assessments, which evaluate students’ achievement at the end of a learning cycle. This approach fosters critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving, preparing students for success in the IB Diploma Programme, Career-related Programme and beyond.

E-Assessment in the MYP is a digital-based assessment method that allows students to demonstrate their learning through online platforms. It includes a range of tasks, such as multiple-choice questions, short-answer responses, and written tasks, which are assessed electronically. e-Assessment provides a more efficient way of evaluating students’ progress while offering flexibility in the types of assessments that can be administered.

Through e-Assessment, students can take tests that are designed to measure their understanding and skills in a consistent and secure online environment. This form of assessment supports the MYP’s focus on preparing students for a rapidly evolving world, ensuring they are equipped with both academic knowledge and digital literacy skills.

GIS is planning to implement the e-Assessment.

What is the Personal Project?

The Personal Project in the MYP is a significant, independent project that allows students to explore a topic of personal interest in depth. It encourages students to demonstrate their learning and skills through a creative process, where they plan, research, create, and present their work. The project typically culminates in a final product, which could be anything from a written report to a piece of artwork or a prototype.

Throughout the process, students reflect on their learning, set goals, and evaluate their progress. The Personal Project helps develop key skills such as project management, critical thinking, creativity, and communication, while also allowing students to connect their studies to real-world issues or personal passions. It is a key component of the MYP, fostering independence and preparing students for future academic and career challenges.

Homework helps MYP students to develop independence, responsibility, and strong organisational skills that prepare them for continued learning beyond the MYP.

Homework focuses on learning beyond the classroom and consolidation of skills including skills in numeracy and literacy. Homework is the responsibility of the student and to be completed with independence. Parents are encouraged to support a routine at home to set each child up for success.