Learning at HWS

At Himalayan Whitehouse IB World School (HWS), international mindedness means embracing kindness, tolerance, and the acceptance of diverse viewpoints. Our school is a diverse community with students from various cultures, religions, and backgrounds. This multicultural environment allows our students to interact with peers from different traditions and perspectives, helping them develop empathy and a deep understanding of others. They learn to navigate differences with grit and resilience, growing into open-minded and compassionate individuals.

At Himalayan Whitehouse IB World School (HWS) inquiry drives our curriculum, guiding how we teach and assess. This approach builds on students' prior knowledge and curiosity, encouraging learning that is engaging and meaningful. Through structured inquiry, our students tackle real-world problems, with classrooms becoming spaces where diverse perspectives are valued and explored.

Himalayan Whitehouse School (HWS) believes that learning is most meaningful when it extends beyond textbooks and classrooms. We emphasize real-life experiences, encouraging students to make connections with the world around them. By learning in this way, our students become problem solvers, better prepared to face real-life challenges.

Education is evolving globally, with a focus on hands-on learning both inside and outside the classroom. At Himalayan Whitehouse School (HWS), we emphasize experiential learning, enabling students to construct knowledge based on their own experiences and perspectives. Contextual Learning is a key part of our Primary and Middle School curriculum, guided by transdisciplinary themes in the PYP and Global Contexts in the MYP. We encourage students to explore global and local issues, discover new places, meet new people, and engage with ideas that broaden their understanding of the world.

At Himalayan Whitehouse IB World School (HWS), students explore concepts rather than just content. A concept is a "big idea"—a broad, abstract, and timeless principle that transcends specific subjects or periods. Concepts add depth and rigor to learning, moving beyond the traditional focus on facts and skills. They offer limitless opportunities for understanding, making them accessible to all students. Concepts can be trans-disciplinary or subject-specific, helping students build connections across, between, and beyond subjects. Key concepts guide understanding within trans-disciplinary units, while related concepts focus on specific subjects.