IB PYP 4 English
Ancourage Academy · IB PYP · PYP 4
Content reviewed: Jan 2026
IB PYP 4 English tuition at Ancourage Academy in Singapore (Bishan & Woodlands) offers small groups of 3-6 learners, aligned with the IB Primary Years Programme. Weekly 1.5-hour lessons use our ESB methodology to develop text analysis, essay structure, and persuasive communication through inquiry-based learning. "In PYP, language is the gateway to all learning—students develop literacy through meaningful inquiry," notes our curriculum team. Our structured approach helps children build confident literary analysis, multi-paragraph writing, and research presentation skills.
What Makes Us Different
Our proven teaching methodology combines evidence-based approaches for maximum learning effectiveness
Ebbinghaus Memory Theory
Planned retrieval practice at expanding intervals — weekly topic quizzes, monthly mixed reviews, and term revision cycles — timed to strengthen memory just before it weakens, so knowledge stays accessible under exam pressure.
Socratic Questioning
Probing questions that surface each student's reasoning — 'Why did you choose that method?' and 'What if the question changed this detail?' — revealing gaps in understanding early so misconceptions are corrected before they compound.
Bruner's Scaffolding
Graduated support from fully guided to fully independent — tutors first model the solution, then prompt during practice, then observe silently — systematically building competence while ensuring students do not develop reliance on hints.
Key Learning Outcomes
Master Key Concepts
Deep understanding of core topics aligned with MOE syllabus
Critical Thinking
Develop analytical and problem-solving skills
Exam Confidence
Strategic exam techniques and time management
Consistent Results
Improved grades and academic performance
Course Structure
Duration
1.5 hours per lesson
Full coverage with interactive learning time
Class Size
3-6 students per class
Close guidance, timely feedback, and ample practice
Materials
All materials provided
No material fees — all worksheets and resources included
Curriculum Overview
- ✓Reading comprehension — Identifying themes, making inferences, and comparing perspectives across fiction and non-fiction.
- ✓Writing skills — Producing organised multi-paragraph compositions (narrative, descriptive, expository); applying editing and revision techniques.
- ✓Grammar and vocabulary — Expanding vocabulary through transdisciplinary themes; applying advanced sentence structures and verb tenses.
- ✓Speaking and listening — Presenting ideas confidently in group discussions, role-plays, and formal oral presentations.
- ✓Literature appreciation — Analysing characters, plot, and themes; making connections to self, community, and global issues.
- ✓Inquiry through language — Using English as a tool for research, reflection, and collaboration within PYP transdisciplinary units.
- ✓Examination readiness (age-appropriate) — Building confidence in responding to comprehension questions, writing tasks, and oral assessments.
What PYP 4 English students commonly work on
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Extended writing — maintaining coherence and quality across longer compositions
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Textual analysis — identifying author purpose, tone, and literary techniques
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Critical vocabulary — using subject-specific and evaluative language effectively
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Research skills — gathering and synthesising information from multiple sources
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Persuasive communication — constructing arguments supported by evidence
Learning Progression
Builds On
PYP 3 foundations in multi-paragraph writing and basic text analysis
Prepares For
PYP 5 English with more sophisticated essay structures and deeper literary analysis
Key Transition
PYP 4 introduces genre awareness — students learn to adapt their writing for different purposes and audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Genre awareness means understanding that different types of writing (narratives, reports, persuasive texts) have different structures and purposes. PYP 4 students learn to adapt their writing for different audiences and goals, a crucial skill for upper primary and beyond.
PYP 4 builds the extended writing, research, and presentation skills students will need for PYP 5 and the PYP 6 Exhibition. Students develop independence in reading, writing, and inquiry that forms the foundation for capstone project work.
PYP 4 students analyse author purpose, tone, and basic literary techniques. They compare perspectives across texts, identify themes, and support their interpretations with evidence. This develops the critical thinking foundation for upper primary.
Our small-group classes are intentionally kept between 3 and 6 students so every learner receives close guidance, timely feedback, and ample practice.
Each lesson is 1.5 hours, providing ample time for thorough coverage of topics and interactive learning.
Yes. All lesson materials and worksheets are provided and included in the fees. Students should bring regular stationery and, where applicable, school textbooks/workbooks for reference.
Yes. Our materials and pacing align with the MOE syllabus. External syllabuses (e.g. IGCSE, IB) are available upon request.
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