What Is the PYP Exhibition?

The PYP Exhibition is the culminating project of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme at the International School of Riga. It gives Grade 5 students the opportunity to apply their learning to real-world issues — combining research, creativity, collaboration, and action.

Through this inquiry-led process, students gain essential skills in communication, problem-solving, and global citizenship.

How Our Students Prepared for the Exhibition

At ISR, Grade 5 learners followed the full IB inquiry cycle:

• Investigating topics they care deeply about

• Conducting interviews and research

• Creating visual and interactive presentations

• Taking real-world action to create impact

This process showcases the heart of the PYP: student agency and action-driven learning.

Topics That Inspired Change

This year’s students chose bold, timely topics including:

✅ Air pollution & climate change
✅ Animal abuse & care
✅ Food systems & sustainability
✅ War victims & displaced communities
✅ Water pollution

They explored these issues through a global lens, connected with local organizations, and took steps to raise awareness and drive change.

Taking Action — Beyond the Classroom

In addition to researching and presenting, students made a real impact by:

• Hosting beach clean-ups

• Supporting the Ukrainian school in Riga

• Organizing fundraisers for Tavi Draugi

• Donating to the local Soup Kitchen

The PYP Exhibition is about more than knowledge — it’s about transforming learning into action.

Celebrating a Community Effort

This learning journey was supported by an amazing community:

• Mentors and advisors from both campuses

• ISR’s specialist teachers

• Guest speakers and global interviewees

• Supportive families

• Everyone who attended and celebrated with us

We are deeply grateful for the collective effort that made this event a success.

Learn More About ISR and the IB PYP

The International School of Riga is proud to deliver the IB Primary Years Programme in a dynamic, diverse, and nurturing environment. If you’re curious about how we develop young changemakers — this is just one inspiring example.

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