Pastoral care and wellbeing support for every student
Safe and Supportive Environment
Partner-operated door-to-door transport
Safe Transport Service
Spacious, modern, light-filled campus
30 m² per Student
40+ activities and clubs
Extensive After-School Programme
Robust ELL programme alongside mother tongue learning
Integrated English Language Support
Specialist teachers in Art, Music, PE, Languages, and Library
Broad and Enriched Curriculum
English-language education (Grades 1–5)
IB Primary Years Programme
Up to 20–22 students per class
4:1 Student–Adult Ratio
Prepared on-site and tailored to dietary needs
4 Fresh Meals Daily
EIS Primary school is a place where children can enjoy their childhood while engaging in high-quality curriculum. Through inquiry-based learning and strong academic foundations, our students develop curiosity, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. EIS students grow in this internationally-minded environment, knowing they are valued. We create an environment where children feel valued, supported, and challenged — an internationally minded community where each child is encouraged to think independently and grow into their full potential.
Kristine Atrens
Head of Primary, PYP Coordinator
Three Pillars of Learning in the Primary
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Ignite CuriosityLearning begins with curiosity. In our Primary School, we nurture children’s natural desire to ask questions, explore ideas, and make discoveries. Through encouragement, positive reinforcement, and a supportive classroom culture, students develop the confidence to take risks and embrace challenges. -
Teach How to ThinkWe go beyond providing answers — we teach students how to think. Through inquiry-based learning, children learn to analyse, reflect, and apply knowledge independently. They develop critical and conceptual thinking skills that help them make meaningful connections across subjects and in real-world contexts. -
Learn by DoingUnderstanding deepens through experience. Students collaborate on projects, present their ideas, engage in performances, and solve authentic problems. By actively participating in their learning, they build communication skills, creativity, resilience, and the confidence to take initiative.
- Ignite CuriosityLearning begins with curiosity. In our Primary School, we nurture children’s natural desire to ask questions, explore ideas, and make discoveries. Through encouragement, positive reinforcement, and a supportive classroom culture, students develop the confidence to take risks and embrace challenges.
- Teach How to ThinkWe go beyond providing answers — we teach students how to think. Through inquiry-based learning, children learn to analyse, reflect, and apply knowledge independently. They develop critical and conceptual thinking skills that help them make meaningful connections across subjects and in real-world contexts.
- Learn by DoingUnderstanding deepens through experience. Students collaborate on projects, present their ideas, engage in performances, and solve authentic problems. By actively participating in their learning, they build communication skills, creativity, resilience, and the confidence to take initiative.
Primary School Curriculum
(Grades 1-5)
Our Primary School curriculum combines two internationally respected programmes — the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Cambridge Primary Curriculum. Together, they create a dynamic learning environment where curiosity, understanding, and real-world connections are at the heart of every lesson. English is the language of instruction.
The IB Primary Years Programme offers a transdisciplinary approach that makes learning engaging, meaningful, and relevant. Students gain essential knowledge and skills while developing conceptual understanding, positive attitudes, and a strong sense of responsibility for their learning and actions.
At the core of the PYP are six transdisciplinary themes explored across subject areas. Through carefully designed Units of Inquiry, students investigate local, national, and global topics, building critical thinking skills and making connections between disciplines and their own experiences.
Designed as a developmental journey, the PYP guides students through learning that grows naturally from real-life questions and discoveries.
The IB Primary Years Programme offers a transdisciplinary approach that makes learning engaging, meaningful, and relevant. Students gain essential knowledge and skills while developing conceptual understanding, positive attitudes, and a strong sense of responsibility for their learning and actions.
At the core of the PYP are six transdisciplinary themes explored across subject areas. Through carefully designed Units of Inquiry, students investigate local, national, and global topics, building critical thinking skills and making connections between disciplines and their own experiences.
Designed as a developmental journey, the PYP guides students through learning that grows naturally from real-life questions and discoveries.
Transdisciplinary themes
The IB PYP is designed for students aged 3 to 12. Subjects such as Mathematics, English, Science, Art, IT, Languages, and Social Studies are meaningfully integrated within the programme, allowing children to see connections between disciplines rather than viewing them in isolation. This approach creates an authentic and engaging learning experience that supports students from a wide range of backgrounds.
The programme inspires curiosity and encourages children to explore the world with confidence and independence. Students investigate big ideas and essential questions such as:
Who we are
Where we are in place and time
How we express ourselves
How the world works
How we organise ourselves
Sharing the planet
Where we are in place and time
How we express ourselves
How the world works
How we organise ourselves
Sharing the planet
the PYP EXHIBITION
The culminating experience of the Primary Years Programme is the PYP Exhibition. In this extended inquiry project, students explore real-world issues, conduct in-depth research, and present their findings and proposed actions to the school community. The Exhibition is both a celebration and a milestone. It reflects students’ growth as independent thinkers and communicators, and marks a confident transition to the next stage of their education.
By the End of Primary School
By the time students complete Grade 5, they are confident, articulate learners who can think independently and communicate their ideas clearly in English. They have developed strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, experience in conducting research, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
Through the PYP Exhibition and years of inquiry-based learning, students learn to take responsibility for their work, reflect on their progress, and approach new challenges with resilience and curiosity. They move into the next stage of their education prepared not only academically, but also personally.
Through the PYP Exhibition and years of inquiry-based learning, students learn to take responsibility for their work, reflect on their progress, and approach new challenges with resilience and curiosity. They move into the next stage of their education prepared not only academically, but also personally.
latvian studies
As part of our commitment to our host country and in accordance with national requirements, all students learn about Latvian language and culture through the subject Latvian Studies. Developed in line with state guidelines, the course introduces students to Latvia’s language, history, geography, and cultural heritage, helping them understand and appreciate the country in which they live and learn.
For more information about the IB and its programmes, please visit the official IB website. The full Program of Inquiry can be found here, and the curriculum guides for core subjects are available here.
FAQ about the IB PYP (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme).
For more information about the IB and its programmes, please visit the official IB website. The full Program of Inquiry can be found here, and the curriculum guides for core subjects are available here.
FAQ about the IB PYP (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme).
Accreditations
Exupery International School is a fully authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) school, currently offering the Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) for preschool and primary students as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in high school. The school is also an accredited member of the International Baccalaureate (IB) World School community.
Primary School Experience
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ACADEMIC GROWTH
Our goal in the PYP is to nurture happy, engaged learners in every aspect of school life. Through inquiry-based learning, students build strong academic foundations while making meaningful connections between prior knowledge and new ideas. Technology is thoughtfully integrated into the curriculum to deepen understanding and encourage creativity. A personalised approach ensures that each child’s strengths, interests, and pace of development are recognised and supported. -
Language Development
Strong language skills are the foundation of confident learning. English is the language of instruction, and our dedicated EAL programme supports students as they develop fluency and academic language skills. We also place special importance on nurturing each child’s mother tongue. Twice a week, students immerse themselves in their native language and literature, strengthening literacy, identity, and intellectual growth. -
Creativity & Co-Curricular Life
Learning extends beyond the classroom. Students participate in performances, collaborative projects, and creative exploration across disciplines. In the afternoons, children can choose from more than 40 activities, including chess, theatre, music, arts and crafts, ceramics, drone school, podcast studio, ballet, sports, and culinary workshops. These experiences build confidence, collaboration skills, and joy in discovery. -
Wellbeing & Environment
We believe children thrive in an environment where they feel safe, supported, and inspired. Our spacious, modern campus offers light-filled classrooms, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, and daily opportunities for movement and play. Healthy nutrition is an important part of school life. Meals are freshly prepared on site using high-quality ingredients and tailored to individual dietary needs. Students are supported by a school nurse and a dedicated wellbeing team, ensuring that both physical and emotional development are cared for.
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Academic Growth
Our goal in the PYP is to nurture happy, engaged learners in every aspect of school life. Through inquiry-based learning, students build strong academic foundations while making meaningful connections between prior knowledge and new ideas. Technology is thoughtfully integrated into the curriculum to deepen understanding and encourage creativity. A personalised approach ensures that each child’s strengths, interests, and pace of development are recognised and supported. -
Language Development
Strong language skills are the foundation of confident learning. English is the language of instruction, and our dedicated EAL programme supports students as they develop fluency and academic language skills. We also place special importance on nurturing each child’s mother tongue. Twice a week, students immerse themselves in their native language and literature, strengthening literacy, identity, and intellectual growth. -
Creativity & Co-Curricular Life
Learning extends beyond the classroom. Students participate in performances, collaborative projects, and creative exploration across disciplines. In the afternoons, children can choose from more than 40 activities, including chess, theatre, music, arts and crafts, ceramics, drone school, podcast studio, ballet, sports, and culinary workshops. These experiences build confidence, collaboration skills, and joy in discovery. -
Wellbeing & Environment
We believe children thrive in an environment where they feel safe, supported, and inspired. Our spacious, modern campus offers light-filled classrooms, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, and daily opportunities for movement and play. Healthy nutrition is an important part of school life. Meals are freshly prepared on site using high-quality ingredients and tailored to individual dietary needs. Students are supported by a school nurse and a dedicated wellbeing team, ensuring that both physical and emotional development are cared for.
Primary School Team
Our Primary School teachers are experienced educators with international backgrounds and a deep understanding of how children learn best. They create classrooms where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are respected, and every child feels seen and supported.
Each class is led by a homeroom teacher and supported by a dedicated teaching assistant. Specialist teachers in Art, Music, Physical Education, Languages, and Library enrich the programme, while our learning support team — including EAL teachers, a speech therapist, psychologist, and learning support specialist — ensures that every student receives the guidance they need to thrive.
Each class is led by a homeroom teacher and supported by a dedicated teaching assistant. Specialist teachers in Art, Music, Physical Education, Languages, and Library enrich the programme, while our learning support team — including EAL teachers, a speech therapist, psychologist, and learning support specialist — ensures that every student receives the guidance they need to thrive.
- William SpencerHomeroom Teacher
- Katharine BirdHomeroom Teacher
- Emily FrederickHomeroom Teacher
- Homeroom Teacher
- Homeroom Teacher
- Homeroom Teacher
- Homeroom Teacher
- Lisa MeagherHomeroom Teacher
Exceptional Learning Spaces
Our Primary School campus is thoughtfully designed to support both academic excellence and student wellbeing. With approximately 30 square metres per student, children learn in spacious, light-filled classrooms that encourage focus, creativity, and comfort.
Students benefit from well-equipped learning environments, including over 20 classrooms, a dedicated art studio, library, assembly hall, indoor sports hall, and outdoor play and recreation spaces. Every area of the campus is designed to inspire curiosity while ensuring safety and ease of movement throughout the day.
Students benefit from well-equipped learning environments, including over 20 classrooms, a dedicated art studio, library, assembly hall, indoor sports hall, and outdoor play and recreation spaces. Every area of the campus is designed to inspire curiosity while ensuring safety and ease of movement throughout the day.
Admissions
Visit Our Campus
The best way to experience Exupery International School is to see it in action. During your visit, we will introduce you to our academic programmes, learning spaces, and extracurricular opportunities, and answer all your questions.
To book a tour, please complete the form here: https://u.exupery.lv/1z, call us at +371 26622777, or email admissions@exupery.lv.
To book a tour, please complete the form here: https://u.exupery.lv/1z, call us at +371 26622777, or email admissions@exupery.lv.
School Fees
Detailed information about tuition fees for the 2026/2027 academic year is available below.
Feel free to get in touch with us at the contact number + 371 266 22 777 or e-mail admissions@exupery.lv.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the IB Programme
At Exupery International School, we believe the PYP framework closely reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of our Primary School. The programme is grounded in research on how children learn best and how their minds develop. It also gives us the flexibility to choose meaningful topics and learning experiences for our students. Just as importantly, it connects our school to a global network of educators and to a world-renowned educational organization, encouraging us to continuously grow and improve.
The International Baccalaureate learner profile describes a wide range of qualities that go far beyond academic success. It encourages students to develop respect for themselves, for others, and for the world around them.
All IB programmes support students in growing into curious, knowledgeable, and thoughtful individuals — communicators who are principled, open-minded, caring, balanced, and reflective.
All IB programmes support students in growing into curious, knowledgeable, and thoughtful individuals — communicators who are principled, open-minded, caring, balanced, and reflective.
The PYP actively engages children in exploring meaningful topics and real-world ideas. Students develop independence, critical thinking, and a strong sense of responsibility for their learning. This approach prepares them to participate confidently and thoughtfully in an increasingly interconnected world.
The IB provides a curriculum framework that is not tied to any single national system. Each IB school builds its own programme using this framework. At EIS, we combine the IB PYP with the Cambridge Primary Curriculum to create a balanced and well-rounded educational experience.
Each year, students explore six Units of Inquiry. These may focus on science, social studies, language, PSPE, or the arts. Many subjects are connected through these units, and specialist teachers often collaborate with homeroom teachers to create a truly integrated learning experience.
Each unit is built around a central idea that guides learning within one of six broad themes:
• Who We Are
• How We Organise Ourselves
• How We Express Ourselves
• Sharing the Planet
• Where We Are in Place and Time
• How the World Works
Each unit is built around a central idea that guides learning within one of six broad themes:
• Who We Are
• How We Organise Ourselves
• How We Express Ourselves
• Sharing the Planet
• Where We Are in Place and Time
• How the World Works
The PYP Exhibition is a special culminating project that marks the end of a student’s Primary Years Programme experience before moving on to the next stage of school. In this project, students investigate real-world issues, conduct research, and present their findings and proposed actions to the school community.
Research shows that the Exhibition is a meaningful and memorable experience for students, families, and teachers alike.
Research shows that the Exhibition is a meaningful and memorable experience for students, families, and teachers alike.
About the IB Programme
At Exupery International School, we believe the PYP framework closely reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of our Primary School. The programme is grounded in research on how children learn best and how their minds develop. It also gives us the flexibility to choose meaningful topics and learning experiences for our students. Just as importantly, it connects our school to a global network of educators and to a world-renowned educational organization, encouraging us to continuously grow and improve.
The International Baccalaureate learner profile describes a wide range of qualities that go far beyond academic success. It encourages students to develop respect for themselves, for others, and for the world around them.
All IB programmes support students in growing into curious, knowledgeable, and thoughtful individuals — communicators who are principled, open-minded, caring, balanced, and reflective.
All IB programmes support students in growing into curious, knowledgeable, and thoughtful individuals — communicators who are principled, open-minded, caring, balanced, and reflective.
The PYP actively engages children in exploring meaningful topics and real-world ideas. Students develop independence, critical thinking, and a strong sense of responsibility for their learning. This approach prepares them to participate confidently and thoughtfully in an increasingly interconnected world.
The IB provides a curriculum framework that is not tied to any single national system. Each IB school builds its own programme using this framework. At EIS, we combine the IB PYP with the Cambridge Primary Curriculum to create a balanced and well-rounded educational experience.
Each year, students explore six Units of Inquiry. These may focus on science, social studies, language, PSPE, or the arts. Many subjects are connected through these units, and specialist teachers often collaborate with homeroom teachers to create a truly integrated learning experience.
Each unit is built around a central idea that guides learning within one of six broad themes:
• Who We Are
• How We Organise Ourselves
• How We Express Ourselves
• Sharing the Planet
• Where We Are in Place and Time
• How the World Works
Each unit is built around a central idea that guides learning within one of six broad themes:
• Who We Are
• How We Organise Ourselves
• How We Express Ourselves
• Sharing the Planet
• Where We Are in Place and Time
• How the World Works
The PYP Exhibition is a special culminating project that marks the end of a student’s Primary Years Programme experience before moving on to the next stage of school. In this project, students investigate real-world issues, conduct research, and present their findings and proposed actions to the school community.
Research shows that the Exhibition is a meaningful and memorable experience for students, families, and teachers alike.
Research shows that the Exhibition is a meaningful and memorable experience for students, families, and teachers alike.
Daily School Life
Student progress is carefully monitored throughout the year using a range of assessment tools, including reading and mathematics evaluations, ongoing observation, and performance during Units of Inquiry. Teachers use clear learning goals, rubrics, and feedback to ensure each child’s development is supported and understood.
In Primary School, we do not assign traditional homework. Most learning takes place in the classroom under the guidance of the teacher, where students receive support, feedback, and encouragement in real time.
Our school year typically begins in mid-August and finishes in mid-June. You can view the full school calendar here.
We offer more than 40 after-school activities designed to match a wide range of interests. From chess and theatre to sports, creative arts, technology clubs, and cooking workshops, every child can find something they truly enjoy.
The school day runs from 8:30 AM to 3:45 PM. After-school activities take place daily from 4:05 PM to 6:05 PM.
Many of our students join us from different parts of the world and begin with varying levels of English, so this is something we are very familiar with. EIS offers a dedicated EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme designed to support children as they build confidence and develop their language skills. Our teachers are experienced in helping new students settle in, feel comfortable, and successfully adapt to their new learning environment.
We keep class sizes intentionally small — up to 20 students in Grades 1–3 and up to 22 students in Grades 4–5 — so teachers can give each child individual attention. Each class is supported by a dedicated teaching assistant, ensuring a highly personalised learning environment.
At EIS, we see education as a partnership between students, parents, and the school. You can support your child by:
• reading and discussing their Toddle posts together
• staying in regular contact with teachers
• sharing books at home
• supporting your child’s mother tongue
• talking about ideas, events, and opinions together
• helping them research information using books or the internet
• sharing your own expertise with the class during Units of Inquiry
• attending parent workshops and school events
• becoming familiar with the IB learner profile.
• reading and discussing their Toddle posts together
• staying in regular contact with teachers
• sharing books at home
• supporting your child’s mother tongue
• talking about ideas, events, and opinions together
• helping them research information using books or the internet
• sharing your own expertise with the class during Units of Inquiry
• attending parent workshops and school events
• becoming familiar with the IB learner profile.
Students at Exupery International School do not wear uniforms. We believe children learn best when they feel comfortable, confident, and free to express their individuality.
Daily School Life
Student progress is carefully monitored throughout the year using a range of assessment tools, including reading and mathematics evaluations, ongoing observation, and performance during Units of Inquiry. Teachers use clear learning goals, rubrics, and feedback to ensure each child’s development is supported and understood.
In Primary School, we do not assign traditional homework. Most learning takes place in the classroom under the guidance of the teacher, where students receive support, feedback, and encouragement in real time.
Our school year typically begins in mid-August and finishes in mid-June. You can view the full school calendar here.
We offer more than 40 after-school activities designed to match a wide range of interests. From chess and theatre to sports, creative arts, technology clubs, and cooking workshops, every child can find something they truly enjoy.
The school day runs from 8:30 AM to 3:45 PM. After-school activities take place daily from 4:05 PM to 6:05 PM.
Many of our students join us from different parts of the world and begin with varying levels of English, so this is something we are very familiar with. EIS offers a dedicated EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme designed to support children as they build confidence and develop their language skills. Our teachers are experienced in helping new students settle in, feel comfortable, and successfully adapt to their new learning environment.
We keep class sizes intentionally small — up to 20 students in Grades 1–3 and up to 22 students in Grades 4–5 — so teachers can give each child individual attention. Each class is supported by a dedicated teaching assistant, ensuring a highly personalised learning environment.
At EIS, we see education as a partnership between students, parents, and the school. You can support your child by:
• reading and discussing their Toddle posts together
• staying in regular contact with teachers
• sharing books at home
• supporting your child’s mother tongue
• talking about ideas, events, and opinions together
• helping them research information using books or the internet
• sharing your own expertise with the class during Units of Inquiry
• attending parent workshops and school events
• becoming familiar with the IB learner profile.
• reading and discussing their Toddle posts together
• staying in regular contact with teachers
• sharing books at home
• supporting your child’s mother tongue
• talking about ideas, events, and opinions together
• helping them research information using books or the internet
• sharing your own expertise with the class during Units of Inquiry
• attending parent workshops and school events
• becoming familiar with the IB learner profile.
Students at Exupery International School do not wear uniforms. We believe children learn best when they feel comfortable, confident, and free to express their individuality.
Support & Wellbeing
Our on-site kitchen is operated by the professional team of the award-winning local restaurant 36 Line. They prepare breakfast, lunch, and two snacks each day using fresh, natural ingredients. We carefully consider each child’s dietary needs, including allergies and preferences.
Yes. Our transportation partner provides safe and reliable door-to-door transport for EIS students between Riga, Jurmala, and the school, using comfortable microbuses.
The campus has controlled access, and the grounds and common areas are monitored throughout the day. An experienced school nurse is on campus daily, and our wellbeing team supports students’ physical and emotional development.
Support & Wellbeing
Our on-site kitchen is operated by the professional team of the award-winning local restaurant 36 Line. They prepare breakfast, lunch, and two snacks each day using fresh, natural ingredients. We carefully consider each child’s dietary needs, including allergies and preferences.
Yes. Our transportation partner provides safe and reliable door-to-door transport for EIS students between Riga, Jurmala, and the school, using comfortable microbuses.
The campus has controlled access, and the grounds and common areas are monitored throughout the day. An experienced school nurse is on campus daily, and our wellbeing team supports students’ physical and emotional development.
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