ABOUT ME
@early_years_pypco
Jeremy Guckert
PYP coordinator
IBEN Workshop Leader / Programme Leader (Evaluation team)
See my professional portfolio.
“Ok! Now you’re the coordinator. Good luck!”
That is almost what I was told when I was appointed a coordinator. I had no idea what it really meant and on top of that, we had an evaluation visit coming that year! I had to figure everything on my own, but thankfully I had help from many people from all around the world, especially via Facebook.
I decided to start this website and blog to document my learning journey and help anyone who may come across it.
“Ok! Now you’re the coordinator. Good luck!”
That is almost what I was told when I was appointed a coordinator. I had no idea what it really meant and on top of that, we had an evaluation visit coming that year! I had to figure everything on my own, but thankfully I had help from many people from all around the world, especially via Facebook.
I decided to start this website and blog to document my learning journey and help anyone who may come across it.
ABOUT THE BLOG
This blog is a space for reflection, support, and shared experience—created especially for new and aspiring Primary Years Programme (PYP) coordinators working in early years (age 3–6) and primary school settings (ages 6–12).
When I began my journey as a PYP coordinator in 2020, I often wished there was a clear, honest, and practical reference to help navigate the daily realities of the role. This blog is my attempt to provide just that.
What you’ll find here comes from my own experience: leading curriculum development, supporting teachers, building a collaborative culture, and growing through IB evaluations and school transitions. I share real examples, lessons learned, and practical tools that I hope will save you time—and maybe a little stress—along the way.
Whether you’re brand new to the role, taking your first steps into programme leadership, or just looking for inspiration and clarity, I hope this space serves you well.
Let’s grow the PYP together, one reflection at a time!
Disclaimers:
This website is not supported or approved by the International Baccalaureate (IB).
"ey" refers to Early Years, which includes preschool students aged 3-6 years.
"PYPco" stands for Primary Years Programme Coordinator. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is a curriculum framework for students aged 3–12, created by the International Baccalaureate (IB).
I use ChatGPT to assist with rewriting my articles for clarity, style, and accuracy, as I am not a native English speaker. However, all ideas, research, and opinions expressed in my writing are entirely my own. The content reflects my personal perspectives and understanding, and ChatGPT is only a tool to refine the language.