The 6 Cs of Education

In order to achieve our Curriculum Vision and our Leaver Profile, we will have a focus on the 6 Cs of Education as described by Michael Fullan. The 6 Cs are often referred to as 21st Century skills. They are the skills and attributes that will set our ākonga up for success in the workplace and for the future. Therefore, by focusing on the 6 Cs we will be preparing our students for the best chance of success in life beyond the school gates. Below is a description of each of the 6 Cs.

Critical Thinking - is the process of filtering, analyzing, and questioning information/content found in various media, and then synthesizing it in a form that offers value to an individual

Collaboration - Collaboration is the skill of utilizing various personalities, talents, and knowledge in a way to create a maximum outcome. The outcome must provide a benefit to a group or the entire community. Due to synergy, the common outcome has a greater value than the sum of values of each individual outcome

Communication - Communication is the skill of presenting information in a clear, concise, and meaningful way. It also requires careful listening and successfully articulating thoughts..

Creativity - In the 21st century, an individual must be able to create something new or create something in a new way, utilizing the knowledge they have already acquired. It does not just signify art, but also various solutions to a problem in real-life situations.

Citizenship - It is important for an individual to be in touch with everything that surrounds them—both culture and community.

Character - Understanding the importance of human connectivity in a world filled with technology is a necessary skill to teach children. Fullan highlights character education as the last C. It includes a school’s commitment to helping young people become responsible, caring, and contributing citizens.