Our ‘Capability Backpack’ holds the capabilities that we want children to learn, know, develop and master as they journey through their school years at Pirongia School. Research highlights that a dual focus on academics and capabilities is critical for children’s success. Mastery of such traits predicts our children’s future success, if not better, than academic success alone.
The world our children live in is very different to what it was like when we were growing up. It is no longer enough to just learn “facts”.
No one knows exactly what life will be like for today’s children when they become adults, but we do know that they will need to develop a range of capabilities so that they can adapt and function well in the world.
The capabilities are not just for school but for life. Our children use and strengthen these capabilities in many different situations outside of school; at home, at sport, at church, at cultural occasions, and eventually in their chosen career.
The world our children live in is very different to what it was like when we were growing up. It is no longer enough to just learn “facts”.
No one knows exactly what life will be like for today’s children when they become adults, but we do know that they will need to develop a range of capabilities so that they can adapt and function well in the world.
The capabilities are not just for school but for life. Our children use and strengthen these capabilities in many different situations outside of school; at home, at sport, at church, at cultural occasions, and eventually in their chosen career.