Educational Thoughts

When "Extremism" Means Thinking Differently

As progressive teachers portray the uptake of conservative values as “rising student extremism,” we see this as further evidence of the intolerance within the education sector toward students who hold traditional beliefs.

At Manukau Christian School, we affirm that every classroom operates within an ideological framework. To deny this reality invites subtle indoctrination disguised as neutrality. We believe that what New Zealand’s education system—and society as a whole—most needs is a return to a Christian foundation, the only sure path to moral renewal and national flourishing.

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Why We're Glad to be Doing Cambridge
At Manukau Christian School, it's our mission to pursue excellence and faithfulness in education. 

Unlike New Zealand's NCEA system - which can be inconsistent, overly flexible and vulnerable to superficial credit collection, the Cambridge International Education framework involves rigorous topical learning, robust assessment and independent, international accountability.  
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Hobson's Pledge Comes to MCS
Elliot Ikilei spoke about Māori history, the Treaty of Waitangi, and the meaning of sovereignty. He argued that social issues today stem more from family breakdown than colonization. Students were encouraged to think critically and engage in open, honest discussion.
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