Why 21st Century Skills Matter for Children Today
Children today will enter a future that demands far more than academic performance alone. Employers, universities, and communities increasingly value skills such as communication, collaboration, emotional intelligence, creativity, adaptability, and problem-solving.
At the same time, many children experience increasing stress, social isolation, academic pressure, and reduced opportunities for meaningful social interaction and self-expression.
Developing these foundational life skills early can help children build healthier relationships, stronger self-confidence, emotional resilience, and a more positive relationship with learning itself.
Does my child need to leave school to join?
No. The programme is open to children from mainstream schools, homeschooling backgrounds, and alternative learning environments.
Is this a tuition class?
No. The programme focuses on communication, emotional wellbeing, teamwork, confidence, and life skills through experiential learning.
What age group is this suitable for?
8 to 14 is ideal; older children are also welcome. A programme for younger children will be launched in September.
Do children need strong English skills?
No. The programme is conducted in a supportive bilingual environment using Sinhala and English.
What is the programme schedule?
Children are expected to participate for a minimum of 6 hours a week (two 3-hour sessions or one 6-hour session) to obtain the expected benefits. The programme operates on multiple days to make it convenient to find time slot/s that work for your child:
- Saturday (10 am to 4 pm)
- Sunday (10 am to 4 pm)
- Monday (2:15 pm to 5:15 pm)
- Thursday (2:15 pm to 5:15 pm)
Is there a guarantee that all these skills will be developed in my child in 3 months?
Each child is unique; There specific interests and challenges will vary. They will improve in areas that are important to them faster, and less so, in areas that they feel are not. Our role is to engage and continue the conversation while supporting them through this journey. The list given are areas that has potential to develop and improve. Some, will take up slow; some will take up faster. You can extend enrolment in the continutation beyond 3 months for lasting benefits, for as long as you like for further development and experience.
What happens after 3 months?
Children can extend the enrolment thereon, for as long as they like, just like once you learn to swim, with practise you become better, your child will be able to master the skills and take on leadership roles with new children on the program, if they continue to be part of our community.
More questions?
Please contact us (Dileepa 077 733 3691 / Sifaan 0766 65 68 68) - we're happy to help