PROFILES IN 3C?
Introduction to 3C Curriculum
MDN Edify Education designed the curriculum, known as the 3C Curriculum, as a unique framework for holistic learning. This three-way approach focuses on key educational levers that promote intellectual, emotional, and physical development — shaping well-rounded individuals ready to excel in academics and life.
Conceptual Understanding
The first ‘C’ ensures students internalize concepts through deep questioning, critical thinking, and real-world application, moving beyond rote memorization to meaningful understanding.
Creative Learning
The second ‘C’ encourages creative expression. Students engage in reflection, hands-on exploration, and innovative learning experiences that extend beyond textbooks and foster imagination.
Collaborative Skills
The third ‘C’ highlights teamwork and social learning. Through group projects and shared problem-solving, students develop cooperation, empathy, and essential interpersonal skills for the modern world.
By integrating these three essential components, the 3C Curriculum equips students to excel academically while preparing them for success in a dynamic, global environment.
The 3C Curriculum: Content • Competency • Character
Adopted from MDN Edify Education — Building Minds, Shaping Futures, Clever Minds Global School proudly follows this transformative curriculum designed to nurture intellectual, emotional, and social growth in every child.
Content – Building Strong Foundations
A robust academic framework that emphasizes conceptual clarity and mastery across all subjects. Our CBSE-aligned lessons make learning engaging, experiential, and relevant to real-world contexts.
Competency – Developing Skills for Life
We focus on 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and digital literacy. Through inquiry-based learning and interactive projects, students become confident, adaptable problem-solvers.
Character – Shaping Values and Integrity
Education is incomplete without values. Our program fosters empathy, respect, resilience, and integrity, nurturing responsible global citizens who act with compassion and purpose.
By embracing the 3C Curriculum from MDN Edify Education, Clever Minds Global School ensures every child develops the Content for knowledge, the Competency for success, and the Character for life — empowering them to thrive as confident, skilled, and principled leaders in an ever-evolving world.
Themes in 3C
The 3C Curriculum incorporates six Trans-disciplinary Themes that enable children to construct their learning through meaningful everyday life experiences and perceptions they can relate to. This approach makes learning contextual, analytical, engaging, and memorable.
1. Our Identity
Learning about the nature of ourselves — our responsibilities, rights, and duties, cultural values, and human relationships. Becoming aware of our connection with friends, family, and communities while understanding what it truly means to be human.
2. Our Responsibilities
Understanding relationships within and between people, living beings, and communities. Exploring equal opportunities, conflict resolution, and why humans must share natural resources responsibly with other living organisms.
3. Our Expression
Learning to express ideas, values, beliefs, and culture through various languages and art forms such as dramatics, martial arts, dance, painting, and storytelling — fostering creativity and confidence.
4. Place and Time
Understanding oneself in relation to surroundings, place, and time. Exploring homes, journeys, discoveries, and the interconnection between individuals and civilizations across history.
5. World Laws
Gaining insights into the natural world and its laws, understanding the link between physical, biological, and human societies, and recognizing the impact of science and technology on the environment.
6. Our Systems
Learning about the interconnections between human-made systems and communities. Understanding structures, organizations, and their role in shaping society and influencing the environment.
Profiles in 3C
The 3C Curriculum fosters both personal values and life skills through two complementary sets of qualities: Profiles of Character and Profiles of Competence. These profiles together nurture balanced, confident, and compassionate learners equipped for lifelong growth.
Profiles of Character
These are essential traits imbibed by learners through a value-based system that evolves continuously, promoting harmony, empathy, and ethical behavior for peaceful coexistence.
1. Empathetic
Understands and shares the feelings of others and readily offers support with compassion and understanding.
2. Caring
Shows genuine concern for others and takes thoughtful steps to help those in need.
3. Principled
Acts with integrity, honesty, and fairness, upholding respect for the dignity of individuals and communities.
4. Reflective
Thinks deeply about one’s learning and experiences, encouraging personal growth and awareness.
5. Inquiring
Shows natural curiosity and eagerness to explore, research, and learn independently.
6. Integrity
Demonstrates strong moral principles and acts with honesty and consistency in all aspects of life.
Profiles of Competence
These represent the key skills developed continuously by learners for personal excellence, innovation, and effective problem-solving in a dynamic world.
1. Balanced
Understands the importance of intellectual, physical, and emotional balance to achieve well-being.
2. Communicative
Conveys thoughts, ideas, and perspectives clearly and confidently while respecting others’ viewpoints.
3. Decisive
Makes sound and logical decisions when facing challenges or solving problems.
4. Creative
Generates original ideas and displays imaginative thinking that drives innovation and expression.
5. Problem Solver
Understands challenges and creates effective, well-analyzed solutions through critical thinking.
6. Entrepreneurial
Initiates innovative strategies and successfully implements new ideas through leadership and initiative.
Assessment in 3C
Comprehensive Assessment Framework
At Clever Minds Global School, Hyderabad, we believe assessments should inspire growth — not just measure grades. Our Comprehensive Assessment Framework, based on the 3C Curriculum from MDN Edify Education, evaluates every student across Content, Competency, and Character.
We go beyond traditional examinations by assessing concept clarity, critical thinking, collaboration, and values-based learning through projects, digital tools, and personalized feedback. By focusing on both academic and personal development, we ensure every learner grows with confidence, curiosity, and compassion.
At Clever Minds, assessments are not the end of learning — they are a pathway to excellence, self-discovery, and lifelong success.
Pedagogy
Inspiring Curiosity. Empowering Learners. Building Futures.
At Clever Minds Global School, we believe that true education begins with curiosity. Our pedagogical approach is rooted in inquiry-based and student-centered learning, where children take an active role in their own educational journey. We encourage every learner to ask questions, explore ideas, and discover knowledge through experience rather than memorization.
Inspired by the 3C Curriculum — Content, Competency, and Character, adopted from MDN Edify Education, our teaching methodology ensures holistic development. Students build strong academic foundations (Content), develop essential life skills like critical thinking, communication, and collaboration (Competency), and grow into responsible and compassionate individuals (Character).
At Clever Minds, classrooms are vibrant spaces of exploration. Teachers act as facilitators, guiding students through interactive discussions, hands-on projects, and technology-integrated lessons that make learning engaging and relevant. Our digital learning tools, smart classrooms, and experiential learning activities empower students to connect concepts with real-world applications.
We also place equal emphasis on emotional, social, and physical growth through sports, arts, and values-based education. Regular faculty development programs ensure our educators stay equipped with the latest global teaching strategies and pedagogical innovations.
By combining academic excellence with creativity, values, and innovation, Clever Minds Global School nurtures confident learners who are ready to lead, adapt, and succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Assessment
Assessing Growth. Celebrating Progress. Inspiring Excellence.
At Clever Minds Global School, we view assessment as an essential part of the learning journey — not a separate process. Aligned with the 3C Curriculum (Content, Competency, and Character) adopted from MDN Edify Education, our comprehensive assessment framework focuses on evaluating every aspect of a child’s development — academic, emotional, social, and personal.
Our assessments go beyond traditional examinations. They are conducted before, during, and after each unit of study, allowing facilitators to identify prior knowledge, track progress, and guide future learning. Teachers use a wide range of assessment tools and strategies — including portfolios, projects, reflective journals, peer reviews, and performance-based tasks — to gain a holistic understanding of each learner’s growth.
At Clever Minds, we believe every child learns differently. That’s why our facilitators record, document, and analyze individual progress to design personalized learning experiences that address each student’s unique strengths and needs. Specialists work closely with subject teachers and parents to ensure that every learner receives the right academic and emotional support.
Regular progress reports, student-led conferences, parent-teacher meetings, and open-house days keep families actively involved in their child’s education. This transparent and collaborative approach builds a strong partnership between home and school.
At Clever Minds Global School, assessments are not just about grades — they are about growth, reflection, and lifelong learning. By integrating assessments into daily learning, we empower students to take ownership of their progress and celebrate their journey toward excellence.