Capacity Quote by Andy Hargreaves
“A successful school has to engage all the people, all the powers, and all the capacities within it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Collaborative Schools, Andy Hargreaves, 2004
Effective schools harness every individual's strengths, resources, and abilities to create a thriving learning community.
In simple terms: Engage all people and talents.
Key Takeaway
Leverage collective capacity.
Themes
education
collaboration
leadership
community
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- curriculum design
- parent‑teacher partnerships
- policy planning
Key Concepts
systems thinking
capacity building
inclusive practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure all voices are heard?
- What structures support inclusive engagement?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on consensus can stall decisions.
